Wake County News

4/16/2026 11:08:53 PM

NC Central athlete faces rape charge involving student

NC Central Track Athlete Charged with Rape, Held on $300,000 Bond A standout track and field competitor at North Carolina Central University is facing serious criminal charges and is currently ...

4/9/2026 9:13:32 PM

Driver Faces Murder Charge in Fatal Raleigh Crash on Capital Boulevard

Man Faces Murder Charge Following Fatal Raleigh CrashA Raleigh man is now charged with murder after a woman involved in a collision he allegedly caused succumbed to her injuries, according to recently...

4/2/2026 7:17:32 AM

From Diagnosis to Advocacy: One Survivor's Guide for the Newly Diagnosed

Cary Survivor's Personal Battle Becomes a Guide for Younger Women Facing Breast Cancer A Cary woman is using her harrowing medical journey to create a lifeline for younger patients navigating a...

3/27/2026 7:00:27 PM

Major Transit Upgrades Coming With $32M Federal Boost

Federal Transit Grants Inject Over $32 Million into Triangle RegionFunding Aims to Modernize Fleet and Enhance AccessibilityA significant federal investment is set to improve public transportation acr...

3/21/2026 7:03:26 AM

Raleigh Man Idolized Shooters, Arrested on Federal Charges

Raleigh Man Arrested After FBI Uncovers Disturbing Obsession with Mass Violence A Raleigh man is in federal custody following an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation that reveal...

2/6/2026 2:04:59 AM

Father and Widow Confront Officer's Killer in Emotional Courtroom Showdown

Third Day of Sentencing Concludes for Perpetrator of Raleigh Shooting Rampage The sentencing phase for the individual responsible for the deadly 2022 shooting rampage in a Raleigh neighborhood ...

2/5/2026 10:17:30 PM

Ex-Students Sue Over Campus Chemical Exposure

Former University Community Members Allege Negligence in Campus Building ContaminationA legal action has been initiated against a chemical corporation by former students and employees of a prominent N...

2/2/2026 12:09:12 AM

Travel Disrupted as Severe Weather Halts Regional Bus Services

Service Suspension for Triangle-Area Buses Amid Hazardous Road ConditionsEffective immediately, all fixed-route and demand-response transit services across the Triangle region have been suspended. The...

4/16/2026 11:03:16 PM

Lake Crabtree Park Closed After Brush Fire Erupts

Fire Crews Battle Significant Brush Fire Near Lake Crabtree in Morrisville Emergency crews from multiple agencies responded to a substantial brush fire near Lake Crabtree County Park on Thursda...

4/4/2026 5:03:51 AM

Fugitive Captured in Texas for Nightclub Shooting That Left One Dead

Suspect in Raleigh Nightclub Homicide Crosses State Lines, Woman Charged with Aiding EscapeA man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting outside a Raleigh nightclub has been apprehended in another ...

3/29/2026 7:13:06 AM

Raleigh Teens Master Road Safety Before Risky Driving Season

Wake County Teens Gear Up for Safety Ahead of National Distracted Driving Awareness MonthIn a proactive move, dozens of young drivers in Raleigh participated in a specialized safety course this weeken...

3/25/2026 11:17:35 PM

Pollen Tsunami Hits Central NC, Unleashing Misery for Allergy Sufferers

The Yellow Wave: Central NC Pollen Arrives, Stirring Up Seasonal AllergiesIf your car looks like it’s been dusted with powdered sugar and your sneezes come in rapid succession, you’re not imagining th...

3/21/2026 7:03:02 AM

One hospitalized after Holly Springs road crash

One Hospitalized After Morning Collision on Old Holly Springs-Apex Road A serious crash disrupted the Thursday morning commute on a key Wake County roadway, resulting in one person being transp...

2/5/2026 10:18:12 PM

FBI Seeks Witnesses in Ex-Cop's Sex Crimes Investigation

FBI Seeks Public Assistance in Investigation of Former Raleigh Police Officer The Federal Bureau of Investigation has made a direct appeal to the community, urging individuals with information ...

2/2/2026 4:14:14 PM

From Flurries to Fun: Raleigh Kids Embrace Surprise Snow Day

Children Embrace a Belated Winter in Raleigh Raleigh’s first significant snowfall of the season arrived well past the typical winter calendar, transforming neighborhoods into unexpected playgro...

2/1/2026 10:06:03 PM

Your Monday School Plan After the Winter Storm

Central NC Schools Announce Schedule Changes Following Winter WeatherModified Plans in Effect for Monday Across the RegionA weekend of sleet and freezing rain has forced dozens of school districts acr...

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4/19/2026 9:20:37 AM

Seatbelt Absence Worsens Injuries in Porter Township Collision

Two Hospitalized Following Single-Vehicle Collision in Porter TownshipSeatbelt Usage Cited as Critical Factor in Passenger InjuriesEmergency crews responded to a serious roadway incident in Porter Tow...

4/19/2026 9:20:18 AM

Find Fun and Connect With Neighbors This Weekend

Weekend Showcases Local Creativity and Community ConnectionEvents Across the Region Aim to Bring People TogetherThis weekend, the region is set to come alive with a diverse array of local events desig...

4/19/2026 9:19:58 AM

Families Uprooted as Lightning Ignites Apartment Inferno

Lightning Strike Ignites Blaze, Displacing Nineteen Residents A sudden afternoon thunderstorm turned destructive when a lightning strike sparked a significant fire at a multi-unit apartment com...