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NORTH CAROLINA — While North Carolina is better known for mild winters, measurable snowfall is possible in the state during January based on long-term weather records. Historical data from the National Weather Service shows that January is typically the coldest month of the year in North Carolina, making it the most...

On Nov. 23, Mayor Janet Cowell and Visit Raleigh held a celebration for local MICHELIN-recognized restaurants at the new Trophy Five Points. The MICHELIN Guide American South launched in 2025 with 14 Raleigh-area restaurants listed for their exceptional dining options: Brewery Bhavana, Brodeto, Crawford and Son,...

PRINCETON — A Middlesex man was arrested early December 23 after deputies say he was caught stealing materials from a construction site near Princeton. According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 5:47 a.m. to a report of a suspicious pickup truck backed into the driveway of a home...

A beloved bookstore has reopened, preserving its mission to keep its community at its center.

One North Carolina restaurant in Charlotte has earned one of food’s highest honors. But the Triangle didn’t get completely left off the map. Plus, what the news and various Michelin lists and guides say you should check out in the state and region. Drew Jackson, food and restaurant...

First Night Raleigh is our area’s biggest New Year’s Eve party. Every year, thousands gather for the art installations, carnival rides and live music — counting down to the beloved midnight Acorn Drop. The party starts in the afternoon and wraps up just after midnight (though an earlier, kid-friendly celebration...

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – Police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect who crashed into a coffee shop in Durham late Monday night, officials said. According to the Durham Police Department, officers responded around 10:44 p.m. to a reported hit-and-run on the 3800 block of Guess Road, the same address as the Starbucks...

In the line of duty, recognition often comes from the day-to-day grind, the commitment to values that form the bedrock of law enforcement. Such is the case for Officer E.D.J. Marcotte of the Raleigh Police Department, who was recently honored with the North District HEART Award. This commendation is not one given...

Growing up, my abuela’s kitchen was where I first fell in love with the smoky scent of chili roasting and the tang of fresh lime. They’ve become my modern-day comfort. In 2026, the state’s love for bold flavors is stronger than ever, with chefs weaving traditional recipes into vibrant, innovative dishes.

A man faces multiple charges related to a motor vehicle accident which occurred in September of last year. Two Dickson County residents were killed in the accident. The county’s grand jury indicted James Paul Hilliard, 34, Garner, North Carolina, on two counts of vehicular homicide and one count of aggravated assault...