Once neglected, Mr. Pickles finds a second chance at life and love

Elm City water outage renews frustration about quality concerns, Town says fixes are on the way

Last week, a water outage left the town without water for hours, renewing concerns among residents who say they’ve spent years dealing with discolored, foul-smelling water and repeated notices about water quality problems.

Michael Whatley holds campaign roundtable on 'No Tax on Tips' as Senate race heats up

North Carolina's Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, Michael Whatley, says he wants tipped workers in North Carolina to keep more of their money. He is supporting a bill making its way through the statehouse to remove tax on tips and overtime.

Robeson County woman declared dead by judge after 2015 disappearance

Sara Graham, who went missing in 2015 in Robeson County, has legally been declared dead, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said.

42 dogs improperly euthanized at Harnett animal shelter, state says

The Harnett County Animal Shelter was fined thousands of dollars after a state report claimed dozens of animals were euthanized inhumanely.

Court appearance postponed for man arrested in decades-old sexual assault cold case

Reginald Taylor, 48, was initially set to appear in court on Wednesday. He was arrested after he was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in December 2001.

Wake County deputies arrest Raleigh man in connection with early morning stabbing

Wake County sheriff’s deputies have arrested Felipe Soto in connection with a stabbing that left two people seriously injured early Sunday morning in Raleigh.

Morris Grove Elementary School dismissed early due to a power outage caused by a fallen tree

Morris Grove Elementary School dismissed at 12:30pm Wednesday after a tree fell on power lines causing a power outage at the school.

Mordecai Beverage Co. announces closure after six years in Raleigh

The Crabtree Boulevard brewery posted on Instagram to announce it will be shutting its doors, thanking the community for its support.

Woman assaulted at west Charlotte home, strangled in front of children

WCNC reports nearly a dozen police cars responded to a west Charlotte neighborhood Tuesday evening after a woman was assaulted outside and inside her home.

State fines Harnett animal shelter over euthanization practices

The Harnett County Animal Shelter was fined thousands of dollars after a state report claimed dozens of animals were euthanized inhumanely.

Another home collapses into Atlantic, the 20th to fall in Buxton since September 2025

Another oceanfront home in the Outer Banks collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean overnight despite efforts by Dare County to buy the property before it fell.

One injured in Cary shooting, another in custody, police say

Cary police are investigating a shooting in the 1200 block of Brickfield Drive that injured one person.

Higher bills: Duke Energy holding public meeting in Durham on proposed energy rate hikes

Duke Energy customers across the state will have a chance to share their thoughts about a possible increase to their power bills.

Four people charged with rioting after fight at Raleigh adventure park

Four people face charges after a March 8 fight at the Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Raleigh. Police found a large group of people outside arguing.

After Uber driver's killing, family pushes for stronger rideshare safety laws in North Carolina

The family of a North Carolina rideshare driver who was killed while working is renewing its push for stronger safety protections for drivers and greater accountability from rideshare companies.

Police: Father charged with killing 9-week-old daughter in Dunn

According to the Dunn Police Department, officers received reports of an unresponsive infant around 4:30 p.m. Monday, who had been taken to Betsy Johnson Hospital.

Dismembered body found last year near Falls Lake identified in new search warrant

According to the search warrant, investigators believe the body found was that of Brittany Elizabeth Wilkinson.

Raleigh water usage was up as Falls Lake water levels continue to fall during drought

Raleigh water customers used about 2 million gallons of water more last week amid an ongoing drought and citywide restrictions. Last week Raleigh water customers on average used about 61.9 gallons of water per day, which is up from 59.7 million gallons of water used the week before.

Amtrak passenger train moving again after hitting tractor-trailer in downtown Durham

An Amtrak passenger train hit a tractor-trailer in downtown Durham late Tuesday morning.

Overturned cement truck blocks Hodge Road at I-87 ramp in Knightdale

An overturned truck is blocking Hodge Road at the entrance ramp to Interstate 87 southbound in Knightdale.

Sentencing delayed in killing of downtown Raleigh restaurant manager

The sentencing of Tyrell Moore for the fatal 2023 assault of Raleigh restaurant manager David Millette in Glenwood South was abruptly delayed Monday after Moore fell ill and required EMT medical attention in the courtroom.

Clayton teen claims high school diploma withheld after graduation speech touched on ICE, genocide

During the graduation ceremony for Clayton High School on Thursday, May 28, Leen Hijaz delivered the welcome speech. As she reached the closing remarks of her speech, Hijaz began speaking about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Palestine.

Raleigh residents to weigh in on increase in property taxes

Residents are expected to show up at Raleigh City Hall on Tuesday to voice their opinions on property tax increases in the city of Raleigh.

NC lawmakers weigh social media restrictions for teens under 16

A bill before North Carolina lawmakers would ban social media accounts for children under 14, require parental consent for 14- and 15-year-olds, and impose penalties on companies that fail to comply.

Dunn police investigating 9-week-old girl's death, ask SBI for assistance

According to the Dunn Police Department, officers are investigating the death of an infant in the 300 block of West Broad Street.

Confusion after utility reports high uranium in Knightdale's water ... again

Four months after getting a notice about high levels of uranium in the drinking water, neighbors in Knightdale are on edge after receiving a letter reporting high uranium levels again.

Auditor: Benson dipped into its general fund to make up for utility fund losses, leading to deficit

An independent audit of the town of Benson found the town dipped into its general fund to make up for losses in the utility fund for several years in a row.

Neglected Chatham County dog making 'remarkable' recovery one month after rescue, deputies say

Mr. Pickles, dog found by Chatham County Sheriff's deputies in horrible shape after years of neglect, makes an incredible turnaround.

Sinkhole closes Yonkers Road in Raleigh for days

A large sinkhole in the middle of the road has closed part of Yonkers Road in Raleigh.

Woman drowns in Cary pond

A woman drowned at a pond in Cary on Monday afternoon.

Fact-check: Rubio says Cuba electricity blackouts due to mismanagement, not U.S. oil blockade

"The real reason you don’t have electricity, fuel or food is because those who control your country have plundered billions of dollars, but nothing has been used to help the people," U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.

Two hospitalized, hundreds lose power after Glenwood Avenue crash at Five Points

Crews said at least 300 customers lost power after a vehicle hit a utility pole overnight. Two people in the vehicle were taken to the hospital for serious injuries.

WakeMed officer charged with kidnapping, assault scheduled to appear in court

Jeremy Lee Bohne, 39, was arrested on Friday and faces kidnapping and assault charges.

Best senior prank ever: NC high school students sneak into prinicpal's home, blast music

Imagine you're a high school principal woken up by your own students inside your own home. That's what happened to Northwest Guilford High School Principal Dr. Brian Muller Wednesday morning.

Man arrested in Mount Airy after manhunt, charged with killing Virginia deputy

A man was arrested on Sunday after a days-long manhunt, with authorities saying he killed a sheriff's deputy in Virginia.

Crews respond to a structure fire in Raleigh

Raleigh firefighters responded to a structure fire Sunday night.

Halifax Co. sheriff: Man charged with statutory rape after search for child in Roanoke Rapids

A man is facing sex crime charges on Sunday after deputies with the Halifax County Sheriff's Office found a missing child.

Red Cross: Critical need for blood and platelet donors as summer approaches

When scheduled blood donations account for 90% of all blood donations the American Red Cross receives, it turns into a problem when the number of people showing up decreases.

Hurricane season begins June 1: What to know

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins Monday, June 1.

Serious crash shuts down I-40 at Harrison Avenue in Cary

WRAL News is working to learn more about a serious crash that closed a section of Interstate 40 in Cary late Saturday night.

Warrant: WakeMed officer charged with kidnapping and assault held woman at gunpoint

Jeremy Lee Bohne, 39, was arrested on Friday and faces kidnapping and assault charges.

Men stabbed in southern Wake County hospitalized with severe injuries

Two men are recovering from an overnight stabbing in Wake County.

Police: Girl expected to be OK after hit by car in Raleigh

Raleigh police said a group of four children were running across the road near the intersection of Buffaloe and Forestville roads, Officers said a girl was hit, but is expected to be OK.

Canes merchandise fly off shelves as fan search for new gear ahead of Stanley Cup Final

Just one day after the Canes' victory in the Eastern Conference Final, fans are now flocking to stores searching for new gear and game-day essentials. Some fans tell WRAL News, they've been waiting for this moment for years.

Vance County teen charged with first-degree murder, deputies search for other suspects

The 17-year-old is accused of shooting and killing 33-year-old James Boggs of Henderson, according to the Vance County Sheriff's Office.

'Do the right thing': Wake County teens learning ways to avoid dangers behind the wheel

Wake County Sheriff's office and Fuquay-Varina police partnered with StreetSafe to show young drivers real-life scenarios of what could go wrong when behind the wheel.

SBI investigates Shelby police officer for excessive force

The SBI is investigating a Shelby police officer on reports of excessive force.

Warrant: Wilson man charged with kidnapping and assault held woman at gunpoint, took her cellphone

A Wilson man is facing kidnapping and assault charges.

NC State gets approval to tear down Poe Hall

North Carolina State University is moving forward with plans to tear down Poe Hall.

New nature preserve opens near Raleigh with hiking and mountain biking trails

A new 65-acre nature preserve with nearly four miles of trails is now open to the public in Wake Forest.