Fourth of July parade led by a four-legged hero who escaped an alligator’s mouth
North Carolina’s southeastern corner is habitat for alligators who sometimes attack, but this dog endured a deep bite before his…
Here’s a list of free food giveaways in the Triangle for the Fourth of July
Raleigh-area restaurants and doughnut shops are offering free and discounted food to celebrate the Fourth of July in 2026. Krispy…
Raises for teachers, police and state workers in NC budget. Here’s the breakdown
The new NC budget raises starting teacher pay to $48,000, gives average teacher raises of 8%, 3% for most state…
Why is healthcare so expensive? A bipartisan NC group will tackle rising costs
Gov. Josh Stein ordered a bipartisan Health Care Affordability Commission in Raleigh to examine rising health care costs, Medicaid funding…
NC budget draft gives Charlotte last chance to change I-77 toll vote before payback
The proposed North Carolina state budget released Tuesday includes amendment to make Charlotte, others on CRTPO who opposed I-77 South…
Americans have $1.68 trillion in auto debt. How much do North Carolinians owe?
Across the country, people are taking on more auto debt in loans and leases. Here’s how much auto debt North…
How to help Venezuela from NC: Reputable fundraisers, local organizations
Read where to donate money or emergency supplies for Venezuela earthquake relief, plus vetted organizations coordinating search, rescue and humanitarian…
Here is NC’s overdue budget: Read the documents about spending of your tax money
The overdue state budget bill and committee report reveal billions in spending, specifics on raises and projects, and next steps…
Here’s a list of free food giveaways in the Triangle for the Fourth of July
Raleigh-area restaurants and doughnut shops are offering free and discounted food to celebrate the Fourth of July in 2026. Krispy…
A single mom in Durham needed help. Now, she offers free childcare to families.
The National Emergency Child Care Network was founded by a single mom of three boys in Durham. The group offers…