Library Coverage

Bomb threat targeting Durham County Library under investigation

According to the Durham Police Department, the case is being referred to the FBI due to the increase in bomb threats at public institutions and buildings nationwide.

Growing Wake towns would get new, improved libraries if voters approve bond proposal

Wake County is looking to build new libraries and expand others to keep up with growth in what's part of a bond referendum the county could put on the ballot.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Wake County libraries could expand to keep up with growth

Wake County is looking to build new libraries and expand others to keep up with growth.

Granville Street Colored Library an important touchstone for Black history in Oxford

The Granville Street Colored Library was once referred to as 'the heart and soul of the African-American community in Oxford.'

Destinee Patterson, WRAL reporter

Historic Oxford library was beacon of light for Black community

For decades, the Granville Street Colored Library was a focal point for the Black community in Oxford looking to expand their education.

Tired of working from home? These are the best places to work remote in Fayetteville

Tired of working from home? These are some of the best spots for remote workers in Fayetteville.

Delaney Eyermann, WRAL multiplatform producer

Libraries offer summer fun to limit learning loss

Summer is just around the corner and that means it's time to plan those vacations, staycations and summer activities for the kids. But you don't have to break the bank.

NC woman arrested for stealing from town library

A librarian was arrested Tuesday after police said she stole from the town library.

WITN staff

Hope Mills library on Golfview Road closed due to sewer main break

The Hope Mills Branch Library at 3411 Golfview Road will be closed until further notice after a sewer main break on Thursday knocked out water service.

Librarian: Why I teach about banned books

How we talk about those books - and the subjects and people they represent - matters, especially to kids.

Sarah Stanley, St. Timothy's School

Man returns library book 77 years later

In the past year, many libraries have ended their late fees. It has led to a large number of books being returned, even some that were never checked out properly and some from decades ago.

Durham hears community input on historically Black library renovations

Durham County is hosting two public forums to gather input on the renovation of the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library.

Durham County asks for public input on renovations to historic Stanford L. Warren Branch Library

Durham County is hosting two public forums to gather input on the renovation of the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Librarians leaving over book politics

The battle over which books belong in school libraries may be causing some Texas librarians to leave their jobs.

Wake County libraries host storytime and more fun kid-focused events

There are so many programs at local libraries to check out!

Nili Zaharony, WRAL contributor

Enjoy storytime at Wake County libraries

Northeast Regional Library is one of the Wake County libraries that hosts storytime and other events.

Should libraries be banning books? WRAL's Dan Haggerty wants to hear from you

Wake County Public Library has removed the book, "Gender Queer" from its shelves after outrage from parents. The book, a graphic novel about a teenager discovering they are non-binary and asexual, has ignited a fire among conservatives due to some of the sexual images. WRAL's Dan Haggerty wants to know: What do you think about banning books? Should public libraries be removing literature from their shelves? Email him at dan@wral.com

Library brings gadgets, gizmos and more to guests

A library in Arkansas brings a whole new world to its patrons. The William F. Laman Public Library isn't just about books, visitors can borrow household items like a sewing machine or even an air fryer.

Mom outraged at 'Redneck Night Before Christmas' book at NC school library

A mom is outraged that her daughter was able to check out a book titled Redneck Night Before Christmas from her Rowan County elementary schools library.

NC mom shocked after daughter brings home 'Redneck Christmas' book from school library

A Rowan County parent was disappointed that her daughter was able to check out a book called 'Redneck Night Before Christmas' that contained imagery of Confederate flags from her school's library.

Libraries, stores line up summer reading programs for kids to adults

School is winding down for many kids around here and, for some, summer has already started. And that means libraries are gearing up for another summer of programs designed to ensure that kids keep at least a few books in their hands.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

With mask rules lifted, some libraries, indoor activity centers, other family destinations make changes

After Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday lifted the state's mask and social distancing rules, family destinations across the Triangle are making or contemplating changes to their mask rules.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Rebound in sight: Cumberland County libraries, Fayetteville city hall reopen

For the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began, Fayetteville City Hall and Cumberland County libraries have opened to the public.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Cumberland County libraries, Fayeteville city hall reopens as pandemic restrictions loosen

For the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began, Fayetteville City Hall and Cumberland County libraries have opened to the public.

Durham County Library locations to reopen for limited walk-in hours

The Durham County Library system will reopen some of its doors for limited walk-in hours starting May 4.

Sarah LIndenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor