The Orange County Sheriff's Office participated in the 2025 Special Olympics Summer Games opening, forming a Circle of Honor to support athletes with special needs and foster community inclusivity.

Zacharia Nathaniel Warnke was arrested in Orange County for a burglary involving over $10,000 in stolen goods. William Cox is also detained for the same incident. Both men face charges related to a theft from a home under renovation.

NCDOT is running Operation Firecracker to curb impaired driving, reopened Chimney Rock State Park post-Hurricane Helene, dedicated bridges in honor of fallen officers, and made changes at DMV offices to manage summer heat.

Raleigh, NC, anticipates high humidity and thunderstorms with temperatures reaching mid-90s by Tuesday; showers possible today with a mild high of 89°F.

Raleigh Parks launches "Postcards from the Parks," offering free postcards for visitors to send messages, fostering connection and covering postage costs.

Governor Stein of North Carolina signed eight bills into law and vetoed four, criticizing the state legislature for focusing on cultural issues over budgetary needs and expressing readiness to address serious concerns.

Franklin County announces a new, larger waste disposal site at 2275 Long Mill Road, Youngsville, replacing the old site at 529 Park Avenue, starting July 7, 2025.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein opposes the Senate reconciliation bill, citing potential job losses, increased electric bills, and cuts to health care and food assistance. He urges state leaders to protect residents from these impacts.

Raleigh's Business Bloom program offers immigrants and new Americans an 8-week business training with mentorship and networking, starting September 8.

North Carolina's NCDHHS assesses the impact of federal funding cuts to Medicaid and SNAP following the U.S. House's approval of the Senate reconciliation bill.

The Gipson Play Plaza, a newly opened 18.5-acre adventure playground, has become a popular family destination in Raleigh, drawing over 100,000 visitors in a month. It features diverse recreations mimicking North Carolina's landscapes.

The Five Points Center for Active Adults in Raleigh offers a 3-month Microsoft Excel training program starting September 9th, covering all skill levels and exam prep.

Raleigh Parks introduced a new mobile pump track at Forest Ridge Park, enhancing outdoor recreation with a modular design that caters to cyclists of all skill levels and can relocate for varied community use.