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Speeding might feel like second nature to some drivers, but North Carolina officials are making it clear: it’s not worth the risk. This week, law enforcement across the state is stepping up patrols as part of a new traffic safety campaign called “Speeding Catches Up With You.” The push, which runs through Sunday, was launched […]

Do you have large items that won’t fit in your trash cart? The Town offers a bulky item collection service at no cost to residents. You must complete the online form to request this service. How does it work? • Submit the online request form by Friday at 5:00 pm: www.fuquay-varina.org/BulkyRequest. • Place your item […]

A pedal-powered pub is making its way across Fayetteville. The Trolley Pub experience, located in larger North Carolina cities like Raleigh and Wilmington, has made its way to the downtown social district of Fayetteville. Trolley Pub is a pedal-powered portable bar on wheels, with a Pub conductor in the main seat. It provides a unique […]

The Raleigh Police Department believes knowing your neighbors is the foundation for a safer community. National Night Out is an annual event focused on strengthening the relationship between the community and law enforcement. The event promotes neighborhood camaraderie to create a more caring and vibrant place to live. The event, always on the first Tuesday […]

Slow Down North Carolina has launched a new weeklong traffic safety initiative aimed at curbing speeding and aggressive driving. The campaign, titled “Speeding Catches Up With You,” began Monday and will run through Sunday. Led by the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program in partnership with law enforcement agencies across the state, the campaign is […]

As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.

Donald Trump calls for Washington Commanders & Cleveland Guardians to revert to Redskins, sparking debate over sports team name changes

Robbie Pardlo, best known as a member of the Grammy-nominated R&B group City High, passed away on July 17 at the age of 46.

The DOJ is recommending a one-day jail sentence and supervised release for Brett Hankison, who violated Breonna Taylor's civil rights.

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is set to visit Chapel Hill this afternoon to assess flood damage. Governor Stein declared a state of emergency in response to Tropical Storm Chantal. Governor Stein’s emergency declaration covers 13 counties, including Wake, Chatham, Durham, Lee, Moore, Orange, Person, and Alamance. The declaration aims to help storm victims receive […]

Crime

More than 25 cars were broken into this past weekend at five different church locations in Raleigh, prompting police to warn residents to secure their vehicles, even while worshipping. Among the targeted locations was Highland United Methodist Church, where Rev. Kevin Quick said the break-ins happened during their Sunday morning youth celebration service. “We were […]

Talia Jones was arrested in Minnesota on July 15 and charged with facilitation of first-degree murder of Project Pat's son.