GoTriangle Transit Expansion Could Bring More Bus Service to Holly Springs (NC) and Apex
Wake County commissioners hear update on GoTriangle service improvements and upcoming planning that could shape transit routes across Southern Wake.
Ohio State Commit Colt Charles Drops 7 Seconds to Win 1000 Free at Cary...
Colt Chaires and his North Carolina Aquatic Club teammate Lysander Mihaly both dropped big time to finish 1-2 on Thursday in Cary. Results on Meet Mobile: “2026 NC TAC Speedo Champions Series ESSZ”. U.S. Olympian Ashley Twichell won the women’s 1000 free, and a group of high schoolers had...
‘This is everything to me’: Raleigh man injured during senate hearing protest speaks out
The Raleigh fire fighter and U.S. Marine veteran whose arm was broken while being removed by police from a congressional hearing is back home in Wake County.
Best sandwich shop in the Triangle? Vote for your favorite in contest’s Round 3
Key Takeaways AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. We asked for the best place for sandwiches in the Triangle, and we’re one step closer to crowning a winner. On March 2, The News & Observer invited readers to nominate the Raleigh-area sandwich shops that keep them coming back. We reviewed your nominations...
Public hearing set March 30 in Raleigh on Duke Energy Progress rate request
The North Carolina Utilities Commission has scheduled a public witness hearing for March 30, 2026, on Duke Energy Progress’ request to increase electric rates and implement performance-based regulation. The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. in Hearing Room 2115 of the Dobbs Building, 430 N. Salisbury St. in...
Raleigh Water Crackdown, Shutoffs And Late Fees Roar Back After Billing Fiasco
After months on ice, Raleigh has turned the tap back on for late fees and water shutoffs, ending a pause tied to the city’s billing portal upgrade and returning to normal collections this month. City officials say customers who are behind still have options to keep the water flowing, including payment plans, aid...
BBB offers tips for purchasing March Madness tickets
BBB of Eastern Carolinas cautions fans about March Madness ticket scams, urging buyers to use official sources, trusted vendors and credit cards to reduce risk.
Stein appoints Wayne, Harnett, Wake residents to state boards
Gov. Josh Stein names Wayne, Harnett and Wake County residents to state boards and commissions.
Speeding Stop On U.S. 64 Snowballs Into 13 Arrests Across Apex
Thirteen people ended their Thursday in handcuffs in Apex, according to police, with alleged offenses ranging from larceny and common-law robbery to statutory rape and a string of drug-related charges. One of those arrests started as a simple speeding stop on U.S. 64 and, police say, escalated into a sizable drug bust.
Clayton woman facing drug, alcohol charges after Tuesday stop
Clayton woman charged with meth, oxycodone and open container violations after traffic stop; released on $50,000 bond with court date set for April 16.

















