ALE agents raided a Holly Springs mini‑mart and seized several pounds of marijuana and other items; the store’s owner now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor counts.

A former Beast Industries executive says she was demoted after reporting harassment and fired shortly after returning from maternity leave in a federal lawsuit.

Smithfield police arrested a man accused of sharing videos of sexual abuse of boys ages 9–14. Officers executed a search warrant at a Laurel Drive home and seized electronic devices as the probe continues.

Duke has frozen its SJP chapter after an Instagram flyer using a 1970s Emory Douglas cartoon drew complaints and outside condemnation. The move is an interim step while the university reviews the matter.

Holly Springs unanimously approved new rules for e-bikes and e-motos, authorizing impoundment and fines and planning outreach ahead of a June 1 effective date.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade plans a fourth North Carolina location at 951 Trade St NW in downtown Winston‑Salem, promising arcade games, pizza, a full bar and a large patio. The company is targeting late summer 2026.

A former Benson officer was arrested Wednesday and now faces multiple felony charges as the NC SBI investigates an alleged break-in and sexual assault.

A Chapel Hill restaurateur has been charged with attempted first‑degree murder after court filings allege a violent April incident involving his wife. The case is moving through district court.

A Wake County man was arrested and charged with murder in the October 2024 death of his infant daughter, authorities say.

Apex has a townwide ban on open burning as dry conditions and brush fires rise. State and Wake County orders extend restrictions and spell fines for violators.

Wake County approved schematic design for a new Wendell North Public Safety Station to co-locate EMS and Wendell Fire; construction is planned to start in late 2026.

Sunny and in the mid-80s today with gusty winds and elevated fire danger. Open burning remains banned statewide.

Denver-based Solera Senior Living paid $60 million for Modena Cary and says it will invest in upgrades as it expands in the Triangle market.