Thursday, May 23 2013 11:59 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:59:44 GMT
A North Carolina House panel recommended a bill Wednesday that buys time for the city of Raleigh to renegotiate a lease for the 325-acre Dorothea Dix property with the state.
A North Carolina House panel recommended a bill Wednesday that buys time for the city of Raleigh to renegotiate a lease for the 325-acre Dorothea Dix property with the state.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:45:56 GMT
A Raleigh advisory board is holding a public hearing regarding a ban on pets in certain areas of the city's parks. The city is looking at whether pets should be allowed on athletic fields and playgrounds
The City of Raleigh may ban pets from certain parts of public parks after hearing concerns from pet owners.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:28:37 GMT
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has announced that they will be launching a special inspection at Harris nuclear plant to further assess the discovery of a quarter-inch flaw on a reactor vessel head.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has announced that they will be launching a special inspection at Harris nuclear plant to further assess the discovery of a quarter-inch flaw on a reactor vessel head.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:27:02 GMT
The EPA returned to Wake Forest to answer questions from residents whose lives were affected by water contaminated with a cancer-causing chemical called TCE.
The EPA returned to Wake Forest to answer questions from residents whose lives were affected by water contaminated with a cancer-causing chemical called TCE.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:05:57 GMT
Parents, teachers and principals watched in horror as an elementary school in Oklahoma was destroyed, trapping students inside. It has led many to ask, how safe are Triangle students?
Parents, teachers and principals watched in horror as an elementary school in Oklahoma was destroyed, trapping students inside. It has led many to ask, how safe are Triangle students?
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:51 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:51:12 GMT
Raleigh City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to authorize city staff to apply for a federal grant to aid in the completion of the first phase of the city's Union Station project.
Raleigh City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to authorize city staff to apply for a federal grant to aid in the completion of the first phase of the city's Union Station project.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:39 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:39:01 GMT
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will meet with some Wake forest homeowners tonight to discuss the next steps the agency will take in dealing with contaminated well water.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will meet with some Wake forest homeowners tonight to discuss the next steps the agency will take in dealing with contaminated well water.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:04 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:04:41 GMT
TransLoc founder and CEO, Josh Whiton
Raleigh-based company TransLoc, Inc. was recently awarded the White House Champion of Change award in Washington, D.C. for their live bus tracking mobile apps and website.
Raleigh-based company TransLoc, Inc. was recently awarded the White House Champion of Change award in Washington, D.C. for their live bus tracking mobile apps and website.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:38 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:38:22 GMT
Wake County's manager presented the Board of Commissioners with a $982.8 million budget for the fiscal year 2014 during the board's regularly scheduled meeting Monday.
Wake County's manager presented the Board of Commissioners with a $982.8 million budget for the fiscal year 2014 during the board's regularly scheduled meeting Monday.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:00 AM EDT2013-05-20 09:00:04 GMT
The area around Raleigh's Moore Square and City Plaza was the domain of artists, musicians and anyone who wanted to experience a little bit of culture in an urban environment.
The area around Raleigh's Moore Square and City Plaza has been the domain of artists, musicians and anyone who wanted to experience a little bit of culture in an urban environment.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:41 AM EDT2013-05-20 08:41:55 GMT
The North Carolina chapter of the NAACP is entering its fourth straight week of protests at the state legislature that have resulted in nearly 100 arrests so far.
The North Carolina chapter of the NAACP is entering its fourth straight week of protests at the state legislature that have resulted in nearly 100 arrests so far.
Sunday, May 19 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-19 19:45:59 GMT
An unmarked Raleigh Police vehicle checking on an emergency call made an improper right turn Saturday and struck another vehicle, according to police. Raleigh Police officer Isaac Perez Jr. was driving
An unmarked Raleigh Police car causes an accident on Saturday.
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 16:46:56 GMT
Jonathan Broyhill, who is accused of killing Jamie Hahn in a stunning murder in Raleigh, is scheduled to be in a Wake County District Court Tuesday afternoon. Broyhill is scheduled to appear in Courtroom
Jonathan Broyhill is back in court Tuesday. He is charged with murdering Jamie Hahn in Raleigh in April.
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-05-18 16:57:58 GMT
A 911 dispatcher helping a caller in Raleigh
A Dallas, Texas woman pleads on the phone with a 911 dispatcher for more than 8 minutes, as her husband attacks and kills her. Deanna Cook called 911, but help never arrived in time. It's a story you
A Dallas, Texas woman pleads on the phone with a 911 dispatcher for more than 8 minutes, as her husband attacks and kills her. Deanna Cook called 911, but help never arrived in time. It's a story you
Friday, May 17 2013 7:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:44:12 GMT
Eight people were arrested Thursday outside Enloe High School in Raleigh. Seven of those arrested were students, one was a parent at the school to pick up his two daughters.
Eight people were arrested Thursday outside Enloe High School in Raleigh. Seven of those arrested were students, one was a parent at the school to pick up his two daughters.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:31:01 GMT
A deputy with the Wake County Sheriff's Office shot and killed a woman Friday afternoon south of Raleigh after she charged at him and two other deputies with a knife, authorities said.
A deputy with the Wake County Sheriff's Office shot and killed a woman Friday afternoon south of Raleigh after she charged at him and two other deputies with a knife, authorities said.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:28 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:28:45 GMT
Rallies are planned throughout the country, including in Raleigh, Friday in opposition to a resolution being considered by the Boy Scouts of America to allow gay scouts into the organization.
Rallies are planned throughout the country, including in Raleigh, Friday in opposition to a resolution being considered by the Boy Scouts of America to allow gay scouts into the organization.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:56 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:56:48 GMT
The warmer weather means more North Carolinians will be lighting up their grills. But with grills, whether propane or charcoal, there are tips you should follow to make sure everyone is safe.
The warmer weather means more North Carolinians will be lighting up their grills. But with grills, whether propane or charcoal, there are tips you should follow to make sure everyone is safe and to avoid any tragedy.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:30 AM EDT2013-05-17 10:30:37 GMT
Eight people were arrested at Enloe High School in Raleigh Thursday, the same day the principal alerted parents of an increase in security due to year-end pranks.
Eight people were arrested at Enloe High School in Raleigh Thursday, the same day the principal alerted parents of an increase in security due to year-end pranks.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:32:48 GMT
The city of Raleigh is considering a ban on pets in certain areas of parks, the city said Thursday. In particular, the city is particularly looking at whether pets should be allowed on athletic fields and
Should dogs be allowed on athletic fields or on playgrounds? Raleigh may ban pets in parts of parks after hearing complaints from residents about the matter.
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-16 14:17:57 GMT
Private well owners must test their own water to ensure its safety. The web site set up by DENR will help guide private well owners through how to check their water for contaminates.
Private well owners must test their own water to ensure its safety. The web site set up by DENR will help guide private well owners through how to check their water for contaminates.
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:59 AM EDT2013-05-16 08:59:13 GMT
Wake County law enforcement officers who have fallen in the line of duty are being honored one day after the nation took a moment for a similar ceremony.
Wake County law enforcement officers who have fallen in the line of duty are being honored one day after the nation took a moment for a similar ceremony.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:46:49 GMT
Last September, dozens of homes in Wake Forest found traces of TCE in their wells. Some of those homes are getting hooked up to a clean public supply of water Wednesday.
Last September, dozens of homes in Wake Forest found traces of TCE in their wells. Some of those homes are getting hooked up to a clean public supply of water Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-15 14:44:15 GMT
The Art of Style Boutique is hosting its bi-annual charity fashion show Sunday to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and WNCN medical expert Dr. Kevin Campbell will be part of the event.
The Art of Style Boutique is hosting its bi-annual charity fashion show Sunday to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and WNCN medical expert Dr. Kevin Campbell will be part of the event.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:09:11 GMT
Nearly 200,000 people have signed a petition in support of a Wake Forest mother who lost her son to suicide but is now faced with her son's student loan debt.
Nearly 200,000 people have signed a petition in support of a Wake Forest mother who lost her son to suicide but is now faced with her son's student loan debt.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:24:11 GMT
A Wake County judge said there was sufficient evidence to try a 16-year-old charged with first-degree murder as an adult in the murder of Regynald Brown in December.
A Wake County judge said there was sufficient evidence to try a 16-year-old charged with first-degree murder as an adult in the murder of Regynald Brown in December.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:16 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:16:25 GMT
A Zebulon man was who was arrested last year and charged with secretly videotaping players as they changed and showered inside the Carolina Mudcats' visitors clubhouse was sentenced to probation after
A Zebulon man was who was arrested last year and charged with secretly videotaping players as they changed and showered inside the Carolina Mudcats' visitors clubhouse was sentenced to probation after
Friday, May 10 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:46:07 GMT
A Shaw University student has been arrested and charged with stealing iPads and cell phones and other electronic devices from students at the N.C. State University library.
A Shaw University student has been arrested and charged with stealing iPads and cell phones and other electronic devices from students at the N.C. State University library.
Thursday, May 9 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-09 22:46:58 GMT
A white bicycle in Raleigh is a touching roadside memorial to Christopher Mangum, a community leader who was hit and killed near North Hills May 2. The white bicycle is located at the corner of Lassiter
Christopher Mangum was killed on his bicyle in Raleigh May 2 near North Hills.
Thursday, April 18 2013 12:30 PM EDT2013-04-18 16:30:12 GMT
WNCN has been named regional winner for "Video Newscast" by the 2013 Edward R. Murrow Awards for its 7 p.m. newscast on Oct. 25, 2012. The award-winning show began by tracking Super Storm "Sandy" before
WNCN's newscast of Oct. 25, 2102, has won a prestigious Murrow Award.
Thursday, April 18 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-04-18 15:37:27 GMT
A Wake Forest community is in an uproar after learning the state of North Carolina knew a resident's water had been contaminated with toxic chemicals and failed to alert other residents for more than six
A Wake Forest neighborhood drinks contaminated water for years.
Monday, April 1 2013 1:04 PM EDT2013-04-01 17:04:02 GMT
WNCN is proud to support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network's "PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham 2013." Anchor Melanie Sanders will emcee the event on Saturday, April 20, beginning at 8 a.m. at N.C. State
The PurpleStride event will be Saturday, April 20, beginning at 8 a.m.
Tuesday, March 12 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-03-12 23:39:57 GMT
The man behind "Tomb Raider's" music is Raleigh-based composer Jason Graves, who decided that the score need to be like nothing gamers have ever heard before.
The man behind "Tomb Raider's" music is Raleigh-based composer Jason Graves, who decided that the score need to be like nothing gamers have ever heard before.
Tuesday, March 12 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-03-12 15:37:56 GMT
Wake County Commissioners are taking a closer look at contaminated drinking water after WNCN uncovered dozens of wells with dangerous levels of a cancer-causing chemical. Monday, the man in charge of
Wake County's water quality director outlined a number of recommendations Monday.
Monday, March 11 2013 3:27 PM EDT2013-03-11 19:27:00 GMT
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
Tuesday, February 26 2013 11:55 AM EST2013-02-26 16:55:51 GMT
It's a global dilemma and something we take for granted every day, using the bathroom. And for some people living in areas where water is considered a premium, the question is how to improve sanitation issues.
It's a global dilemma and something we take for granted every day, using the bathroom. And for some people living in areas where water is considered a premium, the question is how to improve sanitation issues.
Tuesday, February 5 2013 7:33 AM EST2013-02-05 12:33:36 GMT
Following an October investigation by WNCN into toxic drinking water in Wake Forest, the state of North Carolina saw the number of people requesting well water tests triple.
Following an October investigation by WNCN into toxic drinking water in Wake Forest, the state of North Carolina saw the number of people requesting well water tests triple.
Since NBC-17 first broke news of an investigation into toxic water in Wake Forest, the State Laboratory of Public Health has tripled the amount of samples it is testing for chemicals like TCE.
Since NBC-17 first broke news of an investigation into toxic water in Wake Forest, the State Laboratory of Public Health has tripled the amount of samples it is testing for chemicals like TCE.
