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Cyclist killed, 20 injured after car crosses center line in Holly Springs
crime-and-safety30 minutes ago

Cyclist killed, 20 injured after car crosses center line in Holly Springs

A 76-year-old driver is facing multiple felony charges after his car crossed the center line and struck a group of cyclists in Holly Springs, killing one man and injuring 20 others. The victim, Patrick Turner, was a member of the Capital Cycling Club. The driver, Donald Robert Morris-Jones, was charged with DWI, hit-and-run, and death by vehicle. Local cycling communities are mourning the loss and calling for safer road sharing.

via WRAL|
#capital-cycling-club#crime-and-safety#donald-morris-jones
Fatal Crash on Optimist Farm Road: 76-Year-Old Driver Charged After Striking Cyclist Group
crime-and-courts6 hours ago

Fatal Crash on Optimist Farm Road: 76-Year-Old Driver Charged After Striking Cyclist Group

A 76-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after his vehicle crossed the center line and struck a group of cyclists in Wake County, North Carolina, killing one person and injuring others on Saturday morning. The driver, identified as Donald Robert Morris-Jones, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and other offenses. The crash occurred on Optimist Farm Road, where a group of approximately 30 cyclists from the Capital Cycling Club were riding. One cyclist, 63-year-old Patrick Turner, died at the scene, while 20 others sustained injuries ranging from minor to serious. The vehicle traveled away from the initial impact site before crashing into a ditch half a mile away. Authorities suspect impairment played a key role in the incident, which took place on a winding, two-lane road near Holly Springs.

via CNN|
#crime-and-courts#cycling-safety#dwi
Impaired driver kills cyclist, injures 20 in Wake County crash
crime-and-safety9 hours ago

Impaired driver kills cyclist, injures 20 in Wake County crash

A 76-year-old man is accused of driving while intoxicated after his vehicle struck a group of 30 cyclists in Wake County, North Carolina, on Saturday morning. The crash killed one person and injured 20 others, with seven suffering serious injuries. The driver, Donald Robert Morris-Jones, has been arrested and faces multiple felony charges, including death by motor vehicle.

via WRAL|
#crime-and-safety#cycling-safety#dwi
Wake County Library System Confirms Bed Bug Infestation at Oberlin Branch
local-news21 days ago

Wake County Library System Confirms Bed Bug Infestation at Oberlin Branch

Wake County Public Libraries confirmed that bed bugs were discovered in returned books at the Oberlin Regional Library in Raleigh. The county has been treating the facility since August 17, with the most recent treatment occurring on October 12. While the library remains open, officials are investigating unconfirmed reports of infestations at other branch locations.

via WRAL|
#bed-bugs#local-news#pest-control
NC Early Voting Opens with Record Wake County Sites Amid ID and Registration Scrutiny
politics21 days ago

NC Early Voting Opens with Record Wake County Sites Amid ID and Registration Scrutiny

North Carolina’s early voting period for the 2026 midterm elections began on October 15, running through October 31. Wake County offers a record 18 polling locations, while Mecklenburg County saw over 20,000 votes cast on the first day. Voters must present photo ID, and same-day registration is available only during early voting, not on Election Day.

via Greensboro News and Record|
#2026-midterms#early-voting#north-carolina
Isaias Remnants Spawn Tornadoes in Raleigh, Leaving Homes Damaged but No Injuries Reported
weather26 days ago

Isaias Remnants Spawn Tornadoes in Raleigh, Leaving Homes Damaged but No Injuries Reported

Remnants of Hurricane Isaias triggered a tornado outbreak across central North Carolina on Sunday, October 11, 2026. At least five tornadoes touched down, causing significant property damage in Raleigh, Candor, and other areas, though no injuries were reported. Residents in northeast Raleigh described the storms as sudden and violent, with one man narrowly escaping a collapsing roof by sheltering in a bathroom. The National Weather Service is currently surveying damage to confirm tornado paths, while Governor Josh Stein urged residents to stay off roads and keep emergency alerts active. Isaias, the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season, had previously made landfall in Florida as a Category 2 storm, resulting in four deaths across the Gulf Coast.

via WRAL|
#hurricane-isaias#north-carolina#severe-weather
Former N.C. State Trainer Robert Murphy Arrested in Florida on 32 Sexual Abuse Counts
crime1 month ago

Former N.C. State Trainer Robert Murphy Arrested in Florida on 32 Sexual Abuse Counts

Robert M. Murphy Jr., former director of sports medicine at N.C. State University, was arrested in Ocala, Florida, on Wednesday night. He faces 32 criminal charges, including nine felonies for sexual contact under the pretext of medical treatment and 23 misdemeanors for sexual battery, stemming from allegations by 14 former male athletes. A Wake County grand jury indicted him on September 14, 2026, following a multiyear investigation. Murphy waived extradition and is expected to be transferred to North Carolina within 72 to 96 hours. This criminal action follows a civil lawsuit involving 31 former athletes that was dismissed in June 2026 on procedural grounds, though the plaintiffs have appealed. Murphy’s attorneys deny the allegations, citing a prior 2022 campus police investigation that found no basis for charges, while victims’ attorneys argue the new criminal charges validate their claims of systemic institutional failure.

via CBS News|
#athletic-trainer#crime#nc-state-university
NC State Sports Medicine Director Indicted on 32 Sexual Abuse Charges
crime-and-courts1 month ago

NC State Sports Medicine Director Indicted on 32 Sexual Abuse Charges

Robert Murphy Jr., former director of sports medicine at North Carolina State University, has been arrested in Florida and indicted in Wake County on 32 charges, including nine felonies, for sexual contact under the pretext of medical treatment. The charges stem from 14 cases involving male athletes between 2016 and 2021. Murphy resigned in 2022 after a civil lawsuit by over 30 former players alleged inappropriate conduct during drug tests and treatments. NC State officials condemned the alleged misconduct, while Murphy’s attorneys disputed the prosecution, citing prior law enforcement conclusions. A conviction for the felony charges carries a maximum sentence of 182 months and mandatory sex offender registration.

via WRAL|
#crime-and-courts#criminal-indictment#nc-state
Cary and Morrisville Issue Boil Water Advisory After Major NC 55 Main Break
local-news1 month ago

Cary and Morrisville Issue Boil Water Advisory After Major NC 55 Main Break

A 30-inch water main rupture on NC 55 early Monday morning forced the Town of Cary to issue a boil water advisory for its Central Pressure Zone, affecting approximately 50,000 customers in Cary and Morrisville. The break caused significant low pressure, prompting officials to close NC 55 in both directions between Jenks Road and Lewey Drive to clear debris. Residents are advised to boil water for one minute or use bottled water until the advisory lifts, with initial testing results expected by midnight. While no harmful bacteria have been detected, low pressure poses a risk of contamination. The advisory is set to remain in effect until at least 3 a.m. Tuesday, and town facilities like spraygrounds have been closed as a precaution.

via News & Observer|
#cary#local-news#morrisville
Major Water Main Break in Cary Forces Boil Water Advisory for 50,000 Residents
local-news1 month ago

Major Water Main Break in Cary Forces Boil Water Advisory for 50,000 Residents

A 30-inch water main rupture on N.C. Highway 55 disrupted service for approximately 50,000 customers in Cary and Morrisville on September 14, 2026. The incident triggered a boil water advisory across the Central Pressure Zone, forcing the early dismissal of dozens of local schools. While no harmful bacteria were detected, authorities advised residents to boil water or use bottled alternatives until testing results confirmed safety by Tuesday morning.

via WRAL|
#boil-water-advisory#cary#local-news
Raleigh Shelley Lake bat rescue ends in confirmed rabies case
public-health2 months ago

Raleigh Shelley Lake bat rescue ends in confirmed rabies case

A bat rescued from Shelley Lake in Raleigh tested positive for rabies, marking the city's third confirmed case this year. Two individuals attempted to transport the drowning animal to a wildlife rehabilitator in Charlotte, but it died in transit and was returned to Raleigh for testing. Health officials report minimal to no contact between the bat and the rescuers, though both have been notified. Wake County officials urge residents to avoid unknown animals and ensure pets are vaccinated, following a recent statewide scare involving rabid goats from a mobile petting zoo.

via WRAL|
#animal-control#public-health#rabies