A Cary businessman has been given a three-year prison sentence for tax evasion, with additional supervised release and restitution, after hiding over $1 million in income.

White flag shelters in the Triangle area open their doors for the homeless as temperatures drop, with places like St. John’s Metropolitan Community Church coordinating emergency shelter efforts.

The NC Quick Pass transponder for toll payments in North Carolina is now available at select 7-Eleven locations and on Amazon, making it easier for drivers to pay tolls.

Durham Public Schools starts a new rotational bus schedule due to driver shortages, providing transport only four days a week and prompting parents to find alternative arrangements.

Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare Services agrees to pay over $2.5 million to settle allegations of Medicaid fraud involving claims for services not rendered.

Deborah Kruger's exhibition at Raleigh Arts' Block Gallery, "TURBULENCE," explores the themes of bird extinction and the loss of indigenous languages.

Raleigh names Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua as its first Director of Equity and Inclusion, emphasizing the city's commitment to diversity and equitable community development.

The City of Raleigh invites local residents to an Active Mobility Plan Open House to provide input on improving pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.

The Wake County Animal Center has launched the "24 Tails of Holiday Cheer" campaign, spotlighting a different shelter pet daily from December 1-24 to encourage adoption.

A 13-year-old girl died after being hit by a trash truck in Cary; the driver faces charges including misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.

Fuquay-Varina’s Christmas Parade on December 8 will cause street closures downtown starting at 1 pm. Residents are advised to expect detours and consider alternative transport.

The Durham Rescue Mission celebrated 50 years of serving Thanksgiving meals to the needy, prepping 200 turkeys and providing 'bags of hope,' with around 2,000 guests attending.

The Dix Park Conservancy is unveiling Lamar Whidbee's art installation "Get Well Soon" at the historic Spruill Building, highlighting the evolution of mental health awareness.