Smithfield police arrested a man accused of sharing videos of sexual abuse of boys ages 9–14. Officers executed a search warrant at a Laurel Drive home and seized electronic devices as the probe continues.

Mayor Leonardo Williams used Wednesday's State of the City to demand action on shootings and set aggressive homelessness targets, promising a summer summit and new partnerships.

Duke picked up Wisconsin guard John Blackwell after a campus visit and Instagram announcement, adding a near-19 ppg scorer and high-volume 3-point threat to the Blue Devils.

A small dog named Baby Boo was killed Monday at Lovett Square Apartments in Durham. Neighbors say the dogs had been seen roaming; county animal services are investigating.

The Department of Justice awarded North Carolina more than $2 million to speed testing of sexual-assault kits and guard against future backlogs. Officials say the money will boost lab capacity, investigations and victim services.

Jordan Martinook scored 13:53 into the second overtime to lift the Hurricanes to a 3-2 win in Raleigh. The victory gives Carolina a 2-0 lead in the first-round series.

City Council’s Jan. 20 ordinance banning smoking, vaping and tobacco in parks, buildings and city vehicles took effect April 20. The city says signage and education will accompany the rollout.

The NWS says low humidity and gusty winds will raise wildfire risk across parts of northeast North Carolina through 5 a.m. Monday while a statewide burn ban remains in effect.

Doug Winstead Jr., a Band Of Oz trumpeter and Carolina Beach Music Hall of Famer, will be remembered at services April 21 in Rocky Mount. Family and fans will gather at Rock Haven Church to celebrate his life.

Authorities say a Hendersonville Thanksgiving wine was allegedly laced with acetonitrile; one daughter died, others were hospitalized and a local restaurateur was arrested.

An unpermitted quarry on the Nolichucky is dumping sediment into the river. Regulators and environmental groups warn the damage could be long-term.

A Raleigh mail handler faces drug and larceny charges after investigators say GPS-tracked packages containing hemp were removed from a USPS processing center.

Durham will review reservoir levels Friday as drought leaves Lake Michie and Little River below capacity; the city could tighten odd‑even watering rules.