PNC and federal data show Raleigh‑Cary leading U.S. metros in hiring through May 2026, even as local home prices cool.

Lennar paid about $6 million for nearly 40 acres in East Raleigh and plans roughly 200 townhomes, joining a wave of new housing planned across the area.

Raleigh will top out near 97F today; triple-digit heat arrives ThursdayFriday with heat indices potentially topping 104F. Watch for Canadian wildfire smoke and weekend storms.

Frito-Lay will move warehouse operations at its Raleigh distribution site to an external logistics provider, affecting roughly 65 local jobs. The change is slated for early September and WARN notices are being issued.

A Jacksonville woman was arrested after authorities say a 4-year-old was found alone in unsanitary, potentially dangerous conditions, including access to fire hazards. Charging documents list child‑abuse and related counts.

A massive hole dug overnight at Sunset Beach forced town crews to bring in a backhoe; police say the stunt broke town rules and posed hazards to people and turtles.

A Brunswick County arrest order was issued after Jennifer "Jen" Belichick missed a court date tied to a May speeding stop. The citation alleges she was driving 88 mph in a 70-mph zone.

A published 4th Circuit opinion says CBP officers may manually inspect phones at U.S. ports of entry without a warrant, while forensic extractions remain limited. The ruling will bind courts across the circuit.

An Orange County judge dismissed a suit blaming Chapel Hill for a 2023 NC‑54 pedestrian death, leaving NCDOT crews to deliver the long‑planned signalized crossings. The decision highlights how state control of highways limits municipal authority.

Sushi Mon chef Chris Lee has opened Monya Ramen next door in Glenwood Place. The shop sold 400 $1 bowls during a soft launch and now serves three ramen bowls and small plates.

A toddler was found unharmed after Valdosta police forced entry into a Mack Drive home; two adults were found dead in an apparent murder‑suicide.

Sen. Woodson Bradley is drafting a domestic violence offender registry after a fatal Pineville case and says she’s using Tennessee’s new system as a model. Lawmakers will debate scope and safeguards.

Sen. Sophia Chitlik joined her husband in lobbying for American Efficient in 2024 while FERC later ordered $722M in penalties; state disclosure and donation rules are now in focus.