A Jacksonville woman was arrested after authorities say a 4-year-old was found alone in unsanitary, potentially dangerous conditions, including access to fire hazards. Charging documents list child‑abuse and related counts.

A massive hole dug overnight at Sunset Beach forced town crews to bring in a backhoe; police say the stunt broke town rules and posed hazards to people and turtles.

A Brunswick County arrest order was issued after Jennifer "Jen" Belichick missed a court date tied to a May speeding stop. The citation alleges she was driving 88 mph in a 70-mph zone.

A toddler was found unharmed after Valdosta police forced entry into a Mack Drive home; two adults were found dead in an apparent murder‑suicide.

A WakeMed campus police officer surrendered to Johnston County deputies and was charged with a statutory-sex offense involving a minor. WakeMed says it suspended the officer and is cooperating.

A man was shot Sunday night near Avon Crossings on MLK Parkway in Durham and rushed to a hospital as police search for the shooter. Investigators are asking for tips.

A heavy police response converged on Litchford Apartments late Sunday after reports of gunfire; investigators say no one was injured. Authorities are processing the scene.

An officer-involved shooting near the Wilson County Courthouse closed City Hall and shut downtown streets Monday as SBI and state troopers investigated.

Raleigh police arrested a person Monday in connection with a reported carjacking. The arrest comes as the city navigates post‑holiday violence and talks of a youth curfew.

Saul Antonio Sosa, 64, was arrested in Chapel Hill on multiple child-sex charges tied to separate Durham and Orange County cases. Judges will consider bail Wednesday.

A 71-year-old Dearborn man was extradited to Johnston County after a DNA match tied him to a 2001 Selma kidnapping and rape.

A carjacking at the New Hope Church Road Walmart ended with a suspect arrested and the stolen Honda recovered within an hour; no injuries were reported.

A late‑night argument near Moore Square ended with a man stabbed and rushed to a hospital; police say the suspect fled and detectives are investigating.