Raleigh Water announces a new customer payment portal launching in November, with system maintenance causing service disruptions from August 21-24, including a halt on transactions and service requests. Normal services will resume on August 25.

A report from the NC State Auditor uncovers questionable financial decisions by Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, including over $75 million in unwarranted bonuses.

NCDHHS will temporarily take over child welfare in Bertie County due to concerns about service effectiveness, marking the fifth state intervention in a county DSS.

Justin Malik York, 30, has been arrested in NYC for a June murder in Raleigh, facing first-degree murder charges.

NCDHHS plans to apply for the Rural Health Transformation Program to address potential impacts of federal Medicaid cuts on rural healthcare in North Carolina.

Durham has resumed regular utility billing after an interruption, with penalties and water shutoffs for late payments reinstated. Residents should expect bills as before and can use various payment options. Assistance is available for those in need.

Durham prepares for its 2025 Minority Enterprise Development Week to support minority and women-owned businesses with events, a fair, and a keynote from Curtis Ray Hill on October 20-24.

The NWS forecasts a fluctuating weather pattern for Raleigh, with high temperatures and chances of thunderstorms, followed by sunny skies and cooler evenings.

Rocky Mount police arrested a suspect after a seven-hour standoff following an early morning shooting in an apartment complex. The victim was hospitalized and is stable; residents were sheltered in place during the incident.

Carrboro's 10th annual Fiestas en la Calle celebrates Latin culture on August 24th with music, food, and dance.

Carrboro's Fire-Rescue Department achieved a Class 1 PPC rating, signaling superior fire protection and potential insurance savings starting October 1, 2025. Town leadership praised the department's excellence and dedication.

The North Carolina Department of Labor processed over 1,600 wage complaints, recovering $2.5 million for workers across 87 counties and 31 industries.

Halifax Park's Movie on the Lawn event is on September 26, offering an outdoor cinema experience with local vendors and food trucks. Attendees should bring seating and pre-register online or in-person.