A 24-year-old man named Amani King was shot dead at The Churchill Apartments in Durham; no suspects have been identified while the investigation continues.

North Carolina officials promote summer driving safety and warn against heatstroke risks in vehicles during peak vacation season.

Raleigh's city offices will close on July 4 for Independence Day, but emergency services will remain available. Trash collection will be delayed by one day, with Friday’s pickup shifted to Saturday. The Yard Waste Center will also be closed.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein urges the state's congress members to vote against a Senate budget reconciliation bill, citing potential negative impacts including loss of health insurance for 520,000 residents and increased costs.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina initiates the annual Governor's School Supply Drive with the support of educators and SECU, aiming to equip classrooms with necessary supplies.

Chatham County will host a Career Connect Hiring & Resource Expo on July 31, 2025, offering job readiness activities and opportunities to meet with potential employers.

North Carolina auto insurance laws have changed, increasing minimum liability limits and adjusting surcharges for new drivers and points for moving violations.

A sinkhole on East Juniper Avenue in Wake Forest has caused road closures between Meadowgrass Lane and Wildflower Ridge Road, with detours in place and repair work scheduled to begin July 1st.

Raleigh faces dense fog causing poor visibility; NWS has issued a Special Weather Statement. The fog is expected to clear with sunny and potentially hot days ahead, but thunderstorms may develop by midweek.

Governor Stein of North Carolina signed 15 new bills targeting employment, education, and childcare, including of note, Senate Bill 124 for non-degree job opportunities, and House Bill 959 for cell phone-free classrooms.

Raleigh Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage on July 4; collections will occur on July 5 instead, and the Yard Waste Center will also be closed on the holiday. Residents are encouraged to use the Raleigh Reuse App for reminders.

Wake Forest introduces the History Exchange, an interactive platform inviting community contributions to preserve and share the town's diverse history.

The Cardinal Track Club will host its "Four on the Fourth" road race in Carrboro on July 4th, supporting local runners and charities. Traffic delays are expected.