Carrboro Police invite the community to National Night Out on Aug. 5, offering food, fun, and a chance to foster better relations with law enforcement.

The NWS in Raleigh warns of high heat index values of 102-107 degrees, urging precautions during the heat wave and possible thunderstorms in central North Carolina.

Fuquay-Varina Police officers were recognized for achievements in advanced training, including certificates from NC Education and Standards Commission and NC Justice Academy, evidencing their commitment to professional development.

Senior Member Grey Holloman retired from the Durham Fire Department after 39 years, leaving a legacy of dedication as highlighted in a Facebook post and the Bull City’s Bravest Podcast.

The Fayetteville Police seek public help to identify a deceased elderly woman to notify her family for final rites. She's described as possibly American Indian or Hispanic, over 65, with distinct physical features. No foul play is suspected.

The Fuquay-Varina Police Department started its Junior Police Academy, educating kids about law enforcement with a focus on traffic laws and procedures.

Wake County conducts biannual inspections of manufactured home communities to ensure residents' health and safety, with septic systems checked quarterly.

The Cary Fire Department introduced Camp Ignite 2025, an all-female fire camp to encourage young women's interest in firefighting, in collaboration with local fire departments.

Cary Police issued tips on social media to prevent vehicle break-ins, urging residents to lock doors, remove valuables, and report suspicious activity.

Durham Police highlight an unsolved 2020 homicide of Russell James Dukes Jr., urging public help to find the shooter. Dukes was shot inside a car on Leon Street.

Nhoan Kopa was found dead in Greensboro; her son, Jut Kopa, was charged with her murder, and police are investigating without seeking further suspects.

North Carolina AG Jeff Jackson, with attorneys general from 24 states, sued the federal government over the withholding of $6.8 billion in educational funds, risking $165 million and nearly 1,000 teaching jobs in NC.

Governor Josh Stein visited Asheville Regional Airport, promoting the "Rediscover the Unforgettable" campaign to encourage tourism in Western North Carolina post-Hurricane Helene.