Raleigh Water begins nighttime construction on East Martin Street for infrastructure improvements, causing detours but aiming for system reliability and to manage growth.

Sunny weather with a high of 53°F and calm winds is expected in Raleigh today, with mild conditions continuing throughout the week. Rain is possible by the weekend.

Forest Ridge Park offers wilderness navigation classes for hikers, with all equipment provided. Sessions are for those 14+, on select dates, with fees for residents and non-residents.

Durham Fire Department has improved its response time, particularly in East Durham, by strategically deploying crews with quicker access to life-saving equipment like the jaws of life.

Raleigh warns of downtown parking scams involving fraudulent QR codes and urges the public to use official parking meters or the Passport app for transactions.

Shashane Chambers is set for parole in 2026 under North Carolina's MAPP, having been sentenced to life for second-degree murder prior to 1994, when parole was abolished for later crimes.

Brier Creek Community Center hosts 'Cupid's Workshop' on Feb 3 for kids aged 5-10 to create Valentine's crafts. Registration available on RecLink for $5.

Willie Edward Mcgee, Jr. is charged with armed bank robbery and firing a weapon during the crime after a December 26th robbery and shootout with police.

Durham, NC thanked partners for aiding in their annual Toy & Gift Drive which brought gifts to children and teens, emphasizing community efforts in providing holiday support.

A man was killed in a shooting at a Durham shopping center and police are investigating, with recurring violence in the area causing community concern. A person of interest is being questioned.

Durham authorities are investigating a possible link between a shooting and a deadly crash that occurred on the same violent Saturday, with one person dead in each incident.

Karen Norrell and Theresa Cody retire from the Orange County IT Department after 40 and 38 years of service, respectively. Their dedication was celebrated in a social media post.

Three people were seriously injured in a shooting in Wake County's Neuse Estates, mirroring an August event on the same block. Deputies are investigating, focusing on a mobile home, and seek public assistance for information.