A new Americans for Financial Reform study says Wells Fargo denied Black, Latino and Asian mortgage applicants in Charlotte at much higher rates than white applicants between 2020–2024.

Lee County deputies say a 62-year-old man fired a shotgun inside a Sanford-area home, fled on a riding mower and was arrested; the occupants were not hit.

Orange County DA Jeff Nieman said he won't seek the death penalty in the case of Matthew Vukmer, charged in the March 6 fatal stabbing of his longtime housekeeper.

Progress at the Blue Ridge Road underpass has shifted from bridge building to deep excavation and track work; NCDOT plans a track switch by September 2026 and a 2027 State Fair opening.

A $100M Life Time Living tower is poised to break ground at The Exchange Raleigh, pairing an 80,000‑sq‑ft Life Time club and rooftop beach club with about 250 luxury rental units.

A Texas investor paid about $20M for a fully leased industrial building near RDU that houses local tenant Storr Office Environments and reflects strong industrial demand.

NC State Police are investigating a reported rape at Bragaw Hall after a student reported an assault on April 19. The university's WolfAlert says a suspect has been identified but not arrested.

Residents at Maria Parham Apartments say the elevator has been out for days; the N.C. Department of Labor confirmed a complaint and repairs are underway.

The Department of Justice awarded North Carolina more than $2 million to speed testing of sexual-assault kits and guard against future backlogs. Officials say the money will boost lab capacity, investigations and victim services.

A newly published video appears to show an argument that ends in a deadly shooting at a Raleigh apartment complex. Authorities are asking anyone with footage or tips to come forward.

Chatham County is reviewing Pittsboro's Flock Safety license‑plate cameras after an April 13 presentation exposed lingering privacy and data‑sharing concerns. Officials want clearer audit and contract rules before deciding next steps.

Ridership on Raleigh’s downtown R‑Line has dropped sharply; transit officials are weighing cuts or a reconfiguration.

Superintendent Robert Taylor's draft budget includes about $5.2M in targeted reductions as the district waits on uncertain state aid; the school board will hold a public hearing Tuesday.