Governor Josh Stein visited Chapel Hill, NC to witness the damage from Tropical Storm Chantal, communicate with affected community members, and affirm his commitment to recovery efforts.

The Raleigh Police Department encourages Raleigh residents to light their porch lights on National Night Out to strengthen community and police relations.

Alice Fulmer from the Water Research Foundation visited Raleigh's Neuse River Resource Recovery Facility, discussing water research and potential collaborations.

NC Governor Josh Stein and First Lady promote local tourism with the "Rediscover the Unforgettable" campaign in Western NC, visiting towns, shops and engaging with locals.

A Heat Advisory is issued in Raleigh, NC, with heat index values possibly reaching 107 degrees. Residents are advised to take precautions. There's also a slight risk of severe storms with potential wind gusts.

Wake Forest's Flaherty Park Community Center will host a comic convention on August 23, featuring over 30 vendors, activities, and learning experiences for families and fans.

Raleigh's Lake Johnson Park hosts "Paddle and Play" for adults to try kayaking and paddleboarding, with equipment and training provided. Pre-registration required.

NCDHHS launched the NC Black Youth Suicide Prevention Action Plan during National Minority Mental Health Month to tackle increased suicides in Black youth.

The Harr family celebrates 100 years of farming and selling produce at Soulard Farmers Market, emphasizing their long-standing relationship with the community and dedication to quality and tradition.

Wake Forest invites food truck operators, vendors, and nonprofits to apply for the 2025 Diwali Festival, promoting authentic Indian culture. The event is on November 1 at E. Carroll Joyner Park.

Raleigh's after school program, the Neighborhood Ecology Corps, invites middle and high schoolers to explore the environmental and social dynamics of their communities.

Wake County names The Bryant Center as the operator of Second Street Place, a new low-barrier homeless shelter in Raleigh, aiming to integrate it into a broader strategy to reduce homelessness.

The Durham County Sheriff's Office, with the Wake County Sheriff's Office and the DEA, seized 4.8 kilograms of fentanyl in a significant drug bust, underscoring the ongoing battle against narcotics.