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Durham teachers are speaking out, asking county leaders to increase funding for schools in the upcoming budget. They say classrooms are feeling the pressure with limited resources and that more investment is needed to support students and staff. As budget discussions continue, educators are pushing for education to be a top priority so schools can […]
Raleigh is still asking residents to be mindful of water use as the drought continues across central North Carolina. City leaders are reminding everyone that Stage 1 water restrictions are still in place to help protect Falls Lake, the city’s main water source. That means outdoor watering is limited — sprinklers can only run during […]
Gas prices are climbing again, and drivers in Raleigh are definitely feeling it. According to AAA, the national average is now $4.52 a gallon, while Raleigh is sitting at about $4.17. Prices have jumped steadily since the start of the Iran war, marking the first time in four years the national average has topped $4 […]
Black community leaders fight voting rights threats, entrepreneurs revitalize neighborhoods, and Black music icons honored in cultural legacy.
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New test score data shows students in North Carolina — and across the country — are still struggling with reading, and experts are calling it a “reading recession.” While math scores are starting to bounce back after the pandemic, reading scores continue to lag behind. Researchers say the problem goes beyond COVID and has been […]
Raleigh crews are cleaning up a major sewage spill near the Brier Creek area after about 1.1 million gallons of wastewater were released Tuesday morning. City officials say the spill happened because of a temporary pipe failure during a construction project at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. While most of the wastewater was contained, some of it […]
A public hearing on Duke Energy’s proposed rate hike has been pushed back to June 3 because of security concerns, according to state officials. The company’s request to raise residential electric rates by 18% has already sparked frustration from many residents, especially those on fixed incomes worried about higher bills. Officials say recent threats against […]
Durham County residents could see a slight property tax increase under a proposed $1.045 billion budget for 2026-2027. County leaders say the plan would invest more in education, pre-K programs, emergency services, and public safety. The proposed budget includes a two-cent property tax increase as the county deals with slower revenue growth and rising demands […]
NATIONAL Queen Latifah is joining The Voice as a coach for Season 30. She’ll join returning coaches Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine, along with newcomer Riley Green. NBC says the new season will celebrate legacy and reinvention, with guest mentors, returning fan favorites, expanded mentorship moments, and special performances. Season 30 is expected to premiere […]
The Mecklenburg County jail is dealing with serious overcrowding, with some inmates reportedly sleeping on cots on the floor and facing delays for medical care and grievances. Sheriff Garry McFadden says the issue has gotten worse because of “Iryna’s Law,” which tightened pretrial release rules and is keeping more people in jail longer. The facility […]
Caterpillar Inc. is hiring at its Sanford facility. Wednesday, the company is holding a media briefing to announce their plans to hire 600 production workers. THey ill also showcase the people and processes behind its operations. The event is closed to the public. However, anyone who is interested in working for Caterpillar Inc, can learn […]