Former state auditor Beth Wood has returned to the NC auditor’s office as an independent contractor for a redacted investigative review, per a public contract. Her work is capped at $25,000 and must finish in mid‑August.

A fatal multi-vehicle crash on westbound U.S. 70 near Pine Level killed one person Thursday and shut lanes while troopers investigated.

RDU built seven experimental wetlands to filter runoff from a new 11,000-space lot; NC State will monitor results through summer 2027.

A 29‑year‑old has been arrested and charged with first‑degree murder after a downtown Wilmington shooting that killed 23‑year‑old Emir Moore. Police say the investigation is ongoing and are asking for tips.

A rider was stabbed at a Garner bus stop after an attempted robbery; suspects fled and police say the injuries are not life‑threatening. It’s the second such attack in a month.

Mid‑70s muggy morning; highs near 92°F today. Dangerous heat builds Thursday–Friday with highs near 100°F and heat‑index values above 100°F.

A man described as "armed and dangerous" remains at large after firing at a deputy west of Jacksonville; investigators are searching wooded areas near Pony Farm Road.

A welfare check in Henderson’s Gillside community turned up two people shot inside a home; investigators say the SBI is assisting and officials say it doesn’t appear random.

Raleigh will heat up later this week with highs peaking Thursday–Friday. Libraries and cooling centers can help those without AC.

Morgan & Morgan has leased space at 150 Fayetteville and plans to grow its Raleigh staff from about 15 to roughly 100, bringing new legal jobs to downtown.

A north Raleigh man was seriously wounded Sunday night on Merriweather Circle; police say a suspect is in custody. Investigators say there is no ongoing threat.

A teenager was shot Saturday on Dixie Forest Road in Raleigh. Police are investigating and asking witnesses to come forward.

A Durham man was arrested June 4 and indicted in the March 13 shooting that killed rapper Tevin “Young Boss Tevo” Burney and Jarrett Godfrey, court records show.