About RoyalTea
Originally from Warrenton, NC, RoyalTea is a dynamic radio personality, host, and media professional. Starting at Raleigh Television Network, she discovered her passion for media. Her radio journey began at East Carolina University, leading to Radio One Charlotte. Rising swiftly, she became the overnight personality for 102.5 The Block and was later promoted to weekend afternoons. Affectionately called everybody's "homegirl," RoyalTea now lights up middays on K97.5, bringing her infectious energy and love for music to listeners daily. A true radio royalty, she's a dynamic force in the industry.
RALEIGH, N.C. — Early voting is now underway across North Carolina for the state’s primary elections, which include a mix of local, state, and federal races. North Carolina is expected to be a major player this election cycle, with several contests drawing national attention. One of the most closely watched races involves the open U.S. […]
J. Cole celebrates new album by hitting the road to sell CDs directly to fans from his car trunk, reconnecting with supporters face-to-face
The ACC announced Sunday that it has fined the University of North Carolina $50,000 for violating league event security rules. The fine came after fans rushed the court at the end of Saturday’s basketball game against Duke. The incident occurred following North Carolina’s dramatic 71-68 victory over the fourth-ranked Blue Devils. With 0.4 seconds left, […]
A longtime Caribbean-inspired dining spot in Raleigh is preparing to say goodbye. Bahama Breeze, located on Wake Forest Road near Interstate 440, will permanently close its doors in early April. The closure is a part of a nationwide phaseout of the restaurant chain. Parent company Darden Restaurants announced plans Tuesday to shut down the Bahama […]
Raleigh R&B fans have something big to look forward to this summer. GRAMMY-nominated singer Ari Lennox is hitting the road in 2026, and the Triangle is officially on the list. The soulful powerhouse will bring her highly anticipated North American tour to The Ritz on Wednesday, June 3, giving local fans a chance to experience […]
North Carolina is once again under a state of emergency as the Triangle prepares for a second round of winter weather, marking the second consecutive weekend impacted by a major storm. On Thursday, Gov. Josh Stein visited a North Carolina Department of Transportation facility in Raleigh alongside state leaders from NCDOT, state emergency management, and […]
Ne-Yo and Akon announce co-headlining 'Nights Like This' global tour, bringing early 2000s R&B/hip-hop nostalgia to Raleigh in July.
Social media users are pulling 2016 nostalgia back into the spotlight, calling it one of the most iconic years in recent pop culture history. From viral music moments to unforgettable internet crazes, here’s a look back at what actually made 2016 such a memorable moment in time. Beyoncé Drops Lemonade In April 2016, Beyoncé surprised […]
Prepare your home for a major winter storm with tips on heating, pipes, supplies, and power outages.
President Donald Trump recently revisited the idea of $2,000 stimulus payments funded by tariffs during a wide-ranging interview with the New York Times. The concept, first mentioned by Trump in social media posts and interviews last November, has sparked questions about whether Americans might actually see these payments. When asked when the checks could arrive, […]
Winter isn’t over just yet! After a short stretch of spring-like weather, it’ll begin to feel a lot like winter again. With Arctic air pushing back into the region, the Triangle could be looking at another round of cold, and possibly snow, before the weekend ends. A cold front moving through Wednesday into early Thursday […]
Verizon customers across the country experienced major service disruptions Wednesday after many devices unexpectedly switched into SOS mode, leaving users unable to make calls, send texts, or access mobile data. The outage sparked frustration throughout the day as customers searched for answers and updates. Verizon later acknowledged the issue and issued a public apology, promising […]