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Governor Roy Cooper announced that the North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) has secured a $105 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement Program (CRISI).

Hurricanes face Flames amid challenging road trip

The Carolina Hurricanes are set to face the Calgary Flames as they continue their six-game road trip. The game is scheduled for Thursday, October 24, with a puck drop at 9:00 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the match on FanDuel Sports Network South or via the FanDuel Sports App and listen through 99.9 The Fan or the Hurricanes App.

Josh Stein defends healthcare rights amid legal challenges

Attorney General Josh Stein has recently taken steps to safeguard healthcare services in North Carolina.

Governor Cooper visits state fair; supports hurricane-affected regions

Governor Roy Cooper attended the North Carolina State Fair today, participating in Canned Food Day by donating cans.

Governor eases DMV rules for Western NC after Hurricane Helene

Governor Roy Cooper has taken steps to ease DMV requirements and fee collections for residents of Western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene.

Carolina Hurricanes embark on extensive road trip due to state fair

The Carolina Hurricanes are currently on their longest road trip of the season, playing six consecutive games away from Lenovo Center due to the North Carolina State Fair. The trip began on October 17 and will conclude on October 29.

Fayetteville man sentenced to 15 years for mail theft and firearm possession

A Fayetteville man, Darrell Alan Thompson, 35, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison followed by five years of supervised release for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and possession of a firearm by a felon. He has also been ordered to pay restitution to the affected financial institutions.

Governor Cooper proposes $3.9 billion relief fund after Hurricane Helene devastation

By South Raleigh News | Oct 23, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper has proposed a $3.9 billion state funding package to aid in the recovery and rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Helene, which recently devastated Western North Carolina. This budget recommendation aims to restore critical infrastructure, homes, businesses, schools, and farms that suffered extensive damage from the storm.

North Carolina enacts law mandating upfront disclosure of ticket prices

By South Raleigh News | Oct 23, 2024

North Carolina's Attorney General, Josh Stein, announced a new law that mandates ticket sellers to display the total price of tickets upfront, including all fees. This legislation aims to prevent hidden fees from surprising consumers at checkout. The law is part of provision S607 and affects major ticket sellers such as Ticketmaster and SeatGeek.

North Carolina man pleads guilty to COVID-19 rental assistance fraud

By South Raleigh News | Oct 23, 2024

New Bern resident Anthony Lynch has admitted to defrauding a COVID-19 rental assistance program. The 35-year-old pled guilty to charges of mail fraud after he falsely claimed to be the landlord of properties in Craven, Pamlico, and Onslow Counties. These claims were made through 25 applications submitted to the North Carolina Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions Program (NC HOPE), which was designed to assist tenants struggling financially during the pandemic.

6 companies in cities within Wake County received six inspections in Q3

There were six companies in cities associated with Wake County that received six FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

Governor Cooper unveils advisory council's report on environmental justice

Governor Roy Cooper has announced the release of a report by the Governor's Environmental Justice Advisory Council, marking an important step in addressing environmental justice concerns in North Carolina. This report follows the reestablishment of the Secretary of Environmental Quality's Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Board through Executive Order No. 292 in October 2023.

Attorney General honors southeastern North Carolinians with Dogwood Awards

Attorney General Josh Stein recognized several individuals from southeastern North Carolina with the Attorney General’s Dogwood Award. This award acknowledges contributions to improving health, safety, and well-being in the community.

Court upholds overseas voting rights law amid legal challenge

Attorney General Josh Stein expressed satisfaction following a district court's decision not to issue a preliminary injunction that would have restricted voting rights for certain U.S. citizens living abroad.

Governor Cooper encourages hurricane victims in WNC to apply for D-SNAP aid

As Western North Carolina continues to recover from the impact of Hurricane Helene, Governor Cooper is urging residents affected by the storm to apply for the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) before the deadline on Thursday. The program offers eligible households assistance in purchasing food.

How many companies in cities in Durham County received FDA inspections in Q3?

There were four companies in a city associated with Durham County that received four FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Local Government Meeting today in South Raleigh

South Raleigh City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in South Raleigh: Oct. 20-26

The following events are scheduled to take place in South Raleigh this week.

Attorney General urges telecom companies to aid hurricane-hit areas with free data