Bill to expand prosthetic, orthotic access inspired by N.C. woman’s journey
RALEIGH, N.C. — A bill moving through the North Carolina General Assembly could help folks who have needed an amputation get moving again. The legislation was inspired by the experience of one North Carolina native. Reagan Perry of Raleigh is always on the go. “I don’t think people realize...
Here are the 9 deadliest Triangle roads for turtles. Watch out for slowpokes
A former NC State College of Veterinary Medicine student has studied the spots with the highest volume of turtle-related injuries, examining more than 2,000.
Turtle crossing: Study identifies local hot spots for turtle/car collisions
It's summer and turtles are on the move—but while they are on the lookout for mates and nesting sites, they definitely aren't looking both ways before crossing the street. Which is where a new study comes in. Aswini Cherukuri, a former NC State veterinary student now in private practice...
Homelessness and HIV are linked, Durham advocates say. How city can address them
People with HIV may experience homelessness when they’re shunned by their families or asked to leave their homes, one advocate said.
101 Dogs Found Crammed into ‘Unsanitary Spaces’ During Rescue at ‘Unassuming’ N.C. Home
The SPCA of Wake County helped remove the canines from the home and is helping the dogs recover and enjoy fresh air, some for the first time
Videos shows scene after 13-year-old allegedly shoots older teen in North Carolina
Raleigh officers swarmed a parking lot at the Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments at 4700 Caldera Lane, after the shooting Monday evening.
A Ballad for Rachel Crook
“One summer night in 1951, Rachel Crook mysteriously disappeared.”. So begins the story of one of Chapel Hill’s most enduring historical episodes, when Rachel Crook, a well-known and well-loved 71-year-old businesswoman, student, and friend to all was found outside of town brutally murdered. Aspects of her story, and...
Orange County, NC, Juneteenth Celebration Set for June 13
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE. Orange County is proud to announce its 2025 Juneteenth celebration, themed “Where Freedom Gathers, We Rise,” on Friday, June 13, 2025. This free, day-long event will honor the legacy of emancipation, uplift family reunification after...
Chapel Hill-Carrboro school principal on leave after walk-out to support teachers
Carrboro High students walked out and marched to Lincoln Center over bullying and a lack of transparency and teacher support.
Mother of Tyrone Mason to sue Raleigh Police Department
Mason died in a crash on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh in October.
