Sunny Saturday before a soaking Sunday in Raleigh; most spots could see 1–2 inches of rain with isolated street flooding possible.

SET officers say a Riverknoll Drive search turned up six firearms, drugs and cash, and one person was arrested. The case is tied to multiple felony drug and weapon counts.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections is investigating potential misconduct in voter registration drives after reports of individuals giving voters misleading information and impersonating election officials.

A ONE Academy teacher was arrested Friday and charged with 10 counts of second‑degree sexual exploitation of a minor, authorities say.

Court records show a Durham man was arrested in the May 27, 2024 Ellis Road hit-and-run that killed a bicyclist. He faces felony hit-and-run and driving-with-revoked-license charges; a March 2 hearing is set.

North Carolina is honoring abolitionist and author Moses Roper with a historical marker recognizing his escape from slavery and contributions to social justice.

Officer Slade of Raleigh PD earned an Advanced Specialist in Behavioral Analysis of Force Encounters certification after completing a rigorous 18-week course.

Nominations for the 2026 Environmental Awards have opened, highlighting local environmental leaders and innovators for their contributions to sustainability.

Raleigh’s North Carolina Museum of History is closed for a $180M renovation that expands gallery space, adds classrooms and modernizes climate controls; reopening is expected in 2028.

North Carolina hit No. 1 for tech job growth as Charlotte added roughly 37,000 jobs and digital roles spread into smaller metros. Policymakers say training and infrastructure will determine whether the momentum lasts.

Two landlords agreed to stop using RealPage’s rent‑setting software in North Carolina, a move AG Jeff Jackson says will affect Charlotte‑area renters. The deals join earlier settlements and federal action targeting algorithmic pricing.

North Carolina public schools receive an $11 million federal grant to enhance mental health services, with funds allocated to school psychology programs and retention initiatives.

North Carolina successfully tests interstate 911 calls with D.C., showcasing the robustness of Next Generation 911 systems in emergency communication.