Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina commuted the sentences of six people and pardoned nine others, amidst discussions on the death penalty following President Biden's commutations.

A man was hospitalized and another arrested after a Christmas Eve stabbing in south Raleigh, where Omar Satiel Rodrigo-Ramirez faces charges including felony assault.

Raleigh, NC, had a sunny Christmas with a high near 51°F, while the following days will see mostly sunny weather with a chance of rain increasing over the weekend.

Chatham Soil & Water Conservation District launches “Wetlands are Wonderful” themed poster and essay contests for students to express the importance of wetlands.

The Chatham County Board of Commissioners approved a new Capital Improvement Program for 2026-2032, including key projects like school roof replacements and park reconstruction.

A brawl broke out among 20 girls at Raleigh's Holly Hill Hospital, prompting police intervention and hospitalization of six for observation. No serious injuries or arrests were reported at the psychiatric facility.

A Raleigh man, Reginald Epps, won a $633,202 jackpot from the North Carolina Cash 5 lottery with a $1 ticket from Rose Mart. He took home $452,741 after taxes.

Talvin Lamar Brandon was sentenced to eight years for armed drug trafficking, after a guilty plea and a July incident where he fled a traffic stop, discarding cocaine.

Two men were arrested for trespassing and resisting officers after jumping from a crane at a Raleigh construction site. They parachuted onto City Hall's parking deck and are being investigated.

The North Carolina OSFM issued guidance for installing FEMA's temporary housing for those displaced by Hurricane Helene to ensure safety and compliance with building codes.

NC Governor Roy Cooper grants clemency to 15 individuals, including six commutations and nine pardons, as part of his commitment to criminal justice reform.

NC Governor Cooper and Governor-elect Stein sue over a bill allowing the State Auditor more control over election board appointments, claiming it's unconstitutional.

The NWS reports overcast weather in Raleigh, with a current temperature of 37°F and predicts mostly sunny days ahead, with mild temperatures and possible showers by the weekend.