Not many North Carolinians have heard of 988. How the state plans to change that
N.C. will install and offer free 988 signage statewide to raise awareness of the suicide and crisis lifeline and connect…
This NC destination ranks as No. 1 place for Gen Z to live. Here’s why
Raleigh, North Carolina ranks No. 1 in US for young adults in early 20s. CommercialCafe studied affordability, entry-level jobs, quality…
This NC college received a failing grade for campus free speech, report says
Wake Forest University received an F in FIRE's 2027 college free speech rankings, the only North Carolina school to fail…
Digital games drive NC lottery boom — and trim school funding share, audit finds
A state audit finds North Carolina lottery sales surged but transfers to the education fund fell as digital instant games…
Two years later, what questions do you want answered about Helene recovery?
Two years after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, what lingering problems or questions do you have? Take our short…
Raleigh council wants to rein in Glenwood South’s party scene. How they could start.
Raleigh City Council explores zoning overlays, setbacks and special-use permits to gradually disperse Glenwood South’s nightlife while boosting safety and…
Senate PAC wrongly blames NC’s Roy Cooper for Charlotte homicide
A Senate Leadership Fund ad ties the Charlotte killing of Shemar Hayes to COVID-era prison releases, prompting the family to…
Senate PAC wrongly blames NC’s Roy Cooper for Charlotte homicide
A Senate Leadership Fund ad ties the Charlotte killing of Shemar Hayes to COVID-era prison releases, prompting the family to…
Durham approves 50-home southeast project despite warnings about traffic, EMS
In a split vote, the Durham City Council approved a 50-home proposal. The project drew debate from residents who say…
Durham woman’s murder charge dismissed — but victim’s mom says she wasn’t told
Durham prosecutors dismissed a murder charge last week against Patricia Ayers, but the victim’s mother, Mary Patterson-Johnson, says she was…