Wake County Public Health offices are moving to a new location and will be closed February 16-20, except for prescription pickups. All other services will be suspended during this period. The new facility opens February 23.

UNC will fold six area‑study centers into one umbrella with about $675,000 in funding, prompting faculty protests and a scramble among donors and stakeholders.

Chatham County promotes Carolyn Miller to Deputy County Manager, recognizing her longstanding contributions and leadership within the county government.

Officer Walker was surprised with a party at Athens Drive Magnet High School to honor his positive impact as a School Resource Officer, praised for his mentorship and trusted relations with students.

North Carolina prepares for early voting with more sites and extended hours, aiming to improve voter accessibility for the March 2026 primary elections.

The NC Science Museums Grant Program distributed $2.4 million to 58 state institutions to enhance STEM education, with grants ranging from $11,338 to $75,000.

Governor Josh Stein announces appointments across various North Carolina boards, including leaders like Leah Wong Ashburn and Jimmie Cornell Silver, to address state needs and support community development.

At his State of Cary address Mayor Weinbrecht pledged transparency amid a state audit and outlined housing, downtown and sports plans while investigations continue.

A new initiative by the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs aims to enhance employment for veterans and their spouses through the "Unlock the Veteran and Milspouse Advantage" roadshow.

A suspended Columbia student says Rep. Virginia Foxx 'jawboned' the university into disciplining him and has filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation and First Amendment harms.

An appeals court heard arguments on Feb. 10 in Gov. Josh Stein's challenge to a late‑2024 law that would move control of the State Board of Elections to the state auditor. The outcome could reshape how North Carolina runs and certifies votes.

Wake County’s safety committee will review cameras, fencing, weapons-detection and a district security center after trustees moved $10M toward security. Officials say specific spending choices are still pending.

Raleigh Water has received the highest credit ratings from Moody’s and S&P for its financial prudence, enabling low-interest loans for infrastructure projects.