Secretary McMahon announced a deal with Brown University aiming to uphold merit, protect Jewish students, enforce Title IX, and safeguard women's sports, amidst debates on diversity and inclusion.

Carrboro offers a free Stormwater Site Assessment program to aid residents in managing stormwater, including personalized expert advice and solutions like rain gardens and rainwater catchments.

Rachel Hunt joins NLGA's Aerospace Committee, focusing on policy-making in the aerospace, aviation, and defense industries.

The Raleigh Police Department hosted Raleigh Hoops Night, a community engagement event aimed at fostering relations between local youth and law enforcement through basketball.

The SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans to North Carolina residents and businesses affected by Tropical Depression Chantal, with financial support available in several counties.

A water main break on Cameron Street in Raleigh caused road closures and detours, but water service remains uninterrupted due to infrastructure redundancies. Repair is ongoing and expected to end by 5 p.m.

The Wake Forest PRCR Department's outdoor movie series at Joyner Park concludes with "Transformers One" on August 2, featuring pre-show activities and food vendors. Police Chief Jefferson will also host a meet and greet.

Raleigh Water is repairing a sinkhole on Cameron Street, causing traffic disruptions but not affecting water service.

A Roanoke Rapids man, Diandre Sherod Ireland, received a 13-year prison term for his role in drug trafficking and possession of firearms, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.

A man was shot in downtown Raleigh after refusing to give a ride to a stranger; the suspect is at large, and the victim sought help at Oak City Cares.

Two brothers from Rocky Mount received federal prison sentences for operating a drug trafficking ring distributing substances like crack cocaine and fentanyl in Nash County.

Wake Forest's 2025 Road Resurfacing Project progresses, with milling and paving upcoming on streets such as Brick Street and Ledyard Court. The town advises of temporary parking restrictions and detours.

Chatham County extends the candidate filing period for the 2025 municipal elections, allowing extra time to file for local offices including Goldston Commissioner and Sanitary District board.