Marking two years since rare December tornado struck Garner
GARNER, N.C. (WNCN) — When you think of December weather, the first thing that comes to mind likely isn’t a tornado, but that’s exactly what Garner saw on this date back on December 10, 2023. The EF-1 tornado had winds estimated at 110 miles per hour and...
Raleigh man sentenced for selling dangerous counterfeit vehicle airbags
Approximately 2,500 counterfeit air bags were imported between May 2022 and April 2024 with markings of Honda, Chevrolet, General Motors, and Toyota. New Bern, N.C.—A federal judge recently sentenced a Raleigh, N.C., man to one year and a day for importing and selling thousands of counterfeit car airbags into the...
Gov. Stein rescinds Medicaid cuts, calls on GA to reach agreement
RALEIGH, N.C. — Gov. Josh Stein is reversing a decision to cut Medicaid in North Carolina. The governor has said it was a necessary move as the state is still without a budget, blaming the Department of Health and Human Services cuts on inaction from the General Assembly. For...
Wake County school board says district could be in for budget cuts
The news comes as the district says it's navigating an uncertain federal funding environment and inflation.
North Carolina Eatery Serves Lasagna So Loaded, Locals Call It A Masterpiece
I still remember the first time someone told me about a place where the lasagna was so good, people drove across town just for one bite. That place turned out to be Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant at 3905 Western Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27606, and I knew I had to see what all the fuss was about.
Scholarships for disabled veterans’ children cut in budget crisis
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — Children of disabled veterans are losing their scholarships, and military families are struggling to access care for children with special needs, according to the Senate Democratic Caucus. The Senate Democratic Caucus said the lack of a state budget has resulted in cuts to scholarships for...
Raleigh Families Join Police Officers for Annual Holiday Shopping Event
On December 6, the Raleigh Police Department held its annual Shop with a Cop event at the Target on Old Wake Forest Road. Local families shopped for holiday gifts with police officers. The event was designed to encourage interaction between officers and community members in a relaxed setting.
Durham Invites Residents to Informative Session on Violence Reduction with Expert Thomas Abt at...
Durham residents can mark their calendars for a significant public event focused on tackling the city's violence issues. The City of Durham and Durham County are kicking off the first phase of their Violence Reduction Plan with a strategy and learning session scheduled for December 17, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Main...
Apex (NC) Town Council Set for Packed Final Meeting of 2025 Tomorrow Night (12/9)
Apex Council will weigh Veridea plan changes, a Walden Road closure, UDO updates and a voluntary annexation, with residents including the Protect Wake County Coalition speaking during Public Forum.
Two-time ‘Jeopardy!’ champion accused of felony peeping
Joey DeSena won two rounds of “Jeopardy!” in November 2024, earning $44,698.

















