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 

Triangle residents who are fans of thrills and themed attractions don't have to travel far to experience some of the best.

Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

Location of a police shooting that left at least one person injured at the Schenley Square mobile-home park, off Rush Street in southeastern Raleigh on Friday, April 4, 2008.

Raleigh Police Shooting 2