Governor Josh Stein names six honorees for the North Carolina Award, including bluegrass artists and a best-selling author, to be celebrated in Asheville.

The Foster Grandparent Program in Raleigh marks 42 years of seniors aiding and bonding with students in classrooms, praised for their educational and emotional contributions.

Carrboro police warn of increased traffic as schools reopen, urging caution among students, pedestrians, and drivers, with a focus on safety and traffic law enforcement.

Wake Forest Power restored power after an outage affected over 40 customers, with the cause under investigation and no immediate restoration timeline announced.

Raleigh's Dix Park is set for tree removals to pave the way for a new water main project, aiming to recycle felled trees into park features and ensure improved water infrastructure.

The Raleigh Youth Council begins its 2025-2026 season, inviting high schoolers in Wake County to participate in civic engagement and leadership development.

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.