WCPSS announces changes to how it transports students with disabilities, after complaints
On a recent afternoon, Cosette Harol greeted her two youngest boys at the bus stop in their neighborhood. "Hey, pal! Did you guys have a good day?" she asked her sons as they hopped off their school bus together. This is very different from what drop-offs used to look like...
Scott Mason, the Tar Heel Traveler, is no longer at WRAL. Here’s what we...
Long-time television journalist and Tar Heel Traveler Scott Mason, who took viewers into the homes, diners and places that highlighted North Carolina’s unique charm and characters, is no longer at WRAL. In a Wednesday night post on Facebook , Mason quoted Scottish poet Robert Burns with new contact information. “Man’s
HBCU “essentially closed” says bankruptcy judge
Saint Augustine’s University will not offer education programs this fall as it moves through bankruptcy court. The post HBCU “essentially closed” says bankruptcy judge appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
11 Humble Bakeries in North Carolina That Locals Swear Have the Best Cinnamon Rolls
Forget fancy pastry shops—some of North Carolina’s best cinnamon rolls come from the humblest bakeries. These are the places where warm dough, buttery cinnamon filling, and sweet icing steal the show. You may walk in expecting a simple neighborhood bakery and walk out wondering why you didn’t stop...
Alert Day: Flooding rain, gusty storms expected Friday in central NC
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A slow-moving boundary will help create the chance for storms late Friday afternoon into Friday evening that have the potential for damaging wind gusts and heavy, flooding rain. A Flood Watch is in effect for a good portion of central North Carolina as storms could...
A top fried food stand won’t be at NC State Fair for the first...
Of all the many fried wonders found at the North Carolina State Fair, one vendor served up the golden goods for nearly 70 years. Al’s French Fries, the most famous fry shack at the fair, will not be at the fairgrounds for 2026, the owners announced Thursday night. “After many difficult conversations and a great deal of
Clayton to explore past and future of B.M. Robertson Mule Co. Building
Clayton will host a Sept. 14 presentation featuring a documentary on the B.M. Robertson Mule Co. Building and initial plans for its potential adaptive reuse.
North Carolina Awards Return to Raleigh, Will Raise Cash for Military Families
Governor Josh Stein announced Thursday that the North Carolina Awards, the state's highest civilian honor, are returning to Raleigh this November, with ticket proceeds this time benefiting two charities that serve veterans and military families. The 2026 ceremony will bring together six honorees spanning literature, pu
NC State and professor launch Slobberin’ Sauce promising to bridge the state barbecue sauce...
A North Carolina State University professor who slowly improved his "backyard batches" of barbecue sauce over more than 15 years is rolling out a new sauce with the university, officials said Thursday.
NC cities reconsider curfews after summer teen takeovers
After pushing teen curfews in July, Raleigh and Charlotte leaders are raising new questions about enforcement, rights and effectiveness.
