North Carolina's Department of Information Technology named I-Sah Hsieh as its first AI governance and policy executive to oversee AI's ethical and secure use in the state.

A man from Halifax County was sentenced to 11 years for narcotics distribution, following a guilty plea. Multiple controlled purchases and a search warrant supported the case.

Wake Forest is planning a Building, Electrical, & Deck Safety Month event with activities and educational opportunities on April 26 at Town & Country Hardware.

Rosehill Road in Fayetteville is closed for drainage upgrades, with expected reopening on May 2. Detours are in place. The city-funded $1.3 million project includes sidewalks and culverts, managed by NCDOT, and should be complete by fall.

Governor Josh Stein honored ten North Carolinians for their contributions in various fields, awarding eight the Order of the Long Leaf Pine and two the Laurel Wreath.

The Kids Food Fest in Marbles and Moore Square offers free culinary activities aimed at teaching families about balanced diets through workshops, a scavenger hunt, and entertainment.

Raleigh Police Department invites residents to discuss concerns with Chief Boyce in "Chat with the Chief" sessions, aiming to foster transparency and trust.

Raleigh's First Friday Market and Movie is rescheduled for May 9th with activities, a vendor market, food trucks, and a free screening of "Tangled" at Moore Square from 5-9 p.m.

The NCDHHS emphasized the importance of environmental health for North Carolinians' welfare on Earth Day, highlighting its programs and the threat of losing federal funding.

The article outlines the National Weather Service's forecast for Raleigh, anticipating a mix of showers, thunderstorms, and mild temperatures throughout the week.

Raleigh is hiring an Engineering Project Manager for park and greenway development as part of its urban planning efforts focused on community well-being.

Foothills Community School in Marion, NC, won a $1,000 grant for STEM education from the NLGA Lt. Governors STEM Scholarship Program, with plans to use the funds for Vex Robots and other resources.

Raleigh prepares for its Earth Day celebration at Dorothea Dix Park, involving community engagement and discussions about the city's future development and sustainability.