North Carolina father accused of shooting, killing his son; dog shot by police
ZEBULON, N.C. (WNCN) — A father remains in Wake County custody and is charged following a chaotic shooting incident at a home in Zebulon. According to court records, 59-year-old Andrew David Torry was charged with murder in the shooting of his adult son Wednesday night on the 2100 block of Taramar Lane. The Zebulon...
Raleigh Stands with Hispanic Communities Against Harassment, Fostering a Culture of Acceptance and Resilience...
In the face of increasing harassment, the city of Raleigh is standing up for its Hispanic community. The city is fostering a culture of acceptance and concern for its neighbors, with a strong message that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) won't find support here. The community is encouraged to continue...
Triangle school districts report thousands of absences amid immigration activity
As immigration officials descended on the Triangle this week, school districts reported thousands of students were absent.
Driver reportedly shot in head on NC US-64 West in Wake County, sheriff’s office...
The victim was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, authorities say.
Shooting incident shuts down busy North Carolina roadway
NORTH CAROLINA — A shooting investigation led to the closure of U.S. Highway 64 West near the intersection of Lizard Lick Road on Thursday, according to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the area and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital with...
As Border Patrol generates fear, neighbors and organizations step up
As of noon Thursday, ICE and Border Patrol have engaged in operations from Lenoir to Raleigh, largely avoiding Asheville and much of Western North Carolina. But both agencies are generating a climate of fear statewide, regardless of the city they choose to target. Department of Homeland Security officials announced...
Understanding and Asserting Your Rights During Immigration Checks
In the current climate of heightened immigration enforcement, it is crucial to understand your rights when confronted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Border Patrol officers. Whether in public or at work, individuals have the right to remain silent and are not obligated to answer questions about their...
NC Department of Agriculture fines Wake County Animal Center over alleged violations
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Veterinary Division is penalizing the Wake County Animal Center over what the agency says are several violations. The penalty is $1,400, which the county must pay within sixty days, or it can file a petition. The...
Dad charged with killing 4 kids says a 5th died, too
North Carolina father Wellington Delano Dickens III has allegedly admitted to the death of a fifth child after cops found four of his kids in the trunk of his car last month. The 38-year-old was arrested on Oct. 27 after he called 911 to report that he’d killed his kids, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s...
As attendance drops across Triangle schools, volunteers show up for Latino students
Dozens of volunteers, neighbors, and parents welcomed students at schools across Durham on Wednesday, in response to ongoing immigration enforcement in the Triangle. Volunteers held signs of support and offered friendly waves to passing cars. At Lakewood Elementary, some people also danced and chanted. "I believe...
