Press Releases

Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for Duplin and Sampson counties in response to the effects of heavy rain and flooding on the agricultural sector in those counties.

The N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency has awarded $17.7 million from the Infrastructure Recovery Program to local governments to repair and restore critical infrastructure in communities across the state.

Three individuals have been criminally charged following a North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) investigation into an underage fatal vehicle crash.  

Twenty-five members represent multidisciplinary violence prevention leaders from across the state.

Governor’s Crime Commission must make ‘tough decisions’ if funding falls to a projected $23M

The Governor’s Crime Commission will host its next quarterly meeting on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 1201 Front St. in Raleigh.

Winter Weather Preparedness Week is Dec. 3 - 9 and Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging North Carolinians to plan and prepare now, before potentially dangerous winter weather arrives.

The owner of a bar in Winston-Salem surrendered the ABC license to ALE after recent acts of violence at the location.

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety recognized 10 remarkable employees Nov. 28 during the department’s annual Badge of Excellence Ceremony.

On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division, Warren County Sheriff’s Office and the Norlina Police Department concluded an investigation after executing a search warrant at the Tobac

The State Highway Patrol will be on the roadways this holiday season looking to stop dangerous driving before potentially life changing collisions take place. The SHP joins roadway users across North Carolina in hopes of a safe and happy time for giving thanks with family and friends.

Today, Governor Roy Cooper expanded the State of Emergency declared on Nov. 8 in response to the ongoing wildfires in Western North Carolina and the continued drought conditions and elevated fire risk throughout the state.

The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 35 new troopers November 17, 2023, at a graduation ceremony held for the 160th and 161st Basic Highway Patrol Schools.

From Nov. 13-17, 2023, the NC State Highway Patrol will join forces with first responders throughout the nation in recognition of Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW).

El día de hoy, en respuesta a los incendios ocurriendo en la región oeste de Carolina del Norte y debido a las continuas sequías a lo largo del estado, el gobernador Roy Cooper declaró Estado de Emergencia.