The Carolina Hurricanes rallied with four third-period goals to defeat the New Jersey Devils 5-2, featuring two goals by Jack Roslovic and coach Rod Brind'Amour's record-breaking 300th win.

An electrical fire at Cedar Point Apartments in north Raleigh after Christmas displaced 10 people; about 40 firefighters managed the situation without extensive spread.

The NCDOT maintains transparency by issuing weekly financial reports, except after holidays, detailing their cash balances, receipts, disbursements, and reserved funds for specific projects.

State Treasurer Dale Folwell mourns the death of Greensboro police officer Michael Horan, ensuring his family receives benefits promptly after Horan was fatally shot on duty.

The EEOC is suing UNC Rex Healthcare for allegedly violating federal law by not accommodating an employee's religious beliefs against a COVID-19 vaccination mandate and firing her.

Fuquay-Varina offers post-Christmas tree disposal through a curbside pick-up service or at their Convenience Center, with collection running from December 26 to January 31.

A 20-year-old man was fatally shot in a home in Fayetteville; the suspect is known but not arrested. Police urge public assistance in the ongoing investigation.

NC Governor Roy Cooper grants clemency to 15 individuals, including six commutations and nine pardons, as part of his commitment to criminal justice reform.

NC Governor Cooper and Governor-elect Stein sue over a bill allowing the State Auditor more control over election board appointments, claiming it's unconstitutional.

The NWS reports overcast weather in Raleigh, with a current temperature of 37°F and predicts mostly sunny days ahead, with mild temperatures and possible showers by the weekend.

The N.C. Department of Transportation is investing $19.6 million in Raleigh's New Hope Church Road infrastructure to support the S-Line Passenger Train project, with a completion target for summer 2025.

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announces $15.5 million raised for long-term Hurricane Helene recovery, with additional funds from the NC Community Foundation aimed at supporting local nonprofits in western North Carolina.

A head-on collision on Interstate 40 near Durham resulted in serious injury after a car drove the wrong way and crashed into a FedEx truck. The car's driver was hospitalized; the truck driver was unharmed.