I-540 brush fires along several Raleigh intersections investigated as arson: Wake Co. Sheriff
The fires were reported along I-540 near Glenwood Avenue, Leesville Road, Creedmoor Road, Falls of Neuse Road, and Capital Boulevard.
Hundreds Rally In Clayton For “No Kings” Protest
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Approximately 500 people gathered in Clayton Town Square on Saturday as part of the national “No Kings” day of protest, joining thousands across the country to voice concerns about what organizers call an “excessive concentration of executive power” in the presidency. The...
Explore 60+ award-winning magnet schools at this free November fair
The upcoming Magnet and Early College Fair offers an inside look at the unqiue schools, pathways, and programs offered throughout Wake County.
NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey to Visit Raleigh State Fair for Opening Ceremonies and...
Raleigh's N.C. State Fair is getting a special visitor today, and it's none other than the North Carolina Insurance Commissioner, Mike Causey. Slated for a couple of public engagements, Causey's schedule includes a check presentation to the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina (IIANC) and attendance at the...
Moore Square Winterfaire — new 4-day European style Christmas Market and Festival
MAKRS and Raleigh Parks are presenting the first Moore Square Winterfaire from Thursday, December 11, to Sunday, December 14, 2025. Thursday and Friday: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. This 4-day festival features 60+ vendors, a food...
NCDOT Enhances Safety Measures for N.C. State Fair and Promotes Pedestrian Awareness in Raleigh
With the N.C. State Fair in full swing, the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is on the beat, ensuring fun times don't compromise safety, as highlighted in their latest update, reported by NCDOT. One key effort is the implementation of Safety City, a Gov's Highway Safety initiative offering interactive games...
Train stops at NC state fair through Oct. 26; safety reminders issued
RALEIGH, N.C. — NC By Train, the state’s intercity passenger rail service, has returned for its annual special stop at the North Carolina State Fair, running through Oct. 26, officials announced. Officials are urging fairgoers to exercise caution around train tracks and designated crossings. “All areas with fencing...
No. 23 Recruit Places NC State in Top 5
NC State has their eyes on landing this four-star shooting guard.
The week in photos captures NC through the lens of News & Observer journalists
Here’s a curated selection of moments across North Carolina as captured through the lens of The News and Observer visual journalists. This feature can be seen in Sunday’s newspaper, as well as in our online Edition. See it at eedition.newsobserver.com .
Woman, 2 men seriously injured after shots fired into Raleigh sports bar, police say
Officers responded Saturday morning to a report of a shooting on New Bern Avenue at Touchdown Sports Bar.

















