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Durham County board focuses on safety ahead of November election
Democracy is at work in the most secure way possible inside an old Kroger in the Hope Valley Farms area of Durham."All of our tabulation, counting of ballots will happen here," said Derek Bowens, director of elections for Durham County. "Our charge is to facilitate the voting process, to give residents within our respective counties the ability to come out and vote, and it takes a lot of work and we take it seriously."We went to Bowens just days after another office on the other side of the Triangle--the state board of elections in Raleigh--received a letter with a suspicious...
Vehicle crashes into All American gate at Fort Liberty
The All-American gate at Fort Liberty is operating under reduced access after a vehicle crash on Sunday evening.Fort Liberty said the crash involved a person who is not affiliated with the Department of Defense.Officials are warning drivers on social media to expect delays and plan an alternate route until further notice.No more details have been released.ALSO SEE: Fort Liberty soldier dies from injuries sustained during training exercise
Officer, suspect injured in shooting during Charlotte traffic stop: police
An officer and suspect were injured after a shooting during a traffic stop in Charlotte, police said.According to ABC affiliate WSOC, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said the shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. on Nationsford Road and Arrowood.Officials said two people were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.ALSO SEE: Human skeletal remains found near Haw River in Chatham CountyCheck back for updates.
Human skeletal remains found near Haw River in Chatham County
The Chatham County Sheriff's Office is investigating after they said skeletal remains were discovered at Haw River.According to the sheriff's office, a kayaker reported that they found human bones on the riverbank.Authorities said crews searched the area Saturday evening and Sunday morning and found additional human bones.The identity of the person and cause of death has not been determined.Tracking crime and safety across Raleigh, Durham and your neighborhoodALSO SEE: 30-year law enforcement veteran weighs in on Javion Magee case
Affordable housing remains a challenge in Durham as thousands of luxury apartments remain empty
The first day of autumn brought enthusiastic crowds to downtown Durham for Centerfest.It happened in the literal shadow of a new residential construction that's happening across the Bull City. The activity is a barometer of Durham's rapid growth at a time when city leaders are hearing from people who are having difficulty as they search for affordable housing."It has gotten a little bit more expensive," said Amit Narawane, a Duke University graduate student. "Our program is trying to hopefully change our stipend a little bit, to account for the cost of living."Many of those new apartments downtown are vacant,...
Mark Robinson campaign senior staff members step down
The Mark Robinson campaign announced on Sunday a change in its senior staff.The campaign said its general consultant and senior advisor Conrad Pogorzelski, Ill, campaign manager Chris Rodriguez, finance director Heather Whillier, and deputy campaign manager Jason Rizk stepped down from their roles with the campaign."I appreciate the efforts of these team members who have made the difficult choice to step away from the campaign, and I wish them well in their future endeavors. I look forward to announcing new staff roles in the coming days," said Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. "My campaign will continue to focus on the substantive...
Man shot at Raleigh hotel on Brentwood Avenue
A man was shot at a Raleigh hotel Sunday morning.It happened at about 7:30 a.m. at 2800 Brentwood Avenue.According to the Raleigh Police Department, the victim was taken to a hospital with serious injuries.Authorities said they have detained a possible suspect.This is an ongoing investigation.
Old eastbound bridge on I-440 demolished; Hillsborough Street reopens Monday
The old eastbound I-440 bridge in Raleigh is officially gone.Eyewitness News was there as crews knocked down the bridge Saturday. Drivers will now use the new bridge with wider lanes.Part of Hillsborough Street is closed at the beltline as the demolition continues. It will reopen Monday at 5 a.m.Officials said motorists should plan for detours and look out for all posted traffic signs.RELATED | I-440 improvement project nears the end after 7 years
NC Museum of Art in Raleigh temporarily closes due to social media threat, museum says
The North Carolina Museum of Art closed to the public Saturday because of a threat received through social media.According to the museum's website, it will be back open on Wednesday.This is an ongoing criminal investigation, Lizzie Newton, a spokesperson, said Sunday.State Capitol Police released a statement saying: "State Capitol Police, with the assistance of the State Bureau of Investigation, is investigating a threat regarding the North Carolina Museum of Art that was communicated on Saturday afternoon. The museum and surrounding park were evacuated, so that law enforcement could search the area. Out of an abundance of caution, the museum remains...
Man found dead inside Durham home on East Markham Ave, deemed 'suspicious'
A death in Durham is being investigated as suspicious.Officers responded to a cardiac arrest call shortly after 4 a.m. Sunday.They found a man dead in a home in the 200 block of East Markham Avenue.The cause of death has not been determined. According to authorities, the death is being investigated as suspicious.East Markham Avenue is currently closed from North Roxboro Street to Vista Street as crews investigate.Anyone with any information is asked to call Investigator J. Smith at 919-560-4440 ext. 29365. You can also submit a CrimeStoppers tip online at www.durhamcrimestoppers.org or call 919-683-1200. CrimeStoppers pays cash rewards for information leading to arrests in felony cases and callers never have to identify themselves.
Marbles museum renovations, expansion expected to be finished by 2026
A final design was approved on Monday for the expansion of the Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh.The project, with a little over $6 million in costs, will renovate and expand the Northwest section along South Blount Street. Wake County committed just under $3 million to the project."This is the first phase of the architectural design process, where project concepts are turned into physical drawings," Susan Evans, vice chair, Wake County Board of Commissioners, said. "The expansion is expected to greatly enhance the museum's capacity to provide dynamic, educational experiences for visitors of all ages."SEE ALSO | Marbles museum provides...
New dining experiences to check out at Raleigh-Durham International Airport
There are several new dining experiences for you to explore at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. They include:Black & White Coffee RoastersTwo baristas in the Triangle founded it. Black & White sells coffee and serves farm-to-table breakfast and all-day bites, such as biscuits and avocado toast.Crawford's Genuine by Chef Scott CrawfordIt's a sit-down restaurant with American cuisine with a "North Carolina Southern flair'. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some standout menu items include short ribs and trout.Carolina Craft The bar serves locally sourced tapas, wine and craft beer. You can also try some prosciutto, olive tapenade, burrata and a Union Special baguette.Lonerider It's a Triangle favorite brewery and distillery featuring their Boots Up Ale, hard seltzer and spirits. You can also grab a brick oven pizza or choose from a selection of pub plates.All are located in terminal 2.
Students learn more about HBCUs at Wake County career fair: 'wonderful opportunity'
Students in Wake County are getting the opportunity to learn more about historically Black colleges and universities.The district partnered with the Wendell First Baptist Church Saturday for an HBCU career and admissions fair.Students got the chance to meet with local college representatives to learn about their program and scholarship opportunities.Wake County Superintendent Dr. Robert Taylor served as a guest speaker."Just a wonderful opportunity for students to come out and have an opportunity to engage with colleges and universities that have come to share the wonderful experiences that they can have," he said.Ava Closs, a librarian in Wake County, said the fair was phenomenal."It has been pleasing to see the students and their parents as well as the recruiters come out to shine and show up what they have to offer," she said.This was the 10th year of the event.
Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Cancer Walk, 5K Run returns to Raleigh
The Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Cancer Walk and 5K Run returned to Sanderson High School on Saturday.It helped raise money for research at Duke University Medical Center. and provides support to those battling ovarian cancer.The mission of the Ovarian Cancer WalkOvarian cancer was once known as a "silent killer" since it typically wasn't found until it had spread to other areas of the body.However, research has found that many women may experience symptoms before the spread begins. Recognizing these symptoms could lead to life-saving detection.This is the mission of the Ovarian Cancer Walk and 5k. According to its founder, Melanie...
1 dead, 1 injured after Fayetteville shooting on Edgehill Road
A shooting in Fayetteville Saturday night left one man dead and another injured.It happened just before 11 p.m. in the 700 block of Edgehill Road.Officers found two men with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.Police said 18-year-old Ajay Whidbee later died from his injuries.Additional information will be released when available.This comes in the wake of a fatal shooting at a Fayetteville hookah lounge on Saturday morning, as well as another in Cumberland County.Anyone with information regarding this homicide investigation is asked to contact Detective T. Kiger at (910) 705-6527 or Crimestoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477). Crimestoppers information can also be submitted electronically, by visiting http://fay-nccrimestoppers.org and completing the anonymous online tip sheet,
Martin Luther King III responds to alleged comments Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson said about his father
The son of civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., Martin Luther King III made a stop in North Carolina to speak to voters ahead of the November elections.He and his wife Andrea Waters King spent the morning on Saturday at a breakfast and ballots event in Rocky Mount to educate voters.ABC11 spoke with King and asked about the allegations reported in the CNN article that Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson had to say about his father."The rhetoric of Mark Robinson is beyond dangerous," he said. "In fact, some of it seems to be a little bit insane. And it's very...
North Carolina city ranked top in the country for fall foliage for 2024, study says
A recent study ranked Asheville as the number one city in the country for fall foliage in 2024.The report from Islands.com made the ranking using key factors such as the length of peak foliage season, the number of nearby scenic routes, and the availability of hiking trails.Asheville was closely followed by Mar Harbor, Maine, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee in the top three cities out of 15.Peak foliage dates in Asheville this year are between Oct. 23 and Nov. 3.ALSO SEE: Outer Banks house marks the 9th to collapse into the ocean since 2020
1 dead, 1 injured in fatal rollover crash in Harnett County
One person is dead and one other person is injured after a rollover crash in Harnett County.Emergency officials responded to calls about a crash at the intersection of NC Highway 87 and Buffalo Lakes Road overnight Friday.When crews arrived they found two vehicles that collided in the intersection. ABC11 crews at the scene said one vehicle was overturned on its roof.The driver of one of the vehicles was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.The other driver was treated for what authorities described as minor injuries.ALSO SEE: Man is dead after hookah lounge shooting in Fayetteville, police say
Durham Police Department work to recruit more female officers amid staffing shortage
With roughly 135 vacancies in the Durham Police Department, there's a high demand for more officers.Currently, the department has only 65 female officers out of a total of 389.With a push for more female officers and a general staffing shortage, the department held an event on Saturday to educate women about the opportunities in the department and dispel any misconceptions about women in law enforcement."Women generally speaking think that they can't do the job or they won't fit in," Durham Police Lt. Brie Butler told ABC11.Lt. Butler added that women absolutely can do the job and do belong in the...
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