The newly elected Raleigh City Council, including Mayor Janet Cowell, was inaugurated at a public ceremony with cultural displays, and will hold its first session today.

Durham spotlights diversity efforts in its Police and Fire Departments, discussing recruitment strategies to align workforce with community demographics on "City Life."

Raleigh names Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua as its first Director of Equity and Inclusion, emphasizing the city's commitment to diversity and equitable community development.

Wake County Animal Center reduces adoption fees in "Home for the Holidays" campaign to find homes for pets with $25 for dogs and $5 for cats from Dec. 1-22.

The California Department of Revenue has announced a slight decrease in the motor fuels and alternative fuels excise tax rate, set to take effect on January 1, 2025.

Governor Roy Cooper appoints individuals to various North Carolina state boards and commissions, promising diverse expertise and a commitment to representing state interests.

The Raleigh City Council's swearing-in ceremony will take place on Dec. 2, featuring newly elected members and a reception with North Carolina Symphony musicians.

Logistics company RXO is expanding in Charlotte, creating 216 jobs and investing $13.7M, as announced by Governor Cooper. The expansion is supported by the JDIG, which could reimburse RXO up to $1.6M over 12 years.

David McCarthy has been promoted to Judicial District Manager for District 2 by the Department of Adult Correction, overseeing Community Supervision in five North Carolina counties.

Provalus is setting up a new IT center of excellence in Wilkes County, creating 150 jobs and investing $1.05 million, with support from the One North Carolina Fund.

Raleigh welcomes a new City Council with a public swearing-in on December 2, livestreamed online. Mayor Cowell and others will take office with a ceremony at Meymandi Concert Hall followed by a reception with music.

Wake Forest's Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department offers a free "Evening Holiday Walk" at E. Carroll Joyner Park from Dec. 7-29, featuring lights and a 20-foot Christmas tree.

Two turkeys, Ethel and Bertha, were pardoned by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper in an annual tradition, while community leaders noted the significance of turkey farming in the state.