Wake County Public Libraries offer a variety of free holiday events, including workshops, music, and films, as well as recommended book lists for all ages.

North Carolina launches an "Elevator Index" to track economic activity, showing a 2.36% increase in active devices and a 17.30% rise in elevator inspections in FY 2025.

Raleigh's weather is sunny and calm today with a high of 48°F, turning colder overnight. The week ahead includes a mix of sun, clouds, rain, and possible snow, with varying temperatures.

North Carolina expands Project Spark to aid employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, aiming to increase inclusive job opportunities statewide.

Josh Stein, North Carolina Governor, has appointed Jeffrey Smythe as the new Secretary of Public Safety, succeeding retiring Secretary Eddie Buffaloe.

North Carolina launched the Children and Families Specialty Plan (CFSP) for Medicaid-enrolled youth, managed by Blue Cross NC, effective December 1, 2025.

Durham's City Hall hosts its first Staff Art Exhibition, displaying works by thirty local government employees.

Over a thousand volunteers in Durham, NC collected 13,448 pounds of trash across the city in a community clean-up event, dedicating a total of 2,285 hours.

Durham's new City Council members will be sworn in at a public ceremony on December 1, celebrated with outgoing members and welcoming new ones. The event will be accessible live across multiple platforms.

Durham Fire Department announces the return of the "Toys and Books for Rides" event at Durham Central Park on December 7th, offering fire truck rides for toy or book donations.

North Carolina's Department of Transportation enforces "Click it or ticket" during the holiday weekend and emphasizes seatbelt use with increased patrols.

The Chatham County Sheriff's Office delivered Thanksgiving meals to over 80 residents, supported by local businesses and volunteers, in a 22-year tradition of community care.

The NCDOT has published its weekly "NCDOT Cash Watch Numbers" to maintain financial transparency, in line with the SL 2019-251 mandates, providing details on department expenditures.