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The operator of the ride at this year’s State Fair that injured 5 people has been arrested and charged with: assault with a deadly weapon.  Wake County Sheriff Donnie Harrison said the ride had been tampered with and expected more arrests.  Timothy Tutterow of Georgia, faces 3 felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon […]

“Take a Loved One To the Doctor Day” in the City of Medicine was a huge success yesterday. The goal–to raise awareness and bring to the forefront health issues affecting the African-American community. Over 200 participants attended seminars on fitness, healthy cooking tips and free health screenings. Check out TALOTDD photos .

How do you describe one of the most talented singer-songwriter-producers? KEM’s music–Jazzy smooth grooves, sensual melodies, powerful vocals and thought provoking lyrics. He’s sold out concerts all over the world and I’ve been a fan since the release of “KEMISTRY.” Listen all weekend to win your tickets to see KEM and friends part of the […]

Five people were transported to Wake Med hospital last night after reportedly being thrown from a ride at the NC State Fair. It’s not yet clear if the incident is a result of operator error or simply an accident. According to reports, people were in the process of getting off the ride when it suddenly […]

After making what many perceive to be offensive and racist comments on the “Daily Show,” a Buncombe County precinct chair and member of the GOP has stepped down from his post. The segment on the show focused on North Carolina’s Voter ID bill. In the segment, Don Yelton referred to “lazy black people that wants […]

We have your tickets ALL DAY to see India Arie at the DPAC on October 29th. We’ll get you ready for the show with some of her music! Watch India Arie perform in the Red Velvet Cake Studio here.    

Free, Convenient Event Open to All Durham Residents and Businesses   What:              E-Waste Recycling and Paper Shredding Event Who:               City of Durham Solid Waste Management Department, Sonoco Recycling, Shimar Recycling, Synergy Recycling, and Durham County Government When:             Saturday, October 26, 2013, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where:            Durham County Memorial Stadium 750 Stadium Drive […]

He’s not with us in the physical sense but Michael Jackson’s legacy lives on in his music. Get ready to get your moon walk on Thursday, October 24, as I host the stage with the “Who’s Bad” The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band at the NC State Fair, showtime 7:30 p.m. at Dorton Arena. Check […]

Have you ever wanted to find your roots. My family has an ongoing project that can trace our family tree back to the 1800’s. Here’s an opportunity to discover your family history and start your own family tree. A workshop on genealogy research gets underway Wednesday, October 30, 2 p.m. at the North Raleigh Library, […]

The City of Raleigh is reminding residents that they now must pay vehicle property taxes along with registration renewals at the same time. The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) this year launched its Tag and Tax Together Program, which allows vehicle owners to conveniently pay both their local vehicle property taxes and state […]

A Raleigh second grader was recently bitten by a copperhead snake when he picked it up. He assumed it was a toy because it wasn’t moving. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission says copperhead bites are not very common and that fall is a transitional time for snakes. According to the NC Wildlife Resource Commission, […]

Join Jodi Berry on location Friday, October 25, from 10am-3pm broadcasting from the Durham County Department of Public Health, Human Services Building, 414 East Main Street Durham for TALOTTD. The Durham Diabetes Coalition has teamed up with Radio One Raleigh to host the local Tom Joyner’s Take a Loved One to the Doctor (TALOTTD) event. […]