A rematch between Satana Deberry and Jonathan Wilson II has become a debate over crime policy and whether the DA's office provides steady leadership.

Neighbors say a March 17, 2025 council vote cleared the way for 140 apartments next to Sandy Creek Park and have launched a petition alleging bad faith. They cite flood, wildlife and safety concerns and want the rezoning rescinded.

A local developer has proposed modernizing Raleigh's J.S. Dorton Arena while preserving its iconic roof and arches to widen its appeal for concerts, sports and corporate events.

Raleigh posted a five-day report describing a Feb. 19 warrant operation where officers were fired upon in north Raleigh. The suspect was arrested and now faces state and federal charges.

U.S. Forged Rings will invest up to $875 million in a three-phase project in Hertford County; the first two phases are expected to add roughly 625 full-time jobs.

A Durham couple with gunshot wounds pulled into the sheriff’s east substation Tuesday; the child in their car was unharmed and has been placed in DSS custody.

Fayetteville’s utility board approved a two‑year rate plan that will add roughly $8 a month for a typical 1,000‑kWh household next May. The utility cites rising wholesale power and capital costs as the reason.

Gunfire was reported at Parkstone at Knightdale Wednesday; police say a suspect vehicle has been identified and no injuries were reported. Investigators are canvassing the scene.

A Pitt County man pleaded guilty to first‑degree murder in the 2023 deaths of Jasmine Cooper and their unborn child; he was sentenced to life without parole. The killings date to July 2023 in Greenville.

A year after Clinton “Clint” Bonnell’s remains were found, friends and family have held quiet remembrances while prosecutors move the case forward. The community says it’s watching the next court dates closely.

State House Republicans have demanded a probe into Chapel Hill-Carrboro schools after videos posted by a teacher sparked criticism. The district says it is reviewing the posts.

Wake County saw a post‑pandemic rise in suspensions last school year. District leaders are adding counselors, restorative practices and coaching to reverse the trend.

A federal judge rebuked a former Bull City United worker and sentenced him to 17 years after federal drug convictions. The judge said the outreach work had been betrayed.