Wake Forest is updating South Franklin Street with streetlight and utility enhancements, including intermittent lane closures and a multi-use path, aiming for completion by September 2025.

Wake County announces a program to monitor bacteria levels at swimming spots with a color-coded advisory system, signaling safety conditions to the public.

Raleigh, NC, is set for mostly sunny weather with mild temperatures and some windy conditions. Evening temperatures will be cooler. Weekend forecasts are favorable for outdoor activities, but there's a chance of showers on Sunday night and Monday.

Franklin County is planning to invest in local education for the 2025-26 fiscal year, focusing on supporting school systems through budget allocations from the Board of Commissioners and Board of Education.

Wake Forest will celebrate Juneteenth with a two-day event, including food, activities, and historical experiences, starting with a community gathering and ending with a walking parade.

Spencer Pernell has been appointed as Franklin County's new Solid Waste Director, effective May 21, 2025, succeeding the retiring Lee Bodenhamer. Pernell has extensive experience in waste management and public safety.

Raleigh's proposed $1.78 billion FY26 budget avoids tax increases, prioritizes workforce, strategic investments, and includes a significant allocation for capital projects without relying on bond funding.

A fatal three-car crash on Capital Boulevard in Wake Forest left one woman dead and three critically injured. Charges are pending against the man who drove the wrong way.

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Causey settles with Builders Mutual for $39,000 after violations were found, and the company must also refund policyholders and draft a corrective plan.

The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP) for uninsured Hurricane Helene victims in NC is ending on May 31, as announced by U.S. Health and Human Services.

Abbotts Creek Community Center is hosting a "Sea Ya Later Spring" event for kids aged 2-6 on June 4, with marine-themed crafts and games. Registration is required.

Raleigh is preparing a Juneteenth celebration at Chavis Park with free admission, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, crafts, and food trucks.

The NCDOT's reentry program provides job opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals, with support for obtaining essential services like healthcare and ID cards.