Chatham County's issuer rating was upgraded by Moody’s from Aa1 to Aaa, indicating strong economic health and fiscal management.

Raleigh's weather forecast promises a mix of sun and clouds with moderate temps, calm winds, and potential for light showers and thunderstorms over the weekend.

Alston Lamonte Parker received a 15-year federal prison sentence for drug and firearm offenses after a joint operation between the Halifax County Sheriff's Office and the ATF.

The NWS forecasts a cooler day in Raleigh with highs near 85, a north wind, and less humidity. Temperatures will drop to 67 at night. The weekend should be mostly sunny with potential showers on Sunday.

The City of Raleigh Museum hosts a free "Family Fun Day Zines!" event for kids to learn and create DIY zines on September 13, fostering creativity and family bonding.

A New Hanover County restaurant owner pleaded guilty to tax embezzlement, misusing nearly $80,000 in sales taxes, and received a suspended sentence with probation conditions.

Chatham County invites public input on its Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan for the Cape Fear area to address natural disasters and improve safety policies.

One person was killed and two were injured in a shooting in western Fayetteville. Police are investigating the incident with no suspects apprehended yet.

Wake Forest officials confirmed Capital Boulevard/US 1 has reopened after a crash at Jenkins Road; four hospitalized, with no update on their condition.

A motorcyclist died in a crash with a Durham fire truck in North Carolina. The incident is under investigation.

Raleigh closed the 4400 block of Tryon Road after a major sewer main break. Traffic is being detoured via Avent Ferry and Lake Dam roads while repairs continue.

NCDOT releases a weekly update focusing on school bus safety, hurricane season preparedness, DMV service changes, and infrastructural developments like the Complete 540 project.

Wake County has launched a $5 million Housing Opportunity Fund to aid developers in creating affordable housing, aiming to distribute housing throughout communities.