Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina appoints Walter L. Bowers, Jr. as the Director of the Governor’s Charlotte Office, citing his diverse experience in law enforcement, law, and the military.

A woman was found dead in a Durham home; officials say the incident appears to be isolated with no public threat.

Chatham County announced a farmland transition and estate planning workshop for June 26 and July 10, aiming to educate landowners on preserving their farms for future generations.

Raleigh's Pullen Community Center is holding a workshop on May 20th to create "throw-and-grow" seed pods for pollinators, offering a simple, impactful way to aid local ecosystems.

North Carolina tax refund and notice deliveries are delayed due to the unforeseen shutdown of the NCDOR's printing partner, causing inconvenience for taxpayers.

Wake Forest's Family Movie Nights series begins May 24 at Joyner Park, featuring free outdoor screenings like "Monsters, Inc." with activities, food vendors, and BYO seating.

Raleigh's cityscape is changing with a focus on African American heritage, renaming a center as the John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Park and planning renovations, including a new facility.

Central North Carolina faces potential flooding with a Flood Watch issued through Tuesday amid ongoing heavy rains, prompting warnings of flash flooding and river overflows. The NWS advises caution, with some areas expecting up to 4 inches of rain.

Officer Benjamin Manuel of the Raleigh Police Department was awarded the 2024 MADD North Carolina Officer of the Year for his exceptional traffic enforcement and public safety efforts.

Governor Josh Stein attended the opening of Paddy Mountain Park in North Carolina, highlighting its environmental and economic importance for the state.

A Raleigh minister, Aaron Luke Bradley, was arrested for minor exploitation charges, tied to sharing abuse material via Kik. He's fired from his church role and is on bail with restrictions on contacting minors.

Wake County real estate saw an increase in median home prices to $470,000 and substantial investments in high-value property sales, reflecting continuous market growth.

The Raleigh Police Department received a donation from the RPDF to fund new Enduro electric bikes for greenway patrols, enhancing response time, patrol efficiency, and maintaining peace in park areas.