Baltimore-based St. John Properties bought nearly 25 acres in Youngsville to build a three‑building flex and R&D park that could support 350+ jobs.

Chatham County promotes Carolyn Miller to Deputy County Manager, recognizing her longstanding contributions and leadership within the county government.

The Durham County Sheriff's Office is searching for a juvenile accused of a non-fatal stabbing on Cheek Road at 3 a.m. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Officer Walker was surprised with a party at Athens Drive Magnet High School to honor his positive impact as a School Resource Officer, praised for his mentorship and trusted relations with students.

Raleigh Water creates special conversation hearts to appreciate their water utility workers on Valentine's Day.

Raleigh's Marsh Creek Community Center and Raleigh City Farm host an Urban Farm Open House on March 19, offering tours, produce sampling, and a glimpse into local urban agriculture.

New Rolesville neighbors report recurring outages that sometimes last hours; Duke Energy says upgrades are underway to add capacity and reroute power. Residents want faster fixes and clearer timelines.

A 51‑year‑old Ayden man reported missing this week was found dead inside a pickup lodged in a rural culvert in Pitt County; investigators have turned the case over to the medical examiner.

Part of Cary’s Citizen’s Convenience Center sits in railroad right‑of‑way, forcing the town to weigh closure, a partial scale‑back or a multi‑million dollar relocation. Council approved a $40K study as staff prepares costed options.

State officials confirmed spotted lanternfly breeding populations in Davidson, Rowan and Caswell counties; surveys and treatments are underway.

A 47-year-old man, identified as Tavarus Joyner, was found shot on E. Umstead Street and later died. Durham police are searching for a suspect.

North Carolina prepares for early voting with more sites and extended hours, aiming to improve voter accessibility for the March 2026 primary elections.

A Wake County judge restored a 1981 sunset clause that could end quarrying near Umstead State Park by 2031, but Wake Stone has filed to intervene and appeal. The fight now turns on permit wording and whether a 2023 permit moots the coalition’s challenge.