Wake Forest and Wake County host a "Hot Car Safety for Kids & Pets" event to educate on the risks of summer heat in cars, featuring demonstrations, safety checks, and discussions with local agencies.

A 19-year-old man drowned at Jordan Lake while trying to retrieve a floatation device. His body was recovered after 3.5 hours. This incident recalls a recent similar tragedy at the lake.

The NWS has warned Raleigh of hazardous weather, including thunderstorms with damaging winds and potential floods, and advised staying alert through the week.

Raleigh's Green Road Community Center hosts a free 'Bye Bye Summer - Jamaica Edition' with music, food, and family activities on September 20, celebrating Caribbean culture.

Raleigh introduces a six-week golf program for kids 6-12, focusing on sports and life skills, starting September 4. It's affordable at $20, blending physical activity with personal development.

Governor Stein of North Carolina signed six bills, including one expanding Medicaid postpartum coverage and telehealth access, and another modernizing building codes.

Raleigh Fire Department's urban search and rescue team aided Alamance County during Tropical Depression Chantal, responding to flooding caused by the storm's intense rainfall.

North Carolina's new cybersecurity internship program, a collaboration between NCDIT and CCN, offers practical experience through Fayetteville Technical Community College starting this fall.

North Carolina's NCDHHS assesses the impact of federal funding cuts to Medicaid and SNAP following the U.S. House's approval of the Senate reconciliation bill.

The Five Points Center for Active Adults in Raleigh offers a 3-month Microsoft Excel training program starting September 9th, covering all skill levels and exam prep.

Deborah Patrick filed a lawsuit against St. Louis, alleging the city's negligence with a decaying tree and failure to activate tornado sirens led to her father's death during a tornado. She seeks damages starting at $25,000.

Marina Kelly, Raleigh's CISO, was honored in the CISOs Connect 2025 A100 list for her leadership and innovation in cybersecurity, marking her second consecutive year receiving this recognition.

A 24-year-old man named Amani King was shot dead at The Churchill Apartments in Durham; no suspects have been identified while the investigation continues.