Lt. Blackburn of the Wake County Sheriff's Office was lauded for completing the AOMP at NC State University, which provides leadership skills for public safety professionals.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections is working to verify voter citizenship by using the SAVE database from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

CITEL America, Inc. will relocate its North American operations to Hillsborough, Orange County, creating 57 jobs and investing $12.5 million, following collaborative discussions at the Paris Air Show.

Eddie M. Buffaloe, Jr. joins the Raleigh Police Department as Deputy Chief for the Administrative Services Division after a diverse career including roles as NC DPS Secretary and city manager.

Governor Josh Stein announces $500,000 for winterizing homes in Western North Carolina damaged by Hurricane Helene, through GROW NC and NC Emergency Management.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections certified most 2025 municipal election results, with two Harrellsville races under review. The elections had varying voter turnouts, and post-election audits confirmed the accuracy of the results.

Environmental Air Systems will expand operations in Randolph County, North Carolina, adding 300 jobs and investing $20 million, benefiting from collaboration with local education and supported by a potential JDIG grant.

North Carolina remains the only state that failed to pass its budget for the 2025 biennium, drawing criticism from the John Locke Foundation and Governor Josh Stein, who urge the General Assembly to act.

North Carolina state employees completed the OSBM's Performance Management Academy Foundations course, enhancing their skills in evidence-based policy implementation.

The NC Board of Elections is sending out a second round of "Registration Repair" letters to voters with incomplete registrations to satisfy a legal settlement and ensure integrity in future elections.

Two Fuquay-Varina Police officers graduated from the Leadership Institute, providing them with advanced knowledge for law enforcement leadership. The department shared their pride on Facebook.

Sergeant S. Kooiker of the Rolesville Police completed the NC Justice Academy Leadership Institute program, receiving recognition from his department.

Raleigh Police conducted a DWI patrol along New Bern Avenue, resulting in 20 DWI arrests, 142 charges, and the seizure of two vehicles and a firearm. This initiative is part of their holiday safety efforts.