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
Lifestyle
Raleigh Home with Colonial Charm and Modern Updates Listed for Sale
308 Latimer Road offers walkable access to North Hills amenities in the heart of Raleigh.
Raleigh Homeowner Avoids Propane Shortage After Troubleshooter Intervenes
AmeriGas resolves delivery delays that left David McCool's tank at just 8% capacity during a cold snap.
UNC System Approves First In-State Tuition Hike Since 2017
Tuition to rise 3% for in-state undergrads, more for out-of-state and graduate students
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.
Economics
North Carolina Report Warns Data Centers Could Raise Utility Costs Across Wake County
New statewide study finds electricity demand could jump up to 60% in 15 years, driven largely by data centers with major implications for infrastructure and utility rates.
NC Energy Report Warns of Looming Rate Hikes
Electricity bills could rise 40-60% over next 15 years, state task force finds
RIoT State of the Region: AI, automation make for uncertain economy, opportunities for entrepreneurs
Executive Director Tom Snyder discusses North Carolina's economic outlook and how the state can support entrepreneurship amid technological disruption.
Weather
Morrisville Resident Finds Rabbits Safe After Apartment Fire
Christine Council's pets survived the massive blaze that displaced 70 people.
Tree Collapse Crushes Van, Knocks Out Power in Raleigh
Downed tree blocks Alexander Road, leaves over 100 customers without electricity.
I-440 West Closed in Raleigh After Crash Near Glenwood Avenue
North Carolina Department of Transportation reports road closure until around 11:10 PM
