NC Insurance Commissioner Causey announced a hearing for September 22 on a proposed 23% car insurance rate increase, seeking a fair resolution for residents and insurers.

A Raleigh man received a 90-month sentence for illegal gun possession after pleading guilty. He was previously arrested for a shooting and had a felony record.

Eleven new historic sites in North Carolina have been added to the National Register of Historic Places, ranging from architectural marvels to important civil rights movement landmarks.

Wake County unveils a new free dental care clinic for uninsured children up to age 20, expanding its Smiles program to support children's dental health.

Former corrections officer Richard Wargo pleaded guilty to perjury during a probe into excessive force at PCI. He could face up to five years in prison.

The City of Raleigh Museum is screening a Hip Hop documentary, free for all ages, on April 5-6, focusing on the local music scene's history and impact.

Chatham County is preparing for its 5th annual Spring Ag Fest at the CCACC on March 29, 2025, featuring local agricultural exhibits, family activities, food trucks, and a shuttle service.

Katisha Roberts from Anson County is charged with insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property by false pretense for filing a false auto accident report.

Wake County revives the Ask the Doc Town Hall series through HealthLit4Wake, starting its 2025 events at the Mexican Consulate in Raleigh for Spanish speakers, with more sessions planned, including for English and Arabic speakers.

A diverging diamond interchange opened on Airport Boulevard at I-40 in North Carolina to improve traffic and safety, with NCDOT citing its efficiency. Initially, drivers may face confusion and longer travel times.

Raleigh invites residents to the final meeting for the Five Points Streetscape and Safety Study, emphasizing community feedback on upcoming improvements.

Two drivers died in a head-on collision on I-40 in Raleigh, caused by a wrong-way driver suspected of alcohol use. The crash involved a 2006 Lexus IS250 and a 2024 Volkswagen Taos.

Gunfire in east Raleigh led to life-threatening injuries for one victim, prompting an active police investigation and traffic detours. No suspects are currently in custody.