Insightful Statement from Cary’s Mayor Regarding ICE – The Triangle Stands United
In a recent social media post, Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht Jr. expressed his concerns over the activities of federal agents in the city, particularly those from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The mayor, who presides over a town where more than a quarter of the population are immigrants, lamented the fear...
Unusual Activity Sparks Concern at Local ICE Center
An unusual scene unfolded at the ICE center in Cary today, with fire trucks, police cars, and yellow tape surrounding the facility. The normally quiet and unassuming center was abuzz with activity, prompting speculation and concern among local residents. The reason for this heightened activity remains unclear, and it...
Another celebrity chef opens a new restaurant at Raleigh-Durham airport
Celebrity chef and Food Network star Bobby Flay’s burger restaurant opens at Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Saturday. Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay will serve grilled Angus beef, medium or well-done, on brioche buns with sides and shakes near Gate C18 in Terminal 2. The RDU Bobby’s Burgers is the second at...
Cary Town Manager Sean Stegall placed on administrative leave
The Cary town manager has been placed on administrative leave, ABC11, The News & Observer’s newsgathering partner, reported Friday afternoon. Sean Stegall has been the town manager since 2016 after leaving Illinois, where he also worked in local government. He is responsible for implementing policies set by the Cary...
Hospital chaplains in the Carolinas struggle with burnout
This story was originally published on UNC Media Hub. At Duke University Hospital in Durham, interfaith chaplains comfort patients, families and friends, and even staff. “As I tell the students, and I deeply believe this, the chaplains do the heavy lifting in a hospital for emotional suffering,” Stan Yancey said....
Thanksgiving is pie’s biggest week. A Durham icon serves the Triangle’s best.
When you imagine biting into a cloud, as surely we all do, what you’re really thinking it might be like is the silky pillow of fluff that is the whipped cream atop a Foster’s Market key lime pie. It seems like a miracle — this whipped cream stands up more than an inch tall, with enough structure to support small...
Durham high school students protest immigration enforcement
High school students in Durham protested federal immigration enforcement in the area, saying many of their families were greatly impacted.
Protest against border patrol deployment in downtown Durham
A protest against border patrol deployment was held in downtown Durham.
Update: Investigators Identify Suspect in Trail Incident
Update (11/19/2025 11:20am): Investigators have identified a 17-year-old suspect and are seeking a juvenile petition for sexual battery in the November 7 incident. Officers are continuing increased patrols in the area of the reported incidents. Previously released (11/14/2025): The Chapel Hill Police Department is...
Durham public school attendance drops to COVID levels amid North Carolina immigration crackdown
Federal officials say they arrested around 370 people in North Carolina this week in immigration crackdowns around Charlotte and the Research Triangle.
