Goldsboro Police charge boys, 16, and 12, with murder in shooting of Smithfield man
The deadly shooting happened in the 100 block of Vanderbilt Circle in Goldsboro, NC.
May 16, 2026Open source
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Leaders celebrate opening of East Smithfield Community Learning CenterState and local leaders celebrated th...
Leaders celebrate opening of East Smithfield Community Learning CenterState and local leaders celebrated the renovation and opening of the East Smithfield Co...
May 15, 2026Open source
Smithfield Foods supports Green City softball field with $8,000 donation for new lighting
During National Volunteer Week, Smithfield Foods presented an $8,000 donation to support new lighting at the softball field in Green City, and volunteered ti...
May 6, 2026Open source
Hit-and-run slows traffic in North Smithfield
A car was towed away from Victory Highway in North Smithfield Tuesday night after a hit-and-run, according to police.
May 6, 2026Open source
Fidelity Investments Campus Compost Site Tour
Fidelity Investments, located in Smithfield, R.I., was the first large, private company in the United States to install a steel vessel composter with a green...
May 3, 2026Open source
From Big Tech to heirlooms: Meet a Johnston County 'elderpreneur'
From Big Tech to heirlooms: Meet a Johnston County 'elderpreneur'
May 1, 2026Open source
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Truck carrying horses involved in head-on crash in Johnston County; troopers say two people hurt
According to Highway Patrol, a minivan and a pickup truck towing a trailer with two horses collided on NC-42 and NC-222 in Kenly. The crash left the truck ca...
May 3, 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
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
First Alert Noon Forecast: May 20
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May 20, 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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Smithfield is in Johnston County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
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Northwestern gets revenge, wins NCAA women's lacrosse national title
Northwestern stormed back from a fourth-quarter deficit to beat North Carolina and capture the NCAA women's lacrosse national title Sunday.
May 26, 2026Open source
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
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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
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