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What predators do cicadas have? Here's what experts say.
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Cicadas are the talk of the town along with the peculiar sound they make. While they are here—it leaves one to wonder: how do cicadas know when to wake up every 17 years?. They have a circadian rhythm of course!—well not exactly. "One theory...
Durham Housing Authority seeks additional safety resources with spree of shootings at apartment communities
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – Durham city leaders are searching for ways to keep residents safe after a recent spree of shootings in and around public housing communities. At the McDougald Terrace community, two people were shot in two separate incidents over the last few days. It’s not the only Durham Housing Authority property that’s seen more than it’s fair share of violence so far this year.
Monica to headline Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham
R&B singer Monica is the headliner for Saturday's Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham. This family-oriented event is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. WRAL is a proud community partner. This is the 54th annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival. The first festival was...
Raleigh restaurant named one of the most beautiful in the U.S.
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Restaurant reservation site OpenTable and PEOPLE magazine have recently teamed up to pick the 50 most beautiful restaurants in the country, and a Raleigh restaurant made the list. According to OpenTable, one restaurant was chosen from each state, and those selected are “super-stylish stunners” that...
NC Department of Adult Correction hosting career fair in Wake County
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — There is an career fair for correctional officers with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, and there is a handsome bonus attached. The career fair is on Thursday, May 16 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Wake Correctional Center located at 1000 Rock Quarry Rd. in Raleigh.
Future basketball recruit ‘always loved’ UNC growing up
While the 2025 recruiting class continues to be the primary focus for Hubert Davis and the UNC basketball program, future classes will start to get more and more attention. The staff will then start building out their boards with top targets and hopefully, it will be another successful cycle. There’s been little talk about the 2027 class from UNC’s side but already a few prospects have talked Tar Heels and potential future interest. The latest prospect to do so is Jason Gardner Jr., the son of Arizona legend Jason Gardner. During a recent interview with Pro Insight, Gardner Jr. mentioned that a...
Morrisville officer helps driver seconds before train speeds through deadly rail crossing
On Tuesday, the Morrisville Police Department posted a video that showed Officer Satterfield get out of his police cruiser at a rail crossing and help a driver just before a train arrived.
What is jail food like? Durham detention center opens its doors for community to give it a taste
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A new first took place in Durham on Thursday — a tasting event at the county detention center. The Durham County Detention Center hosted the gathering to give the public, as well as the Durham Delegation of the North Carolina General Assembly, the experience of seeing and eating what is being offered to inmates.
Group calls on North Carolina lawmakers to join Convention of States movement
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Convention of States supporters are calling on North Carolina lawmakers to become the 20th state to pass an Article V resolution. Volunteers, supporters, and leaders with the movement met in Raleigh on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, to rally support. An Article 5 resolution would allow...
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