Lawmakers respond to killing of Raleigh teacher, mother that’s ‘shaken’ community
RALEIGH, N.C. — Lawmakers in Raleigh are responding to the murder of a mother and longtime teacher. Some members of the North Carolina General Assembly are speaking out after what they’re calling a tragedy. Lawmakers in Wake County are grappling with the question many are now faced with,...
Businesses anxious for Raleigh Convention Center events to return
Raleigh Convention Center leaders expect to receive the occupancy permit as early as this week.
Raleigh Police search for 2 men wanted in traffic stop where gun went off
Raleigh Police have identified the armed passenger who took off, as well as the man they say sped away.
New dog-friendly restaurant and bar opens at North Hills in Raleigh
A pet-friendly restaurant has expanded out of New York City for the first time, landing in the Triangle. Barking Dog , a restaurant and bar, opened recently at Raleigh’s North Hills . Open all day with a menu featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner plates, Barking Dog is located in the Park District , next to Blown...
Why accused Hedingham shooter’s lawyers hope to keep his searches out of court
Lawyers for the teen accused of carrying out a deadly mass shooting in a northeast Raleigh neighborhood want to keep his internet search and browsing history out of his upcoming murder trial. Austin Thompson, 18, is accused of killing five people, including his older brother and a Raleigh police officer, and...
Raleigh Police Department Earns Prestigious CALEA Accreditation, Commits to High Standards in Law Enforcement
The Raleigh Police Department has announced its recent accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), solidifying its standing within the law enforcement community for dedication to training, professionalism, and maintaining rigorous standards. The department took to social...
EMC to vote on opening comment period for discharge rules
Proposed rules that would require industrial polluters to monitor and minimize their discharges of some chemical compounds into drinking water sources may soon go out for public comment. The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission is scheduled to vote this week on whether to approve proceeding to public...
The Fried Chicken At This Classic Diner In North Carolina Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Some food experiences transcend mere eating and become something closer to a religious experience—the fried chicken at Mecca Restaurant in downtown Raleigh is precisely that kind of revelation. Golden, crispy, and seasoned to perfection, this isn’t just fried chicken—it’s an edible piece of North Carolina heritage.
Police: Driver Refused To Stop After Allegedly Following Woman
SELMA — A 19-year-old Raleigh man is facing multiple charges after Selma police say he followed another vehicle and led officers on a brief pursuit. According to police, the incident began around 11:30 p.m. Dec. 27 when a woman called 911 to report a vehicle closely following her while flashing lights and driving...
North Carolina Quake Alert: Rare East Coast Quake Early Tuesday Reminds Residents in Raleigh...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Raleigh, North Carolina – A rare East Coast earthquake early Tuesday is renewing preparedness conversations across North Carolina, a state more familiar with hurricanes and severe storms than seismic...
