WNCN-TV (Raleigh, NC)

WNCN-TV (Raleigh, NC)

WNCN/CBS 17 is the CBS television affiliate serving the Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville) area, which is ranked #24 in the DMA. Owned by Nexstar Media Company, this station provides local news and weather updates through various channels. As advocates for the community, we strive to encourage informed decision-making. WNCN News proudly received the Edward R. Murrow Awards in 2015 for "Reporting: Hard News" and "News Series."

Local
English
Television

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Domain Authority
80
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Global

#60053

United States

#12342

News and Media

#627

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  • 1 day ago | cbs17.com | Sanika Bhargaw

    DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Communities in the Triangle are voicing their opposition to the Trump administration’s decision to strike Iran nuclear sites, less than a day after the president revealed Operation Midnight Hammer. A few dozen people came together in Durham Sunday evening. They said they want Trump administration officials to know they want peace, and they are against what they say is a dangerous move.

  • 2 days ago | cbs17.com | Sanika Bhargaw

    RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Out! Raleigh Pride celebrated its 13th year over the weekend, with thousands of people packing Fayetteville Street Saturday afternoon. “We just came out here to celebrate with our people. You know, this is the only time everybody can feel open to be themselves,” said Shy Quick. The event is a much-needed celebration, after what organizers say has been a signifcant period for the queer community. “We’re always thinking about protecting our community.

  • 3 days ago | cbs17.com

    VANCOUVER, Wash., June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of its 70th anniversary, Banfield Pet Hospital, the nation's leading provider of high-quality preventive care, surveyed 5,000 pet owners across the U.S. to uncover state-by-state pet owner superlatives. According to these new findings, pet owners in Oklahoma are among the most likely to … … Not leave their pet's side:

  • 3 days ago | cbs17.com | Matthew Sockol

    Posted: Jun 20, 2025 / 08:18 PM EDT Updated: Jun 20, 2025 / 08:18 PM EDT FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Cumberland County Sheriff Ennis W. Right announced Friday he will retire from his position. Wright said his retirement will become official on June 30. According to his office, Wright spoke with the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners about his decision and sent them a formal letter of retirement.

  • 3 days ago | cbs17.com | Todd Gibson

    Posted: Jun 20, 2025 / 07:38 PM EDT Updated: Jun 20, 2025 / 07:38 PM EDT RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — It’s a sport many of us played at an early age. “This is a sport that also works as well as a kids game,” said Joey Liss, North Carolina’s No. 1-ranked air hockey player. “Everyone loves air hockey that’s one thing we can all agree on,”But this weekend in Raleigh, the sport of air hockey will be anything but child’s play.