Wake County Genealogical Society invites the public to a genealogy event at Laurel Hills Community Center on May 31, where attendees can use digital tools to explore their family history.

A man was critically injured in a Raleigh shooting near North Raleigh Boulevard and New Bern Avenue; the suspect remains at large, with police investigating.

The Town of Garner is accepting nominations until June 30 for the James R. Stevens Service to Garner Award, recognizing long-term community contributors.

Durham residents are experiencing delays in receiving water bills due to vendor issues. The City advises affected customers to call for balance information and has suspended late fees, while encouraging digital billing sign-ups.

Special education teacher Scott Swartzfager in Wake County is charged with assaulting multiple students with disabilities, including five felony counts.

Holding Park Aquatic Center in Wake Forest opens on May 24 with a limited capacity of 200 guests per session, offering affordable entry fees and advising advance online registration.

North Carolina's DHHS takes over Vance County's child welfare services due to concerns about local service efficacy, aiming to improve children's safety and support.

North Carolina will implement a new Transportation Commerce Tax affecting taxi and Uber rides starting July 1, 2025, with rates of 1.5% for solo rides and 1.0% for shared rides.

Raleigh Parks and Raleigh Arts request community input on new public art for River Cane and Neuse River Parks, led by artists Austen Camille and Gabriel Eng-Goetz.

Raleigh updates its Land Development Review Process to streamline permitting and planning, with clearer guidelines and combined reviews to speed up project approvals.

Raleigh's weather forecast includes showers, thunderstorms with an 80% chance of rain and potential fog affecting visibility, with a transition to calmer and partly sunny conditions later in the week.

The Holding Park Aquatic Center in Wake Forest opens on May 24, with different session times and fees for residents and non-residents, and offers a pre-purchase Punch Pass option for multiple visits.

Forest Ridge Park in Raleigh offers paddle tours for those 14 and up, with varying prices for residents and non-residents. No experience is needed, and registration is required. Tours are flexible, with the option to arrange private tours for groups.