The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles seeks a new contractor for a Rocky Mount license plate agency due to the retirement of the current operator, Vicki Bridgers. Applications for the role are available on the Connect NCDOT website.

A woman was critically injured by an SUV on Raleigh's Poole Road; the driver was not impaired and is cooperating with police. The road was closed for investigation.

Governor Josh Stein and others participated in a reentry simulation to understand challenges faced by individuals leaving incarceration in North Carolina.

California students enjoyed a hands-on educational field trip to Merchant Millpond State Park, kayaking and connecting with nature, supported by the Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund.

Raleigh is forecasted to have rainy and overcast weather with possible thunderstorms and comfortable temperatures throughout the week, with a marginal risk of flash flooding on Wednesday.

The North Carolina OSA's audit reports reveal significant declines in DMV function, with long wait times, staffing issues, and a need for organizational restructuring.

The Durham County Commissioners' work session is set for August 4, 2025, inviting the public to attend in-person or watch live streams and recordings online and on TV.

GRAIL's RTP campus hosted a meeting to foster relationships with Durham educational institutions for workforce development and collaborative opportunities.

North Carolina health officials emphasize the importance of vaccines for children amidst a rise in measles and whooping cough cases, coinciding with the new school year and Immunization Awareness Month.

El Hasain Hussain joins the North Carolina Zoo as a Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern with a biology degree focused on equine science and minors in chemistry and theater.

Durham County Government is hosting educational workshops at local libraries to help residents recognize and avoid online and phone scams, with scheduled sessions in August and September. Registration is required due to limited spots.

Durham County has launched a new user-friendly website with modern design and features like an AI chatbot, enhanced search, and improved accessibility for disabled visitors, as part of their Website Modernization Initiative.

July 2025 Wake County real estate saw a median price drop to $460,000 and varied sales across segments, with only 2 high-value deals over $30M but an active core market.