Local
1,4-dioxane leaked into a local waterway. Why it took days to notify the public
Updated July 28, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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Wake County
$7.4K at Panera Bread, tens of thousands on fine-dining: Cary’s pattern of food spending
July 23, 2026 at 10:07 AM
Crime
Wake County man charged with raping wife, gets prison time in plea deal. Here’s why.
July 23, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Education
We read 5 popular books some NC legislators want banned from school libraries
July 23, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Local
A Black teen found hanged near Charlotte church was a suicide, police say. Questions remain
Updated July 23, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Education
Wake lays out options, reveals price tag for emergency repairs at 3 unsafe schools
Updated July 22, 2026 at 9:10 AM
Business
NC lawmakers again pledge money to help private jet company expand in Eastern NC
Updated July 21, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Food & Drink
‘Black buildup’ and ‘pink slime’ at Durham chain restaurant: latest inspections
July 21, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Orange County
Orange County board accepts new member, who should be shoo-in for November vote
Updated July 28, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Local
700 NC residents lost more than $8.4 million in 2025 to this fraud. Here’s how
July 20, 2026 at 7:10 AM
Wake County
Why Raleigh can’t easily regulate Glenwood South nightlife district
Updated July 22, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Real Estate News
New federal housing law aims to improve affordability. Will it help the Triangle?
Updated July 18, 2026 at 9:53 AM
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