Crash Closes Major Raleigh Road, Cause Under Investigation
Emergency crews work to free trapped person after collision on Creedmoor Road.
North Carolina Gas Prices Surge 80 Cents in a Month
NC State Faces Texas in NCAA Tournament First Four
Automotive
Auction Direct USA Offers Quick and Affordable Windshield Wiper Replacement
Raleigh dealership provides professional wiper blade installation to improve visibility and driving safety.

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.
Health
Federal Report Finds Higher Cancer Rates Among Poe Hall Employees
NIOSH investigation confirms presence of PCBs, but stops short of directly linking to cancer cases

North Carolina Launches 988 Crisis Response Pilot in Raleigh
New dispatch platform connects 988 counselors to mobile crisis teams to speed up responses and reduce police involvement.
Warming Climate Extends Allergy Season in North Carolina
Longer growing seasons mean more pollen, worse symptoms for Triangle residents
Crime
Raleigh Sports Bar Loses Permits After Multiple Shootings
North Carolina ABC Commission suspends Touchdown Sports Bar's operating permits following a series of violent incidents.

Austin Thompson Transferred to New Prison Amid Civil Trial
Convicted Hedingham mass shooter moves to avoid questions in upcoming civil case.
Iryna's Law Brings Tougher Pretrial Rules, Bail Ban to Wake County Courts
New legislation aims to address mental health issues and public safety concerns in the criminal justice system.
Politics
North Carolina Republicans Accused of Lowering Education Standards
Carolina Forward analyst argues GOP betrayed promises to 'fix' schools by reducing requirements and admissions criteria.

North Carolina Governor Highlights Native Contributions at Unity Conference
Event returned after Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina gained federal recognition in December 2025
North Carolina Lawmakers Aim to Overhaul Senior Property Tax Relief Programs
Proposed reforms would increase income limits and ease eligibility requirements to help more homeowners on fixed incomes.
Economics
Home Relistings Surge to Record Highs
What the spring housing market resurgence means for buyers and sellers

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