Garner Police Chief Lorie Smith plans to retire in May after a 30-year career, having held the department's top ranks, including its first female chief.

Wake County Public Libraries partners with Advance Community Health to offer free health screenings at 11 libraries from April to August as part of a community health initiative.

Scientists and engineers in Durham will assess local creeks' health from April 2 to May 31 as part of the Southeast Durham Watershed Improvement Plan.

North Carolina officials encourage state employers to hire veterans and aim for the HIRE Vets Medallion Award, with a deadline to apply by April 30, 2025.

The National Weather Service forecasts a mostly sunny day for Raleigh, NC, with a high near 69°F and gusty winds, followed by a partly cloudy evening with temperatures in the low 40s.

North Carolina is distributing oral rabies vaccines to wildlife to prevent the disease's spread, with operations beginning April 2, 2025, across 17 counties.

Summer Espinosa was honored as the NCCAT 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year for her outstanding work as a kindergarten teacher.

The NC State Board of Elections will meet remotely on April 3, 2025, discussing ethics, agency duties, county board vacancies, and campaign finance penalty waivers. Public can join via Webex or phone.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has declared April Sexual Assault Awareness Month, urging support for survivors and advancing efforts to address the issue.

North Carolina is preparing for "Two Lights for Tomorrow" on April 18, 2025, to reflect and unify before America's 250th independence anniversary, echoing Paul Revere's ride.

The Triangle Expressway in North Carolina has significantly reduced commute times in six months since its extension opened, with approximately 76,000 vehicles using it daily.

Kathryn Rhodes is appointed as Judicial District Manager to lead community supervision in Judicial District 29, recognized for her 24 years of service and leadership in the NCDAC.

Lithium-ion batteries pose fire risks at disposal sites; proper recycling is crucial for safety and resource recovery, with incentives offered by some North Carolina facilities.