Hillsborough Coverage

Romantic escapes in North Carolina for a weekend getaway

Enjoy a relaxing getaway in the mountains or a romantic weekend in the city at one of these luxury escapes in North Carolina.

Delaney Eyermann, WRAL multiplatform producer

Man killed following home invasion, one suspect injured

A man died early Sunday morning after three armed intruders broke into his home and demanded money.

Mebane man killed in home invasion; man charged with murder, investigators searching for 2 other suspects

At approximately 12:40 a.m., deputies arrived at the home on Highway 70 near the Buckhorn Road intersection, where they found the victim and two other residents inside.

WRAL staff

Man accused of dragging Hillsborough officer is in custody

Frederick Jermaine Pullen Jr., 49, of Morrisville, is facing several charges after Hillsborough police say he dragged and assaulted an officer.

Hillsborough police arrest man for assaulting, dragging officer from SUV

Frederick Jermaine Pullen Jr., 49, of Morrisville, is facing several charges after Hillsborough police say he dragged and assaulted an officer.

WRAL Staff

Search for man who assaulted, dragged police officer in Hillsborough

A man is on the run after assaulting and dragging a police officer on Wednesday. Authorities described the man and what he was driving to WRAL News.

Police: Man on the run after assaulting, dragging Hillsborough officer with car

HIllsborough police said an officer was assaulted and dragged from a car while trying to stop a suspect form stealing beer. A Major with the police department said the situation had a very different outcome from another beer robbery in Greensboro.

WRAL staff

Hillsborough shooting victim's mother speaks out after fourth arrest

A fourth person was charged in connection to the death of a 20-year-old artist. The victim's mother spoke with WRAL News on Sunday after learning the fourth person is 17 years old.

Orange County shooting leaves one dead, suspect charged with second-degree murder

Police say the suspect, Darron Downey, 54, has been arrested and charged with the victim's death.

WRAL Staff

Man shot in the back on Spruce Street in Hillsborough

Hillsborough police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Thanksgiving in the central part of town.

WRAL Staff

Explore haunted history in Hillsborough

Armed with researched and validated stories, a guide takes guests on a spooky walking tour to an execution site, cemeteries and haunted houses.

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

Orange Co. man pleads guilty, will serve at least 5 years in prison for 2022 Halloween road rage shooting

Kelly Long pleaded guilty to a road rage shooting on Halloween in 2022.

WRAL staff

Two-truck crash closes stretch of I-40 near Hillsborough

Authorities in Orange County expect the road to be closed for hours while crews clear the crash and authorities investigate the cause of it.

Loud boom sound across our area caused by small earthquake, USGS says

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has shifted course, now saying a loud boom noise heard Thursday in Hillsborough was, in fact, an earthquake.

Orange County Courthouse evacuated after loud boom reported

The Hillsborough Police Department is investigating after multiple people reported hearing a loud "boom" noise.

Loud 'boom' that shook Hillsborough was small earthquake, USGS decides

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has shifted course, now saying a loud boom noise heard Thursday in Hillsborough was, in fact, an earthquake.

Keenan Willard, WRAL eastern NC reporter

Deputies identify body found in Orange County, cause of death unknown

Deputies identified the person as Susan Margaret Horkay, who goes by the name of Skylar Brooks. The person was 35 and lived in Greensboro.

Willie Daniely, WRAL reporter

'All it takes is one bite': Orange Co. receives positive rabies test after fox attack Sunday

A dog and its owner were attacked by a rabid fox over the weekend. WRAL News spoke with two animal expert to learn what you should do if you see a rabid animal in the wild and what to do if you or your pet is exposed.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Hillsborough mother announces candidacy for town commissioner

Victoria Masika announced Friday her intent to run for Hillsborough town commissioner.

Hillsborough mayor not seeking re-election

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver announced she will not be seeking re-election in the fall.

Tar Heel Traveler: We Power

The Tar Heel Traveler traveled to Hillsborough to meet a group of ladies who all created their own delicious homemade brands, and feed off one another for ideas on how to market and package them.

3 Hillsborough gems to explore

Tandra Wilkerson shares some places to check out in Hillsborough.

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

Farms across Hillsborough offer opportunity for fresh, local produce for your holiday feast

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it might be time to start preparing your feast.

Sydney Franklin, WRAL multiplatform producer

Support local: Farms can help kick your holiday feasts up a notch

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it might be time to start preparing your feast.

Last Fridays Hillsborough

Check out Art Walk in Hillsborough the last Friday of each month through November.