North Carolina Governor Josh Stein appointed new members to various boards and commissions, emphasizing diversity and expertise in sectors like justice, health, homelessness, banking, and education.

A heat advisory is in effect for central North Carolina due to high temperatures with heat index values of 105-109 degrees, prompting warnings for residents to stay cool and hydrated.

Durham County sees a 26% drop in major crimes during the first half of 2025, with declines in shootings and significant recoveries of firearms and stolen vehicles.

Bladenboro will get a new roundabout to replace the traffic signal at the intersection of N.C. 131/410 and N.C. 211, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety.

Raleigh Water is repairing a sinkhole on Cameron Street, causing traffic disruptions but not affecting water service.

Knightdale Police closed a section of Laurens Way due to an incident, causing traffic disruptions but assuring no public threat. The road reopened later in the afternoon.

Chatham County seeks residents to join advisory committees; the application deadline is August 22, 2025. Multiple positions are open across several areas of concern, including agriculture and climate change.

The Durham Fire Department launched a clean gear delivery initiative to reduce firefighters' exposure to carcinogens from contaminated gear after battling fires.

Emma Marine, 18, was honored with Pink Stork's 'FightBack Award' for her bravery during an attempted kidnapping and theft at her workplace on June 29, 2025.

Durham County reports a 26% decrease in major crimes for the first half of 2025, with the Sheriff's Office highlighting community collaboration, vehicle recovery efforts, and firearm incident management as keys to the reduction.

Jackson Ryan Brookhart, 17, was killed in a Chalk Road crash near Wake Forest. Speed is suspected. Two others were injured; investigation ongoing.

Wake County Public Health offers back-to-school vaccine clinics for students entering kindergarten, 7th, and 12th grades to meet state immunization requirements.

Former NC Governor Roy Cooper hints at a Senate run following Sen. Thom Tillis's decision not to seek re-election, stirring excitement among Democrats.