The North Carolina Department of Insurance received the Wellbeing First Champion for 2024 award from ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare for promoting healthcare worker wellness.

A high-speed chase initiated by a car theft in Roxboro ended with a crash, leaving one teen critical and six others injured. The driver, Jamere Jones, faces charges including possession of a stolen vehicle.

After almost 30 years, a suspect has been arrested in the 1998 cold case stabbing death of Bernard Walker in Raleigh, aided by advancements in forensic technology.

North Carolina's Trails Committee has awarded over $1.24 million in federal grants for 18 trail-related projects, including access points on Haw and Yadkin River trails.

NCDHHS has allocated $20 million to a new program offering compassionate mental health crisis transport, aiming to replace police car transfers with a less traumatic option.

Michael Lynn Russell from Fuquay-Varina was sentenced to 10 years for methamphetamine trafficking after pleading guilty and being caught in a collaborative law enforcement operation.

The City of Raleigh announces office closures and service adjustments for the Christmas holiday, including changes to waste collection and public transit schedules. Emergency services remain available.

Alexandra Gutierrez becomes Raleigh's new safety chief, as the city's fire department addresses cancer risks among firefighters, space heater hazards, and contamination prevention for firefighters' gear.

Raleigh's Capture It! Stormwater Arts Contest offers students a chance to win $500 while raising awareness about water pollution through artwork and videos.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation offers nature classes for 3-7 year-olds, featuring storytelling, crafts, and nature walks. An adult must attend; strollers aren't advised. Pre-registration and a $4 fee are required for the educational programs.

Chatham County Public Libraries invite adults to join the Adult Winter Reading BINGO Challenge, offering a chance to win a grand prize from December 20, 2024, to February 15, 2025.

Chatham County Manager, Dan LaMontagne, received the Old North State Award from Governor Roy Cooper for his over two decades of service, shortly before retiring.

The Raleigh weather forecast indicates a mix of clouds and sun with occasional showers, a cooler weekend ahead, and sunny early weekdays. Christmas may see 54°F under cloudy skies, with rain chances returning midweek.