Feb. 25, 2026
Craven County Sheriff Warns of Phishing Scam Targeting New Bern Permit Applicants
Scammers are sending fake invoices with city logos and employee names demanding wire transfers, authorities say.
Feb. 25, 2026
North Carolina AG Sues Wedding Photographer Over Alleged Fraud
Hundreds of couples claim they paid thousands but never received photos or refunds
Feb. 24, 2026
Woman Loses Facebook Business Account to Impersonator
Laura Stotts' Diary of Abandonment page was hacked and taken over by a person posing as a social media influencer.
Feb. 24, 2026
North Carolina AG Sues Raleigh Photography Company Over $750,000 in Alleged Fraud
Holly Christina Photography accused of defrauding newlywed and engaged couples by failing to provide services or refunds
Feb. 22, 2026
Wilmington Takes Media Mailbox Offline Amid Cyberattacks
City conducts security review as neighboring communities face rising cybercrime.
Feb. 20, 2026
Wedding Photographer Abruptly Shuts Down, Leaving Over 100 Couples Out $550,000
Couples file complaints with Department of Justice as refund questions mount
Feb. 13, 2026
Raleigh Cops Criticized for Federal Forfeiture Funds
Equitable sharing program allows police to seize cash and property without criminal convictions, sparking debate over reform.
Feb. 13, 2026
North Carolina Man Faces Over 50 Charges After Multi-Day Crime Spree
Suspect arrested after chase in stolen vehicle, linked to burglary, fraud, and theft across multiple jurisdictions
Feb. 11, 2026
North Carolina Executive Pleads Guilty to Rigging $8M in Military Contracts
Thomas C. Rollins faces up to 10 years in prison for coordinating bids with competitors to eliminate competition
Feb. 10, 2026
North Carolina Company President Pleads Guilty to $8.5M Military Contract Bid-Rigging Scheme
Thomas C. Rollins admitted to conspiring with others to rig bids for maintenance, repair, and operations contracts affecting U.S. military installations.
