Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk will stand trial in the summer of 2028, a Utah judge ruled Monday.
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Sports legends to mythical creatures: Here's a look at new USPS stamp designs for 2027
The U.S. Postal Service on Monday revealed some of its stamp designs being released in 2027.
22 people treated after exposure to unknown white powder at Caldwell County recycling plant
Emergency services assessed 22 patients at the scene and took 14 of them to UNC Caldwell for evaluation. Officials said the patients are in stable condition.
Power wheelchair gives Raleigh 4th grader new freedom at school
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A Raleigh fourth grader has a new way to get around his elementary school. Eliot Barber, who has cerebral palsy, is gaining independence with the help of a power wheelchair and his school physical therapist. Eliot is a natural when it comes to navigation. He enjoys driving his wheelchair down the
Air France flight nearly hits American Airlines plane after taking off from LAX in Los Angeles, California
An Air France flight nearly hit an American Airlines plane after taking off from LAX in Los Angeles, California over the weekend.
Philip Rivers buzz bringing 'new energy' to NC State campus
NC State is targeting former Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers to become its next head football coach, with Rivers publicly acknowledging that discussions have taken place.
New Hill residents complain of foul odor; Town of Apex investigating
APEX, N.C. (WNCN) — People in an area of southwest Wake County are asking, "What's that smell?" They tell CBS 17 it's not the first time their noses have been hit with an unpleasant stench. Now, the town of Apex is looking into it. "It's supposed to be the peak of good living, not the
The US Senate’s 11 Democratic freshmen arrive at the Capitol
WASHINGTON — Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Monday welcomed 11 newly elected Senate Democrats at the U.S. Capitol, following midterm elections in which his party flipped both chambers in Congress. “Last week the American people put Donald Trump and the GOP on blast,” Schumer, a New York Democrat, said on the…
Judge dismisses case from Dolly Parton's manager alleging her nephew threatened her estate
A Tennessee judge on Monday dismissed a case brought by Dolly Parton ’s longtime manager who was seeking an injunction against her nephew and head of security.
Stand Up for Heroes to mark 20 years at Lincoln Center
The 20th annual Stand Up for Heroes, part of the New York Comedy Festival, will take place at Lincoln Center on Monday night.
Apex driver faces 19 charges after deadly cyclist crash
Prosecutors alleged that the 76-year-old man was under the influence Saturday when he drove into a group of 30 cyclists, killing one and injuring 20.
Flu-related deaths rise in NC as state reports 9 deaths, doctors warn peak is still ahead
Health care providers say flu activity continues to climb and has not yet reached its seasonal peak.
Juvenile shot and killed, 17-year-old charged with murder, Wayne County Sheriff's Office says
DUDLEY, N.C. (WNCN) — One juvenile is dead, and another is charged with murder in the case, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a reported shooting in the area of Sandhill Drive shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Friday evening. When they got to the scene, they found a "juvenile victim who
You can support affordable housing in NC by drinking beer
The N.C. Housing Coalition is partnering with Vermont-based Lawson’s Finest Liquids to raise money for affordable housing through the craft brewery’s “Good Brews for a Cause” initiative. The coalition will receive a portion of the sales from every Cosmic Shift IPA — a limited seasonal release brew — sold in North…
From classroom to Congress, Cyril Jefferson is bringing his public service to Washington
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Before Cyril Jefferson ever considered a career in public office, he worked with students whom he believed deserved better than the circumstances they were born into. As a music teacher, he saw students who were academically gifted, ambitious and supported by their families. He also saw others…
Idaho widow says late husband's story of pancreatic cancer saved the man she loved next
An Idaho widow spent years sharing her late husband’s pancreatic cancer story. She believes it’s why the man she loves now survived the same disease.
What We Know About Two Recent ICE Detentions in the Triangle
One prompted a lockdown at a Durham elementary school. The other began with a car crash in Pittsboro. Advocates say neither points to a wider ICE sweep.
Black Friday Deals are already here: How to know whether to buy now or wait
Black Friday deals are already flooding inboxes and websites, but that big discount in your cart may not be as good as it looks.
Darius Rucker in new doc: 'Every time I want to do something, somebody tells me I can't do it'
"I wasn't gonna be the guy who killed Darius Rucker." 😳 "They Called Me Hootie" reveals how Woody Harrelson once saved Rucker's life.
Charlotte turns pathway to new wastewater facility into public art showcase
Murals inspired by the Catawba River aim to connect residents with the major water infrastructure project before the facility opens.
Supreme Court clears the way for border wall construction in Big Bend region of Texas to resume
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in Texas's Big Bend region.
Sigma Nu members ordered out of NC State fraternity house by Tuesday afternoon
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Members of Sigma Nu at North Carolina State University must be out of their fraternity house by 4 p.m. Tuesday. It comes as a criminal investigation into disturbing hazing allegations at the frat continue. Monday afternoon, several students could be seen bringing furniture and other items out of…
Family sues Novant Health for wrongful death after mother's denied surgery
The family of Barbara Washington is suing Novant Health, alleging discrimination led to a denied surgery and the 82-year-old's death.
FBI is investigating a possible killing aboard a cruise ship out of Texas
The FBI is investigating a “suspected homicide” aboard a cruise ship that returned to port after departing from Galveston, Texas.
NC Senate Democratic leader sees a path to bipartisanship next year
Sen. Sydney Batch, a Wake County Democrat and the leader of her caucus in the North Carolina Senate, may have one of the most challenging jobs in the General Assembly next year. She’ll likely be balancing the expectations that come from Democrats being able to pass anything they wish in the House with the reality
When a Freeman Vines Hanging Tree Guitar Goes On Display, Community Care Is Called In
An exhibit at the Gregg Museum of Art this fall features a work by the North Carolina luthier. Displaying the guitar took a conscientious, collaborative process.
Low-level arrests are rising despite national crime declines
Arrests for low-level offenses, including vagrancy and drug possession, increased nationwide in 2025, even as violent crime continued to decline, according to a new analysis of federal data. The analysis, which was released in late October by the criminal justice advocacy organization FWD.us, found that arrests for…
North Carolina’s governor celebrates huge milestone for Meals on Wheels
Gov. Josh Stein was on hand Monday as Meals on Wheels delivered its eight millionth meal in Forsyth County. The recipient was Ben Briggs, a 105-year-old retired science teacher who relies on the nonprofit to deliver meals to his home. In North Carolina 13.9% of seniors, more than 341,000 older adults, face food…
Trump open to immigration deal, calls crackdown ‘too tough,’ despite Miller promotion
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said in an interview that aired Sunday his mass deportation campaign, which helped propel his return to the Oval Office, had gone too far and potentially led to Republicans losing the U.S. House and Senate in the midterm elections. “I think it might be too tough, yeah,” Trump said…
Trump’s DOJ ends California suit over suspected noncitizen voters after midterm losses
The U.S. Department of Justice is dismissing a lawsuit that tried to force California to set aside the ballots of suspected noncitizen voters, marking the formal end of the Trump administration’s most aggressive effort to control vote counting in the lead-up to the midterm elections. The Justice Department filed a…
North Carolina has 2nd worst drivers in the nation, study finds
According to the study from LendingTree, there were 48.1 incidents per 1,000 drivers in North Carolina through this August.
Firefighter hurt, 1 displaced after fire at Durham home on Buchanan Boulevard
A firefighter was injured following a blaze at a home in Durham Sunday, officials said.
Duke Health seeks NCDHHS approval to develop $575 million hospital at RTP
Duke University Health System, Inc. is seeking approval from the state to develop a hospital at Research Triangle Park, officials said Friday.
NC gas stations suspected of not passing on tax savings to drivers contacted by NCAG
Gas stations suspected of not passing along tax saving to drivers have been contacted by the North Carolina Attorney General's Office, officials said Friday.
Durham School Board Reconsiders ‘Rightsizing and Consolidation’ Study
The board delayed hiring a consulting firm by two weeks amid concerns about community engagement and the company’s ties to charter schools.
Wake Schools Will Work With Staffing Agency to Hire Special Education Teachers
At a work session Wednesday, school board members heard updates on staffing and the rollout of a new regional model for special education services.
Fiction Kitchen, a Beloved Vegan Outpost in Raleigh, Will Close Its Doors
In an announcement post, owners Carolina Morrison and Siobhan Southern cited “a slower economy,” alongside other concerns, as reasons for the restaurant’s closure.
How Durham Poet Crystal Simone Smith Finds the Art in What Has Been Left Out
At a historic house in Hillsborough, unveiling the legacy of dressmaker Elizabeth Keckly led to Crystal Simone Smith’s publishing breakthrough.
A First Look at Proposed Data Center Regulations for Durham
The draft guidelines would limit where data centers can be built and how big they could be.
How the Light Grew: As a Community Celebrates Diwali, The Hindu Society Marks 50 Years
A small gathering decades ago sparked a thriving community for Hindus in Western Wake.