Category Archives: Triangle/Local
Juneteenth observed across NC as communities honor freedom and history
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - Juneteenth, the holiday that honors the end of slavery in the United States, will be celebrated across North Carolina today along with events throughout the month that reflect b...
Jun 19, 2025
NC's Iconic Cheerwine Funnel Cake crowned Best Fair Food by Food Network
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - A North Carolina State Fair favorite just earned a national spotlight. The Food Network has named the Cheerwine Funnel Cake from Beaver Concessions the best fair food in the sta...
Jun 17, 2025
Goats on the Go: Raleigh taps four-legged crew to tackle invasive plants at Dorothea Dix Park
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - Raleigh's most unconventional landscaping crew is back at work-this time with hooves on the ground and greenery in their sights.Goats on the Go has partnered with the Triangle a...
Jun 12, 2025
Poll shows broad support for vaccines, rising concern over decline in childhood immunizations
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - A new national poll is revealing a rare point of agreement among American voters across the political spectrum: strong support for keeping FDA-approved vaccines accessible. The ...
Jun 10, 2025
Invasive Alabama bass threaten native fish and tournaments across North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - A fast-spreading invasive fish is raising alarms across North Carolina-and wildlife officials say it's already threatening some of the state's most popular game fish. The North ...
Jun 10, 2025
101 dogs living in packed, filthy conditions removed from North Carolina home
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Dozens of dogs found living in packed, filthy conditions were removed from a North Carolina home.Animal control officers responding to a complaint in Raleigh discovered 101 dogs c...
Jun 07, 2025
The International Soccer Tournament kicks off in Cary promising major matches and entertainment
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - June has arrived and so has one of the biggest sports events Wake County has ever seen. WakeMed Soccer Park is playing host to The Soccer Tournament-a global, winner-take-all co...
Jun 04, 2025
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month highlights the importance of brain health in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - June marks Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month and the Alzheimer's Association of Eastern North Carolina is calling on residents to take proactive steps toward protecting th...
Jun 03, 2025
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner offers important preparation advice as hurricane season begins
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – Hurricane season is officially underway and NOAA is predicting a stormy ride for 2025. The Atlantic forecast includes 19 named storms, nine hurricanes and four that could ...
Jun 02, 2025
What’s in a name? A small fortune for businesses around Fort Bragg
By ALLEN G. BREED AP National WriterFAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP) - When it came to a picking a name for his business, Ralph Rodriguez rolled the dice. He went with Fort Liberty Pawn & Gun.It's going to...
May 29, 2025