Raleigh Convention Center fire believed started in HVAC unit, causes $2M in damage: ABC11...
The ABC11 I-Team has learned that investigators believe the HVAC unit caused the Raleigh Convention Center fire.
Wake County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Community Concerns Over Increased ICE Activities
The Wake County Sheriff's Office addressed community concerns about reports of increased ICE activity in the area. On their social media post, the office said they had not received formal notification from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement about any planned operations but were aware of local discussions on the...
Public Outcry Against Hendrick Automotive for Supplying Vehicles to ICE
Hendrick Automotive, one of the largest dealership networks in the state, is reportedly supplying vehicles to ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). This news has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with some calling for a boycott of the company. The news was initially shared on Facebook, and has since...
Raleigh man sentenced for selling thousands of fake airbags
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — On Sept. 30th, a Raleigh man was sentenced to one year and a day for importing and selling thousands of counterfeit car airbags into the Raleigh area over the past two years. Mateen Mohammad Alinaghian, 31, sold counterfeit airbags locally and to online buyers through Facebook Marketplace. The...
NC behavioral health practice to pay $1.9 million to settle Medicare fraud claims
North Carolina's largest behavioral health practice has agreed to pay $1.9 million to the United States to resolve allegations of submitting false Medicare claims for psychotherapy and related services. U.S. Attorney Ellis Boyle said the settlement with Mindpath Care Centers honors a commitment to protect taxpayer...
Hit and Run Incident on Fordham Boulevard Near Wegmans
On November 29, just before 8pm on Fordham Blvd, a red Tesla was involved in a hit-and-run incident. The vehicle, allegedly moving at over 50 mph, rear-ended a car stopped at a traffic light. The driver of the Tesla fled the scene, leaving behind significant front-end damage and deployed airbags. The victim's parent...
Jennifer Job sworn in as newest Wake County school board member
Jennifer Job, who has a doctorate in education, will serve on the board through at least 2028.
Eddie Buffaloe joins Raleigh Police Dept.
RALEIGH – A veteran law enforcement official from Northampton County has joined the Raleigh Police Department. It was announced last week that Eddie Buffaloe Jr., a native of Potecasi, has joined the Raleigh PD as the new Deputy Chief for the Administrative Services Division. Buffaloe comes to the Raleigh...
Inflation Shock: The Rising Cost of Goodberrys’ Treats
A recent social media post has sparked a discussion about the rising prices at Goodberry's, a popular ice cream chain. The original poster, a former employee and current teacher, expressed surprise and disappointment at the significant price increase for a mini concrete, a popular item on the menu. The price has...
Fear and frustration as students and organizations navigate campus life amid federal agent deployments...
The recent federal immigration enforcement presence in Raleigh has left some Latino students at NC State feeling unsafe, angry and abandoned by institutional leaders, as student organizations scramble to fill what they see as a vacuum of support. While some student leaders have pushed for resolutions and resources,...

















