Raleigh's new Crisis Call Diversion Line connects 911 callers in mental health crises with trained clinicians, lightening law enforcement's load and providing specialized support.

The Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum in Raleigh launches 'Evelyn's Book Club', focusing on Black authors and narratives, with free monthly meetings starting February 25.

Wake Forest has an ongoing leaf collection program until March 13, 2026, urging residents to separate leaves from debris and placing them behind the curb for pickup. Guidelines also address limb and brush disposal to ensure efficient service.

Zoe Welsh, a teacher at Ravenscroft School, died from a violent break-in at her home. Suspect Ryan Camacho is charged with murder and breaking and entering.

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts is conducting a membership drive until March 31, 2026, offering benefits across four price tiers to support its cultural programs.

Officers Corrigan and March from Wake Forest completed Crisis Intervention Team training to improve interactions with individuals during mental health crises.

Zebulon celebrated its 7th Annual Downtown Holiday Decorating Contest, with businesses vying for the Mayor's Choice Award, and a festive video shared on the town's Facebook page.

The Northern Wake Fire Department extinguished a kitchen fire caused by cooking oil on a stovetop, avoiding more serious damage and no injuries reported.

Raleigh Water begins nighttime construction on East Martin Street for infrastructure improvements, causing detours but aiming for system reliability and to manage growth.

NWS Raleigh predicts a few clouds, 34°F, and gentle winds in the morning, 65°F and possible patchy fog later. Midweek sees sunny days with low rain chances, but a 40% chance of rain by the weekend.

Apex celebrates MLK Jr. with weekend events, including a rolling closure on Salem Street for a commemorative walk Saturday, January 17th, from 9-10 am.

A gas leak in Apex closed Harwood Street and First Street, causing traffic disruptions and safety concerns for several hours, with officials advising alternative routes.

Officials inaugurated the Havelock Bypass in Craven County and finished expanding I-440. Also, 150 DMV examiners graduated, and a bridge was named after Patrolman Templeton.