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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are scheduled to visit Fort Bragg this week to meet with special forces members who participated in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the visit during a press briefing, expressing the president and first lady’s anticipation […]
Central North Carolina is bracing for a significant winter storm this weekend, with snow expected to blanket areas including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Knightdale. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for much of the region, effective from Friday evening through Sunday morning. Unlike last weekend’s icy mix, this storm is […]
Central North Carolina, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, is grappling with the aftermath of a significant winter storm that brought freezing rain, sleet, and icy conditions over the weekend. The storm has left roads treacherous, caused power outages, and disrupted travel across the region. As of Monday morning, over 20,000 residents statewide […]
Major Winter Storm Alert: What the Triangle Needs to Know This Weekend Raleigh and the Triangle area are bracing for what could be the most significant winter weather event in years. A brutal blast of Arctic air is colliding with moisture from the south, setting the stage for a messy mix of snow, sleet, and […]
The Triangle area of North Carolina is gearing up to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with a variety of events spanning Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and beyond. From marches to cultural celebrations, here’s a roundup of must-attend activities. Raleigh Raleigh will host several events on January 19, 2026. Start your day with […]
MLK Dreamfest 2026 is a multi-day celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through art exhibitions, film screenings, community service, and cultural programming across Cary. The highlight is the Dreamfest Cultural Celebration on January 17 at the Cary Arts Center, featuring keynote speaker Rev. Jerome Gay, performances, family activities, and community engagement […]
As 2025 comes to a close, communities throughout the North Carolina Triangle are planning a variety of New Year’s Eve events to ring in 2026, from family-friendly festivities to late-night parties across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Morrisville, and surrounding areas. Downtown Raleigh will once again host WRAL First Night Raleigh, a multi-venue celebration that begins […]
As the holiday season reaches its peak, grocery stores and retailers across the Triangle area are adjusting their hours to accommodate last-minute shoppers. While many stores will close early on Christmas Eve, most will remain closed on Christmas Day, so planning ahead is essential. Grocery Store Hours on Christmas Eve Here’s a quick rundown of […]
As winter temperatures drop, communities across the Triangle area in North Carolina are stepping up to provide essential services for those in need. Warming stations and White Flag shelters are opening their doors to offer temporary relief from the cold. In Durham, select Durham County Library locations, including Main Library, East Regional, North Regional, South […]
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Downtown Durham will come alive Saturday with the return of the annual Durham Holiday Parade, a beloved community tradition that ushers in the festive season with music, colorful floats and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus. Organized by Durham Parks and Recreation and set to begin at 10 a.m. on […]
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is reversing course on controversial Medicaid reimbursement cuts, a vital move designed to protect healthcare access for the state’s most vulnerable residents amid a tense standoff with Republican lawmakers. Stein and Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced Wednesday that reimbursement rates for doctors, hospitals, and […]
The holiday season is in full swing, and the Triangle area of North Carolina is brimming with festive cheer. From dazzling parades to community celebrations, there’s no shortage of holiday magic to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of Christmas events happening across the region. Zebulon will host its Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 14, with festivities kicking […]