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Durham Man Arrested, Facing Multiple Felonies After Chatham County Crime Spree

Posted by Michael Koh | Jul 2, 2025 | Crime

A Durham man has been arrested and is facing multiple felony charges for crimes in Chatham County,...

North Carolina Judges Issue Mixed Ruling on Governor’s Appointment Powers

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 25, 2025 | State Government

North Carolina trial judges issued a mixed ruling for Gov. Josh Stein and lawmakers over recent changes to the governor’s appointment powers.

North Carolina Judges Side With GOP Lawmakers for Who Gets Say on Highway Patrol Commander

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 20, 2025 | State, State Government

A panel of North Carolina judges upheld part of a power-shifting law preventing Gov. Stein from selecting the State Highway Patrol commander.

Highway Patrol: 1 Dead After 53-Vehicle Crash on Snowy I-40 in Orange County

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 20, 2025 | Instagram, Safety, Traffic, Weather

A major pile-up of vehicles on Interstate 40 in Orange County Wednesday afternoon left one person dead and several others injured, according to emergency services.

Durham Police Arrest 2 Teenagers For Shooting at Trooper, Car Chase in Orange County

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 29, 2025 | Crime, Safety

Two teenagers arrested in Durham face a litany of charges after a multi-agency investigation stemming from an incident in Chapel Hill.

Police: Trio of Suspects At Large After Shooting at State Trooper in Chapel Hill

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 25, 2025 | Crime, Safety

Chapel Hill Police and State Highway Patrol investigators are working to identify suspects after an overnight chase that included gunfire.

Driver Hits, Kills Person Changing Flat Tire Along I-40 in Orange County

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Dec 31, 2024 | Safety

One person died in Orange County along Interstate 40 as they were struck by another driver outside their vehicle while changing a flat tire.

Latest Challenge to North Carolina’s Power-Shifting Law Focuses on State Elections Board Control

Posted by Associated Press | Dec 26, 2024 | Election, State Government

North Carolina’s current governor and his successor tacked on another lawsuit Monday disputing a key provision within a new GOP power grab.

Hillsborough Driver Injured, Charged with Reckless Driving After Crash with Orange County School Bus

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 29, 2024 | Crime, Pre-K - 12 Education, Safety

A Hillsborough resident suffered “serious” injuries and faces reckless driving charges...

North Carolina Highway Patrol: 1 Dead After Hillsborough Car Crash

Posted by Michael Koh | Jul 26, 2024 | Traffic, Transit

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating a car crash which left one person dead...

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