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Raleigh courthouse shooting suspect carries decades of lawsuits and legal woes
crime10 days ago

Raleigh courthouse shooting suspect carries decades of lawsuits and legal woes

A Raleigh woman, Gwendolyn White, 57, is charged with two counts of attempted murder after shooting two attorneys outside the Wake County Courthouse during or after a hearing tied to a civil suit she filed against the Rolesville Police Department for body-camera footage. White has filed at least 15 lawsuits in Wake County since 1997, including cases against a church, and was limited by a gatekeeper order in 2023. She also faced a 2023 stalking case with a court-ordered mental-health treatment. The incident followed a hearing on her case; police say she retrieved a handgun from her car and opened fire as the attorneys left. White’s history with the courts includes disputes over her mother’s medical care and past social-media posts; her mother died in 2025, prompting additional online remarks before the shooting.

via Raleigh News & Observer|
#court-news#crime#lawsuits
Gunfire Erupts at Wake County College Party; One Dead, Several Injured
crime1 month ago

Gunfire Erupts at Wake County College Party; One Dead, Several Injured

Wake County sheriff's deputies say five people were shot near Zebulon after the Oil Spill Party at Todd Park. One man, 21-year-old Lemonz Williams, died at the scene, and four others were injured. Investigators are searching for a suspect; no arrests have been announced. The event drew hundreds of mostly college students and was not university-sponsored.

via ABC11 Raleigh-Durham|
#college-party#crime#gun-violence
Raleigh Neighborhood on Alert After Child Bitten by Rabid Fox
public-health2 years ago

Raleigh Neighborhood on Alert After Child Bitten by Rabid Fox

Wake County Public Health issued a rabies alert after a rabid fox bit a child in a Raleigh neighborhood near Western Blvd. The fox tested positive for rabies and was euthanized. Residents are urged to report any encounters with the fox and ensure their pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations. Low-cost rabies vaccinations for pets are available, and residents are advised to avoid approaching unfamiliar animals and to take precautions if they spot an animal acting unusually.

via WRAL News|
#animal-control#public-health#rabies
"Raleigh Child Bitten by Rabid Fox Sparks Wake County Rabies Alert"
health-and-safety2 years ago

"Raleigh Child Bitten by Rabid Fox Sparks Wake County Rabies Alert"

Wake County Public Health issued a rabies alert after a 4-year-old girl was bitten by a rabid fox in a Raleigh neighborhood. The fox tested positive for rabies and was euthanized. Construction in the area is bringing out more wildlife, increasing the risk of encounters with rabid animals. Wake County encourages pet owners to ensure their pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations and offers low-cost vaccination options. Residents are advised to be cautious around unfamiliar animals and to seek medical attention if bitten or scratched by an animal.

via WRAL News|
#animal-control#health-and-safety#rabies
"Uncovering the Mystery of MPOX: 3 New Cases in Wake County"
health-and-fitness2 years ago

"Uncovering the Mystery of MPOX: 3 New Cases in Wake County"

Wake County Public Health has reported three new cases of mpox, a virus in the smallpox family, within the last six weeks. They are now urging those at risk to get vaccinated and are accepting walk-ins and appointments for the mpox vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control has recommended routine mpox vaccines to prevent high-risk infections, following an outbreak in 2022-2023 that affected over 31,000 Americans and resulted in 55 deaths.

via WTVD-TV|
#cdc#health-and-fitness#mpox
"Wake County Urges Increased JYNNEOS Vaccination Amid New Monkeypox Cases"
health2 years ago

"Wake County Urges Increased JYNNEOS Vaccination Amid New Monkeypox Cases"

Wake County Public Health officials are urging people at risk for monkeypox to get vaccinated, as three new cases have been reported in the area. The JYNNEOS vaccine is available for free at the Wake County Public Health Center, with walk-in and appointment-only services offered. Monkeypox symptoms include flu-like symptoms and a rash, and the CDC recommends vaccination for those with potential exposure or specific risk factors.

via WRAL News|
#health#monkeypox#symptoms
"Norovirus Outbreak at North Carolina Sushi Restaurant Sickens Hundreds"
health2 years ago

"Norovirus Outbreak at North Carolina Sushi Restaurant Sickens Hundreds"

Three cases of norovirus have been confirmed at Sushi Nine, a sushi restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina. A total of 241 people have reported becoming ill after visiting the restaurant between November 28 and December 5. The county health officials are investigating the source of the outbreak, but so far, no specific food item has been identified. The restaurant voluntarily closed for deep cleaning and has since reopened. Customers who visited the restaurant during the specified timeframe are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms and seek medical care if necessary.

via WGHP FOX8 Greensboro|
#food-contamination#health#illness-outbreak
Multiple Shootings in Raleigh and Wake County Leave One Dead and One Injured
crime2 years ago

Multiple Shootings in Raleigh and Wake County Leave One Dead and One Injured

One person was killed and another seriously injured in separate and unrelated shootings in Raleigh and Wake County. The Wake County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a man who was found with a gunshot wound, and a suspect has been charged with homicide. The Raleigh Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a woman in serious condition. Further details are currently unavailable.

via WTVD-TV|
#crime#homicide#investigation
COVID Vaccine Boosters Now Available by Appointment in Wake County
health2 years ago

COVID Vaccine Boosters Now Available by Appointment in Wake County

Wake County Public Health in North Carolina is offering booster shots of the Moderna vaccine starting Monday, following the CDC's recommendation for everyone over the age of 6 months. Appointments are required, and the county's vaccination locations are open Monday through Friday. The booster is seen as the best way to protect against new variants, and it is safe to receive the COVID, flu, and RSV vaccines on the same day. COVID cases are expected to surge in the upcoming winter months, and COVID numbers in North Carolina are increasing.

via WRAL News|
#booster-shots#covid-19#health
Rabies Outbreak Alert: Feral Cats and Raccoons Test Positive in Wake County and Jekyll Island.
health2 years ago

Rabies Outbreak Alert: Feral Cats and Raccoons Test Positive in Wake County and Jekyll Island.

Five people in Wake County were exposed to rabies during contact with a feral cat that approached four other neighbors and one dog. The cat had come on a woman's porch, scratched her and bit her. Wake County Animal Services trapped the cat and placed it in quarantine, but it died later the same day and tested positive for rabies. The cat is believed to have been part of a feral cat colony living behind a nearby grocery store off Old Creedmoor Road.

via WTVD-TV|
#animal-services#feral-cat#health