Raleigh hopes the magic of bluegrass lives on downtown
When the Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival hosts its inaugural festival downtown on Friday and Saturday, organizers hope the vast majority of people won't notice much of anything new at all. Why it matters: After more than a decade in the City of Oaks, the International Bluegrass Music Association's annual...
LIST: New foods you will see at the 2025 NC State Fair
Prepare to feast your eyes and your appetites because the North Carolina State Fair plans to introduce dozens of new mouth-watering food options this year.
Raleigh property with wine wall, 16-car garage space featured on Triangle Parade of Homes
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The Triangle Parade of Homes begins this weekend with dozens of newly constructed homes across the Triangle open for the public to tour. However, before the doors are ever open, CBS17’s Bill Young is taking you on an exclusive tour of five very impressive entries.
Shaw University Student Awarded National Black Radio Hall Of Fame, Charlotte Chapter
Charlotte, NC—The Charlotte Chapter of the National Black Radio Hall of Fame proudly announces that Jevon Draft, a dedicated Mass Communications student at Shaw university in Raleigh, NC, has been awarded a $750 NBRHOF, Charlotte Chapter Scholarship. Mr. Draft was recognized and selected by Titus Burrell, Shaw...
Petition: Shut Down Puppy Mills – Ban Raleigh Breeder From Owning Animals
Authorities in Raleigh, North Carolina, rescued 101 dogs from a horrific puppy mill where animals were allegedly crammed into filthy crates, left in their own waste, and suffering with painfully matted fur. Many had no blankets, toys, or comfort of any kind. Puppy mills like this are nothing more than profit-driven...
Defense plans to blame medication, ‘diminished capacity’ in Hedingham mass shooting case
Attorneys for Austin Thompson will use claims of "diminished capacity -- and intoxication blamed on prescribed medication, court documents show.
Bullet-riddled SUV remains in Durham neighborhood weeks after shooting, and neighbors are perturbed
People in south Durham say they're tired of the shot-up SUV in their neighborhood, a daily reminder of violent crime.
One person arrested in connection to deadly fentanyl overdose in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A Wake County woman has been arrested in connection with the fatal overdose of a man earlier this year, according to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a home off Panther Lake Road on March 29, where they found 39-year-old Matthew Godbold unresponsive. Investigators suspected an...
A look at the newest food items coming to the N.C. State Fair
RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - Every year, vendors from across North Carolina show off their latest unique dishes at the North Carolina State Fair. This year’s fair will be no different, featuring over 50 new food options for fairgoers to try from Oct. 16-26 at North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh.
Are airports affected by the government shutdown? What to know about CLT, RDU
Officials at North Carolina’s two largest airports say there won’t be any disruptions to flights during the government shutdown. The city of Charlotte expects “minimal” impacts in the short-term, including no immediate impact to Charlotte Douglas International Airport operations, a spokesperson for the city told The...















