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5 hours ago | cbs17.com | Sanika Bhargaw

APEX, N.C. (WNCN) — A major new development is taking shape in Apex, bringing new homes, restaurants, and shops. The 45-acre Sweetwater Town Center mixes restaurants, shops, and nearly 250 apartments. It is still under some construction, but is already drawing in events. Shop Local Raleigh held First Friday on the event lawn of the development, which is exactly what the developers want in the space.

10 hours ago | cbs17.com | Hannah Ross

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1 day ago | cbs17.com | Sanika Bhargaw

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Youth gang activity is on the rise in North Carolina, according to a report from the governor’s Crime Commission. The Crime Commission met Thursday to discuss the report and possible solutions. A big push is prevention, but officials said it has to start even earlier than elementary school. According to a social worker with the NC Gang Investigative Association, the youngest gang member she worked with was six years old. “This is not new news.

1 day ago | cbs17.com | Hannah Ross

Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:59 PM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:59 PM EDT There’s less than a month to go till the FIFA Club World Cup kicks-off in the United States, with some matches being played nearby in Charlotte at the Bank of America Stadium. Germany’s Bayern Munich will be one of the tournament favorites and their coach Vincent Kompany says there will be no lack of passion when the competition gets underway.

1 day ago | cbs17.com | Brea Hollingsworth

Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:46 PM EDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 02:50 PM EDT RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Nearly nine months after Hurricane Helene ripped across western North Carolina, a new report is showing the devastating impact the storm had on the state’s transportation system. TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit released their WNC Strong Report at the start of June.