The Triangle Expressway expansion in Raleigh progresses as the Complete 540 project moves into new construction phases, causing temporary nighttime road closures on Rock Quarry Road between November 3-7, with detours in place.

Laura Heredia is the new Executive Director of the City of Oaks Foundation, aiming to enhance Raleigh's parks and conservation efforts.

At the N.C. State Fair, 488 people discovered $185,796 in unclaimed property via NCCash.gov, part of $1.4 billion held by the N.C. Department of State Treasurer.

The story of Cheese, a cat adopted by Alice Avery's family in Wake County due to her son's insistence, showcases a unique bond formed during potty-training bribery.

Chatham County initiates a pilot food waste composting program at select recycling centers for residents with a valid decal to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions.

North Carolina Retirement Systems is updating its ORBIT portal with a new ID.me single sign-on login to improve security and ease of use, set to launch in early 2026.

The National Weather Service forecasts variable weather for Raleigh, NC, including rain, fog, thunderstorms, followed by clearer, sunny conditions towards the weekend.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation introduces a new Pilates class for active adults, led by Lawrence Bivins, focusing on flexibility, strength, and posture improvement.

Raleigh Water is set to introduce a new self-service portal in November, enhancing user experience but requiring a temporary blackout period for the transition.

Chatham Community Library hosts Mud Dauber School for a free seminar on natural building methods, highlighting sustainable techniques like cob and straw bale construction.

North Carolina's SNAP recipients face delays in benefits due to a federal government shutdown, with state officials urging immediate USDA action to prevent hunger among 1.4 million people.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina emphasized the link between public safety and mental health, proposing a $195 million safety package, advocating for Medicaid funding, and stressing mental health services improvement.

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will honor Matthews Fire & EMS with the Commissioner's Award and address the Charlotte Rotary Club on Tuesday, October 28.