County administrators eviscerate commissioner’s alternative budget
County commissioner Ed Priola broke with tradition last week when he booked a formal appearance before his fellow commissioners to poke holes in the recommended budget that county manager Heidi York had presented to them in May. Priola went on to chastise the county’s management for the runaway growth that...
1 seriously injured in aggravated assault on Norwalk Street, Greensboro police say
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — One person was left with serious injuries after an aggravated assault overnight Sunday, according to the Greensboro Police Department. At 12:48 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to an aggravated assault in the 800 block of Norwalk Street. One victim was seriously injured and taken to a local...
The I-40 West shift is done, but get ready for I-40 to widen to...
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — Traffic is moving on the new I-40 Westbound lanes in Forsyth County. Our drone, Red Bird 2, got a good look at it just a few hours after it opened it up. NC DOT crews worked overnight for two days this week to shift the lanes. The work was delayed due to storms, but a dry week allowed crews to...
New charter school in Mebane ready to open for 2025-26 school year
Up to 300 students can enroll for this fall; half already have. A new charter school opening in Mebane this August has enrolled 148 students in kindergarten through second grade so far, and more enrollment applications are flowing in, based on an update that the state Charter Schools Review board heard Monday.
Randolph County man faces charges after firing at residence, deputies say
RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. — A 54-year-old man is facing charges after authorities say he fired a gun at a residence and then barricaded himself inside a home in Asheboro. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to Meadowlands Drive on June 12 after receiving a report of a person shooting at...
Triad forecast: Potentially stormy weekend to lead into a hot and humid week
(WGHP) — Partly cloudy skies with isolated thunderstorms remain in the forecast for this evening. Not everyone will see a storm or rain. However, with how much moisture there is this weekend in the Piedmont Triad, pop-up showers and storms can’t be ruled out. No need to cancel any plans, but make sure you have […]
High Point police issues safety reminder after series of car break-ins
HIGH POINT, N.C. — The High Point Police Department is urging residents to lock their vehicles and remove valuables following a string of car break-ins earlier this week. Around 4 a.m. on June 11, police responded to Ternberry Road, where they say a suspect reportedly went through 10 unlocked vehicles. One vehicle,...
Greensboro unveils five-year community safety plan to reduce violence
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The City of Greensboro is rolling out a five-year community safety plan aimed at reducing violence and getting more groups involved in the work. City leaders said they’re taking more steps to address violent crime not just with law enforcement but through community partnerships. “One of the...
HondaJet paving the way for success at PTI Airport
GREENSBORO, N.C. — PTI airport in Greensboro has been on a run of success in recent years, attracting companies like JetZero, Boom Supersonic, and Marshall Aerospace. Each company followed the path that HondaJet and others have paved. Honda’s aircraft division is based in Greensboro and has run strong for...
Serious injuries reported after Kernersville crash on Old Winston Road
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — A driver has serious injuries after a crash in Kernersville on Friday night, according to a Kernersville Police Department news release. At 5:22 p.m., Kernersville officers responded to the 800 block of Old Winston Road when they were told about a crash. Arriving officers determined that...