Man accused of firing at officers sentenced more than 15 years on gun charge,...
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A Forsyth County man involved in a violent kidnapping and assault case from 2024 has been sentenced to more than 15 years in federal prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of North Carolina. Dan Bishop, U.S. Attorney for the district,...
Missing teen found dead in Winston-Salem was hit by truck, officials say
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A teenager missing for over two weeks has been found dead, law enforcement officials confirmed. Officials with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office confirmed at a news conference on Friday that a body found in a ravine in the Reidsville Road area on Thursday evening has been confirmed to...
2 arrested for shooting on Huffman Mill Road in Burlington, police say
BURLINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting of another man earlier this month. On Nov. 5 at around 6:19 p.m., the BPD responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of Huffman Mill Road. The victim, a 19-year-old man, was taken to a hospital […]
2 charged after argument over turkey leads to shooting outside High Point Food Lion,...
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — High Point police responded to a shooting on Thursday night after an argument over a turkey in a grocery store, according to a High Point Police Department news release. Around 6:05 p.m., patrol officers responded to a reported shooting at the Food Lion on 2705 N. Main St. When officers […]
City of Greensboro to host community input sessions in search of new police chief
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The City of Greensboro will host community input sessions in the search for a new police chief after John Thompson announced his retirement on Wednesday. According to a press release from the city, Greensboro has contracted with the executive search firm Developmental Associates to “seek...
Thanksgiving leftovers: The best rated bags, wraps & vacuum sealers
GREENSBORO, N.C. — If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, you already know how pricey that grocery bill will be!. So, once the feast is over, you’ll want to make sure those leftovers stay fresh and safe to eat. Consumer Reports has tested food storage options to help you make the most of every bite.
FOX8 Salute to Veterans for Nov. 13, 2025 | Thank you for your service
(WGHP) — Join FOX8 as we honor the men and women of our armed services in a Salute to Veterans ahead of Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Help us to recognize those whose courage and dedication provide the freedom we’re blessed to enjoy. Thank you for your service. Today...
Conservation efforts at the North Carolina Zoo
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The North Carolina Zoo has received a number of conservation awards for its work around the world to save wild animals, but these programs also help people who live alongside these critically endangered species. In today’s Zoo Filez, Shannon Smith shows us some of the work being done in Africa.
Police report possible barricaded suspect on Tipton Court in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Police say they are on the scene of a possible barricaded suspect at a home on Tipton Court in Greensboro. Shortly before 2 p.m. Thursday, officers responded to a house in the Tipton Court area near Ashe Street and Bilbro Street and blocked those two streets off. According to Greensboro...
2 Winston-Salem/Forsyth County board members recall heated meetings, calls for silence
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools has been through a lot in seven months. Former Chief Financial Officer Tommy Kranz resigned, former Superintendent Tricia McManus resigned, and Interim Superintendent Catty Moore will depart on Nov. 30. The school system is also dealing with three...
