A 4-year-old boy in Durham died from an accidental self-inflicted gunshot after finding an unsecured firearm at home. Police are investigating the incident.

Wake County residents have a final chance to input on the Eastern Wake Area Plan at a meeting on Thursday, ahead of shaping northeastern Wake County’s development.

NCDOT advises against taking close-up photos of highway wildflowers for safety reasons, honors the late Franklin D. Perritte by dedicating a bridge, and warns of scam texts impersonating the NCDMV.

A man was stabbed multiple times at Club Love in Raleigh; authorities have yet to identify a suspect while the victim is stable. An active investigation is underway.

A woman was fatally shot Saturday night in Durham on Linwood Avenue; police are investigating but have not released her identity or information on suspects.

NWS warns of dangerous heat in Raleigh, NC, with temperatures set to reach record highs and potential health risks. Residents advised to stay cool and hydrated.

An Alamance County father and his two sons face 48 felony charges for an alleged fraudulent insurance scheme, according to North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey.

Labor Commissioner Luke Farley honored Raleigh businesses for workplace safety at an awards event, commending their efforts to prevent injuries and promote a culture of safety.

The Western North Carolina Small Business Initiative has disbursed $55 million to support 2,182 local businesses, aiming to help them recover and adapt post-pandemic.

North Carolina launches PATH NC, a modern child welfare information system, to improve child protection with real-time data and decision-making tools. The system is set to be statewide by summer 2026.

A Flood Watch is issued for central North Carolina by the National Weather Service due to over four inches of rain in some areas, raising flash flood risks through tonight.

A man drowned in the Neuse River near Raleigh Beach, despite warnings against swimming. Responders from multiple departments conducted a two-hour recovery effort.

Governor Stein of North Carolina supports the right to nonviolent protest while urging order ahead of planned rallies, emphasizing public safety and readiness to respond to any unrest.