North Carolina Bolsters Disaster Response Capabilities with $1.1M Federal Grant for Advanced Drone Program
North Carolina's Division of Aviation received a federal grant to develop a drone program for disaster response, including 'drone-in-a-box' technology for rapid assessment and supply delivery.
Milling and Paving Alert as Commuters Face Potential Delays in Carrboro on E. Winmore Avenue
Carrboro commuters should expect delays on E. Winmore Avenue due to milling and paving starting 7:30 a.m. on Dec. 18. The town advises caution and patience.
North Carolina Accelerates EV Infrastructure with 41 New Charging Stations Under NEVI Program
North Carolina's Department of Transportation has released a map showing proposed locations for new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations as part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program.
Overnight Closures Scheduled for I-40 West in Wake County Due to Bridge Work
I-40 West in Wake County will be closed overnight from Dec 15-19 for bridge work. A detour will be provided via U.S. 70 and N.C. 42. The schedule might change due to weather.
Early Birds Beware as Major Concrete Pour is Set to Stir Wake Forest at Dawn on Dec 17-18
Wake Forest advises of early morning concrete pours scheduled for December 17 and 18, likely causing increased traffic and noise near the Jones Dairy Storage site.
Rush Hour Collision Causes Delays on Southbound Capital Boulevard/US 1 in Wake Forest
A three-vehicle crash caused significant delays on southbound Capital Boulevard/US 1. No serious injuries occurred, and traffic returned to normal after the scene was cleared.
NCDOT Partners with Military on Base Road Projects to Support Hurricane Recovery and Emergency Preparedness in NC
NCDOT collaborates on military base roadwork, aids in Hurricane Helene recovery, conducts emergency response drills, and honors road fatality victims with a “Tree of Life” ceremony.
Jacksonville Transit Sets New Diversity Goal, Invites Community to Participate in Transportation Open House
Jacksonville Transit aims for a 1.70% DBE goal in federal contracts to support disadvantaged businesses from 2025 to 2027, with a public meeting scheduled on December 18, 2024, for community engagement.
Raleigh Enhances Digital Equity with Accessibility Tools on City Website
Raleigh, NC enhances its website accessibility with UserWay widget, offering tools for reading assistance, dyslexia-friendly fonts, color contrast adjustment, and multi-language translation to ensure all users can easily navigate the site.
Raleigh's North Carolina 42 to Gain New Lane and Traffic Improvements in $4.5M Upgrade Plan
The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to add lanes and improve infrastructure on N.C. 42, with work beginning in Spring 2025 and set for completion in late Spring 2026.
Newly Formed University Transportation Center Poised to Elevate North Carolina's Air Mobility and Drone Innovation
North Carolina's Department of Transportation partners with state universities to form the University Transportation Center of Excellence, aiming to advance air mobility and drone innovation for transportation systems.
Overnight I-40 East Closures in Wake County Starting Sunday, Bay Area Motorists Urged to Plan Detours
Interstate 40 in Wake County will have nightly closures for bridge work, starting Sunday, affecting eastbound lanes and requiring a detour via U.S. 70 and N.C. 42.
North Carolina Drivers to Save Big: NC Quick Pass Toll Discount Jumps to 50% in 2025
Starting January 1, 2025, NC Quick Pass users will receive a 50% toll discount, with new incentives to encourage electronic tolling sign-ups, including a simplified account option and easier access to transponders.












