4 NC counties are under alert.

A construction crew hit an underground power line Tuesday afternoon in downtown Raleigh. More than 600 customers lost power around Chavis Park. A Duke Energy spokesperson said power is expected to be restored by 4:30 p.m.

Power in part of downtown Raleigh to be restored by 8:30 p.m. after construction crew hit underground line.

Celebrate the moms in your life on Sunday, May 12 with these Mother's Day deals including flowers, gift card bonus offers, restaurant deals, retail sales and more!

Mother's Day Deals 2024: Flowers, restaurant, retail and gift card bonus offers

Roses at store

It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

Student testing 

“These were violent, young, mean kids,” Deb Newton said of being trapped inside her car by protesters on Blount Street in Raleigh.

Protesters block car on Blount Street