Some NC restaurants advertising ‘wild-caught’ shrimp aren’t actually selling it
A consulting firm tested the DNA of shrimp served at 22 restaurants on North Carolina’s coast to see which served…
Liquor warehouse plan shelved + A duel over a local castle: Monday’s top stories
A rundown of top News & Observer stories for July 20, 2026, from a stalled NC liquor warehouse to a…
Cyclosporiasis case update in Wake County: Outbreak increases
Wake County updates show nearly 300 cyclospora cases; health officials advise careful produce cleaning and testing for suspected infections with…
Handcuffed activists, dead dogwoods, Velvet Cloak — This day in Triangle history
The Rev. William Barber II led protests over resegregation of Wake County schools, Raleigh lost hundreds of dogwoods on the…
Morgan Wallen Concertgoer Accused of Urinating on Man and His Family
A Morgan Wallen concertgoer is accused of urinating on a man and members of his family during the country singer's…
‘Tampering’ or not, top receiver confident in choice to remain with UNC football
UNC football wide receiver Jordan Shipp says he ignored coaches calls, offers midseason, prioritizing family in Chapel Hill and development…
The potential bias lurking behind 'best credit card' website rankings
Choosing the right credit card has become increasingly difficult.
North Carolina lawmakers have changed teacher licensure laws. What to know
North Carolina's new state budget overhauls teacher licensure rules, easing requirements to help schools recruit & retain educators amid turnover.…
Jelly Roll's Daughter Says Internet Will 'Crumble' Over Reason for Divorce
Jelly Roll's daughter, Bailee Ann, is spilling some serious tea about her father's divorce from Bunnie Xo.