Traffic Alert for Western Boulevard Lane Closures and Delays in Raleigh Due to I-440...
A stretch of Western Boulevard is about to get a temporary makeover that'll likely detour and delay your usual route. The N.C. Department of Transportation says contractors will close westbound lanes and occasionally slow eastbound traffic from midnight to 5 a.m. between Dec. 15 and Dec. 18. Western Boulevard...
Raleigh USPS driver gears up for busiest time of year, offers advice to senders
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — It’s the busiest time of year for United States Postal Service Mail Carrier Antwoine Welcome. With Christmas quickly approaching, making sure packages are delivered on time is his top priority. “This past Monday I had 200 packages on my route. Today it’s a little...
North Carolina Weather Alert: Cold Snap, Snow Chance Sunday, December 14
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Breath turns visible, pavement cools fast, and the weekend mood shifts toward winter preparation. By Sunday, December 14, a developing cold snap will bring near-freezing temperatures, brisk air, and a...
Man dies after being hit on Durham Road in Wake County, NCSHP searching for...
The victim was then struck by a vehicle, that fled from the scene leaving behind debris, highway patrol said. First responders attempted CPR, according to highway patrol, but the man died of his injuries at the scene.
Authorities are searching for vehicle involved in deadly Wake County hit-and-run
Investigators said a driver was traveling westbound when they hit a pedestrian on NC-98 near Peed Road.
‘Jeopardy!’ champ allegedly installed secret cameras in bathroom, bedroom to spy on someone
RALEIGH, N.C. (TCN) -- A two-time “Jeopardy!” winner has been arrested for allegedly peeping on a victim with secret cameras. According to court documents obtained by Entertainment Weekly, Philip Joseph “Joey” DeSena, 42, was arrested on two charges of felony secret peeping on Dec. 1. Authorities...
Progressive powerhouses launch primary war against Democratic establishment ahead of 2026 elections
Durham County Commissioner Nida Allam launched a Democratic primary challenge against Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-N.C., with endorsements from Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and progressive groups.
City of Raleigh settles for nearly $1 million in police Taser death of Darryl...
WUNC – The City of Raleigh settled out of court for nearly $1 million after the family of Darryl "Tyree" Williams sued the Raleigh Police Department nearly two years ago. The city will pay $975,000 to Sonya Williams, who oversees her son's estate, as part of a Dec. 1 settlement agreement signed by the Raleigh City...
New documents filed by prosecution before start of Austin Thompson murder trial
Thompson is facing five counts of murder from the 2022 incident.
Safety top of mind as bitter cold moves into the Triangle
It's that time of year when temperatures can get dangerously cold.

















