Hillsborough
LATEST NEWS
Unemployment claims in North Carolina increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in North Carolina rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 3,497 in the week ending July 13, up from 2,974 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S....
NC Man wanted in 100+ mph chase is caught days later when 2nd chase ends in crash: Sheriff
OXFORD, N.C. (WNCN) — A man who was wanted in a wild 100+ mph chase last weekend was caught Friday after a second chase ended in a crash, according to the Granville County Sheriff. The first chase happened July 13, covered two counties and the suspect nearly crashed his car into two Granville County deputies, […]
4 people displaced after mobile home fire in Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Four people are displaced after a mobile home fire in Fayetteville early Sunday morning. Around 3:17 a.m., fire officials responded to a home in the 1100 block of WildWood Drive in the Lafayette Plantation neighborhood. Officials said once on the scene they found the mobile home with smoke coming out the front door and all occupants inside.
Car overturns into drainage ditch near Waffle House in Cumberland County
A car rolled over into a drainage ditch Sunday morning in Cumberland CountyIt happened just before 4 a.m. near the Waffle House on Goldsboro Road in Wade.Upon arrival, units said they found a Ford Expedition overturned on its roof with the hood and engine submerged in the water in the ditch.First responders had to remove the side rear window, and the driver could escape.The driver was treated by EMS, but it is not known how serious her injuries are.North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.No further information is available at this time.
Alcohol monitoring for some NC parents could save lives. Uncertainty about the law presents a roadblock
For months now, Michael Dean Smith said, he has feared his infant daughter will be hurt or killed in a drunk-driving related accident with the mother of his child behind the wheel. Smith, 34, of Waynesville, shares joint custody of his now 15-month-old daughter with Valery Francis, who has primary...
A Deeper and Improved Offensive Line? Brown Believes So
CHAPEL HILL – North Carolina’s offensive line doesn’t possess the experience of last year’s group, but it might be better. That’s what UNC Coach Mack Brown has said since before spring practice started, repeating it often and without hesitation. Brown said he saw a more...
People News & Notes: ECU Health electrophysiology lab first in NC to earn IAC accreditation
ECU Health Medical Center Electrophysiology Lab is the first hospital lab in North Carolina to earn accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in cardiac electrophysiology in the areas of testing and ablation, device implantation and left atrial appendage occlusion, ECU Health announced. Accreditation by the IAC means that the lab has undergone an intensive application and review process and is found to be in compliance with published standards, demonstrating a commitment to quality patient care, the health system said. ...
Mothers of children who died via fentanyl poisoning champion NC’s new death-by-distribution law and continue to advocate for awareness
The CityBeat is a nonprofit-funded position reporting on Winston-Salem and Greensboro city council and all city business. These pieces are free to be republished with attribution to Triad City Beat. Featured photo: A billboard in Greensboro aims to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl, a deadly and potent drug...
Four Blue Devils Set for Action This Week on the Course
DURHAM, N.C. – Duke women's golfers Anna Cañado Espinal, Rylie Heflin, Katie Li and Emma McMyler will hit the links this week in three different events in Finland, Pennsylvania and Arkansas, respectively. Cañado will compete in the European Ladies' Amateur Championship in Finland from July 24-27 at Messilä...
What It Means to Host a Nike RBI Regional, as Told by Those Involved
Cary, N.C. - For just the second time, USA Baseball’s National Training Complex took part in one of Major League Baseball’s largest and brightest initiatives; Reviving Baseball in the Inner Cities, or RBI. From July 18th through July 21st, the NTC welcomed five organizations and their respective teams...
‘It has been horrible’: RDU passengers see further flight delays, cancellations amid global outage
MORRISVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) – Struggles persisted at Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Friday amidst the recent worldwide IT outage, which resulted in numerous flights being delayed or canceled and causing havoc for air travelers. Antonio Hooker started his day at RDU around 5 a.m. on Friday. “I have seen flight...
Downtown Durham’s first permanent food truck park opens as seasoned vendors team up
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A bustling restaurant scene in downtown Durham is growing this week with a unique concept through the area’s first permanent food truck park. Called The Can Opener, it is now open seven days a week. An official grand opening will be held on Aug. 17.
Crews battle attic fire in Durham apartment building, displacing four families
Durham firefighters responded to an apartment fire Saturday afternoon at a building on Garrett Road. A video taken by neighbors shows about 40 crews working to extinguish the flames in the attic. WRAL's breaking news tracker captured footage of the aftermath. The Durham Fire Department reported that four units were...
Truck crashes into, injures 2 women bicyclists in Durham hit-and-run, police say
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Two women riding bicycles were hit by a truck that was then driven away without stopping in Durham Saturday morning, police said. The incident happened just before 8:20 a.m. at the intersection of Primitive Street and Oakwood Avenue, according to a news release from the Durham Police Department.
Biden's leadership lauded by North Carolina Democrats
(The Center Square) – Democratic politicians in North Carolina were quick to applaud President Joe Biden for his leadership on Sunday in the hours after his decision to step out of the 2024 presidential election. Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, said in a statement that Biden has “cemented his place among our nation’s finest presidents.” Two members of Cooper's administration eventually moved on to Biden's team, Michael Regan at the Environmental Protection Agency and Dr. Mandy Cohen at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.