Thousands turn out in Cary for Durga Puja celebration
More than 1,300 people, including Morrisville Mayor TJ Cawley, attended from across the Triangle.
UNC Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies placed on administrative leave
The university confirms a UNC professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies is on leave.
Third arrest made in connection with shooting on Moonglow Drive
A third man and a juvenile have been arrested in connection with the Moonglow Drive shooting near Raleigh, as the Wake County Sheriff’s Office continues its ongoing investigation.
Durham man wins $100K prize on Powerball ticket
Kenneth Cutshaw Jr. bought a ticket using online play for the Sept. 6 drawing. His $3 ticket won a $100,000 prize.
Looking back What’s in a name? Well, lots of things!
Discover the quirky and historic origins behind Granville County’s town and community names, from Creedmoor’s traveling lexicographer to Whynot’s exasperated resident—and everything in between.
After 200K+ votes, this Indian restaurant was crowned best in the Triangle
Once, a group of friends studying at an engineering college in India jokingly pitched the ultimate career pivot: ditching their engineering degrees to debut their dream restaurant. Now after 25 years, those roommates turned restaurant co-owners are officially claiming the title of the top Indian spot in the Triangle....
Flatbed truck loses load on Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh, police say
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – A messy scene at a Raleigh intersection on Tuesday with a flatbed truck losing some of its load and falling on the road, according to the Raleigh Police Department. Raleigh police said the incident happened around 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Glenwood Avenue and...
New Laws Take Effect in North Carolina on October 1, 2025
RALEIGH, N.C. — Starting Wednesday, October 1, more than two dozen new laws will officially go into effect in North Carolina, ranging from public safety reforms to child welfare protections and updates to licensing rules. License Grace Period (HB 421) Motor vehicle dealers will now have a 60-day grace...
Discussing the Chances That UNC Beats Clemson
In this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writer Grant Chachere discusses UNC's chances of defeating Clemson, analyzing the factors that could work
Wag without wallets: Free dog and cat adoptions in October
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Animal Resource Center is inviting the community to take part in Empty the Shelters, a nationwide adoption event that helps pets find loving homes through waived or reduced fees. From October 1–15, 2025, the ARC will offer free adoptions for all...
