Wake nurse practitioner challenges NC practice restrictions in court
A Wake County family nurse practitioner has filed suit to challenge a North Carolina law requiring her to contract with a physician before she can work in the state. Jamie Gallagher filed suit Wednesday in Wake County Superior Court against leaders of the state medical and nursing boards. Gallagher alleges...
West coast-inspired Raleigh restaurant will close its doors this month
Halal burger restaurant, Cali Burger , on 3415 Hillsborough St. announced its upcoming closure on their Instagram. The burger spot shared on Tuesday, Sept. 1 that it will continue service until the end of month as attempt to secure a new location for the business. “We want to sincerely thank everyone who has supported
Lawsuit over doctors supervising nurse practitioners adds new twist to long NC debate
A nurse practitioner is suing over state rules that require oversight from a doctor for her to run her practice. Jamie Gallagher says in a lawsuit filed in Wake County Superior Court that the requirement for her to have a contract with a doctor in order to practice violates her rights and is an unnecessary […]
As Triangle businesses close, Madame B’s Bakery expands 4 years after nearly shutting down
A Raleigh bakery that nearly closed four years ago is opening a second location after community support helped turn the business around.
As its caretakers move on, a rare NC butterfly’s fate hangs in the balance
A woman walking on the boardwalk at Fort Macon State Park stopped when she saw Laura Taylor wearing long-sleeves and a cargo vest sagging under the weight of myriad gadgets despite the 95 degree heat. “Have you had any luck?” she asked. She added, “Thanks for doing what you’re doing.” Taylor, a PhD student at NC State
Death investigation underway on Rowan Drive in Clayton, town officials say
CLAYTON, N.C. (WNCN) — Town of Clayton officials say a death investigation is underway by Tuesday night. Town officials confirmed with CBS 17 that the Clayton Police Department is conducting a death investigation on Rowan Drive Tuesday night. The town was unable to provide any additional information at the...
Cary man accused of setting car on fire after crashing near propane tank in...
GOLDSTON, N.C. (WNCN) — A Cary man is accused of setting his vehicle on fire after crashing near a propane tank in Chatham County Monday afternoon, the sheriff’s office said. According to the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 1:30 p.m. to a report of a suspicious...
One North Carolina county takes down mugshots – and outrage ensues
North Carolina’s Second Chance Act expunges many unconvicted charges, but Wake County’s database hasn’t always removed the related mugshots iStock/Getty A North Carolina county plans to remove around 400,000 mugshots from its public website, ending online access to booking photos collected over the past two decades. Wa
Popular Raleigh Mediterranean restaurant Neomonde stays positive with looming Beryl Road changes
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has major alterations planned for Beryl Road in Raleigh, and a popular restaurant is reassuring its patrons that it is maintaining a positive outlook for the changes the project promises. Neomonde Mediterranean, located at 3817 Beryl Road, is a favorite for Raleigh diners
$90 million idea: The Oakline would connect downtown Raleigh to Dix Park
An ambitious effort to connect downtown Raleigh to Dix Park via an elevated walkway is gaining momentum. Why it matters: For years, city leaders have been working through ideas of how to best connect the 300-acre Dix Park to downtown proper. Though the park is just one mile from Raleigh Union Station , a four-lane road
