At his State of Cary address Mayor Weinbrecht pledged transparency amid a state audit and outlined housing, downtown and sports plans while investigations continue.

A suspended Columbia student says Rep. Virginia Foxx 'jawboned' the university into disciplining him and has filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation and First Amendment harms.

North Carolina’s State Crime Laboratory says its NIBIN work has produced 10,000 leads that help detectives link shootings and identify repeat shooters.

Wake County is weighing three pricey options for Ligon Middle — renovate, rebuild on the hill, or build on the ballfields — and alumni and preservationists are pushing back. The district packet spells out costs, timelines and tradeoffs for students and the neighborhood.

A former Wake Forest commissioner pleaded guilty to embezzlement, received probation and repaid most of the roughly $65K, court records show.

Wake County Animal Center promotes Valentine's Day pet adoptions with reduced fees despite being closed for renovations, encouraging forever homes for animals in foster care.

Convicted felon Marcus Burney received a nearly 5-year sentence for illegal firearm possession after a traffic stop revealed a gun and substances in his car.

NCDOT responded to winter storms across NC, replaced a bat-inhabited bridge at Pigeon River Gorge, and dedicated a bridge to a fallen officer in Nash County.

Raleigh's Peach Road Park offers a Life Crafts Camp teaching sewing, cooking, and gardening skills to kids aged 7-11, with registration required and fees of $35-$50.

Durham City Council prepares for budget meetings, with public hearings and sessions allowing community input on fiscal planning.

The N.C. Department of Transportation awarded Fred Smith Co. a $4.7 million contract to enhance 22 miles of roads in Wake County, including milling, resurfacing, and shoulder reconstruction.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections seeks public comments on rules for voter roll maintenance, focusing on non-citizenship issues, by March 16, 2026. A hearing is scheduled for March 9.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina has signed Executive Order No. 33 to improve behavioral health and criminal justice systems, enlisting key officials to enhance services and coordination for individuals in crisis.