Taylor Street Park Sprayground is closing for upgrades on June 23-24, including a new control system and water features, and will reopen on June 25 at 10 a.m.

The National Weather Service in Raleigh forecasts stormy weather for central North Carolina, with potential severe conditions and heavy rainfall ahead.

Wake Forest Police seek public assistance in locating Serena Marie Hoover, a 41-year-old missing woman with cognitive impairment, last seen on June 3.

Carrboro declares June 6 Gun Violence Awareness Day, with Mayor Foushee advocating for gun safety laws and education, and community involvement through wearing orange.

Raleigh's Gipson Play Plaza integrates play with environmental strategy, featuring a water management stream and permeable surfaces to reduce urban runoff and improve water quality, demonstrating the city's investment in sustainable infrastructure.

Wake Forest will participate in the Local Government Career Expo at the UNC Friday Center on June 7, where job seekers can explore various careers and network with professionals.

67 students from North Carolina are set to participate in the National History Day Contest in Maryland after excelling in the state-level competition.

Amazon plans to invest $10 billion in North Carolina for an AI and cloud computing campus, expected to create 500 jobs, as announced by Governor Stein.

Walnut Creek Wetland Park offers Out in Nature events for LGBTQ+ in June, featuring professional development and outdoor activities. Open to all, registration is required.

Chatham Community Library will host an event honoring Doc Watson with author Eddie Huffman and musician Riley Baugus on June 21, 2025, featuring a book discussion and live music.

The LGC approved Orange County to issue $378 million in bonds for school and infrastructure improvements, with $125 million for Orange County Schools and $175 million for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.

North Carolina's Governor Josh Stein formed a State Advisory Council on Cannabis to regulate the market, protect minors, and establish a safe, adult market.

The North Carolina OSA reports that $145,000 was spent daily on a Community Care Station in Swannanoa after Hurricane Helene, totaling $27.4M, sparking calls for better oversight.