Lawmakers respond to killing of Raleigh teacher, mother that’s ‘shaken’ community
RALEIGH, N.C. — Lawmakers in Raleigh are responding to the murder of a mother and longtime teacher. Some members of the North Carolina General Assembly are speaking out after what they’re calling a tragedy. Lawmakers in Wake County are grappling with the question many are now faced with,...
Businesses anxious for Raleigh Convention Center events to return
Raleigh Convention Center leaders expect to receive the occupancy permit as early as this week.
Raleigh Police search for 2 men wanted in traffic stop where gun went off
Raleigh Police have identified the armed passenger who took off, as well as the man they say sped away.
New dog-friendly restaurant and bar opens at North Hills in Raleigh
A pet-friendly restaurant has expanded out of New York City for the first time, landing in the Triangle. Barking Dog , a restaurant and bar, opened recently at Raleigh’s North Hills . Open all day with a menu featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner plates, Barking Dog is located in the Park District , next to Blown...
Why accused Hedingham shooter’s lawyers hope to keep his searches out of court
Lawyers for the teen accused of carrying out a deadly mass shooting in a northeast Raleigh neighborhood want to keep his internet search and browsing history out of his upcoming murder trial. Austin Thompson, 18, is accused of killing five people, including his older brother and a Raleigh police officer, and...
NC restaurant chain Corbett’s lower costs to customers after striking deal with suppliers
Corbett's Burgers and Soda Bar announced it will be cutting its prices; a professor says the chain may be an exception in this economy.
FamFest 2026: Celebration of African American Family History March 14
The African American Experience presents FamFest 2026 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Life Enrichment Center, 3805 Tarheel Club Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. FamFest 2026 is a vibrant celebration of African American family history, featuring a variety of engaging...
Scaling AI value demands industrial governance
Managing AI trustworthiness and risk is essential to realizing business value from AI. When asked what organizations must do to capture AI's benefits while minimizing its downsides, Sibelco Group CIO Pedro Martinez Puig emphasized discipline and strategic focus. "Capturing AI's value while minimizing risk starts with...
The Fried Chicken At This Classic Diner In North Carolina Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Some food experiences transcend mere eating and become something closer to a religious experience—the fried chicken at Mecca Restaurant in downtown Raleigh is precisely that kind of revelation. Golden, crispy, and seasoned to perfection, this isn’t just fried chicken—it’s an edible piece of North Carolina heritage.
This Wake high school will resume in-person classes. It won’t stay all virtual.
Students at a small Wake County high school will be able to resume in-person classes this school year — but at a different and temporary location. Students at Crossroads FLEX switched to online-only instruction when they returned from winter break on Monday due to zoning issues limiting how many people can be on...
