North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced a $1.87 million grant for rural economic growth, creating 170 jobs and attracting over $74.5 million in private investment.

North Carolina celebrates the opening of a new Thermo Fisher Scientific facility in Mebane, emphasizing the state's growing biotech industry and job creation.

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved over $8 million for opioid crisis efforts, with funds from settlements with Purdue Pharma, the Sackler Family, and generic opioid manufacturers.

Daniel Wayne Locklear, a convict, was sentenced to 17 years in prison for shooting an off-duty Dunn Police Officer and violating federal release terms.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina issued Executive Order 21 to reestablish the Office of Violence Prevention and create the Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force to address gang violence.

Raleigh families can attend a Back-to-School Bash at Moore Square featuring educational activities, crafts, games, and food trucks, aiming to create a blend of learning and fun before school starts.

Pullen Arts Center in Raleigh is holding an artist talk on September 18, featuring insights from creators of the "Wandering Between Worlds" exhibit. The event is free to the public.

The North Carolina State Board of Elections is mailing letters to 82,700 voters to update missing information as part of the Registration Repair Project.

Raleigh's GIS Day 2025 will be at the City of Raleigh Museum on November 19, offering hands-on learning, demos, and interactions with GIS professionals.

Wake County Sheriff's Office uses social media to promote safety tips for the new school year, urging community vigilance and offering resources like a safety video.

Raleigh's weather forecast includes scattered showers and thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures reaching the 90s. A 30% chance of precipitation is expected, with possible increased rainfall from thunderstorms.

An Apex Police Department traffic stop for improper headlamps led to the arrest of two individuals after discovering firearms, drugs, and evidence of crime.

The Raleigh Police Department held the inaugural Ken Hopkins Classic, an event honoring the legacy of the late Sergeant Ken Hopkins through fitness challenges and camaraderie.