The FBI says it has disrupted a plot to attack a North Carolina grocery store on New Year's Eve, arresting a man who officials said was inspired by the Islamic State group and pledged his loyalty to the extremist militants.

People in Wrightsville Beach jumped in the ocean for the annual Polar Plunge to benefit Communities In Schools of Cape Fear.

Rep. Mike Schietzelt is seeking his second term to represent House District 35, which runs across northern and eastern Wake county.

The training will be part of educator preparation programs, helping schools better recognize and respond when students need mental health support.

Rep. Jake Johnson is a member of N.C. House leadership now. His challenger, Mike Hager, was the House majority leader before resigning the seat nearly a decade ago.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced a case of measles on Wednesday in a child in Polk County. It was the second in the state this year and the first related to an outbreak in South Carolina.

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced he is suing the federal Education Department to prevent a cut of nearly $50 million in grant funding for mostly rural schools in low-income communities.

As of the end of 2025, more than 97% of the state-maintained roads damaged by Helene have reopened. Residents who live near the remaining 3% are still waiting for repairs.

State officials say the money will help improve the life of more than 3 million North Carolinians living in rural communities.

City officials evacuated the complex in December due to major building and fire code violations.