Apple gets more time to meet the goals that were part of the hundreds of millions in incentives it got from North Carolina. The latest from @skyoutbriout.bsky.social.

What exactly happened in the emergency department that left a hospital police officer dead and a Garner man charged with murder. The suspect's family thinks the release of security footage could provide answers. The latest from @solomonlexib.bsky.social.

Great reporting by @chantalallam.bsky.social on "disaster investors" who made money after Tropical Storm Chantal. "Experts warn the line between savvy investing and predatory behavior is thin, and often tested after disasters like Chantal."

Think covering a trip by the US first and second ladies sounds glamourous? Eh, not quite. Come for Josh Shaffer's description of what they wore and he wore. Stay for a chicken nugget essay that speaks to all of us. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a...

Welcome to the traffic and parking jungle, Gn'R fans.

In a letter sent to The N&O, former NC Rep. Cecil Brockman claims he didn't know alleged victim's age. "He told me he was a legally consenting age and he looked the age he claimed. He was 6’1 (and) muscular.” The latest from @kyleingram.bsky.social. #ncpol www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...

Could one of Raleigh's most beloved restaurants make a comeback next year? The latest from Drew Jackson.

Our live updates file on what's happening across the Triangle with the US Border Patrol today. This will be updated throughout the day.

Immigration agents are expected in Raleigh on Tuesday, following a weekend of arrests and protests in Charlotte. The latest from @annamroman.bsky.social.

A North Carolina jury agrees with a woman who says a TikTok influencer ruined her marriage. North Carolina is one of the few states with an "alienation of affection" law. Breaking news from @dmtwumasi.bsky.social.

Rough seas claim more homes on North Carolina's Outer Banks. The latest from Martha Quillin.

“The loss we face is unimaginable. The responsibility before us is great.” The latest from Johnston County authorities on the deaths of 4 children and the charges their father faces. Story by @solomonlexib.bsky.social and @dmtwumasi.bsky.social.

A streamer and an entertainment company are fighting over a distribution deal, with their customers caught in the middle and frustrated. ... Stop us if you've heard this before. The latest from @reneeumsted.bsky.social.

How true is that viral social media post suggesting that North Carolina teachers call out sick next month? @keunghui.bsky.social did some digging.

Remains of four children were thought to be in the trunk of a vehicle "for a long period of time." Just a horrific story. The latest from @solomonlexib.bsky.social.

We're getting our first look at the Raleigh Convention Center expansion. Here's the latest from @reneeumsted.bsky.social.

The trolls are here, Raleigh folks! Here's a look from @dmtwumasi.bsky.social and Ethan Hyman.

JD Vance once officiated the wedding of Kyle Walsh. Now, the Duke professor and close friend of the vice president will head NIH's Research Triangle Park division. Was he properly vetted for the job? @skyoutbriout.bsky.social story.

NC lawmakers came to Raleigh to redistrict, again. They are leaving the capital without a state budget, again. The House and Senate -- both led by Republicans -- remain deadlocked with no compromise in sight. The latest from @lucianaperezu.bsky.social and @dawnbvaughan.bsky.social. #ncpol

"That little piece of paper doesn’t protect you.” Powerful journalism from @solomonlexib.bsky.social and Kaitlin McKeown about a domestic violence victim who got annual protective orders to halt her ex-husband's harassment. But they were not enough.

NC Republicans say they are redistricting to give the GOP a likely 11th congressional district as part of a national "political arms race." Democrats call it "egregious" and "the day fascism came to North Carolina." @kyleingram.bsky.social story. #ncpol

A Wake County father has told the school board repeatedly since March that his son was assaulted by a substitute teacher. Now, the school's principal was suspended without pay. @keunghui.bsky.social story.

“I don’t want my kids living with fear all the time." Powerful story from @nathanpcollins.bsky.social on a Raleigh husband and father of two teenage daughters who made the decision to self deport.

Yes, what goes on in these cash-only "sweepstakes" parlors is illegal in North Carolina. And many authorities don't seem to care. In-depth reporting by @skyoutbriout.bsky.social.

NC Republicans unveil a redrawn congressional map aimed at diluting Democratic voters in the state's only district that is now competitive. Story from @kyleingram.bsky.social.

Surplus Sid's -- a Carrboro spot like no other -- is now gone. Story from @tammygrubb.bsky.social.

Do "Wanted" political posters in Durham elections debate lean into racist tropes? Or are they legitimate political criticism? Interesting story from Kristen Johnson.

“So many credit reports wiped clean. This is life changing news for so many families." Story from @lucianaperezu.bsky.social.

NC Republican leaders say they'll heed Trump's call to redistrict again in attempt to get another GOP seat in Congress. Democrats lambaste move. Story from @kyleingram.bsky.social. #ncpol

So this story from @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social has a lot going on in it: pumpkin spice cannabis, "the Buc-ee's of pot" and claims and questions about the "science of teleportation," "ego-driven theatrics" and "casino cartels." (Plus, this image makes me hungry for Count Chocula.)

The latest from @shelbyswanson.bsky.social about the daily soap opera "As the UNC Football Program Turns" ...

Why have so many houses on the NC coast collapsed into the sea this year? Why were they so near the water anyway? And who cleans up the mess? Martha Quillin answers your questions.

What is a King tide and why should the NC coast be wary of it this weekend? The latest from @reneeumsted.bsky.social.

Shocking story today: An NC legislator is charged with statutory rape and indecent liberties. A magistrate also says the lawmaker “has made attempts to contact the victim in this case and has gone as far as attempting to locate the juvenile in the hospital." The latest from Avi Bajpai.

NC Sen. Thom Tillis questions National Guard deployments and rejects notion that Charlotte is unsafe. Story by @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social. #ncpol

A Harnett County animal sanctuary that includes a barn and a reptile room is for sale. Some animals come with. Story by @chantalallam.bsky.social.

The saga of Francine -- the Lowe's store cat who went missing in Virginia -- ends happily in North Carolina. Simone Jasper reports.

Why NC's new law requiring teachers to catalog all their classroom books means fewer reading options for some students. @keunghui.bsky.social reports.

"I know you! You're the midterm girl!" Josh Shaffer talks to the frustrated UNC football fan who has gone viral.

Two underperforming ACC football teams. A 10 am (yes, 10 AM!) concert by rapper Ludacris. Come for @dmtwumasi.bsky.social's story on what's happening in Chapel Hill on Saturday. Stay for @shelbyswanson.bsky.social and @chapelfowler.bsky.social's Ludacris knowledge.

A Raleigh police officer is fired and facing multiple charges after authorities say he had a sexual encounter instead of conducting a DWI investigation. Story from @annamroman.bsky.social.

An expansive North Carolina crime bill that grew out of the fatal Charlotte transit stabbing has been signed into law. The latest from Avi Bajpai.

North Carolina's Medicaid cuts started this week. @lucianaperezu.bsky.social breaks down what that could mean and when.

There's lots of chatter about the government shutdown. @daniellebattaglia.bsky.social is out here doing the lord's work explaining what's true, what's not and what's complicated.

The pandemic led to a quick exit for this high-concept Raleigh restaurant with a celebrity chef. Now, it's making a comeback. @reneeumsted.bsky.social reports.

New North Carolina laws take effect today, including stricter immigration enforcement and more protections for children. Story from @kyleingram.bsky.social.

Durham considers wading into a politically divisive firestorm: how to feed birds and other wildlife. (Subtitle: Are squirrels why we can't have nice things?) Kristen Johnson explains.

UNC has placed a professor on administrative leave while it investigates his alleged ties to an anti-fascist group. He says he hasn't been part of the group since 2018. The group says it disbanded in 2019. Details from @koriedean.bsky.social.

“It’s a piece of Chapel Hill’s legacy.” This historic -- but definitely unusual looking -- home is for sale. Details from @chantalallam.bsky.social.

The NC State Fair new food list is out, and @reneeumsted.bsky.social has details on those that sound worth trying (Brown Sugar Hushpuppies, BBQ Doughnut), those that sound like a maybe (Fried Frozen Watermelon) and those that are hard NOs (Pickle Soup, Flaming Hot Cheetos Pickle Pizza).