Selection Sunday is less than three weeks away. How many ACC teams are in line to receive NCAA Tournament bids? Far more than last season.

See images from the Blue Devils top-5 matchup with the Wolverines in the Capital Showcase at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., Sat. Feb. 21, 2026

No. 3 Duke overcame Cameron Boozer’s foul trouble and protected its second-half lead while defeating the No, 1-ranked Michigan Wolverines.

The measles is going around. Is your child's school protected? I did a ton of data cleaning and analysis to bring you answers, via @charlotteobserver.com. www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

A selection of moments across the Triangle and North Carolina as captured through the lens of The News & Observer’s visual journalists.

Never mind all the charm and talent. That much of Isiah is always onscreen and utterly obvious. Instead, a last word to let everyone know what isn't evidenced on film: He was an even better person than he was an actor; a warm and gracious delight of a man. Goodbye, friend.

Excited to start a new role as The N&O’s Democracy Reporter! #ncpol I’ll continue to cover voting rights, power struggles and more in NC politics with a focus on how voters can make democracy work for them. Got tips? Send them to [email protected] www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...

Boozer's up to 29 points and Duke retakes the lead when a Ngongba 3 hits the side of the backboard, he gets his own rebound, misses the layup and then taps in his own miss. They all count. Duke 66-64, Arkansas timeout.

Maybe a punt really *isn't* a bad play. It worked for NC State on Friday -- twice -- to set up the final score in a 21-11 win over Florida State, the Wolfpack's fourth straight over the Seminoles. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

At Centennial Authority meeting today, authority approved NC State's request to use its share of naming-rights revenue, about $500,000/yr, to support the basketball program, with restrictions on how the money is spent and a reserve fund. From May: www.newsobserver.com/sports/colle...

Breaking news: Robert Redford, the big-screen idol turned Oscar-winning director, independent film advocate and environmental activist, died at 89.

On this Labor Day, be sure to read the N&O's Josh Shaffer's story on the Wolfpack's Clyde "The Glide" Austin and his family's desire to bring him home after his death (free link) www.newsobserver.com/news/local/a...

Why NC State & ECU fans are equally annoyed after last night | Darian Mensah looks like real deal at Duke | Crucial ACC season openers | Jerry Jones is just Vince McMahon | linktr.ee/ogtriangleme...

Shout out to City of Raleigh Museum for this morning’s informative Downtown Black History Tour. Interesting tidbits like how Hargett Street became Raleigh Black Main Street. You can find out more about upcoming Saturday morning tours at www.cityofraleighmuseum.org/Events#calen... #nced

OPPENHEIMER was released two year ago today. One of Christopher Nolan’s most successful films, the behind the scenes story is, like most Nolan productions, enormous… 1/35

INCEPTION was released 15 years ago today. A masterclass in how to blend digital and practical effects and one of the definitive films of Christopher Nolan, the making of story might have you believing it’s all a dream… 1/42

“Life is already hard, so this is just another thing we have to get through.” Kristen Johnson and @vizjourno.bsky.social highlight rescues and evacuations in Durham after Chantal.

NC Gov. Josh Stein promotes our state's mountains and Helene recovery with noted South Carolinian Stephen Colbert. (Sorry, Stephen, but our barbecue is still better!) Story from @dawnbvaughan.bsky.social. #ncpol

Great to be back in North Carolina! Tomorrow night’s show in Carrboro is already sold out. Ahead of Tuesday night’s show in Asheville I did a new interview with Asheville Stages - check it out here… ashevillestages.com/music/interv... Last tix for Asheville show: www.peterhookandthelight.live

I have been around for every playoff series except 1999, and I can say this with total conviction: This is the worst one (so far) in the Hurricanes' 28 years in NC. They're making errors that would be punished by ECHL scrubs in the preseason. Total collapse. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

Always trying to tell some different stories in the playoffs (usually for the Sunday paper, which does still exist) when more people are paying attention. Today’s 120 seconds of hell is part of that. www.newsobserver.com/sports/nhl/c...

Two years ago, all four losses were closer than this, but the aura of being outfoxed by the Panthers was nearly identical Tuesday. After a rare home loss, the Hurricanes have to find a way to fight the broad sweep of history that keeps pushing back at them. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

When Jai Lucas left Duke on the eve of the ACC tournament, he left Duke behind. The only game Lucas actually watched was the only one Duke lost. Rebuilding Miami’s program as a first-time head coach occupied the entirety of the 36-year-old’s agenda in March. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

Can’t wait to headline Punk Rock Bowling festival in Las Vegas on May 25th! 🇺🇸 🎳 New interview here on Joy Division’s punk beginnings: tahoeonstage.com/spotlight/pe... Vegas festival date is part of our North American tour which starts in 5 DAYS! Dates/tickets: www.peterhookandthelight.live

Setlist from Interzone festival at Scarborough Spa last night - thanks everyone! Now ready for North America in 10 DAYS! We’ll play the Get Ready LP in full (plus extras from the era!) followed by a second set of hits, that could look something like this? Dates/Tix: www.peterhookandthelight.live

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN PLEASE WELCOME TO THE PARKING LOTS YOUR CAROLINA HURRICONES www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

Great investigative work by @dpkane.bsky.social uncovering the hidden but persistent efforts by legislators, lobbyists and consultants to bring casinos to parts of North Carolina. Another in Dan's smart Power + Secrecy series.

The new Republican majority on the NC Board of Elections ousted longtime director Karen Brinson Bell. When she asked for a moment to give farewell remarks, the board adjourned without allowing her to do so. Watch @tinsnow12.bsky.social's video and read @kyleingram.bsky.social's story. #ncpol

After more than six months and a seemingly endless number of legal filings and hearings, North Carolina's race for a Supreme Court seat is finally over. The latest from @kyleingram.bsky.social on what was the last unsettled election in the nation. #ncpol www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...

NC State gets about $500k per year from the Lenovo Center naming rights, earmarked for arena improvements requested by the university. Today, the athletic department asked the arena authority if that money could directly support men's basketball instead. www.newsobserver.com/sports/colle...

No hats for Andrei Svechnikov in North Jersey, but a few in … North Raleigh? www.newsobserver.com/sports/nhl/c...

Fascinating story from @dawnbvaughan.bsky.social and Avi Bajpai about how the NC senator ousted from his leadership role by fellow Democrats is now working more with the GOP. Some of these quotes from all sides ... wow! #ncpol www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...

1 month until our North American tour! We’ll perform the ‘Get Ready’ LP (plus extras from the era) followed by a second set of JD/NO hits - you can see example setlists here… We’ll also perform the best of Joy Division at Punk Rock Bowling Festival in Las Vegas. www.peterhookandthelight.live

Three years of renovations to the Lenovo Center have started, and fans — and most employees — will never see the results of this first part. But carving out new space under the arena in the middle of the night opens up options elsewhere. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

Presale tickets are now available for all dates on our newly announced November UK tour! We’ll be performing the ‘Get Ready’ album followed by a full second set of Joy Division & New Order classics. Secure your tickets now ahead of Friday’s general sale: www.peterhookandthelight.live

Some photos from last night’s tour kickoff at the Marble Factory in Bristol - thanks again everyone! London tonight at the Troxy: Doors @ 7 PH&TL @ 8 Finish @ 11 ‘Get Ready’ LP in full + 2nd set of hits. Last tix: www.peterhookandthelight.live Signed merch will be available!

MAD MAX was released 46 years ago this week. Acclaimed as one of the great low-budget films, and the movie that launched the career of star Mel Gibson, the making of story is a ride through a dystopian wasteland… 1/44

North Carolina's DMV renewal and REAL ID process can be so frustrating and confusing. Here is a very useful, step-by-step guide from someone who just lived through it, our @brookecain.bsky.social.

I sorted through every single salary reference in the Senate budget bill to write this easy to read explainer on all the proposed raises for state employees and teachers. Check it out. #ncpol #ncga #nced www.newsobserver.com/news/politic...

AMERICAN PSYCHO was released 25 years ago today. A modern cult classic, and the film that kick-started the huge career of star Christian Bale, the story behind the scenes is as entertaining as Huey Lewis and The News… 1/38

STAR TREK was released 16 years ago this week. A reboot and prequel of the classic series, it cemented J.J. Abrams’ position as one of the foremost blockbuster filmmakers of his generation. The story of how it came to the big screen will take you where no one has gone before… 1/53

Rooster Man Above Vitebsk, by Marc Chagall, 1925, 📸 by Eric Gay

It’s an interesting moment to be a college basketball star. After decades when they had to not only refuse commercial opportunities but pretend they didn’t exist, anyone and everyone can cash in. But no one has cashed in like Cooper Flagg. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

In sixth grade, Jon Scheyer went to play in another suburb, a half-hour and a world away. Some formative experiences reveal traits. Others hone them. “Jon’s success does not surprise me,” his coach said. “Not at all. He was always wired to do what he’s doing.” www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

Man. RIP Val Kilmer. Much more than Iceman, he was perfect as Nick Rivers and Chris Knight. Rest in peace. www.nytimes.com/2025/04/01/m...

Our 2025 North American tour is coming up NEXT MONTH..!! 13 dates on our new ‘Get Ready’ live tour, which also feature a full second set of Joy Division/New Order hits… 1 headline slot at Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas performing the best of Joy Division. Tickets: www.peterhookandthelight.live

HIGH FIDELITY was released 25 years ago today. One of the most successful adaptations of a nick Hornby novel, and as popular with music lovers as movie fans, the behind-the-scenes tale has to be in the Top 5 making of stories… 1/31

Stanley Borden has had the best seat in the stands for Duke's NCAA tournament run, but it's not the seat he wanted. After spending the whole season on Duke's bench, the 7-foot senior reserve is the odd man out now. "It sucks, to be frank,” Borden said. www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-c...

THE MATRIX was released 26 years ago today. Acclaimed as both one of the great science fiction movies and a groundbreaking action film, the behind-the-scenes story will have you questioning reality… 1/44