North Carolina introduces NC FACT to support individuals with severe mental illness after incarceration, providing mental health care, housing, and substance use disorder care to reduce recidivism and improve community safety.

Chatham County celebrates America's 250th birthday with 250 days of events, beginning October 25, 2025. They received a $10,000 grant for the celebrations, highlighting North Carolina's historical significance.

Durham's HEART program wins the ICMA 2025 Community Health & Safety Award for its innovative, empathetic response to crises, shifting away from traditional emergency services to a non-police approach.

Durham County officials initiate a food drive to assist SNAP recipients during the U.S. Government shutdown, urging county employees and residents to donate non-perishable food items.

North Carolina and AMES Construction partner to safely rebuild the hurricane-damaged I-40, focusing on safety initiatives and training, as part of the state's economic recovery.

The Comic Book & Toy Expo returns to Flaherty Park Community Center on Nov. 1, featuring various vendors selling collectibles and offering a free, family-friendly event.

The story of Cheese, a cat adopted by Alice Avery's family in Wake County due to her son's insistence, showcases a unique bond formed during potty-training bribery.

Chatham County initiates a pilot food waste composting program at select recycling centers for residents with a valid decal to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina emphasized the link between public safety and mental health, proposing a $195 million safety package, advocating for Medicaid funding, and stressing mental health services improvement.

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will honor Matthews Fire & EMS with the Commissioner's Award and address the Charlotte Rotary Club on Tuesday, October 28.

Leslie Henley named Judicial District Manager in Cumberland County, overseeing community supervision operations.

Wake Forest introduces a food waste composting program, using the CompostHere app to facilitate residents' participation and reduce landfill methane emissions.

RDDA awarded a $2,500 grant for façade improvements to a commercial building on Rogers Road in downtown Rolesville, enhancing local business aesthetics.