Federal prosecutors won prison terms for two Hells Angels after a 2023 Dairy Queen parking-lot attack in Cumberland County that left a member dead and multiple vehicles damaged.

Orange County deputies warned about a convincing phone scam that spoofed the sheriff's number and an 'FBI' transfer; deputies say no money was lost.

An early‑morning hit‑and‑run on Buffaloe Road near Oates Drive left a pedestrian dead; Raleigh police have opened an investigation.

A late-Friday NWS alert warned Halifax County that storms near Scotland Neck could bring 55‑mph gusts and nickel‑sized hail.

DOE issued a brief emergency order allowing Duke Energy to boost output this weekend to prevent blackouts as North Carolina endures extreme heat. The allowance is limited and timebound.

A late‑night NWS warning for Washington County warned of penny‑sized hail and 60 mph gusts; residents were urged to shelter and report any wind or hail damage.

Sanford police arrested two suspects after a 17-year-old was shot at The Oaks Apartments. One suspect is jailed without bond and the investigation remains active.

A $64M two‑site development in Bragtown will deliver 198 affordable apartments targeted to households at or below 70% AMI, with early relocations from Oxford Manor.

After more than a decade, True Flavors Diner in South Durham will close by the end of June. Owner Sidney Coves cites rising costs and will focus on Reno’s Cheesesteaks.

Realty Income paid $5.5M for a Goldsboro Wawa site as the chain expands across eastern North Carolina; local permits and DOT roadwork are already in place.

Three men were hospitalized after a fight on N. Raleigh Boulevard left them with stab wounds. Police say the early‑morning incident is under investigation.

State investigators have been called to a scene involving the Sampson County Sheriff's Office near a Dollar General on Faison Road. Officials released few details as the SBI gathers evidence.

A severe thunderstorm warning hit Henderson and Polk counties Thursday; forecasters warned of 60 mph gusts and quarter‑size hail and urged residents to shelter.