Raleigh Sizzles Near 92 Today Before Sunday Winds Slam Temps
Saturday, April 18, Raleigh started the day cool and crisp, but the thermostat is not staying polite for long. Mostly sunny skies will send afternoon highs into the low 90s, topping out near 92°F. Morning temperatures in the upper 50s to low 60s will give way to a hot, dry afternoon as dew points stay low and the air keeps that desert-lite...
Pay-What-You-Can Food Truck Rodeo returns to downtown Raleigh on Sunday
A Place at the Table is hosting its fifth annual Pay-What-You-Can Food Truck Rodeo on Sunday.
Attempted Murder Investigation Leads to Heavy Police Presence in Chatham County
The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is acknowledging a “heavy law enforcement presence” in parts of the county which was tied to an ongoing attempted murder investigation led by the Chapel Hill Police Department. The sheriff’s office says it assisted the CHPD Friday in serving four search warrants...
‘Feels like beach sand’: NC Farmers concerned about drought’s impact on crops and soil
Another day without rain in the Triangle is causing major concerns for farmers.
Patio Nightclub shooting suspect appears in court Friday after being captured in Texas: Records
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The man accused of a deadly shooting at a Raleigh nightclub in March has made his first appearance in court Friday, according to court records. 35-year-old Giovanny Hernandez-Jaramillo was captured by the Raleigh Police Department and other law enforcement officers on April 3 in Houston.
Former Raleigh officer fired, charged following alleged domestic assault
Raleigh police say Ryan Greathouse is accused of assaulting his ex‑girlfriend and her boyfriend at a Raleigh home on April 12.
Four Oaks Cop’s Home Raided As 22-Year Garner Mystery Turns Homicide
The quiet streets of Benson got a jolt when agents with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation searched the home of a Four Oaks police officer, a move breathing new life into a 22-year-old mystery surrounding the death of Garner teenager Josh Davis. The March 31 search, part of what officials now openly call a homicide investigation, turned up digital devices...
Small plane lands on belly at RDU; No one injured, airport says
A small plane landed safely at Raleigh-Durham International Airport Friday afternoon despite having no working landing gear, according to the airport.
One person dead after being struck by vehicle in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — A male pedestrian was killed after being struck on Interstate 78 in Berks County late Friday night, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The crash occurred around 10:20 p.m. on April 17 near mile marker 27.3 in Tilden Township, authorities said. Troopers reported that the pedestrian suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at […] The post One person dead after being struck by...
Things To Do This Weekend in the Triangle (April 17–19, 2026)
Looking for something to do this weekend? From high-energy festivals and family-friendly events to cultural experiences and community gatherings, the Triangle is packed with options. Whether you’re stepping out in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, or beyond, here’s your curated breakdown of what’s happening—organized by day so you can plan your weekend with ease.

















