Landon Perry and David Barkhau won the Internal Audit Award of Excellence from NC's Council of Internal Auditing for their outstanding contributions at NCDIT.

Durham County's Chief District Court Judge, Clayton Jones Jr., was arrested following domestic violence allegations, accused of assaulting a woman during a dispute.

The report highlights the success of cell phone bans in North Carolina classrooms, with positive impacts on academic and social aspects. A guidebook was created to help schools as statewide restrictions approach in January 2026.

Durham police officers participated in the Wilmington Battleship Race, demonstrating community engagement and winning accolades, with Assistant Chief Piatt earning second place in his age group.

The Cary Police Department is hosting a blood drive on December 20th, benefiting donors and the Special Olympics of North Carolina with a $10 contribution per donor.

Durham, NC ranked 7th in the 2025 Digital Cities Survey for using technology to improve services, as announced in a social media post. The city's tech enhancements include billing systems and cybersecurity.

I-440 East near Hillsborough Street in the Bay Area will partially close on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for pavement work, potentially causing delays.

Rolesville has completed the Mayors' Monarch Pledge, with the National Wildlife Federation acknowledging its efforts to conserve monarch butterfly populations.

Johnston County awarded over $350,000 in grants for community space improvements including handicap-accessible features and energy-efficient lighting. Funds are for diverse projects across multiple towns to enhance amenities and infrastructure.

A nurse at UNC REX Hospital is charged with sexually assaulting sedated patients. His nursing license is suspended, and UNC Health has terminated his employment. Additional victims may exist, and a hotline is set up for information.

Durham announces service changes for the holidays, affecting city offices, waste collection, parks, public transportation, and parking. Essential services like water/sewer emergency response will remain available.

Durham adjusts holiday service schedules for trash collection, tree disposal, and public transportation, with some services delayed and special free parking days.

North Carolina reports an increase in flu activity and related deaths, with nine fatalities this season. Health officials warn of the influenza A (H3N2) subclade K strain, urging vaccination as key prevention.