Durham announces a lineup of festive events including a holiday parade, tree display, and themed parties for all ages, as detailed on their official website.

A student at River Oaks Middle School in Raleigh is charged after an unloaded gun was found in the gym, leading to a temporary lockdown and a school search.

The NWS reports unseasonably cold temperatures in Raleigh with highs near 49°F and forecasts a possible rainy week ahead, with a sunny interlude by Thursday.

Franklin County has allocated over $2 million from ARPA funds to improve air quality in schools by upgrading HVAC systems, as part of the district's capital improvements plan.

The National Weather Service warns of unseasonably cold temperatures in Raleigh, with a high of 42°F today and dropping to 22°F tonight. Recommendations include layering up and keeping pets indoors.

NexGen Cabinets Inc. will open a kitchen and bathroom cabinet assembly and production facility in Duplin County, NC, creating over 40 jobs with a $6.7 million investment.

Raleigh's iconic "The Great Raleigh Acorn," readied for its New Year's Eve drop, marks the city's celebrations, with two countdowns planned for different age groups.

The Stanford L. Warren Branch Library in Durham reopens after renovations, with a celebration that includes a talk by Eileen Watts Welch but excludes computer access until the following day.

Chatham County Public Libraries have launched a Winter Reading BINGO Challenge for children and teens, offering a free book for a completed BINGO and a chance to win a Grand Prize.

Durham invites residents to shape the future of local transportation by providing feedback on the 2025 Durham Bike+Walk Plan update through an online survey and various community events.

North Carolina's LIEAP now accepts applications to help the elderly and disabled with heating costs through automated or manual application processes.

Central North Carolina, including Raleigh, is facing colder weather this week with temperatures 10-20 degrees below average, possibly requiring spotter activation.

A new license plate agency will open in Eden on December 3, replacing the one that closed in September, and will be operated by Alice Parrish, who also manages the Reidsville LPA.