Press Releases

Tropical Storm and Storm Surge Warnings Remain in Effect as Maria Lingers

Hurricane Maria’s waves continue to batter the North Carolina coastline, but coastal counties are not reporting any unexpected issues as a result of the slow moving storm.

Hurricane Maria’s Impacts Reach North Carolina Outer Banks

As Hurricane Maria drifts slowly by North Carolina more than 100 miles off our coast, heavy surf is pounding beaches and coastal islands and Governor Roy Cooper encouraged residents to prepare for high winds and water.

Sanford Correctional Center Inmate Captured in Marion

A Sanford Correctional Center inmate who left his work assignment on Sept. 14 is back in custody after being captured today.

Members of the McDowell County Sheriff’s Department captured inmate Micahel D. Clark (#1114140) in Marion at approximately 2:34 p.m.

Wednesday Open House Scheduled at Wayne County Multi-Purpose Group Home

The Division of Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice, in conjunction with the Methodist Home for Children, will host an open house at the Wayne County Multi-Purpose Group Home in Goldsboro to celebrate its repair and reopening following damages incurred during Hurricane Matthew. As the storm’s rai

North Carolina coast prepares for Hurricane Maria's arrival

As Hurricane Maria approaches the North Carolina coast, Governor Roy Cooper urged residents in coastal areas to complete their personal and home preparedness and to be alert to any changes in Maria’s track.

North Carolina receives international accolades for swift water and flood rescue

North Carolina has received the international Higgins and Langley Award for Outstanding Achievement in Swift Water Rescue for the coordinated local, state and federal response in October 2016 to Hurricane Matthew.

State Highway Patrol Graduates 23 New Troopers

The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 23 new troopers at a graduation ceremony for the 142nd Basic Highway Patrol School. The celebration ended 15 weeks of extensive academic and physical training.

Crime Victims Compensation Commission Honors Longtime Chair Dick Adams

For the first time since it was created in 1987, the state’s Crime Victims Compensation Commission soon will have a new chairperson. Dick Adams, who has chaired the Commission for the past 30 years, retired after today’s quarterly meeting.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Crime Victims Compensation Quarterly Commission Meeting

What: Crime Victims Compensation Quarterly Commission Meeting

When: Wednesday, September 20, 10 a.m.

Where: Victim Compensation Conference Room, Ground Floor, G-24D of the Archdale Building, 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh

State Rescinds Emergency Declaration, Monitoring Tropical Storms Closely

Governor Cooper today rescinded the State of Emergency for Hurricane Irma.