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Wake detainee dies at hospital
A man being detained by Wake County authorities on an out-of-state warrant has died. On July 8, 52-year-old Jared Lake Lewis was processed into the Wake County Detention Center on a warrant for his arrest issued by an out-of-state agency. Upon arrival, he was placed under immediate medical observation. Due to a medical emergency on July 17, Lewis was transported […] The post Wake detainee dies at hospital first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Judge rules RPD must give cash involved in scams to Bitcoin ATM operators, not victims
Protecting yourself from Bitcoin scams just got even more urgent. That's because a Wake County court ruling has made it harder to recover money lost in these scams. Just last week, 5 On Your Side spoke with Pauline Miller of Raleigh. She was pulled into a complicated, detailed scam that convinced her that her bank account was compromised, and she needed to move $15,000 to a Bitcoin digital wallet or she'd lose the money.
Part of US 401 to close Friday night for Complete 540 Project
Part of U.S. Highway 401 will be closed starting Friday night as work continues on the Complete 540 Project. This is happening in southern Wake County. The road will close between West Allen Street and Donny Brook Road starting at 9 p.m. That's between Ten-Ten Road and Lake Wheeler Road.
A mom left her two toddlers in a sweltering hot car to gamble at a casino. Now she’s been jailed for murder
A mom who left her two young daughters inside a sweltering hot car while she gambled inside a casino has now been jailed for their murders. Launice Battle, 31, from Wake County, North Carolina, pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder in the deaths of Trinity Milbourne, two, and her sister Amora, three.
Wake County Salvation Army volunteers hand out fans to those in need
Volunteers with the Salvation Army in Wake County passed out 150 box fans to people in the community at their Raleigh location off Capitol Boulevard.Drivers lined up in the parking lot of the building an hour ahead of Wednesday's giveaway. Most people in line waiting were seniors, including Rebecca Lasane.She describes this summer heat as miserable. "This has been the hottest summer I believe I have ever seen. It has really been hot. It seems to be okay early in the morning. But about 11:00, you better start fanning."Lasane was the second person in line for a fan. "I'm gonna...
NC Attorney General Stein announces $86 million settlement in principle with Indivior
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein announced an $86 million multi-state settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Indivior for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. North Carolina state and local governments are anticipated to receive approximately $2.5 million from the settlement in principle. “North Carolinians are dying every day from opioid […]
ENC National Night Out roundup
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — National Night Out is a time for strengthening police-community partnerships and highlighting local resources. These events create an atmosphere for sharing information and building positive relationships between citizens and law enforcement. Here are some National Night Out events taking place throughout our area. Carteret County:
Two lawsuits, federal and state probes shackle North Carolina election board
(The Center Square) – Two lawsuits, one federal investigation and one state investigation have created quite a first 26 days of July for the North Carolina State Board of Elections. Chaired by Democrat Alan Hirsch, the panel was hit with a second litigation on Friday, this time by the state Democratic Party. Plaintiffs ask in Wake County Superior Court to have the We the People Party, approved July 16, removed from the November ballot. ...
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