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Trees down across the Triangle Monday morning after early morning storms
Storms knocked down trees across the Triangle over the weekend and on Monday. The severe weather made a difficult situation even worse for a Garner family after a massive tree fell on their home over the weekend. On Monday morning, rain was pouring in through a gaping hole in the...
PHOTOS: NC’s new ‘Home of the Venus Flytrap’ license plate to honor native species, raise money for conservation
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — CBS 17 is getting a first look at a prototype for one of North Carolina’s new license plate designs. Damon Waitt, the director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill, is celebrating a big success after spearheading the years-long effort to offer a Venus flytrap license plate as an option for North Carolina cars.
NC Highway Patrol salutes NC State sports in goal of securing country's best-looking cruiser
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) has paired with NC State Athletics as it looks to earn the title of best-looking cruiser in the country. The American Association of State Troopers has kicked off the 2024 America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest and NCSHP is asking for your vote. The...
5 NC cities among best places in US for renters
North Carolina is one of the top states Americans are moving to and five of its cities rank among the top 20 places for renters to live in the country, according to a new analysis. In a new report conducted by the rental company RentCafe, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington,...
COVID exposure closes senior center in Wake County; Meals on Wheels delivers grab & go
Meals on Wheels of Wake County is continuing to check in on Wake Forest seniors after a COVID-19 exposure shut down the Northern Wake Senior Center on East Holding Avenue on Monday."Just because of COVID doesn't mean people aren't in need of food, and that's our job," Dennis McQueeney said.The center will be closed for at least three days, or possibly longer, out of an abundance of caution, according to Bill Crabtree, the Town of Wake Forest spokesperson."If they don't feel that they have enough volunteers and staff to open at that time, the senior center will remain closed throughout...
NCDOT hosts speeding campaign, more patrols on roads
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced Friday that the NC Governor's Highway Safety Program (NCGHSP), the Raleigh Police Department and NC State Highway Patrol are launching a campaign to crack down on speeding. "Speed Wrecks Lives" will feature "enhanced patrols" in all100 counties from July...
Raleigh cornerstone GalaxyCon to bring 'Daredevil,' 'Star Trek' stars to town
Raleigh's annual pop culture comic-con, GalaxyCon, will bring cosplay and sci-fi stars to downtown this weekend. The event, which kicks off Thursday and wraps up Sunday at the Raleigh Convention Center, has developed into a cornerstone event for the city. The convention's yearly presence brings an estimated economic impact of nearly $9 million, which benefits local businesses and the community, event organizers say.
Gov. Cooper, Nancy Pelosi speak at NC Democratic fundraiser in Raleigh
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You Can Rent Houses Short Term in North Carolina Just to Use Their Swimming Pools
Swimply, often dubbed the “Airbnb of pools,” has been making waves in North Carolina as a popular platform for pool owners to earn extra income and for swimmers to enjoy private, hourly pool rentals. Since its launch in 2018, Swimply has seen significant growth, particularly in the Tar Heel State, where the warm climate and love for outdoor activities have made it a prime market for the service.
South Durham Could See More Cubicles Along NC Highway 54
A developer wants to turn more than half an acre of residential land at NC Highway 54 and Dresden Drive into 6,000 square feet of office space. The property at 1414 NC Hwy. 54 is next door to professional offices at New Hope Court and across the highway from The Arium neighborhood and Hamilton Centre commercial space.
Black Greek organizations, NC Howard alum stress importance of 2024 election: 'A serious matter'
With the growing potential of Vice President Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination for president, there are conversations happening across the globe on if a Black woman is capable of leading the United States."As a vice president, she has already led," said Aurellia Anderson Thompson, a Howard University alum. "We know she can lead at the highest office because she has the skills to do so."Thompson is thrilled that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from the same university she did. She proudly showed off her Bison merchandise from the shirt to the bracelet."So we have on the wonderful...
Rabies notice issued in Wake County after fox bites woman
A rabies notice was issued in Wake County after a fox bit a woman Thursday in Knightdale.It happened in a neighborhood near the corner of Kemp Drive and Hodge Road. According to Wake County, the woman attempted to break up a fight between the fox and a cat.Wake County Public Health and Wake County Animal Control confirmed the fox was captured and later tested positive for rabies.The cat involved has not been located yet.No other incidents have been reported in connection with the fox or cat. According to Wake County, there is believed to be a feral cat colony nearby.Safety...
City Council decision pending: Mixed reactions to proposed Red Hat Amphitheater relocation
Raleigh planners share plans for expanding Convention Center & moving Red Hat Amphitheater. The future of Raleigh's downtown entertainment scene is in flux. Plans are underway to move the popular Red Hat Amphitheater one block south, allowing for a significant expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center. However, this proposal faces...
Flood rescue in Durham; flash flood warning for Durham and Orange counties
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A flash flood warning was issued Monday afternoon for areas in central North Carolina, according to the National Weather Service. The flash flood warning was issued until 6:15 p.m. for Southern Durham County and Southeastern Orange County after up to 2.5 inches of rain had fallen and 1.5 more inches of rain was possible, the weather service warned.
Iconic North Carolina college town struggles to redevelop toxic coal ash piles
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — There are no dog parks. There is no golf. There is no soccer. There is no football. There are no daycare centers, apartments or houses. There is no community garden unless it is on raised beds. On the contaminated 10-acre site in Chapel Hill containing...
Some NC DMV offices in the Triangle still recovering after global IT outage Friday
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — As most of the world’s digital life goes back to normal, there are still some places recovering after the global IT outage. The North Carolina Department of Transportation has reported that three license plate agencies throughout the Triangle will either operate on limited services, or be closed altogether, to allow for a software update to fully install in their systems.
Nancy Pelosi speaks at NC Democratic Party Unity dinner as division over Biden grows
At the Unity Dinner, an easy passing of the torch with Governor Roy Cooper eager to support his potential successor Josh Stein, and candidates down the ballot. It all comes as national Democrats are eager to flip North Carolina blue."They are all in on North Carolina," Cooper said."So let's use our power and together we will build a North Carolina that is safer stronger and more prosperous for everybody," Stein said.But the question over Biden passing the torch still looms large.Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi has been part of those discussions but today, she was speaking to the crowd highlighting the...
Construction begins on newest downtown Raleigh development
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Kane Realty announced construction has begun on a new mixed-use development in the West End neighborhood of downtown Raleigh. Oldham & Worth is Kane Realty’s second mixed-use residential project in the West End neighborhood. Located at the corner of W. Cabarrus Street and S. West Street the project will feature five stories of upscale apartments, first-class amenities and 4,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space. There will also be more than 250 apartment units.
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