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Best ice cream in North Carolina

It's hard to find bad ice cream -- but when it's good, it's so good! We've been taste-testing to find the best locally made ice cream in the area.

Rising costs change date night choices

A recent survey found the high cost of a night on the town is turning singles off.

Weekend best bets: Animazement, Taste of Soul, NC Sugar Rush festival

May is a busy month for festivals and fun. If you're staying in town, this Memorial Day weekend features festivals like Animazement, Taste of Soul, a dessert event and more.

Durham still paying price, seeking answers two years after Bimbe booking breakdown

Two years after the headliner for a Durham festival no-showed, the city is still recouping the money it paid for the appearance. WRAL has also asked what steps have been taken to ensure the 2024 issues aren't repeated.

Raleigh car-free day guide: Bikes, scooters, skates and hidden downtown gems

WRAL climate reporter Liz McLaughlin and creator Allison Reynolds spent a car-free day exploring Raleigh by bike, scooter and skates. Here’s their itinerary.

May is North Carolina Wine Month: Explore NC's award-winning wineries

Every May, more than 190 wineries across North Carolina open their doors for a month of special events, tastings and promotions.

New website shows real-time parking availability at NC beaches

PivotGO! shows parking availability at Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Surf City before drivers leave their homes.

Durham among CNN's 25 most underrated US destinations

Disney World, Times Square and Yellowstone National Park can be packed to the rafters with tourists. But there are plenty of other places across the United States that continue to fly beneath the travel radar.

Foodie News: Events and openings to look forward to in May

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest: new breweries and restaurants to look forward to.

These NC Airbnbs are perfect for 'Star Wars' fans

These "Star Wars" Airbnbs are perfect for fans looking to travel to a galaxy far, far away without leaving the state.

North Carolina State Fair announces 2026 dates

The North Carolina State Fair will run in 2026 from Oct. 15 through Oct. 25.

Tiny NC town has two 'Star Wars' connections

Grover, which is located in Cleveland County, and sits near the South Carolina border, is home to two streets named after popular "Star Wars" characters.

90+ events happening in NC this May

Don't miss Hamilton at DPAC, Pitbull and many major festivals in the Triangle this month.

Boating, biking, bird-watching: 10 lakes near Raleigh for a day by the water

There are lakes big and small near Raleigh, NC, so you have plenty of choices for fun on and around the water.

'Live After 5' returns to downtown Raleigh with new dates, locations

The family friendly summer concert series is expanding beyond City Plaza for six different shows downtown.

Where to watch the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Carolina Hurricanes are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here are some Triangle-area sports bars that are sure to provide lively atmospheres for what's hopefully another deep playoff run.

Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

Swimming pools in North Carolina are opening or getting ready to open. Check out our sortable database of public pools in the region.