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RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A fallen tree brought down power lines and temporarily disrupted traffic along Western Boulevard in Raleigh overnight, affecting Wednesday morning commuters. According to the Raleigh Police Department, officers responded around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday to reports of a tree falling onto a vehicle near M

LUMBERTON — The Robeson County jail, built in the early 1990s, is supposed to hold up to 410 people. As of May, it had a population of 501. Overcrowding has plagued the jail for months, according to records from the state Department of Health and Human Services. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said he has had to buy cots and ex

Authorities are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash on Glenwood Avenue.

Two paratroopers involved in the crash were not wearing a seatbelt, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol said.

RALEIGH, N.C. - Landing back in North Carolina just before 7 p.m. ET on Monday, the Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes had the red carpet rolled out for them as they touched down at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Beginning with a water cannon salute as the team taxied toward its stop,...

Listen as the pages of the magazine come to life in the Storytellers podcast showcasing the voices of Our State writers. Each podcast episode features a writer reading their column aloud, allowing each distinct voice to shine. Click below to listen to Eleanor read her column aloud. Chimney swifts are...

Researchers at North Carolina State University identified what’s been damaging the state’s blueberry farms: beetles. They found Prionus imbricornis, a species of longhorn beetle, that lays eggs in the roots of blueberry bushes. When they hatch, the larvae consume the roots, ultimately killing the trees, according to Ke

With downtown construction in Apex behind schedule, residents say it can't get done quickly enough, and the mayor is calling on people to support small businesses.

Duke is obviously a 1-seed in Joe Lunardi's updated Bracketology, but who stands in its path is an intriguing potential storyline for John Blackwell.

The summer heat is upon us, but rising temperatures can’t stop the desire for something sweet. An ice-cold treat is a trusted way to cool down while still in the warmth of the sun. Here are some of the best outdoor ice cream shops around the Triangle to beat the heat, but beware of melting! Goodberry’s Frozen Custard S