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Jay Chaudhuri wins sixth election to secure North Carolina senate seat

Indian American Democrat Jay Chaudhuri has won re-election to the North Carolina State Senate, defeating Republican challenger David Bankert with approximately 75.1 percent of the vote in the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Chaudhuri received 61,375 votes against Bankert’s 20,368, according to results reported by the North Carolina election authorities. Bankert...

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Raleigh News & Observer

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How Cary's spending scandal is already shaping the 2027 mayor's race

The 2027 Cary mayoral race is taking shape unusually early, driven in part by the fallout from Town Hall’s spending controversy . Two former elected officials — former Morrisville Mayor Mark Stohlman and former Apex council member Scott Lassiter — are already campaigning to replace longtime Mayor Harold Weinbrecht, both arguing that Cary’s elected leaders failed to adequately oversee former Town Manager Sean Stegall. Weinbrecht, mayor since 2007, said on his blog in January that he intends to seek reelection. He has not faced a close race since defeating Michelle Muir 58%-41% in 2011. He ran unopposed in 2015 and 2023 and won 84% of the vote in 2019, meaning a three-way contest could become his most competitive reelection campaign in 16 years. Weinbrecht did not respond to an N&O interview request. On his blog, he has said he began questioning Stegall’s spending in fall 2025, contacted Cary’s outside auditor Nov. 14 and supported removing Stegall after staff raised additional concerns. He has also argued that Cary remains financially strong and that most of the roughly $24.2 million in town P-card transactions from Jan. 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2025, listed by the state auditor represented routine expenses. The council

Cary, NC · 3d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Bring all your merry and cheer to the Raleigh Christmas Parade

The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade jump-starts the holiday season across central North Carolina.

Raleigh, NC · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Why one of NC's newly elected lawmakers has no plans yet to pick a side

While the majority of registered voters in the state are unaffiliated with a major political party, it is uncommon for a candidate who doesn’t fall into Republican or Democratic molds to be elected to office. However, voters in Lee County chose April Montgomery, an unaffiliated candidate who campaigned on investing in public education and supporting small businesses, over a Republican candidate. Democrats took control of the state House in last week’s election. The party flipped so many seats that it is one seat away from a supermajority in the House, which could open up a role for Montgomery with Democrats who need one more vote to attain that dominant share. Montgomery told The News & Observer that she currently does not have plans to join either party’s strategy meetings. “We’ll figure out fairly early on in the season what the priorities are going to be and what best suits my district given those priorities and make decisions from there,” she said. Montgomery defeated Republican Charles Taylor, who serves as a Sanford City Council member. Republican Rep. John Sauls held the seat for seven terms over two tenures and did not seek reelection. Taylor filed a defamation lawsuit just before the

North Carolina · 2d

Axios Raleigh

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Jonathan Lambert-Melton reflects on leaving Raleigh City Council

After seven years helping guide Raleigh's growth and policies, Raleigh City Council member Jonathan Lambert-Melton will step away from his role as an at-large member in December. Why it matters: Lambert-Melton's time on the council was not only historic — he was the first openly LGBTQ person elected in the city — but he was one of the most influential in shifting Raleigh's policies toward building more housing, adding density and investing in transit. While on council, Raleigh passed several zoning reforms that allowed more types of housing to be built more densely, like accessory dwelling units and cottage courts , to be built. The decisions were not made without pushback . Driving the news: Lambert-Melton will be replaced by Sana Siddiqui at an at-large member of the council. Earlier this year, Lambert-Melton was unsuccessful in winning a primary to be a Wake County Commissioner. Axios recently talked with Lambert-Melton about his time on council. This Q&A has been edited for length and clarity. After skyrocketing after the pandemic, rent and home prices in Raleigh have fallen in recent years. Are Raleigh's softer rents a correction after the pandemic, or evidence that pushing more supply works? It's 100% the latter.

Raleigh, NC · 1d

The Wake Weekly

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Road closure near Durant Road expected to last four months

Drivers face a four-month closure near Durant Road as NCDOT connects new neighborhoods to the roadway.

Raleigh, NC · 18h

Lovely Garden Roots

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Albert Rodebaugh of Craigsville, West Virginia, Took the N.C. State Fair Giant Pumpkin Title at 2,123 Pounds, and a Blacksburg Couple Set a Virginia Record

Albert Rodebaugh won the N.C. State Fair giant pumpkin title at 2,123 pounds, and a Blacksburg couple's 1,861.8-pound pumpkin set a Virginia record.

Blacksburg, VA · 1d

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Pittsboro ethics case tests the line between hard questioning and misconduct

Pittsboro, NC – When Pittsboro commissioners take up allegations of ethics violations against Commissioner John Bonitz tonight, they will confront two questions that should not be collapsed into one: whether Bonitz should vote on a judgment of his own conduct, and whether the evidence establishes that he violated any of seven cited provisions of the town’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.

Pittsboro, NC · 2d

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North Carolina Reviews Delayed Deputy Appointment Notice in Granville County

North Carolina’s Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission received notice of Joseph Costa’s Granville County appointment nearly two years after he took the oath in June 2024, the Raleigh News & Observer reported. The notice followed a court filing by prosecutor Mike Waters that raised questions about Costa’s departure from the Durham County Sheriff’s Office. Costa remains certified while the commission investigates; no outcome has been announced.

Granville County, NC · 1d

The Johnstonian News

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Pace Family Farms owner earns statewide recognition

Johnston County Commissioner Michelle Pace Davis placed third in North Carolina’s Farmer of the Year competition for her work at Pace Family Farms.

Johnston County, NC · 1d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Durham honors veterans, remembers sacrifice ahead of Veterans Day

Veterans across Durham were honored Tuesday for their service, sacrifice, and lasting contributions to their communities and the nation.

Durham, NC · 1d

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$50.8 million adult care home in Wake County seeks approval from NCDHHS

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A proposed $50.8 million adult care home in Wake County is seeking approval from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, officials said Monday. According to state officials, Brightview Senior Development, LLC and Brightview Wake I, LLC filed a certificate of need application...

Wake County, NC · 16h

CBS 17

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Gov. Stein honors NC former military at Veterans Day event in Durham

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Gov. Josh Stein honored North Carolina veterans during a Veterans Day ceremony at North Carolina Central University on Wednesday, recognizing several residents for their service while highlighting efforts to make the state more military-friendly. Stein inducted six North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of the state’s […]

North Carolina · 14h

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Weekend best bets: Lafayette Village tree lighting, markets, and movies in the square

The fall chill may be setting in, but there are still plenty of things to do this weekend around the Triangle. Check out one of the season's last outdoor movies, kick off your holidays with tree lighting and ice skating, or enjoy artisan shopping at various locations around the Triangle.

Raleigh, NC · 19h

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North Carolina Announces 2026 Book Award Winners

RALEIGH – North Carolina will recognize several authors and literary contributors during the 2026 North Carolina Book Awards ceremony on Friday, December 4. The awards will be presented during the annual meeting of the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association at 109 E. Jones Street in Raleigh. The ceremony begins at 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

North Carolina · 22h

The Wake Weekly

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Wake Forest and Louisburg to host Veterans Day events at 11 a.m. Nov. 11

Wake Forest and Louisburg will host Veterans Day events at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, including a ceremony at the Veterans Monument and a musical tribute at Louisburg College.

Louisburg, NC · 1d

WRAL News

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Judge appoints business professional to make decisions about St. Aug’s future

A new man is charge of the future of Saint Augustine’s University. Just as the deadline arrived for school leadership to submit a formal, forward-looking plan to the court, they instead decided to hire a business professional to take the lead. The troubled HBCU filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy...

Raleigh, NC · 1d

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Wake School Board And Principals Discuss Limitations On Reducing Tech In Schools

WUNC - The Wake County school board met with a panel of students and principals this week to discuss the pros and cons of 1-to-1 devices. This comes as the board is developing a new strategy for purchasing student laptops. The group of students invited onto the panel have been...

Wake County, NC · 1d

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North Carolina WWII medic turns 104, will be interviewed by National WWII Museum for archives

George Chall's life has brought him around the globe. From World War II battlefields to Pittsboro, North Carolina, Chall's life will now be a piece of recorded history in the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. This October, Chall turned 104 years old surrounded by friends, family, and community who...

Pittsboro, NC · 16h

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REMC awards Bright Ideas grants to 13 area teachers

ASHEBORO — Randolph Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) recently honored educators by awarding $14,000 in Bright Ideas grants to 13 area teachers. More than 2,600 students at schools in Randolph, Moore, Montgomery and Chatham Counties will benefit from the grants, which support classroom projects in science, art, physical education and more.

Randolph County, NC · 2d