A Raleigh man turned losing holiday scratch‑offs into a $1 million second‑chance win and says his wife is 'freaking out.' He claimed a $432,060 lump sum after taxes.

A SupplyHouse study ranks Raleigh seventh among 50 metros for skilled‑trades strength, citing training programs and job growth despite union‑related headwinds.

A fire marshal ruling forced Crossroads FLEX out of its Cary building, leaving 149 students learning remotely and the district scrambling to find compliant space.

NCDOT clears roads after storms, improves Dickinson Avenue, proposes rail service to Asheville, and distributes free bicycle helmets to promote safety.

Governor and First Lady Stein tour North Carolina ski resorts, highlighting their economic impact and celebrating the state's winter sports offerings.

Raleigh PD shared a humorous Valentine's Day message on Facebook, aiming to strengthen community ties with playful remarks about love and not pressing charges for stolen hearts.

Raleigh's strategic planning process is recognized in the "50 States, 50 Breakthroughs" for its human-centric, data-driven approach, reducing objectives and initiatives for measurable changes.

Nominations for the 2026 Environmental Awards have opened, highlighting local environmental leaders and innovators for their contributions to sustainability.

Film and TV shoots spent $185.5M in North Carolina in 2025, supporting thousands of jobs and filming across 45 counties.

"Create and Chat" events at Abbotts Creek Community Center in Raleigh offer crafting evenings for adults, welcoming all skill levels every Wednesday starting March 11.

North Carolina regulators blocked Carolina Water Service from imposing a temporary March 1 rate hike, pausing a broader case that could lift rates about 34% over three years.

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools is studying the possible closure of up to two elementary schools as enrollment falls and budget gaps emerge. District leaders will gather options and hold community input through the spring.

The Town of Wake Forest engaged local high school students in civic leadership through a program that included a mock town meeting and a visit to a fire station.