SUV collides with NJ Transit River Line train
NJ Transit is investigating a collision between a River Line train and an SUV in Burlington County.
May 20, 2026Open source
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River Line service partly suspended due to collision with car on tracks
NJ Transit's River Line has partially suspended service in both directions due to a collision with a car on the tracks on Tuesday.
May 19, 2026Open source
Collision blocks southbound I-5 near Burlington, scatters cardboard bales across freeway
Troopers found a trailer had broken open, spilling dense bundles of flattened cardboard onto the roadway.
May 19, 2026Open source
‘That community can’t handle 1,000 homes’: Residents push back against proposed Alamance County devel...
A budget presentation meeting in Alamance County turned into residents expressing concern over a planned 1,000-home development near the Orange County line.
May 19, 2026Open source
Roundup: Montpelier pummels Burlington, 15-3
MONTPELIER — The Burlington boys Ultimate team has never had a losing season and claimed its second crown two years ago after advancing to the championship...
May 15, 2026Open source
Intoxicated Burlington man arrested after high-speed chase with police
Intoxicated Burlington man arrested after high-speed chase with police
May 15, 2026Open source
Burlington man arrested domestic violence incident
Burlington man arrested domestic violence incident
May 12, 2026Open source
From Buc-ee’s to Burlington: Mebane boom reshaping Alamance County grow
Mebane retail boom, including Buc-ee’s and new shopping center, is fueling countywide growth and pushing Burlington to plan for future infrastructure needs.
May 12, 2026Open source
Elderly Ontario couple targeted in ‘swatting’ attack caught on camera
An elderly Burlington couple is looking for answers after they were targeted in a fake emergency call that sent a police tactical unit, with guns drawn, to t...
May 10, 2026Open source
Man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, officers say
Mendoza-Valenzuela is being held at the Alamance County Detention Facility without bond.
May 8, 2026Open source
Thursday's Prep Roundup: Burlington-Edison baseball team beaten at Northwest 2A District Tournament
ANACORTES — The Burlington-Edison High School baseball team fell to Archbishop Murphy 2-1 on Thursday in a Northwest 2A District Tournament game.
May 8, 2026Open source
Burlington police dog helps arrest suspects accused of stealing catalytic converters
Burlington police say with the help of K9 Dax, two men are behind bars, accused of trying to steal car parts from a local business.
May 8, 2026Open source
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Body found behind abandoned convenience store off NC 87 in Graham, sheriff's office confirms
A body was discovered behind an abandoned convenience store in Graham, NC, and is being examined to determine identity and cause of death.
May 21, 2026Open source
National retailers set to open in Mebane near North Carolina's first Buc-ee's
Major national retailers like Target and HomeGoods are set to join Mebane's new Third&Wood shopping center, boosting the area near North Carolina's first Buc...
May 11, 2026Open source
High school student charged with having modified gun, narcotics, deputies say
The Alamance County Sheriff's Office said the teen had a gun which had been modified to function as a fully automatic weapon.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Raleigh police: Man shot, robbed on Newbold Street; injuries not life-threatening
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May 23, 2026Open source
Durham's Flags for Heroes: Honor your personal hero with flag at Hub RTP
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May 23, 2026Open source
Racing fans mourn the loss of NASCAR star Kyle Busch
The 41-year-old passed away suddenly in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday after a "serious illness."
May 22, 2026Open source
'He was a great guy' | Racing community reacts to the sudden death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch
On Wednesday, May 20, Kyle Busch was found unresponsive in a driving simulator in Concord, North Carolina, according to new reporting by the Associated Press.
May 22, 2026Open source
Several North Carolina lakes see dropping water levels ahead of Memorial Day weekend
As central North Carolina's lakes face below-normal water levels, Greensboro officials monitor conditions ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
May 21, 2026Open source
Weather Impact: Afternoon clouds and heat, scattered showers and t-storms this evening
A look at the forecast for North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region, including Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Thomasville, Reidsville, Lexington, and b...
May 21, 2026Open source
First Alert Noon Forecast: May 20
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May 20, 2026Open source
It's budget season: Water rates are going up in Greensboro
The budget proposal has an 11% increase, making about a $7 difference on an average monthly bill.
May 18, 2026Open source
I-77 toll lane project: latest updates on the regional debate
Charlotte's controversial I-77 toll lane project is in limbo as city officials reverse support, amid concerns over traffic woes at Exit 5 to Tyvola Road.
May 16, 2026Open source
Former local NAACP leader criticizes Charlotte chapter president over interim mayor comments
Terry Belk says Corine Mack’s social media post about race and mayoral selection was unnecessarily divisive
May 16, 2026Open source
Juvenile shot on East 29th Street in Winston-Salem, officials say
Officials said a juvenile was shot during a family dispute inside an apartment along East 29th Street.
May 16, 2026Open source
'A lesson beyond the classroom': Five students from Kimberly Park honored with a special opportunity
Five students from Kimberley Park Elementary were given the opportunity to serve as ushers at the Winston-Salem Sportsmen Club Hall of Fame Gala.
May 16, 2026Open source
Raleigh police: Person hit, killed along New Bern Avenue
According to the Raleigh Police Department, the accident happened on New Bern Avenue near the Wake Inn on Shanta Drive.
May 16, 2026Open source
NC transportation secretary: Helene recovery nears 90% across western NC
State Transportation Secretary Daniel Johnson visited Jackson County today as part of North Carolina Governor Josh Stein's rural listening tour.
May 15, 2026Open source
Charlotte water restrictions enforced amid ongoing drought concerns
Charlotte enforces mandatory water restrictions due to drought, limiting outdoor watering and warning violators who risk fines after repeated offenses.
May 15, 2026Open source
Broken water main shuts down busy south Charlotte road
Inbound lanes of Providence Road were closed on Friday due to a major water leak.
May 15, 2026Open source
Portion of Providence Road in south Charlotte closed due to water main break, police say
Water main broke in area of Providence Road near Christ Episcopal Kindergarten
May 15, 2026Open source
Female driver to attempt racing history at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Katherine Legge will attempt the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 in the same day.
May 15, 2026Open source
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Burlington is in Alamance County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
ZIP Codes
27215, 27216, 27217
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Georgia Tech baseball wins first ACC Tournament title since 2014
Drew Burress took sole possession of the Yellow Jackets' career home run record, and Georgia Tech rolled over North Carolina 13-6 to take the ACC Tournament...
May 24, 2026Open source
Northwestern 1 win away from 9th NCAA women’s lacrosse title after 16-11 victory over Johns Hopkins
Northwestern beat Johns Hopkins 16-11 in an NCAA women's lacrosse semifinal Friday, advancing to its fourth straight title game. The Wildcats play North Caro...
May 24, 2026Open source
Raleigh police: Man shot, robbed on Newbold Street; injuries not life-threatening
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May 23, 2026Open source
Durham's Flags for Heroes: Honor your personal hero with flag at Hub RTP
Raleigh's source for breaking news and live streaming video online. Covering Raleigh, Durham, Fayetteville and the greater North Carolina region.
May 23, 2026Open source
NC governor orders flags at half-staff following death of NASCAR champion Kyle Busch
Stein ordered U.S. and North Carolina flags at all state facilities to fly at half-staff from sunrise Saturday, May 23, through sunset Sunday, May 24.
May 22, 2026Open source
Racing fans mourn the loss of NASCAR star Kyle Busch
The 41-year-old passed away suddenly in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday after a "serious illness."
May 22, 2026Open source
'He was a great guy' | Racing community reacts to the sudden death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch
On Wednesday, May 20, Kyle Busch was found unresponsive in a driving simulator in Concord, North Carolina, according to new reporting by the Associated Press.
May 22, 2026Open source
Several North Carolina lakes see dropping water levels ahead of Memorial Day weekend
As central North Carolina's lakes face below-normal water levels, Greensboro officials monitor conditions ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
May 21, 2026Open source
After a more than year fight, Durham woman get diminished value claim
Under North Carolina law, a driver who was not at fault in a crash can file a diminished value claim for the loss in a vehicle's market value
May 21, 2026Open source
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