Raleigh's Hillsborough Street and Beryl Road will have overnight closures for bridge work near I-440, with detours via Method Road and Blue Ridge Road.

Smith Creek Soccer Center Field 1 in Wake Forest is closed for maintenance to install a new irrigation system, with a reopening expected in mid-August.

Raleigh Police Department is hosting National Night Out on Aug. 5 to strengthen community-law enforcement relations, featuring block parties and safety demos.

The North Carolina DHHS, with First Lady Anna Stein, launched Unshame NC to reduce stigma around substance use disorder and promote medication-assisted treatment.

An 18-year-old man was arrested for a June nightclub shooting in Raleigh that injured two women; charges include assault and discharging a firearm into occupied property.

An employee at Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar in Raleigh brandished a gun at a coworker during a fight; no shots were fired. The suspect fled and is being pursued for misdemeanor assault.

A man was fatally shot by a deputy in Cumberland County during a confrontation after the deputies responded to assist with a brush fire. An investigation by the State Bureau of Investigation is underway.

Central North Carolina faces a Heat Advisory with temperatures expected to reach up to 106°F. Residents are warned of potential heat illnesses and advised to take precautions.

Camp Ignite 2025 has concluded successfully, offering a week of growth and teamwork for young people interested in firefighting, according to the Cary Fire Department.

Joshua Vines was sentenced to over eight years for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy in Eastern North Carolina.

Raleigh’s Active Adult Program offers a historical tour called "Becoming Lunsford Lane," exploring the life of a man who bought his freedom from slavery.

Raleigh residents may see larger water bills due to a vendor service interruption leading to a consolidated billing cycle. Raleigh Water froze disconnections and late fees, offering payment plans and customer support for those affected.

A Heat Advisory is in effect in Raleigh, NC, with heat index values up to 108 degrees, and there are warnings for potential heat illnesses and severe storms.