Raleigh: Quick Facts

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Nov. 14, 2026

News •

Basquiat and Banksy exhibit to open at NC Museum of Art. See it for free • Nov. 11, 2026, 7:33 PM ET (The Raleigh News & Observer)

Triangle food scene adds a bar revival, a chef’s vision and 2 ice cream shops • Nov. 8, 2026, 10:07 AM ET (The Raleigh News & Observer)

1 killed, 22 injured after impaired driver strikes bicyclists in North Carolina, officials say • Nov. 7, 2026, 12:59 PM ET (CNN)

‘Love Island USA’ is casting Raleigh and Durham contestants. How to apply • Nov. 6, 2026, 7:09 AM ET (The Raleigh News & Observer)

Democrat Roy Cooper will flip North Carolina Senate seat • Nov. 3, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (CNN)

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