The City of Raleigh has a new mayor in Janet Cowell, who must find a balance between rapid growth, affordability and safety.

Wilmington elected officials will take their oaths of office during a reception and swearing-in ceremony at the Chase Center.

A son of Mayor Pro Tem Yvonne Johnson and an advocate for the West Friendly Overlay are among those interested in the vacant seat.

It’s been nearly a year since the Mebane City Council unanimously approved a proposal from the popular gas station chain Buc-ee’s. This came after a very heated ...