Online fundraiser launched as historic Wake County house faces demolition
The house was once the home of a couple that rose to prominence during the Segregation Era.
Raleigh Police and Firefighters Swap Badges for Cards in Community Engagement Effort
In a community-focused endeavor that has residents talking, the Raleigh Police Department, alongside local firefighters, put down their badges and hoses for playing cards and dominos instead. This recent initiative was part of an engagement effort with the city's active adults at Redeeming Love Baptist Church. The...
Person hit by car, smashing windshield, near Peace Street in Raleigh, police say
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — No charges were filed by police after a person was accidentally hit by a car early Sunday morning in Raleigh. According to the Raleigh Police Department, the incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. on the corner of Governor Hill’s Lane and Peace Street near Glenwood Avenue.
Raleigh City Council Strategizes on Smart Growth and Housing Diversity for Future Population Boom
The Raleigh City Council has been busy at its fall working retreat, with discussions centered on shaping the city's future amidst expected population growth. According to a social media post by the City of Raleigh - Government, the council reviewed updates on Raleigh's Comprehensive Plan, a guide designed to manage...
William Peace University Receives Record $5 Million Gift
RALEIGH, NC – William Peace University (WPU) announced last week it has received the largest single gift in the institution's history: a $5 million donation from the estate of alumna Mrs. Peggy (Garner) Britt, class of 1956. The historic gift is designated entirely for scholarships, fulfilling Britt's explicit goal...
Wake County, City of Raleigh seeking submissions for hospitality tax revenues
In the past dozen years, 18 projects have been funded, totaling $21.12 million, including $1 million to Ting Park in 2013.
Decorate with porch pumpkin services in Raleigh
Skip the pumpkin patch and hire these local decorating businesses to come and spruce up your landscaping with a seasonal touch this fall in the form of porch pumpkins.
Trunk or Treat at Highland United Methodist Church Oct. 29
Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a trunk or treat on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. There will be a FREE hot dog supper at 6:30 p.m. and the trunks will open at 6:30 p.m. Fall is looking great...
People Drive From All Over North Carolina To Eat At This Iconic BBQ Joint
In the heart of Raleigh sits a barbecue institution so legendary that folks will happily drive hours just for a plate of their smoky, tender pork. Clyde Cooper’s Barbecue isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a pilgrimage site for barbecue devotees and a living museum of North Carolina culinary heritage.
The Brisket Sandwich At This North Carolina BBQ Joint Is So Good, You’ll Dream...
Tucked away in a sleek black brick building in Raleigh, Longleaf Swine is serving up brisket sandwiches so transcendent they’ll haunt your taste memories long after the last bite disappears. In a state where barbecue debates can end friendships and start feuds, this Raleigh gem has accomplished something remarkable...

















