Raleigh's 2025 Tree of the Year is a Dawn Redwood located at 5014 Dunbar Road, chosen by popular vote and known for its towering height and feathery foliage.

Carrboro hosts Mental Health Mondays in May with discussions, activities, and refreshments at the Drakeford Library, including topics like diversion programs, CIT roles, and self-care.

A mother and daughter were safely found after a reported kidnapping in Garner, following an armed break-in where suspects demanded $1 million. They were discovered in Wake Forest and the suspects remain unidentified.

Governor Josh Stein announces a $55 million grant program to aid small businesses and infrastructural recovery in western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene.

Wake Forest Power restored power by 10:40 am after a downtown outage affecting 77 customers. The cause remains unclear, with residents advised to use online reporting tools.

Raleigh Yard Waste Center offers free organic mulch from April 22 to May 10 in celebration of Earth Day and Compost Awareness, available for residents and businesses.

The Rethink Education Facilitator Badge program in North Carolina is enhancing student achievement through blended learning professional development for educators.

Raleigh begins construction of Parkside Apartments, an affordable housing project aimed to ease the city's housing crisis, with 144 units designated for families of various incomes and individuals with disabilities.

Recycled plastic bottles can be transformed into synthetic fibers for clothing and car interiors at Unifi's facilities after processing at Raleigh's Sonoco Materials Recovery Facility.

Raleigh student artists display their interpretations of environmental issues at the Capture It! Stormwater Art Gallery event on May 3 at the Pullen Arts Center.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina expressed support for law enforcement at the NC Sheriffs' Association meeting and outlined new budget provisions for public safety, including salary increases, a Cold Case Unit, and a Fentanyl Control Unit.

The NWS predicts sunny, warm days ahead for North Carolina, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms midweek and possible storms over the weekend. No hazardous weather is expected today.

Sertoma Arts Center in Raleigh announces art classes for various age groups, including drawing, beading, and metals work, with specific details on dates, times, and fees.