Local News in Wake County

Stanley Cup Visits Apex

Visit Pleasant Park to get a photo with one of the most iconic trophies in sports!

Carolina Journal Published September 22

GOP super PAC pulls $6.5M in Whatley ad funds

Old North Action removed $6.5 million in October ad reservations, according to media tracker AdImpact, Semafor reported. The PAC still has $14.5 million in ad reservations through Election Day.

Sign Up For The Tour of Frights This October!

Clayton Police Help Railroad Safety Lessons Travel Beyond the Tracks

A short conversation at a railroad crossing can lead to a reminder that sticks with someone long after they drive away. The Clayton Police Department is encouraging drivers to carry what they learned during Operation Clear Track into their everyday...

Every point counts: Illini kick off ITA All-American Championships

The Illini headed to Cary, North Carolina, this past weekend for the ITA All-American Championships prequalifying rounds. Since the announcement of former head coach Evan Clark’s retirement in April, big shoes were left to fill. Under Clark, the Illini emerged as one of the many…

Carolina Journal Published September 22

Wake commissioners vote 5-2 for Atrium-WakeMed merger

The commissioners voted on the Articles of Incorporation and the Transfer Agreement, but not before protestors disrupted the voting process numerous times and were escorted out of the room.

Celebrate Latino arts and heritage at Latino Arts Festival

Carolina Journal Published September 22

Marshall talks defense industry, foreign partners at trade summit

Elaine Marshall, NC Secreatry of State, cultivates relationships at the state and internationl level crucial to economic success.

Your yard waste collection schedule is changing!

Carolina Journal Published September 22

State program admits every NC senior to college without application

All 105,036 NC public school seniors on track to graduate got a direct college admission offer this year through NC College Connect. Two-thirds were admitted to four-year schools, but the state counts offers, not enrollment.

Carolina Journal Published September 22

Charges now dismissed against three lobbyists tied to bourbon trip

The Wake County district attorney dismissed charges Monday against three of four lobbyists charged this spring in connection with 2024 bourbon tours in Kentucky involving state legislators.

Carolina Journal Published September 22

Voting opens for Chamber’s ‘Coolest Thing Made in NC’ finalists

Fifteen products remain in the statewide manufacturing contest, with public voting open through Friday before winners are named Oct. 1.