Two Yadkin River islands protected, opening to paddlers and campers Two scenic islands along the Yadkin River are now protected. Community members can vote on what to call them.

Two islands on the Yadkin River are now protected and open to paddlers and campers. Community members can vote on names. #WFDD #conservation #YadkinRiver

NC Gov. Stein calls for halt to tax reductions, phase out of school vouchers in $35B budget proposal North Carolina hasn't passed a comprehensive state budget since 2023, largely due to disagreements among legislative Republicans.

Gov. Stein proposes halting tax reductions and phasing out school vouchers in a $35B budget. #WFDD #NCPolitics #Education

Three vessels were fired on in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. and Iran failed to meet for talks; President Trump extended the ceasefire while keeping the blockade. #WFDD #Iran #Hormuz #ceasefire

Winston-Salem Police file first charges in Leinbach Park shooting The police department has charged 18-year-old Joel Michael Gamble-Toliver with Felony Child Abuse.

Winston-Salem police have filed the first charge in the Leinbach Park shooting, charging 18-year-old Joel Michael Gamble-Toliver with felony child abuse. #WFDD #WinstonSalem #childabuse

NC House, Senate reach deal to fund state Medicaid program for rest of this year Gov. Josh Stein has been calling for an additional $319 million to fund Medicaid for months. Now, legislative Republicans are set to provide it.

NC lawmakers reached a deal to fund state Medicaid for the remainder of the year, providing the $319 million Gov. Josh Stein sought. #WFDD #Medicaid #NorthCarolina #StateBudget

Carolina Curious: How to feed wildlife responsibly With springtime in the air, WFDD's David Ford was wondering how best to go about feeding some of the native animals that are now visiting his yard.

As spring brings more native animals into yards and outdoor spaces, WFDD's David Ford explores how to feed them responsibly on this week's Carolina Curious. #WFDD #wildlife #habitat

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U.S.-Iran truce faces key sticking points: the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear enrichment program. #WFDD #Iran #Ceasefire #Diplomacy

Murder charges dropped against man involved in Forsyth deputy collision According to the District Attorney’s Office, new evidence revealed that Forsyth County Sheriff Deputy Kaleb Mitchell traveled into the wrong lane seconds before the fatal collision in March.

DA: new evidence shows deputy traveled into wrong lane before fatal March collision; murder charges dropped. #WFDD #ForsythCounty #DAReport

North Carolina A&T State University to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson with Day of Service On Thursday, Aggie Nation will engage in acts of service as a tribute to Jackson, who was an alumnus of the school. The civil rights advocate and icon died in February.

North Carolina A&T holds a Day of Service Thursday to honor alumnus Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died in February. #WFDD #JesseJackson #DayOfService

2 teens killed, 5 injured in Winston-Salem park shooting Police say a planned fight escalated into a shooting involving multiple young people at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem Monday morning.

Two teens killed and five injured after a planned fight escalated into a shooting at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem Monday morning. #WFDD #WinstonSalem #LeinbachPark #Shooting

Duke Energy announces plans for rate hikes in June Duke Energy has already requested steep rate increases starting next year to cover the cost of building new infrastructure. This week, the utility filed to raise rates again to cover fuel and power costs.

Duke Energy filed to raise rates in June to cover fuel and power costs; it had earlier requested steep increases starting next year to fund new infrastructure. #WFDD #DukeEnergy #rates #energy

WSPD investigating shooting involving multiple victims at Leinbach Park Police say a planned fight escalated into a shooting involving multiple young people at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem Monday morning.

Police say a planned fight escalated into a shooting involving multiple young people at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem Monday morning. #WFDD #WinstonSalem #LeinbachPark #Shooting

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Man charged in death of Forsyth County deputy posts bond 19-year old Bryan Castillo was arrested in March in connection with a car crash that led to the death of Deputy Kaleb Mitchell.

Bryan Castillo, 19, arrested in March in connection with a crash that killed Deputy Kaleb Mitchell, has posted bond. #WFDD #ForsythCounty #Court

U.S. negotiators head back to talks as Trump repeats threats after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz. #WFDD #Iran #diplomacy #ceasefire

Legionnaires' disease cases on the rise in North Carolina Legionnaires' disease cases jumped from 201 in 2024 to 310 last year.

North Carolina saw Legionnaires' cases rise from 201 in 2024 to 310 in 2025. #WFDD #PublicHealth #NCHealth #Legionella

Iran's military says the Strait of Hormuz has "returned to its previous state" as a ceasefire nears its end. #WFDD #Iran #StraitOfHormuz

Forsyth commission opposes state proposal to limit property tax increases Forsyth commissioners approved a resolution that states limits on local tax authority could result in service reductions, delayed infrastructure investment and more.

Forsyth commissioners oppose a state proposal to cap property tax increases, citing risks to services and infrastructure. #WFDD #propertytax #localgov

Drought conditions may lead to more water restrictions in the Piedmont The drought that began in August continues in North Carolina, where roughly 70% of the state is experiencing severe drought conditions. Raleigh and Statesville are among a handful of cities that are currently enforcing water restrictions.

Drought in the Piedmont may lead to more water restrictions; Raleigh and Statesville already enforce limits. #WFDD #Drought #WaterConservation #NorthCarolina

GCS approves county budget request, cancels school on May 1 The Guilford County School Board voted to request a nearly $25 million budget increase from the county. They also canceled school for students on May 1, when teachers plan to protest in Raleigh.

Guilford County School Board requested nearly $25 million and canceled student attendance May 1 as teachers plan to protest in Raleigh. #WFDD #education #teachers

"I call it Radical Radishes. 😂 I was inspired by the color, texture and patterns in these radishes that I was slicing."

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Iran says Strait of Hormuz open after Israel-Lebanon ceasefire; President Trump says U.S. blockade will continue. #WFDD #StraitOfHormuz #Iran #MiddleEast

Strange Fruit Festival returns to Greensboro this weekend Greensboro’s Strange Fruit Festival is back this weekend with Black cultural music, food, and live performances across downtown.

Strange Fruit Festival returns to Greensboro this weekend with Black cultural music, food and live performances. #WFDD #StrangeFruitFestival #Greensboro

UNC System study finds growing gap in the state's workforce A new report shows an additional 5,000 to 10,000 college graduates are needed annually to meet NC job demands.

UNC System study: North Carolina needs 5,000 to 10,000 more college graduates each year to meet job demand. #WFDD #workforce #highered #NCjobs

Residents applaud Rural Hall council’s stance against proposed data center Rural Hall’s town council has taken a stand against a proposed data center. Residents are applauding the move ahead of Forsyth County's review of the case.

Rural Hall’s council opposes a proposed data center; residents applaud as Forsyth County prepares to review the case. #WFDD #RuralHall #DataCenter

Showplace West building in High Point to be transformed into apartments The historic downtown building had been left vacant for over a decade.

Showplace West in High Point will be converted from a long-vacant downtown building into apartments. #WFDD #HighPoint #housing #historicpreservation

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WS/FCS board tables budget vote, educators rally for more staff Teachers and staff rallied outside the WS/FCS education building ahead of the board’s meeting. They held signs urging members to “just ask for what students need,” and fully staff Exceptional Children, or EC, classrooms.

Educators rallied outside the WS/FCS building urging full staffing for Exceptional Children classrooms. #WFDD #education #specialeducation

Nonprofit seeks to buy, redevelop Crystal Towers into mixed-income housing A nonprofit has submitted a proposal to purchase Crystal Towers for $1. A committee that includes current residents is set to review the plan next week.

Nonprofit seeks to buy Crystal Towers for $1 to redevelop it into mixed-income housing. A committee including current residents will review the plan next week. #WFDD #Housing #AffordableHousing