A 24-year-old man named Amani King was shot dead at The Churchill Apartments in Durham; no suspects have been identified while the investigation continues.

A man was critically injured and a deputy hurt in a shootout in southern Wake County after deputies responded to a self-harm threat. The SBI is investigating.

Federal authorities charged healthcare professionals in Eastern North Carolina with healthcare fraud as part of the 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown.

Inmate Paul Pellini was found unresponsive at Central Prison and was pronounced dead; his death is suspected to be a suicide. Investigations are ongoing. He was awaiting trial on serious charges.

Two women were shot and wounded at Raleigh's Libido Bar and Lounge, with non-life-threatening injuries; no arrests have been made, and police seek tips.

The DA ruled that deputies involved in a Johnston County confrontation with an armed, suicidal man won't be charged, as their actions were deemed justified under NC law.

Just before midnight Saturday, a mobile home on Stricklands Crossroads Road in Johnston County was engulfed in flames, leading to the dramatic rescue of two children and the hospitalization of three individuals. Fire crews and neighbors struggled to save those trapped inside, as thick smoke and heavy fire overwhelmed the structure. Investigators have traced the fire's origin to the kitchen, and officials are urging residents to check smoke alarms as the investigation continues.

Early Sunday morning, Goldsboro Police responded to a crash behind a Waffle House on North Berkeley Boulevard where a vehicle was found overturned in the woods. Three men were injured, including one with a gunshot wound. Two fled the scene but were later located. Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading up to the crash and shooting, and are urging the public to come forward with any information.

A person was shot and killed in Fayetteville on Friday afternoon; the victim and shooter reportedly knew each other. Police are investigating the incident.

A fatal two-vehicle crash in Fayetteville claimed two lives and critically injured two others, possibly due to excessive speed. Cedar Creek Road was closed for investigation.

A rabid fox bit a man in Wake Forest, prompting Wake County to issue an alert and plan on informing locals about rabies prevention and pet vaccinations.

Nigel Gray of Raleigh was sentenced to 24 years in prison for drug offenses, including fentanyl and cocaine distribution, with ties to the Sinaloa Cartel.

A pedestrian was critically injured after being hit by an SUV in Fayetteville near Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.