Arborist gets stuck in tree, rescued by firefighters in Winston-Salem
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Firefighters in Winston-Salem had to rescue an arborist who got stuck in a tree on Friday. The worker was up the tree on Buddingbrook Lane when his arm got stuck. Firefighters used a ladder truck to get him down. The worker went to the hospital with...
WS/FCS issues warning after ‘Chromebook challenge’ goes viral on Tiktok
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — A TikTok challenge is causing major headaches for some Triad school districts. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is warning parents about an emerging online challenge, called the "Chromebook challenge," in which students are encouraged to insert objects, such as paper clips or push pins,...
Parents remember baby who died with unlicensed day care provider in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A family is left devastated after their little boy, one-year-old Jacob Machado Carlos, was found unresponsive in his car seat while at day care. Jacob died in his car seat while in the care of Mercedes Rodriguez. She has been charged with operating a child care facility without a license,...
Meet the Winston-Salem doctor who has been practicing medicine for nearly 50 years
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Dr. Peter Robie always wanted to be a doctor. “The doctors that took care of me when I was a kid were just wonderful,” said Robie. “I wanted to be like them.” Those seeds, planted in his childhood, led Robie to a career that has spanned nearly 50 years. “Our job is […]
Kitten rescued from Oak Ridge town manager’s car
OAK RIDGE, N.C. — You've probably seen a lot of news coming out of Oak Ridge, but this feline surprise takes the cake!. As the town of Oak Ridge booms, this little kitten decided to hitch a ride with none other than the Town of Oak Ridge's Town Manager, Bill Bruce!
Sig Sauer faces legal battles over alleged safety flaw
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The same gun used by more than 1,500 troopers with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is facing criticism for unintentionally firing without anyone pulling the trigger. A growing number of law enforcement officers and others have sued Sig Sauer over the manufacturer's P320. NC...
Thousands in Forsyth County could be eligible for Medicaid
In 2023 North Carolina became the 40th state to expand Medicaid. Under expansion, people ages 19 to 64 are covered. To date, nearly 650,000 North Carolinians have enrolled. Although enrollment numbers have exceeded expectations, there are thousands of people in Forsyth County who are eligible and haven’t taken...
Shannon Smith tries contrast therapy at Winston-Salem spa
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C (WGHP) — One of the hottest trends in Health and Wellness takes temperatures to the extreme. A new spa in Winston-Salem opened last month to offer contrast therapy. At Pure Sweat Sauna and Spa, clients alternate time in a 150-degree dry infrared sauna and a 50-degree cold plunge pool. The owners...
Winston-Salem Writers announces 10-Minute Play Contest winners
Winston-Salem Writers is pleased to announce the winning entries for the 2025 14th annual 10-Minute Play competition. The competition is open to playwrights in North Carolina, as well as students currently enrolled in North Carolina schools or colleges. The top six plays selected will be produced at the 10-Minute...
North Carolina 3-year-old dies in accidental shooting in car
MEBANE, N.C. (WGHP) — A 3-year-old died Wednesday night after an accidental shooting in a car, according Mebane police said. Around 7:55 p.m. on Wednesday night, Mebane officers came to the intersection of West Lee Street and South First Street after getting a report of shots fired. At the scene, police found the...
