N.C. Department of Revenue waives certain penalties for late filing and payments until Sept. 25, 2025, following Hurricane Helene and IRS deadline extensions.

North Carolina state parks will increase fees for campgrounds and reservoir entrances starting May 1, 2025, to reflect market conditions and cover rising maintenance costs.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced $25,000 rewards for information leading to arrests in Guilford County homicides of John Boone and Jakaylen Chambers.

The NCDHHS emphasized the importance of environmental health for North Carolinians' welfare on Earth Day, highlighting its programs and the threat of losing federal funding.

NC Health Secretary Dev Sangvai highlighted the impact of staff shortages and the need for technology updates at Cherry Hospital, facing a 21% staff vacancy.

North Carolina gaming store owner Garrett T. Steedly pleaded guilty to embezzling $190,000 in state taxes, receiving suspended sentence and probation.

Foothills Community School in Marion, NC, won a $1,000 grant for STEM education from the NLGA Lt. Governors STEM Scholarship Program, with plans to use the funds for Vex Robots and other resources.

Zebulon Town Manager Gilbert Todd Jr. abruptly resigned due to ethical concerns during a meeting. The Board of Commissioners disputes his claims and plans to hire an interim replacement.

Chris Adams is named interim police chief of Garner PD starting April 26, following Chief Smith's retirement. Adams has 26 years in policing and aims to maintain the department's stability and community trust.

Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt started a "Future-Ready Child Care Tour" in North Carolina, visiting Charlotte's LeafSpring School to seek solutions for the child care crisis.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declares April Child Abuse Prevention Month, highlighting efforts to protect children and supporting Children's Advocacy Centers with new budget initiatives for parenting education.

Governor Josh Stein announces a new Gillespie Precast manufacturing plant in Randolph County, expected to create 39 jobs and invest $10 million in Asheboro, North Carolina.

NC State Board of Elections was awarded a Clearinghouse Award by the EAC for their response to Hurricane Helene, ensuring uninterrupted voting during the disaster.