Duke Energy Asks Regulators for Permission to Merge Carolina Utilities
Written by the SC Daily Gazette. Duke Energy is asking regulators for permission to merge its two utilities in the Carolinas — Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress. The Charlotte-based utility said in its announcement that such a merger would save customers even more than the $1 billion...
Raleigh man arrested for dragging officers with car during Greenville traffic stop
GREENVILLE, Pitt County — A 20-year-old Raleigh man, Andre I. Bass, was arrested following an incident where he allegedly dragged two Greenville police officers with his car during a traffic stop on Saturday, August 23. Bass faces multiple charges, including possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, two...
On the first day of school, NC Gov. Stein greets families at this Wake...
Some very unexpected faces greeted students and parents on Monday morning in the carpool lane at Washington Elementary School. Gov. Josh Stein, State Superintendent Mo Green and Wake County Superintendent Robert Taylor were waiting as Washington Elementary parents dropped off their students to a soundtrack of “Ain’t...
Tips: Experts urge parents to prioritize online safety as students head back to school
There has been a rise in online enticement, where offenders target children for sexual offenses.
DUHS sends leaders memo in response to widespread Durham Rising text campaign
Early Thursday evening, a large number of Durham community members’ — including some Duke students and University and health system employees — phones buzzed. The four sentence text message they received came from United Southern Service Workers (USSW) and asked community members to support one thing: Durham Rising’s...
The Class of 2028’s first year: Use of academic and health resources, other amenities
Editor's note: This story is part of a series about the Class of 2028 based on a survey conducted by The Chronicle in March and April 2025. You can read more about our methodology and limitations here or read all our survey coverage here. Duke encourages its students to find...
NCCU Alumni Association announces newly elected executive committee
DURHAM – The North Carolina Central University Alumni Association Durham Chapter has selected its newly elected executive committee for the 2025–2027 term. This group of leaders is committed to strengthening connections among alumni, supporting current students, and advancing the mission and legacy of the university....
5 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Durham, North Carolina to Try
Durham stands proud as one of North Carolina’s great food cities—an innovative, soulful crossroads where time-honored barbecue meets chef-driven creativity. Here, whole-hog ‘cue, hickory smoke, and zesty vinegar-based sauces are celebrated, but newcomers bring brisket, burnt ends, and even barbecue tofu into the...
One dead in fiery crash on US 64 East in North Carolina, troopers say
Troopers are investigating what led to a vehicle crashing on the side of the highway and bursting into flames, causing one death, on a Wake County interstate early Sunday morning.
Dance Kid Dance Tour Lights up Raleigh
The Dance, Kid, Dance Tour lit up Raleigh with an unforgettable night of rock royalty at the Lenovo Center!. The Dance, Kid, Dance Tour made a thunderous stop at the Lenovo Center. Featuring powerhouse performances from Shinedown, Bush, and Morgan Wade. The evening kicked off with Wade’s raw, soulful set, warming up...
