Wake County Principal Dr. Mariah Walker named 2026 NC Principal of the Year
Dr. Mariah Walker of Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy was named the 2026 Wells Fargo Principal of the Year at a ceremony Friday in Cary.
Churp Swoops Into Olde Raleigh Village With Family Bowl Fix
Churp, a new fast-casual bowl concept from Raleigh restaurateur Tyler Helikson, is gearing up to open at Olde Raleigh Village on Edwards Mill Road this summer. The shop will focus on build-your-own bowls and a dedicated, bento-style kids menu designed to make healthier choices feel easier for families. Helikson says th
2 new restaurants opening in the Triangle. What burger & bagel fans should know
Two popular restaurant chains are expanding their footprints in the Triangle. From a famous New York bagel brand to a beloved burger joint, we rounded up the openings we reported this week. Here are key takeaways: H&H Bagels , one of the biggest names in New York bagels, is coming to Cary . The News & Observer has reac
3 new businesses will expand shopping and entertainment scenes in the Triangle
The Triangle’s retail and entertainment scenes are expanding with fresh additions in Raleigh and Durham. From a new clothing store to a go-karting venue and a private golf club, we rounded up the business openings we reported this week. Here are key takeaways: Urban Planet by Charlotte Russe is coming to Crabtree Valle
Duke in Danger of Being Overtaken as ACC’s Top Team
Another ACC program is targeting another elite portal talent.
Man hospitalized after Durham shooting; shots fired from vehicle, police say
Officers responded to the 1000 block of Merrick Street after reports of a shooting.
Clearing up Alexandros Samodurov rumors with UNC commit speculation flying
While it's still very much a possibility, this talented international big man has not yet officially committed to UNC.
Renewed greenway trail and a signature pedestrian bridge open in Cary
Cary has finished overhauling part of its Black Creek Greenway and has opened a new signature pedestrian bridge over the trail alongside Northwest Cary Parkway. The 285-foot-long bridge helps close a gap in the sidewalk along Cary Parkway near North Cary Park and provides a safe alternative to the narrow parkway bridge
NC State has Reached Out to 6’11” 2026 Center Kaleb Davis
According to Hitmen Hoops, NC State has reached out to 2026 center Kaleb Davis (6’11”, 190 pounds). Interest in Davis appears to be rising quickly. SportsNet LLC, Davis’ agency, also reports that Villanova, Seton Hall, Texas A&M, Virginia Tech, and others have recently contacted him. Length That...
Driver Bolts After Killing Man Walking Along Durham’s Old Oxford Road
A Durham man walking along Old Oxford Road was struck and killed Sunday by a vehicle that took off instead of stopping, according to Durham-area troopers. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and investigators say the driver did not return. Authorities are asking anyone who saw the crash or who may have video t
