Local News in Wake County

Community Engagement: A Top Priority for Holly Springs

Holly Springs leaders are committed to engaging with residents about topics important to the community. Come share your thoughts at some of the many options coming up, beginning with Town Information Day at the Holly Springs Farmers Market.

Carolina Journal Published September 17

Lindberg sues NC insurance commissioner in New York federal court

Former top North Carolina political donor Greg Lindberg has filed a federal lawsuit in New York against state Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, two other men, and a law firm. The suit alleges an illegal “coordinated scheme” against Lindberg for “self-enrichment and political…

Carolina Journal Published September 17

Settlement reached in federal suit against NC eCourts vendor

A federal lawsuit filed in 2023 against North Carolina’s eCourts vendor has been settled, according to online court records.

Carolina Journal Published September 17

Edwards files complaint against Ethics Committee leaders

Rep. Chuck Edwards asks a congressional watchdog to investigate House Ethics Committee leaders over the process that led to his censure.

Triangle Regional On-board Transit Survey Notice

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Celebrate the culture and history of Indigenous People

Carolina Journal Published September 17

Duke under federal investigation over foreign funding disclosures

The US Departments of Education and State have opened an investigation into Duke University's reporting of foreign gifts and contracts, focused on its Duke Kunshan campus in China. Federal officials say Duke's disclosures were late and incomplete, and the university has 30 days…

Carolina Journal Published September 17

CJ Poll: 2 in 3 likely voters back photo ID, tax amendments

Roughly two-thirds of likely North Carolina voters support each of the three constitutional amendments on the ballot this November, according to the new September 2026 Carolina Journal Poll.

Fall Fun in Holly Springs

It’s time to harvest new memories in Holly Springs! This fall brings festivals, live entertainment, and outdoor adventures for all ages to take on together!

Carolina Journal Published September 17

CJ poll: Cooper leads Whatley by 15 as Republican voters drift to undecided

Voters see both US Senate candidates as tied to their party's national wing: 74% said Whatley would likely support the Trump administration's priorities if elected, and 60% said Cooper would likely support the priorities of the Democratic Socialists of America.

Carolina Journal Published September 17

State appeals judge’s ruling on failure to maintain NC fisheries

The state is appealing a trial judge’s recent ruling that North Carolina government has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain state fisheries.