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Durham-based Diaper Bank sees huge surge in requests amid federal government shutdown
Diaper Bank of NC is a nonprofit that serves residents in need across the state. The organization has received requests for products like formula for babies, including diapers due to recent furloughs ...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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Be sure to stop when a school bus is dropping off or picking up kids.

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Authorities urge NC motorists to stop for bus drivers to avoid school bus-involved crashes
Law enforcement want drivers across the state to practice safe driving and stop when school buses are dropping kids off or picking them up.
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September 5, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Summer camp that addresses kids dealing with mental health and substance use hopes to expand in 2026
Camp Heal, which was funded through opioid settlement money, is working to get more funding so that it can expand next year.
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August 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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UNC researchers are working on an AI robot that can perform simple tasks in a lab setting
Researchers believe the autonomous robot makes things more efficient for scientists by completing tasks programmed through coding.
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August 4, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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If you're wondering about what events you should go to for the 4th of July, check out this list. www.wunc.org/term/news/20...
Things you should know while celebrating Independence Day in North Carolina
Communities, cities, and towns are hosting 4th of July celebrations and firework shows across the state.
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July 3, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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A Blue Whales exhibit is officially opening to the public Saturday in Raleigh. Check it out

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NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh set to open exhibit on the planet’s largest animals ever
The NC Museum of Natural Sciences' special exhibition on blue whales will open this weekend for the next six months.
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June 20, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Here’s some Juneteenth community events in NC today.

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Your guide to Juneteenth community events across Central North Carolina
Juneteenth is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.
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June 19, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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If you're in Raleigh, watch out for the little guys crossing the road! 🐢

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NC State researchers urge Triangle drivers to watch out for turtles crossing the roads
Students who were a part of North Carolina State University's turtle rescue team conducted the research.
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June 17, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Today the Brentwood Road Post Office was renamed after Millie Dunn Veasey. www.wunc.org/term/news/20...
Raleigh post office renamed after a local member of the only all-Black female World War II unit
Millie Dunn Veasey was a member of the 6888th Battalion. She was honored during a renaming ceremony of the post office on Brentwood Road at her home church, St. Ambrose Episcopal Church in Raleigh.
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May 10, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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Q&A: The North Carolina Theatre in Raleigh will soon close after 40 years
The North Carolina Theatre is housed within the Martin Marietta Performing Arts Center. It’s Raleigh’s largest professional theatre company that produces live musical theatre.
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April 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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42nd Street Oyster Bar has closed its doors after about a 100-year run
42nd Street Oyster Bar was a popular seafood restaurant in Raleigh. The nearly century-old establishment closed its doors on Sunday.
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March 31, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Impacted by federal cuts, NCDHHS set to eliminate dozens of jobs after losing $100 million in grants
The Trump Administration eliminated millions in federal grant funding for North Carolina, which state health officials say will affect areas within the department like behavioral health and substance ...
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March 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Mental health is just as important for adults as it is for kids! www.wunc.org/term/news/20...
K-12 students in NC will soon have access to virtual mental health services this year
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing virtual mental health services through a partnership with United Healthcare.
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March 28, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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NC State is developing a workshop for Spanish-speaking foreign workers to learn management skills
North Carolina State University will launch a one-day workshop to help Spanish-speaking foreign workers in agricultural entry-level jobs advance to supervisory roles.
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March 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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North Carolina wildlife officials are warning residents to avoid interactions with bear cubs
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is working to cut down on bear and human conflicts this spring.
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March 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has a new role teaching at Harvard University
Roy Cooper is a fellow at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
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March 25, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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Migration growth has surged in North Carolina, and part of that is because of the Triangle
The U.S. Census Bureau has released its latest population growth data for every state including North Carolina.
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March 19, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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UNC Health expands clinic providing those with Down syndrome tailored healthcare over a lifespan
UNC Down Syndrome Clinic in Chapel Hill is for children and adults. The clinic provides access to critical care that people with Down syndrome need.
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March 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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USDA cancels $11 million in federal funding for North Carolina food banks
The USDA has notified the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services that it would terminate the agreement for the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program, which is one of the progr...
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March 15, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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UNC law students to assist in offering free legal aid to those impacted by Helene in western NC
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Law is partnering with Legal Aid of North Carolina to address post-Helene legal efforts.
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March 11, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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Flu deaths in North Carolina are increasing. Health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated to prevent respiratory illnesses.

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North Carolina’s flu deaths surpasses 360, the highest it's been in 7 years.
According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, most flu-related deaths across the state are seniors.
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March 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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Some North Carolina leaders are unsure if federal cuts will impact school meal programs
Carolina Hunger Initiative held its 14th annual North Carolina Child Hunger Leaders Conference.
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February 26, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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New program aimed at helping those in a mental health crisis in Raleigh set to launch this summer
The CARES program will be accessed through a 911 call center offering resources to people who need assistance beyond help from a police officer.
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February 14, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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A new children's hospital is coming to the Triangle through a partnership between Duke Health and UNC Health systems

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UNC, Duke partner on NC's first stand-alone children's hospital coming to the Triangle area
North Carolina's Children's health campus is only dedicated to children through a partnership between UNC Health and Duke Health systems.
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January 29, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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Ravens had too many turnovers and fumbles tonight! Super disappointing.
January 20, 2025 at 3:25 AM