Raleigh man obsessed with guns and death arrested; Feds says he idolized mass shooters
Note: The contents of this article and the above video may be disturbing to some. RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Eric Byrd, a 19-year-old from Raleigh, has been charged with making threats of violence linked to mass shootings. It’s a situation that has his neighbors in this quiet Raleigh neighborhood on high alert. “I am...
Man’s body recovered from Falls Lake in drowning, deputies say
Around 1:20 p.m., deputies got a report of a possible drowning involving a man near the Cheek Road bridge.
Cary video game studio says it plans to lay off over 100 workers
A Cary-based video game developer plans to lay off over 100 employees and scale back operations, the studio announced this week. Red Storm Entertainment, co-founded by novelist Tom Clancy, whose works include the 1996 thriller “Red Storm Rising,” says the layoffs were caused by “economic forces” and that it plans to...
Woman’s Club of Clayton, Dillard’s raise funds for Isaiah 117 House
Brunch and fashion show in Clayton on April 11 benefits Isaiah 117 House, supporting children awaiting foster care; tickets $40 via twccnc.org or by calling 916-813-5454.
Durham Teen Moved To County Jail In Deadly Motel Lobby Shooting Of 18-Year-Old
A 17-year-old accused of gunning down an 18-year-old in the lobby of a Durham motel has been moved into the Durham County Detention Center, according to jail records, marking a new phase in a case that has been winding through pretrial proceedings for months. Authorities allege the teen, identified in...
Today’s Take: UNC Has To Get It Right
Every weekday, Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes weighs in with his thoughts on the latest in Tar Heel sports. Barnes has been the preeminent reporter and expert analyst on UNC athletics for two decades. Watch his full daily thoughts above. Greg’s Daily Take:“I know fans like to throw out if Carolina...
📅 Free Eid Bazaar Night Market in Morrisville March 20
Celebrate the end of Ramadan at Morrisville’s Eid Bazaar Night Market on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 7–10 PM at the Cedar Fork Community Center (1050 #B Town Hall Drive). The evening will feature halal food, artisan vendors, and a welcoming community atmosphere open to everyone.
📅 Comedian Jordan Centry Live in Holly Springs – March 27
Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Jordan Centry at the Holly Springs Cultural Center on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Known for his smart and silly takes on everyday life with a southern twist, Jordan has performed across the East Coast and opened for well-known comics like Colin Quinn and TJ Miller. The...
Mikey Wilkins on his future with NC State: ‘It’s gonna be war when I...
RALEIGH, N.C. -- One year ago, Zymicah "Mikey" Wilkins had a difficult decision to make. The former Top-80 recruit in the country and No. 12 center in the 2025 class had offers from across the country, but chose to stick with his commitment to the Wolfpack despite a head coaching change to Will Wade.
🛒 Wake County Customer Service Jobs – Multiple Openings This Week
Wake County’s retail and service scene is buzzing with new opportunities — from tech sales to travel support and even veterinary care. Here are some of the best local openings right now:

















