Bobby Malone, convicted of a sexual offense in 1989, was granted parole by the North Carolina Parole Commission under the Mutual Agreement Parole Program (MAPP).

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein will participate in a virtual town hall to discuss the use of a $213 million federal grant to improve rural healthcare through the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Marquis McKenzie is being paroled through the MAPP and is scheduled for release on December 24, 2027, after serving nearly 30 years since his 1997 first-degree murder conviction.

NC Governor Josh Stein discusses health initiatives, rural healthcare funding, combating childhood hunger, and enhancing drone safety in the NC Strong Update.

A Hendersonville man is charged with embezzling funds from Queen Bail Bonds and converting bonds for his own use, according to North Carolina authorities.

Raleigh parents can now register their children for spring sports programs, including baseball, softball, flag football, and cheerleading. Registration is open from February 1–14, with fees of $65 for residents and $80 for non-residents.

Raleigh Parks combats invasive species by clearing over 90 acres and investing $500K for expert-led restoration, benefitting wildlife and park safety.

PLJCS now offers 'PATRON PICKS' under 'PLJCS Reads', a feature for personalized book recommendations, enhancing the service by incorporating community favorites.

NC Governor Josh Stein is in Washington lobbying for increased federal hurricane recovery funds for western North Carolina, emphasizing the gap between damages and aid provided. He's requesting $13.5 billion in aid.

Wake County Animal Center is temporarily closing for repairs from January 16 to March 2, but Raleigh's Animal Control services continue, and shelters are assisting with animal care.

North Carolina sees a significant rise in flu-related deaths this season, with 134 fatalities including three children, surpassing the previous year's count.

Verizon Wireless is experiencing a major outage affecting users nationwide, with Johnston County especially affected. Residents are advised to use alternative methods for emergency calls. Verizon has not provided a timeline for restoration.

Franklin's computer network faced a disruption, but emergency services were unaffected. IT staff and the NC Joint Cybersecurity Task Force are handling the situation, with efforts to restore systems ongoing.