Carrboro: Pride Month, Juneteenth, The Drakeford Effect
Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 13, discussing town news and events. She discussed some upcoming weekend evens, including the Pride Piper Walk, as part of Pride Month celebrations. She also talked about upcoming Juneteenth celebrations in the community. She...
Uncovered risks — no oversight of UNC’s extreme virology
The opinions expressed in this piece are solely the author's and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carolina Journal or its publisher. In the shadow of some scientific research lies the potential for catastrophic consequences. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s virology program, spearheaded by Dr....
Triangle 4th of July fireworks and celebrations 2025 — Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and...
Wondering where to watch fireworks and celebrate the 4th of July in Raleigh and throughout the Triangle? Here are the answers! The biggest and best 4th of July fireworks and celebrations in the Triangle will be back in 2025! There are many fireworks shows taking place across the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham,...
Raleigh Braces for Week of Storms, Chances of Showers and Severe Weather Ahead for...
The National Weather Service in Raleigh warns of a potential parade of precipitation and storms sweeping through much of central North Carolina. As we look ahead, scattered showers and thunderstorms are predicted to punctuate the week, with the mercury flirting with the high 80s and low 90s. For today, the...
Hidden camera discovered in Duke Hospital bathroom, culprit banned from all Duke Health facilities
A man has reportedly been banned from all Duke Health facilities after installing a hidden camera in an employee-only bathroom at Duke Hospital. According to local news outlet WRAL, which obtained a copy of a warrant to search the man’s home following the incident, the camera was discovered by a Duke Hospital...
Body of drowning victim recovered after Wake County water search
First responders were called out to Raleigh Beach Road near the Neuse River Greenway Trail on Saturday afternoon.
UNC Health sues Aetna, Humana for alleged 340B drug underpayments
Chapel Hill-based UNC Health has filed lawsuits against Aetna and Humana, alleging both insurers underpaid for 340B drug claims in violation of their contractual agreements. The lawsuits, filed June 10 in a North Carolina federal court, claim the payers improperly reduced reimbursement rates for 340B drugs provided...
Man hit and killed trying to cross S. Saunders St. in Raleigh
Raleigh Police said the 31-year-old man was not in a crosswalk when he tried crossing S. Saunders Street against traffic and was struck by a Jeep.
Durham Offices Slated for Major Makeover
Durhamite SouthCourt, a newly rebranded Class-A office building in Durham, is underway with extensive renovations, including changes to the amenity selection, interior design and layout. The 139,000-square-foot building, formerly known as SouthCourt, was recently acquired by Durhamite. The company expects to spend...
Murder suspect arrested after shooting on Bateman Place in Mebane
MEBANE, N.C. (WGHP) — A teenager has been arrested after a shooting that left one person dead, according to Mebane police. Tevion Edmonds, 19, of Mebane, is charged with first-degree murder. He is being held without bond. Edmonds’ arrest is in connection with a shooting that happened on Friday night. Around 6:50...