Attorneys File State Bar Complaints Against Wake County Prosecutor
Two criminal defense attorneys say they have filed complaints with the North Carolina State Bar against a Wake County prosecutor who has been accused in three cases of withholding potentially exonerating evidence from criminal defendants. In one case, a judge declared a mistrial. Molly O’Neil and Jackie Willingham...
Raleigh ‘Jeopardy’ champion to appear in court on secret peeping charges
A Raleigh “Jeopardy” champion is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday on charges of secret peeping, court records show. Philip Joseph “Joey” DeSena, 43, was arrested Dec. 1 on two charges of felony secret peeping, as first reported by CBS17. He’s accused of installing cameras Oct. 10 in a Currituck County bedroom...
Is Wake school system too big? Why district says it has countywide snow days.
Just about any time that the Wake County school system declares a snow day it’s met by complaints from some parents who say the district is too large. This week has been no exception with some people questioning Wake’s decision to close Monday due to “ impending inclement weather ” and Tuesday due to the “ threat of...
North Carolina judge accused of assaulting woman
The chief district court judge in Durham County was arrested Monday on assault and domestic violence charges, a warrant shows.
Zebulon man accused of ethnic intimidation, going armed to terror of the public
ZEBULON, N.C. (WBTV) - A Wake County man was charged with ethnic intimidation after beating two men in Zebulon. Austin Thomas Herber was arrested on Dec. 7. According to the magistrate’s order, he threatened and assaulted two men. Both were allegedly kicked in the head, and one was said to have been seriously injured.
NC By Train sees highest ridership in 35 years of service
RALEIGH, N.C. — More and more North Carolinians are using trains as their mode of transportation. NC By Train continues to break ridership records. NC By Train has seen an overall 4% increase in ridership in 2025 so far. Around 720,000 passengers travel by train in North Carolina annually.
Wes Moore Discusses Wolfpack Win, Surprising Suspension
NC State handled Seton Hall in a 61-53 win in Reynolds Coliseum, although Moore revealed the Wolfpack might be moving forward without a member of the team.
Wake Forest Residents: Prepare for Possible Snow, Facility Closures, and Service Changes Announced for...
On Monday, December 8, 2025, the Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina, announced changes to operations due to expected wintry weather. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Wake County until noon on Tuesday, December 9. Town officials are preparing for up to half an inch of snow and possible service disruptions.
Jakes and Jennies Forest Ridge Park Invites Preschoolers to Explore Nature with January Educational...
Forest Ridge Park is welcoming the city’s preschoolers this January with an outdoor learning program designed to combine nature and education. The program includes guided hikes exploring the secrets of winter and lessons about the movement of the winter sun, providing hands-on opportunities for children to engage...
Experience Global Beats at Raleigh’s Free “Drumming Showcase” Event This January
The Five Point Center for Active Adults in Raleigh will host a drumming event on Jan. 24, 2026. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is offering the community an opportunity to experience drumming traditions from Japan, Senegal, Puerto Rico, and other cultures. The event is free and open to the public.

















