Viral TikTok sparks safety concerns on NC State Fair kids rides. What we learned
Wooden blocks under a ride at the North Carolina State Fair went viral on TikTok with some worried about ride…
JD Vance joked protester was here illegally. He says he was born and raised in NC
At a Hendersonville rally, VP JD Vance joked about ‘illegal’ status after Victor Quebrado Perez, born and raised in North…
Wake has changed the 2027 student assignment plan. See what’s new for families
Wake County updated its 2027 student assignment plan, adding and dropping reassignments after parent feedback; final vote set for Nov.…
Katie Ellen stood by Hedgepeth’s accused killer. After her death, her mom does too
A video played during Faith Hedgepeth murder trial revealed a friendship between Miguel Salguero Olivares and Katie Ellen and another…
A politician’s unwanted advances and a viral fair video: Top N&O stories today
Catch up on top News & Observer stories for Oct. 20, 2026, including Mike Causey allegations, UNC's Trump deal and…
Ex-wife drops lawsuit against Triangle area oil company executive’s new wife
The alienation of affection claim tied to Gaines Oil Company was voluntarily dismissed in Chatham County court, preventing the suit…
How much will Duke’s ACC title win over Virginia affect the football rematch?
Duke and Virginia meet at Scott Stadium Friday in an ACC rematch shaped by injuries, short weeks and last season’s…
Trump campaigns in NC as battleground district shifts toward Democrats
President Trump visits Greenville to stump for Michael Whatley and Laurie Buckhout as supporters gather at Pitt-Greenville Airport ahead of…
NASCAR Hall of Famer diagnosed with CTE, first known case in racecar driver
NASCAR Hall of Famer Fred Lorenzen has been diagnosed posthumously with Stage 3 CTE, the first known case in a…
This NC town again ranks in the top 1% of best small cities in the US
Where’s the best place to call home? WalletHub studied affordability, jobs, population growth. Raleigh, North Carolina suburb is in top…