State officials say Vibrio infections—including dangerous V. vulnificus cases—rose in 2025. People with liver disease or weakened immunity should avoid raw shellfish and open wounds.

Cool start Friday; rain arrives late Friday night and steadier rain Saturday, May 2. Expect soggy roads and chilly highs across the Triangle.

Mostly clear this morning with a mid-70s high; wet, cooler Saturday could slow travel.

A person was stabbed late Wednesday in Raleigh's Shadowland Crossing and another person was detained. Police say the victim is expected to recover while investigators continue their work.

A Raleigh man was arrested after police say he exposed himself and secretly photographed a woman inside an Apex Kohl's. He faces felony secret peeping, sexual battery and indecent exposure charges.

Raleigh recruiters say Copilot and chatbots speed resume-building and job matches — but career coaches warn the efficiencies are shrinking entry-level hiring. Surveys back up the gap between faster searches and fewer starter roles.

A Roxboro father and son pleaded guilty and were sentenced in the 2022 home‑invasion killing of 80‑year‑old Nancy "Nan" Horton. The father drew life without parole; the son faces a minimum term.

Sen. Terence Everitt resigned April 28 to lead the NC Voter Protection Alliance, leaving a key Triangle Senate seat open and triggering a quick party replacement process.

Plaintiffs in the NC State athletics abuse litigation dropped claims against former Chancellor Randy Woodson, but allegations against a trainer and other officials remain pending.

Cloudy Monday clears to a mild 70°F; rain and thunderstorms are likely Wednesday, April 29, with pockets of heavier downpours. Plan ahead for the commute.

Rocky Mount police are investigating an officer-involved shooting on the 3300 block of Sunset Avenue; the North Carolina SBI will conduct an independent review.

A Fayetteville man surrendered to police and now faces a first-degree murder charge in a March killing on Blue Street.

Durham reports about 37% of students are frequently absent and is shifting to wellness supports, restorative practices and early-warning systems to boost attendance.