A Burke County man, Dylan Scott Smith, was charged with insurance fraud and other offenses after filing a false repeat accident claim and using fraudulent bank information to pay premiums.

Durham County sees a 26% drop in major crimes during the first half of 2025, with declines in shootings and significant recoveries of firearms and stolen vehicles.

Durham County reports a 26% decrease in major crimes for the first half of 2025, with the Sheriff's Office highlighting community collaboration, vehicle recovery efforts, and firearm incident management as keys to the reduction.

Jackson Ryan Brookhart, 17, was killed in a Chalk Road crash near Wake Forest. Speed is suspected. Two others were injured; investigation ongoing.

A Roanoke Rapids man, Diandre Sherod Ireland, received a 13-year prison term for his role in drug trafficking and possession of firearms, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.

A Rocky Mount officer's father was killed in a shooting at Sunset Park; the suspect also attempted a carjacking and is charged with murder and kidnapping.

A Camp Lejeune Marine caused a fatal multi-car crash on I-40, resulting in another Marine's death. He faces multiple charges, including misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.

A 17-year-old was killed and another man severely injured in a shooting at Damar Court apartments in Durham. Friends, family, and the mayor mourn the loss and highlight the community impact. No arrests have been made yet.

A man was shot in downtown Raleigh after refusing to give a ride to a stranger; the suspect is at large, and the victim sought help at Oak City Cares.

Two brothers from Rocky Mount received federal prison sentences for operating a drug trafficking ring distributing substances like crack cocaine and fentanyl in Nash County.

Durham residents and officials protest ICE arrests at a courthouse, citing safety and due process concerns; ICE's presence leads to widespread fear and potential impacts on community activities.

A 17-year-old was killed and two men were injured in unrelated shootings in Durham, with one incident resulting in additional property damage. No arrests have been reported; police investigations are ongoing.

Former assisted living executive Charles Gross pled guilty to state tax embezzlement and received both an active and suspended sentence plus probation and restitution orders.