Lauryn Kabrich of Raleigh is recognized in NRPA's "30 Under 30" for her work in parks, securing grants and fostering public-private partnerships for park inclusivity and environmental stewardship.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation department offers a fishing class for kids aged 10-12 at Forest Ridge Park, featuring instruction, casting practice, and fishing in Falls Lake.

Stephanie Y. Eury's parole through MAPP has been updated, with a new release date set for June 3, 2026, after her 1985 first-degree murder conviction.

A fire in Hoke County resulted in the deaths of Mary Hussey, 91, and Anna Crews, 71. The fire marshal highlighted an increase in fire fatalities, with a trend of night-time fires being particularly deadly for the elderly.

Chapel Hill police found 14-year-old Joshua Chung, who has Down syndrome, safe after a search initiated on a cold afternoon. He was located about two miles from where he was last seen.

The National Weather Service Raleigh warns of black ice for Bay Area commuters and predicts sunny skies with temperatures rising in the upcoming week for central North Carolina.

Inmate Leslie E. Davis, serving a life sentence since 1989, has been granted parole in North Carolina, effective February 3, 2025, under the MAPP, preceding the 1994 law that eliminated parole.

A shootout in Raleigh left an officer critically injured and two men dead, with one being the suspect. The incident is under investigation by the SBI and Raleigh PD.

Alzheimer's education series aims to clarify disease onset vs. aging and provides strategies for addressing concerns, free at Five Points Center on Feb. 20.

The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued advisories for cold temperatures, potential snowfall, and a Winter Weather Advisory with snow accumulations up to one inch expected in central North Carolina.

Durham Police warn of increased vehicle thefts in the cold weather, advising residents to take precautions like using remote starters and steering wheel locks.

The State Board of Elections will hold a public virtual meeting on January 22, 2025, to discuss election regulations, including the appointment of county board members and campaign finance penalty waivers.

Rolesville police investigate after the George Taylor Memorial was vandalized last month; the damaged sign was replaced and security cameras installed.