Automotive
North Carolina DMV Expands Self-Service Kiosks Across the State
New kiosks added in Raleigh, Apex, Wake Forest, and Fayetteville
Pothole on I-440 in Raleigh Damages 20 Cars
NCDOT crews worked overnight to repair the damaged stretch of highway.
Tidal Wave Auto Spa Expands with New Locations in Raleigh and Shawnee
Fifth-largest conveyor car wash company celebrates grand openings with free premium washes for 12 days
Crime
Four arrested in North Carolina theft ring
Suspects charged with stealing bikes, cars, and construction equipment across the state
Woman Arrested for Unlicensed Dental Procedures to Appear in Court
Raleigh resident faces charges for allegedly performing unauthorized orthodontic work.
Wake Forest Man Charged in Cross-County Assault Spree
Suspect arrested after incidents in Wake and Franklin counties
Health
WakeMed Lifts Visitation Restrictions
Children of all ages welcome back in hospital units as respiratory illness declines.
Measles Outbreak Hits North Carolina, Exposures Reported in Raleigh and Johnston
Health officials warn of potential measles exposure at multiple locations in Raleigh and a case reported at a Johnston County hospital.
North Carolina Flu Deaths Surpass 250 This Season
State health officials report 27 more deaths, including two children, in the latest update.
Lifestyle
Best U.S. State Capitals to Live In 2026
WalletHub study ranks state capitals, showcasing Austin and Raleigh as top spots for living well, while Little Rock and Baton Rouge struggle with quality of life issues.
Multiple Shaw University Buildings Fail Fire Inspections
Students question campus conditions as university addresses fire code deficiencies
North Carolina Man Wins $1 Million Christmas Scratch-Off Prize
Ray Abbott's holiday tradition leads to life-changing lottery win.
Weather
Northeast Braces for Another Round of Snow and Bitter Cold
Snow squalls, high winds, and freezing temperatures expected to impact travel in the region
Wake County Schools Delayed Again Due to Ice and Snow
Continued threat of black ice forces 2-hour delay for student and staff safety
Raleigh Secondary Roads Remain Icy on Tuesday
WRAL Storm Tracker reports ongoing hazardous conditions on some local streets.
