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
Health
Opioid Overdoses, Fentanyl Deaths Decrease in North Carolina Triangle
Two-year decline in emergency department visits and fatalities linked to state's use of opioid settlement funds
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.
Crime
Durham Man Sentenced for Cyberstalking Gay Men
David Ryan Winters received 3 years in federal prison for harassing and threatening LGBTQIA+ victims in the Triangle area.
Man Turns Himself In for Indecent Exposure Incident at Raleigh Park
23-year-old Moses Pressley charged after reporting to police about February 16 incident in Biltmore Hills Park
Raleigh Police Foundation shares damaged equipment after shootout
Two officers were injured but able to go home thanks to protective gear
Lifestyle
Thomas Ausenbaugh, 65, of Kuttawa, Passes Away
Longtime construction worker and union member remembered for his dedication, love of family, and adventurous spirit.
Grandfather Undergoes Blepharoplasty to Boost Confidence
John Fleming, 56, paid $5,000 for the eye surgery and says recovery wasn't painful, with people saying he looks more rested.
Wake County EMS Enhances 911 Response Strategies for 2026
New call sorting methods and reduced use of lights and sirens aim to improve emergency response as the county grows.
Politics
Threats Against North Carolina Lawmakers Increase
Security concerns rise after armed intrusion at Mar-a-Lago, prompting state to boost funding for legislative protection
Iranians in Raleigh hold car rally to urge US action
Protesters call for end to Iranian regime during demonstration in North Carolina capital
Six Candidates Vie for Two Raleigh City Council Seats
Clark Rinehart among those running for at-large positions
