Durham residents are experiencing delays in receiving water bills due to vendor issues. The City advises affected customers to call for balance information and has suspended late fees, while encouraging digital billing sign-ups.

Raleigh's weather forecast includes showers, thunderstorms with an 80% chance of rain and potential fog affecting visibility, with a transition to calmer and partly sunny conditions later in the week.

New signage over bridges on the Haw River improves navigation and safety for paddlers, thanks to the efforts of the Haw River Safety Collaborative and funding from the Duke Energy Foundation.

Raleigh Water has experienced delays in paper billing statements due to a vendor issue but will not penalize customers for late payments caused by this and encourages switching to electronic billing.

Three people got hurt in Clayton, U.S. Highway 70 accident involving a car and motorcycle. The road was closed for over an hour. The cause is under investigation.

Spectrum worker critically injured after SUV collision in Cary; driver Juanita Ramirez faces multiple charges.

Central North Carolina is under a Flood Watch from the NWS due to expected heavy rainfall that may cause flooding and flash flooding in several areas. Residents are urged to stay informed and prepared.

The NCDHHS released a new dashboard displaying the Peer Warmline's effectiveness, with over 67,000 calls and a 99% satisfaction rate. This highlights the state's commitment to accessible mental health care.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has called for the creation of a Fentanyl Control Unit to combat the state’s fentanyl crisis and support law enforcement in targeting distribution networks.

Wake Forest's Town Manager Kip Padgett presented the 2025-26 budget to the Board of Commissioners, maintaining the current tax rate, while proposing small increases in solid waste and energy fees. It includes funding for 18 new town positions.

North Carolina's tourism spending hit a record $36.7 billion in 2024, even amidst recovery from Hurricane Helene, with job growth and visitor numbers indicating a robust travel sector.

North Carolina achieved a record $36.7 billion in tourism spending in 2024, with the sector supporting 230,338 jobs and generating significant tax savings for households.

Wake Forest will close its offices on May 26 for Memorial Day, suspending trash collection and the Wake Forest-Raleigh Express but maintaining the Go Wake Forest bus schedule. Normal services resume May 27.