North Carolina historic house-turned-restaurant named top spot for fine dining: TripAdvisor
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The new list of best places to eat in 2025 from TripAdvisor, and one of the restaurants listed holds a piece of history in downtown Raleigh. Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern was listed among the top restaurants in the country for fine dining. TripAdvisor ranked it third out of ten restaurants...
Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District Celebrates 60 Years of Environmental Stewardship
Six decades of commitment to land and water conservation in Wake County has just hit a celebratory milestone. Celebrating its 60th year, Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District honored locals who are committed to keeping Wake County's natural resources pristine, according to a statement obtained by Wake...
Fires, burns from cell phone batteries overheating on the rise, fire department warns
Across the country, incidents involving lithium-ion batteries getting hot and catching fire are on the rise.
Train hits and kills pedestrian in Smithfield
The deadly incident happened at 12:38 p.m. near S 9th Street and E Johnston Street.
Ashanti alert canceled for woman abducted in Raleigh
An Ashanti Alert was issued for a missing Raleigh woman early Saturday morning.
Wake County schools principal and assistant principal of the year
Wake County schools principal and assistant principal of the year. On Oct. 2, Mariah Walker of Wake Young Women’s Leadership Academy was named the 2025-26 principal of the year. Walker has two decades of experience in the Wake County Public School System. Prior to the Leadership Academy, she was...
Castle Rat at Chapel of Bones in Raleigh, NC
Castle Rat’s triumphant return to Chapel of Bones delivered a heroic and theatrical spectacle of epic proportions, once again expanding and defending the Realm. Chapel of Bones is a small 200-ish person venue that serves as a coffee shop during the day, home to all genres of metal performances at night. On a...
Free Family-Focused Fall Festival Awaits at Worthdale Community Center in Raleigh on October 21
Mark your calendars for some family fun as the Worthdale Community Center gears up for its annual Fall Festival, a no-cost event promising a cast of carnival games, light bites, and a bounty of candy while supplies last — an evening designed for laughter, amusement, and embodying the spirit of togetherness.
State Fair announces special days for 2025
The N.C. State Fair returns Oct. 16-26, 2025, with special themed days offering discounts and unique events for students, seniors, veterans, families, and those seeking a sensory-friendly experience.
Wake County Sheriff’s Office Launches Mobile App to Enhance Public Safety and Communication
The Wake County Sheriff's Office has taken community engagement to the digital realm with the launch of their new mobile app – a tool designed to foster connectivity and safety. In a world where immediacy is paramount, Wake County residents now have swift access to a variety of law enforcement services and...

















