A man was killed in a shooting at a Durham shopping center and police are investigating, with recurring violence in the area causing community concern. A person of interest is being questioned.

Durham authorities are investigating a possible link between a shooting and a deadly crash that occurred on the same violent Saturday, with one person dead in each incident.

Apex firefighters responded to multiple small fires along US-1, containing the largest at ¾ acre. Causes are under investigation; the department urges caution and vehicle maintenance to prevent fires.

Raleigh anticipates rain turning to clear skies with a severe temperature drop and strong winds today, along with a Red Flag Warning due to wildfire risk.

Durham officials thank the community for their input on the city's cultural development and highlight the collaborative efforts shaping the arts scene, with more details to come as they work towards a comprehensive cultural strategy.

Raleigh Police Department is hosting a hiring event with physical testing on January 10; potential recruits are invited to speak with recruiters and initiate the application process.

Raleigh residents are warned of potential fire hazards due to expected low humidity, strong winds, and patchy rainfall early in the week, with outdoor burning discouraged.

Wake Forest, North Carolina, promotes its Farmers Market, offering local produce, goods, and family-friendly events every Saturday to support local agriculture and sustainability.

Holly Springs town offices, including Holly Springs 311, will be closed on January 1, 2025. Waste collection services will be delayed by one day for that week.

Karen Norrell and Theresa Cody retire from the Orange County IT Department after 40 and 38 years of service, respectively. Their dedication was celebrated in a social media post.

Durham, NC informs residents about altered service schedules during the holidays, indicating that emergency services are available and certain waste collections are delayed. Public transit will run as usual.

Zebulon invites residents to Jan 2026 Town Hall meetings to increase civic engagement, with multiple boards meeting and options for in-person and online participation.

Garner's healthcare landscape will be boosted with the WakeMed Mental Health & Well-Being Hospital, a new 150-bed facility, part of a larger mixed-use development.