A brawl broke out among 20 girls at Raleigh's Holly Hill Hospital, prompting police intervention and hospitalization of six for observation. No serious injuries or arrests were reported at the psychiatric facility.

A Raleigh man, Reginald Epps, won a $633,202 jackpot from the North Carolina Cash 5 lottery with a $1 ticket from Rose Mart. He took home $452,741 after taxes.

Talvin Lamar Brandon was sentenced to eight years for armed drug trafficking, after a guilty plea and a July incident where he fled a traffic stop, discarding cocaine.

A 23-year-old was shot dead at Fenton shopping center. The suspect, a 24-year-old security employee, turned himself in. The incident is deemed isolated with no public threat. Police urge witnesses to come forward.

The National Weather Service forecasts clear skies and crisp weather for Raleigh, NC, with sunny days and a high of 46 degrees leading up to Christmas.

A man in Goldsboro was arrested for shooting at a vehicle with a woman and two children inside during a domestic dispute.

After almost 30 years, a suspect has been arrested in the 1998 cold case stabbing death of Bernard Walker in Raleigh, aided by advancements in forensic technology.

North Carolina's Trails Committee has awarded over $1.24 million in federal grants for 18 trail-related projects, including access points on Haw and Yadkin River trails.

The City of Raleigh announces office closures and service adjustments for the Christmas holiday, including changes to waste collection and public transit schedules. Emergency services remain available.

Raleigh's Capture It! Stormwater Arts Contest offers students a chance to win $500 while raising awareness about water pollution through artwork and videos.

After six years of service, Koa the police K-9 from Holly Springs retires, with his handler Officer Juarez providing him a home for his retirement years.

The Holly Springs Town Council honored Town employees with the Champions Award for exceptional service, particularly highlighting the Utilities & Infrastructure and Public Works teams for their emergency response and program implementation.

The Durham County Tax Administration is reminding residents to pay their property and personal taxes by January 6, 2025, to avoid interest and fees. Payment can be done online, by mail, or in person, with assistance available for eligible taxpayers.