North Carolina Lowers Flags to Honor Fallen Trooper
Master Trooper Steven J. Perry died in the line of duty on March 1
Duke Dominates Rival North Carolina 76-61
Metropolitan AME pastor pens book exploring ancestors' role in civic engagement
Crime
NC State Trooper Killed in Wrong-Way Durham Freeway Crash
Two people died in the early Sunday morning incident on N.C. 147.

Three Trapped in Durham Crash Involving State Trooper
Early morning multi-vehicle collision on Durham Freeway leaves victims pinned in vehicles
Crystal Mangum, Duke Lacrosse False Accuser, Released from Prison
Mangum served time for murder conviction after falsely accusing Duke lacrosse players of rape
Lifestyle
Expert Shares Tips for Removing Invasive Plants Around Shrubs
Landscape designer offers advice on tackling overgrowth without damaging roots

Four Durham Restaurants Earn Michelin Nod, Bringing New Business and Scrutiny
Chefs and managers say Michelin recognition has boosted customer traffic but also raised expectations.
North Carolina Leaders Discuss 'Child-Care Crisis'
Childcare costs more than in-state college tuition, as state sees record loss of licensed programs.
Sports
North Carolina star Caleb Wilson out for season with injury
Tar Heels lose high-lottery NBA prospect for ACC Tournament and March Madness

How to Live Stream Champ Week 2026: NCAA Basketball TV Schedule
Conference tournaments across the country are underway as teams battle for automatic bids to the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
No. 1 Duke Defeats Rival North Carolina 76-61
Cameron Boozer's double-double powers Blue Devils over 17th-ranked Tar Heels
Politics
Progressive challenger concedes narrow North Carolina congressional primary battle
Nida Allam loses by 1% to incumbent Rep. Valerie Foushee in high-profile Democratic primary

NC Primary: Sanders-Backed Allam Challenges Incumbent Foushee in Key Dem Race
Voters in North Carolina's 4th congressional district will choose between progressive challenger Nida Allam and incumbent Rep. Valerie Foushee.
Rep. Foushee Condemns U.S. Strikes on Iran, Reaffirms Support for Bipartisan War Powers Resolution
Congresswoman Valerie Foushee calls for de-escalation and reaffirms support for bipartisan legislation to limit presidential war powers.
Health
Pfizer-backed Priovant Wins FDA Priority Review
Priovant's skin disorder therapy gets accelerated review timeline from the FDA.

North Carolina Considers Expanding Involuntary Outpatient Commitment
Experts argue involuntary outpatient care could help prevent tragedies like the recent murders of Iryna Zarutska and Zoe Welsh.
Large Study Finds No Link Between mRNA COVID Vaccine in Pregnancy and Autism
New research provides reassurance to expectant mothers about the long-term health impacts of maternal vaccination.