Town of Wake Forest Coverage

At least 17 car break-ins reported overnight in Wake Forest, guns and valuables stolen

Wake Forest Police are again urging residents not to leave valuable items and weapons in their vehicles after a rash of car break-ins occurred overnight.

Wake Forest: Where Quaint Meets Cool

If you haven't been to Wake Forest lately, it's time to experience what this vibrant and growing town has to offer.

Nancy Pekarek

Family of man who died inside his home is suing town of Wake Forest, police department and officer for negligence

The family of a man who died inside his home two years ago is suing the town of Wake Forest, the police department and an officer.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

More than 800 people sign petition to urge town of Wake Forest to protect forestland in Joyner Park from development

A developer wants to rezone the 68 acres of land on Harris Road across from Joyner Park to build more than 230 homes and townhomes.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Petition urges town of Wake Forest to protect forestland from development

More than 800 people have signed on to a petition against a proposed rezoning of Joyner Park.

Wake Forest gives a boost to Research Triangle’s life sciences appeal

A partnership between Wake Forest Business & Industry Partnership & Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary brings an exciting development to the Research Triangle.

$58 million grant to pay for rail line from Raleigh to Richmond, Virginia

The proposed 162-mile rail line between Raleigh and Richmond, Virginia, would make stops in several towns in the Triangle.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

U.S. 1 in Wake Forest reopens after tractor-trailer crash

U.S. Highway 1 in Wake Forest was closed for about three hours near Stadium Drive after tractor-trailer overturned there Monday morning.

5 new developments in downtown Wake Forest

The former SunTrust building site, Loading Dock Wake Forest, the Retreat at Renaissance, Powerhouse Row, and the 535 S. White Street Warehouse are all developed or underway in Downtown Wake Forest. 

Wake Forest fire department answers the call 700 miles away to help feed Hurricane Ida victims

One local fire department flew 20 hours in three days to help people in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida.

Rosalia Fodera, WRAL reporter

Wake Forest continues to prove itself as a tech progressive community with introduction of TING Internet

With world-renowned institutions like the Wireless Research Center, Wake Forest has been on the cutting edge for years. As the town expands its fiber optic network with TING Internet, it continues to prove itself as a tech progressive community. 

Wake Forest businesses team up to give back to food pantry

Eight Wake Forest restaurants and bars are teaming up to give back to the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry.

Kathy Hanrahan, Out and About editor

Raleigh, Wake Forest plan Independence Day fireworks celebrations

Another sign North Carolina is on the rebound from the pandemic - one Triangle town is bringing back one of summer's most looked-forward to gatherings.

Nia Harden, WRAL reporter & Keely Arthur, WRAL reporter

Wake Forest announces return of in-person summer gatherings

The Town of Wake Forest announced that people will be allowed to gather at events such as the July 4th celebration this year.

'I'm tearing up,' Wake Forest Renaissance Centre excited for in-person concerts again

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is hosting an in-person concert on Friday night, bringing joy to staff and attendees looking for normalcy during the pandemic.

Kasey Cunningham, WRAL reporter

Wake Forest venue thrilled to host in-person show again

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is hosting an in-person concert on Friday night, bringing joy to staff and attendees looking for normalcy during the pandemic.

Downtown Wake Forest’s nightlife rivals the best of the Triangle

Although idyllic during the day, Wake Forest also boasts a popular nightlife scene for people of all ages with breweries, rooftop bars, events at the Renaissance Centre and more.  

Wake Forest firefighters raise awareness for autism with colorful shirts

Department members were seen wearing shirts with the word 'fire' filled with a colorful puzzle piece. The firefighters are using the shirts to raise awareness about autism.

Wake Forest firefighters raise awareness for autism with colorful shirts

Wake Forest fire crews are raising awareness for autism during Autism Acceptance Month.

Innovative downtown entrepreneurs cultivate unique culture in Wake Forest

Downtown Wake Forest businesses, like Black & White Coffee Roasters, Duvall & Co. and Lumpy’s Ice Cream, are shaping downtown culture through entrepreneurism and innovative techniques.

Get your fishing poles ready: Wake Forest to host virtual fishing tournament

Wake Forest's parks, recreation and cultural resources department is hosting a virtual bass fishing tournament for all ages in May.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Wake Forest seeks public input on parks, facilities and events

The Town of Wake Forest is seeking public input on services and amenities offered through its Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL multiplatform producer

Kids say the cutest things: Get into the holiday spirit with this adorable video from Wake Forest

As we all prepare to hunker down for a holiday that might be very different from your usual celebrations, I thought I'd share this super cute video that Wake Forest pulled together featuring the adorable things kids say about the holidays.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Wake Forest developing nearly 200 acres for monumental, mixed-use tech park

Despite the challenges currently presented by COVID-19 to land developments of all sizes and to the future of modern work habits, Wake Forest’s plans for a nearly 200-acre, tech-centric site remain active.

Global, autonomous vehicle collective soars in Wake Forest

The Advanced Mobility Collective, an initiative of the Wireless Research Center in Wake Forest, is a nonprofit global community focused on catalyzing innovation and economic development through unmanned vehicle technology.