Thinking about adopting a dog or cat? You’re already on your way to making a difference in an animal’s life and gaining a new best friend in the process. Adopting a pet is an exciting experience. With ...

The Wake County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing for the fiscal year 2028 Community Transportation Program Grant ...

The Wake County Board of Elections will begin mailing absentee ballots on Friday, Sept. 4, to eligible voters who requested one for the 2026 General Election.

Wake County's median real estate price decreased by $18,500 in July 2026, ending the month at $440,000. Deed of Trust activity decreased compared to July ...

Wake County Public Libraries cardholders can now check out Chromebooks and mobile hotspots for use at home through a program designed to expand access to technology and the internet. The library ...

To help families plan for fast-moving emergencies like wildfires, tornadoes and floods, Wake County is launching a Family Readiness Roadmap during National Preparedness Month.

Join Wake County Public Libraries to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month with events at locations across the county. Programs, which include crafts, art, movies and more, recognize the cultures ...

Wake at Home has reached its first major milestone after 33 people living at a local encampment accepted offers of housing and support. The encampment officially closed on Wednesday, Aug. 26, after ...

Wake County teens will have the chance to turn ideas into action at the sixth annual Youth Food Security Summit on Saturday, Sept. 12, at John Chavis Memorial Park. The free, one-day event will give ...

Wake County’s youngest conservationists are invited to pick up their paintbrushes, markers and pencils and get creative for ...

The new month kicks off with another wave of heat, bringing dangerous temperatures to our area. The heat indexes will surpass triple digits through Friday, Sept. 4, prompting cooling station ...

Looking for a park not on this list? Each municipality in Wake County has its own system of parks. You can view all parks located in the county, regardless of who operates them, with the Park Locator.