North Carolina hit No. 1 for tech job growth as Charlotte added roughly 37,000 jobs and digital roles spread into smaller metros. Policymakers say training and infrastructure will determine whether the momentum lasts.

Two landlords agreed to stop using RealPage’s rent‑setting software in North Carolina, a move AG Jeff Jackson says will affect Charlotte‑area renters. The deals join earlier settlements and federal action targeting algorithmic pricing.

North Carolina public schools receive an $11 million federal grant to enhance mental health services, with funds allocated to school psychology programs and retention initiatives.

North Carolina successfully tests interstate 911 calls with D.C., showcasing the robustness of Next Generation 911 systems in emergency communication.

San Francisco initiates "Low-Mow Spring" to support pollinator populations by reducing spring mowing in parks, aimed at fostering habitats for local wildlife and enhancing natural beauty.

Wake County Public Health offices are moving to a new location and will be closed February 16-20, except for prescription pickups. All other services will be suspended during this period. The new facility opens February 23.

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.

Music producer Larico D. Steele was sentenced to a year in prison for participating in a PPP fraud scheme and ordered to pay over $150,000 in restitution.

Fort Dobbs Historic Site closes temporarily for transition to a new visitor center, with a planned reopening in mid-April.

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.

A man found shot Thursday in the 2500 block of South Roxboro Street later died, and police are asking witnesses to contact investigators. CrimeStoppers is taking anonymous tips.

An investigation shows Raleigh agencies used federal forfeiture funds for police gear, reigniting debate over whether equitable sharing circumvents state law.