Gov. Josh Stein of NC honored WWII veteran Joe Balogh with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine during Military Appreciation Month.

Pelsan Tekstil A.S. is establishing its first U.S. facility in Goldsboro, North Carolina, creating 216 jobs and investing $82.6 million to meet demand in hygiene and medical sectors.

Lewis Adams was promoted to Division Director for Judicial Division 1 at NC Department of Adult Correction, overseeing Community Supervision across 32 counties. Adams brings over 30 years of experience to his new role.

Governor Josh Stein proclaims May 25-31 as North Carolina Heat Awareness Week, emphasizing the importance of preparing for potentially record-breaking summer temperatures and related health risks.

A fire involving hay bales at NC State's Beef Education Unit was quickly extinguished by firefighters, with no injuries or major damage reported. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.

A Lowe's Foods employee is critically injured after being hit by an SUV in the store's parking lot in Clayton. The police are investigating the incident.

A woman in Caldwell County was charged with insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property by false pretense after falsely claiming she was in her car during an accident.

AVL Manufacturing is opening a new facility in Charlotte, NC, creating 325 jobs and investing $56 million, aided by a $100,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund.

UNC is exploring selling naming rights for Kenan Stadium, seeking to balance new revenue opportunities with maintaining traditional values, enhancing fan experiences, and potentially adding game day activities like concerts and beer gardens.

NC Auditor report finds Buncombe County Sheriff's Office failed to return $19,272 to over 900 inmates. Sheriff's Office addresses the issue, with reforms planned to prevent recurrence.

Wake County announces a program to monitor bacteria levels at swimming spots with a color-coded advisory system, signaling safety conditions to the public.

Raleigh, NC, is set for mostly sunny weather with mild temperatures and some windy conditions. Evening temperatures will be cooler. Weekend forecasts are favorable for outdoor activities, but there's a chance of showers on Sunday night and Monday.

Spencer Pernell has been appointed as Franklin County's new Solid Waste Director, effective May 21, 2025, succeeding the retiring Lee Bodenhamer. Pernell has extensive experience in waste management and public safety.