Wake County closes facilities and alters public service hours due to winter weather, emphasizing community safety and advising residents on personal safety measures.

The North Carolina Department of Insurance saved or recovered $144 million for residents in 2024, an all-time high, including fraud restitution and consumer services.

Raleigh residents experienced a cold morning with high humidity and reduced visibility, followed by clearer skies and moderate winds. Warnings were issued for icy roads after a wintry mix, with a stable weather pattern expected for the coming days.

Mary Accardi received the "Unsung Hero" award from NC Lawyers Weekly for her work at Campbell Law and Jessica Dry was also recognized for her dedication to client services.

Campbell Law Alumni Association will host an online CLE session on February 4 to discuss evidence spoliation and AI in law, with free access for its community and a $50 fee for others.

Raleigh's Laurel Hills Community Center hosts a family-friendly Red Carpet Dance event for kids and guardians, featuring dancing, hors d'oeuvres, and door prizes.

NCDOT deploys 1,900 trucks with salt to prepare for winter storms, prioritizing high-volume roads and Raleigh brines 840 miles of roadways to prevent ice.

A Raleigh man was arrested for a hit-and-run that killed a 71-year-old pedestrian; he faces multiple charges including felony hit-and-run and misdemeanor death by vehicle.

Raleigh seeks public feedback on expansion plans for the COR Museum, considering whether to extend its current location or relocate. The survey aims to understand community views to inform the museum's future.

Billie Antwan Spencer has been arrested for a series of break-ins at Wake County businesses, facing multiple charges including felony breaking and entering.

The NCDOT warns against non-essential travel due to an incoming winter storm expected to hit North Carolina, emphasizing safety and road clearance efforts.

Jacksonville mourns the death of Dr. W Kenneth Morgan, Sr., a community leader and philanthropist whose service included roles on the City Council, contributions to youth programs, and support of the Caring Community Clinic.

North Carolina declares a state of emergency ahead of a winter storm, with Governor Stein urging residents to prepare for snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The NCDOT is brining roads, and travel is advised against due to expected hazardous conditions.