Bomb Scare Empties Raleigh Federal Courthouse, Snarls Morning Commute
A bomb threat abruptly emptied the federal courthouse on New Bern Avenue in downtown Raleigh on Wednesday morning, forcing an evacuation and temporary closure as officers locked down the block and pushed people back from the building. According to WRAL, the shutdown began around 9:45 a.m. as dozens of Raleigh...
Late-Night Inferno Rips Through North Raleigh Apartments
Raleigh firefighters spent late Monday night battling a fast-moving blaze at an apartment complex in north Raleigh, flooding the area around Shanda Drive and Spring Forest Road with engines, ladder trucks, and emergency lights. Thick smoke and flames were visible from nearby streets as crews worked to box in the fire...
Caller said fire was out, but N.C. firefighters find fire showing on arrival
RALEIGH, N.C. — Raleigh firefighters knocked down a house fire after arriving to find flames still showing, despite an initial report that the fire was already out and crews were no longer needed. A caller had reported the March 20 fire was extinguished, but when Engine 3 arrived at...
Shine and Dine Cafe Planning June Opening in Wake Forest
WAKE FOREST, NC — Shine & Dine Cafe is targeting a June 1 opening at 1318 S Main St Unit 108, Wake Forest, NC 27587. Co-owner Mina Luka, alongside partner Wael Feloboss, told Business Debut they are awaiting final health department permits as construction and equipment installation are complete.
Time running out for Cary mobile home residents forced to leave; residents demand new...
The Town of Cary is trying to help residents who are scrambling to relocate within the next three months or risk losing their homes.
CCSO Warns of Fake Court Notice Texts
Some Columbus County residents are receiving notices about toll and traffic violations in a scam that’s making the rounds, according to the sheriff’s office. The text messages contain a realistic notice claiming to be from the Wake County courts, demanding immediate payment for an “outstanding violation.”. The...
Raleigh mayor highlights housing, transit and infrastructure projects in state of the city address
Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell used her state of the city address to highlight ongoing construction and infrastructure projects as the fast-growing city prepares to accommodate significant population increases. In her second annual address, Cowell said Raleigh has surpassed 500,000 residents and is projected to add...
Man charged with impersonating law officer, Raleigh police say
He faces charges that include impersonating a law enforcement officer, extortion, sexual battery, and kidnapping.
No Kings 3 rally set for March 28 in Clayton
CLAYTON — Indivisible Johnston County will host a rally from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at Clayton Town Square, 100 W. Main St., as part of a nationwide day of protests. All members of the public are welcome. The No Kings 3 rally is one of more...
NC courts looks to stop scam telling residents that traffic tickets are defaulted
If you have received a notice that your parking or toll ticket has defaulted, confirm before taking action because it could be a scam.

















