Durham teen charged in deadly crash while fleeing deputies held on $1.5M bond: Records
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A teenager charged with causing a deadly crash while fleeing from law enforcement last week made his first appearance in Durham County Court on Monday, records show. Kevin Aljeandro Ruiz-Gomez, 18, of Durham, was arrested on Friday in connection with a crash Thursday night, according...
“It’s surreal”: Inside the governor’s mansion with North Carolina First Lady Anna Stein
RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - Imagine moving from the home you raised your three children in to a 35,000 square foot mansion. That’s what Anna Stein and her husband, Josh, had to do after he was elected Governor of North Carolina last November. While her husband was elected to the...
With “Guys and Dolls,” a Cast of Local Actors Sees a Jazzy Second Act
In 1993, Allison Lawrence and Rick Meadows acted opposite each other in Raleigh Little Theatre’s production of Guys and Dolls, playing long-term engaged duo Adelaide, a showgirl and hopeless romantic, and Nathan, a gambler who loves her almost as much as he loves his vice. 32 years later, Lawrence...
Raleigh Drivers Advised of South Bloodworth Street Closure Starting October 13 for Infrastructure Project
Heads up, Raleigh commuters: the 600 Block of South Bloodworth Street is getting shut down for a stretch. Commencing October 13, the area between East South Street and East Lenoir Street will be fully off-limits for vehicles as the city kicks off a capital improvement project. You'll need to plan ahead if you usually...
New Cafe on White Street Has a Story to Tell
Located in the former cozy, and coveted home of Lemon Tree Cafe - within the busy building it shares with The Burger Shop — and open to rave reviews since June 3 — Cherry, 29, and her family, have created a new Downtown destination loved by all who walk through their doors.
Full list of Durham National Night Out events, locations and times
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Many police departments and sheriff’s offices typically observe National Night Out on the first Tuesday in August. But, Durham decided to hold the special event in early October when the temperature is cooler. National Night Out is an annual community-building event to mark the...
Durham County Sheriff’s Office launches new phone app and survey
'DCSO App' provides real-time information and direct communication between residents and the sheriff's office.
Popular Mexican chain opening new restaurant in buzzy Raleigh development
A Mexican restaurant chain with several locations in North Carolina is expanding its Triangle footprint. Mezcalito is under construction at The Exchange , a mixed-use development in Raleigh’s Midtown area, the restaurant announced on social media. Known for its traditional Mexican dishes including tacos and ceviche,...
Inflation and federal cuts make N.C. food pantries hungry for help
Food pantries are working with fewer resources to meet a higher demand. The Consumer Price Index shows the U.S. inflation rate rose to 2.9% in August compared to 2.7% in July. It’s a team effort to tackle the rising costs while still trying to help those in need. The...
Bus driver, 3 students injured after Wake County school bus hits fallen tree limb,...
The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. in Wendell on Doc Proctor Road near Edgemont Road.
