Raleigh chef’s creativity shines with Iftar menu
Ramadan ends Friday night at sundown, bringing an end to Raleigh restaurant Peregrine's unforgettable nightly Iftar feasts, which I hope the year-old restaurant makes a tradition. Why it matters: Peregrine chef and co-owner Saif Rahman drew from his Bangladeshi heritage in crafting the multi-course menu. Zoom in:...
🚌 Multiple Wake County Transportation Jobs Paying Up to $100K+
Wake County’s transportation scene is rolling strong this month — from local dump truck gigs to high-paying OTR routes and even a state pilot role. Here are several solid options if you’re ready to get behind the wheel (or the yoke).
11 North Carolina Spring Festivals Where The Food Is The Real Star
Some states have festivals. North Carolina has traditions. Every spring, the whole state shifts into a different gear. Smoke rises from barbecue pits, berry fields open their gates, and downtown streets fill with hungry crowds. These are not afterthought events with a few food stalls on the side. The food...
Gunfire Slams GoRaleigh Bus On Garner Road, Riders Rattled But Safe
A routine Tuesday night ride on Garner Road turned tense when gunfire hit a GoRaleigh bus, leaving three passengers shaken but unhurt, according to Garner police. Officers responded around 8:30 p.m. after reports of shots fired and discovered the bus had been struck. A 911 call about the incident came in at about the...
Come Saturday, Refresh Your Space Without the Sticker Shock
Your living room called, and it’s officially bored with that winter aesthetic. If your humble abode needs a seasonal glow-up, head over to the Unleashed Furniture warehouse on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This isn’t your typical showroom stroll—they are throwing open the warehouse doors to the public for a massive...
Raleigh Parents Accused Of Hot-Water Horror On 11-Year-Old
Raleigh police arrested Tamara and Christopher Ross on Thursday after investigators say the couple poured scalding hot water on their 11-year-old child, leaving the child with severe burns and holding them against their will. Police say an active investigation into the incident is underway. According to WRAL, a video...
North Carolina could vote on property tax constitutional amendment this November
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The future of property taxes across North Carolina could be in the hands of voters this November, as the General Assembly considers a constitutional amendment to limit property tax increases. “I think anything that limits taxes is probably a good idea,” said homeowner Brian Wilson. A State...
Fursday: Meet Bonnie from APS Pet Adoptions!
Don’t you love my perfect Dorito ears?!? I promise there’s a whole lot more to love about me, too! I’m a total sweetheart who might start out a little shy at first, but it won’t take a minute until I’m asking you for lots of gentle affection and you’ll see my winning personality shine 🌟!
Downtime roundup: Forest Fest is April 18 in downtown Wake Forest
Discover upcoming Wake Forest events: Forest Fest April 18, a free Comic Book & Toy Expo March 21, and food truck opportunities for the July 3 Fireworks Spectacular.
Car slams into tree, bursts into flames in Clayton
A car slammed into a tree and burst into flames early Thursday on East Garner Road near Pine Hollow Drive, authorities said.

















