Politics & GovernmentConcord listed as potential site for ICE warehouse. City says it’s unaware of plansThe mayor of the Cabarrus County city told the Observer he’s “anxious to learn more” about the situation.Updated February 20, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Here’s a list of 7+ playgrounds & parks in the Triangle for the whole familyUpdated February 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Is a photo company used by NC schools tied to the Epstein files? What to knowUpdated February 20, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Why did a 15-year-old open fire on Hedingham? The question that haunts RaleighUpdated February 20, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Durham suddenly halts zoning code overhaul after property owner lawsuit threatsUpdated February 20, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Land swap years in the making will create easier entrance to Umstead State ParkFebruary 20, 2026 at 2:48 PM
North CarolinaKim Thomas murder suspect appears in Charlotte court, 35 years after her deathUpdated February 20, 2026 at 5:08 PM
LocalDurham suddenly halts zoning code overhaul after property owner lawsuit threatsUpdated February 20, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Asked & AnsweredHere’s a list of 7+ playgrounds & parks in the Triangle for the whole familyUpdated February 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
EducationIs a photo company used by NC schools tied to the Epstein files? What to knowUpdated February 20, 2026 at 4:53 PM
North CarolinaDispute outside Cracker Barrel ends with man run down in parking lot, NC cops sayUpdated February 20, 2026 at 4:07 PM
HomepageSBI probing Kentucky distillery tour taken by NC lawmakers and lobbyistsUpdated February 20, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Food & DrinkNew sushi & burrito restaurants (+ a sports bar) are opening in DurhamFebruary 20, 2026 at 2:58 PM
HomepageLand swap years in the making will create easier entrance to Umstead State ParkFebruary 20, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Asked & AnsweredMany NC residents are shocked by higher energy bills this month. Here’s whyFebruary 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM
CrimeThe unanswered questions of why a 15-year-old opened fire at HedinghamFebruary 20, 2026 at 12:28 PM
National‘A war room’: Inside Epstein’s campaign to influence public opinionUpdated February 20, 2026 at 12:05 PM
North CarolinaThis is the 1 place everyone should visit in NC, Southern Living saysFebruary 20, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Business3 new stores are opening in the Triangle, including at Crabtree mallFebruary 20, 2026 at 11:50 AM
LocalThe Newsagents, coffee shop & used book and vinyl store opens in downtown RaleighFebruary 20, 2026 at 11:43 AM
BusinessNew coffee shop & used book and vinyl store opens in downtown RaleighFebruary 20, 2026 at 11:43 AM
BusinessThe NC zoning law no one saw coming (including many who voted for it)Updated February 20, 2026 at 11:21 AM
National PoliticsTrump disregards military tradition with partisan speech at Fort BraggFebruary 20, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Politics & GovernmentPresident Trump flouts military tradition with partisan Fort Bragg speechUpdated February 20, 2026 at 11:03 AM
North CarolinaThis NC destination is the No. 1 ‘most desirable’ place to live, US report findsFebruary 20, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Orange CountyPlans inch forward for closing 2 Chapel Hill-Carrboro schools; 5 on the tableUpdated February 20, 2026 at 10:36 AM
ElectionsAre you one of the voters NC contacted about their registration? Here's what you need to know.Updated February 20, 2026 at 10:28 AM
CrimePolice officer injured in shootout with Garner murder suspect Thursday nightUpdated February 20, 2026 at 9:40 AM
North CarolinaCrash reveals driver is MS-13 member accused of homicide, kidnapping, NC cops sayUpdated February 20, 2026 at 9:05 AM
