Former Raleigh police chief Estella Patterson shares her priorities as new head of Charlotte...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WJZY) — New Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Chief Estella Patterson is no stranger to the department, having worked there for 25 years before becoming chief in Raleigh. Now she’s back and ready to tackle public safety in Charlotte head-on. “Just to be back in CMPD uniform is really, just...
Woman released after being detained at work in Raleigh, sent to Ga. facility in...
Fatima Issela Velazquez-Antonio has been released from a detention facility in Georgia, according to a relative.
Former Cary town manager ‘operated in secrecy,’ mayor says as he vows reforms
Former Cary Town Manager Sean Stegall “operated in secrecy” in ways that favored a small group of council members, Mayor Harold Weinbrecht wrote on his blog Sunday. Weinbrecht wrote that Stegall made a “false statement” about the town’s budget and that town staffers raised concerns over Stegall’s management. And the...
Raleigh family creates Christmas light spectacular with a bit of ‘snow’
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — With twinkling trees, thousands of bright lights, and familiar faces from the Grinch to Mickey Mouse and Santa, the Nelson’s Christmas Light Show is a labor of love for the community to enjoy. Silvia Nelson said the display grows bigger every year since they...
Texas Tech’s Christian Anderson Leads Red Raiders to Win Against Duke
The Red Raiders upset the Blue Devils behind a strong performance from the team's standout sophomore guard.
Petrino hits back roads for third attempt at saving head coach’s career
Offensive guru failed to save Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher, Arkansas' Sam Pittman, but will third time be charm with Belichick?
NET Rankings Update: Michigan Holds No. 1 as Duke Rises to Third After Texas...
Updated NET rankings through Dec. 21 show Michigan staying No. 1, Duke moving up to third after a loss to Texas Tech, Kansas holding at 16, and Kentucky inching up following a win over St. John’s.
Workers feel the strain but turn to AI for relief, new report finds
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Workers are struggling with stress, but embracing the use of AI. Those are two findings from the 2025 State of Hybrid Work Report by Owl Labs. 39% of those polled say their work-related stress has increased in the past year. 68% of working parents say...
Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner Dec. 23
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 48th Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event starts at 12 p.m., with the line forming at 11 a.m. Activities for the day will include free toys for children...
Durham Police Department Honors Alex Mason as IT Division’s November Employee of the Month
The Durham Police Department recently shone a spotlight on one of its own, Alex Mason, through their social media channels. Mason, currently serving in the role of Business Systems Coordinator, has been named the IT Division’s November Employee of the Month, a commendation highlighting his professional excellence and...

















