Nick Sturdivant
FOX8 WGHP
Raleigh, NC, United States
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‘Horrifying’ flight diverted as some passengers vomit in 9-hour ordeal, travelers say
The 9-hour ordeal involving Southwest flight 3094 included three passengers vomiting as the plane shook “like crazy,” recounted one North Carolina couple on board. Another person, the couple said, had a panic attack and passed out on the plane amid its wild approach into Raleigh — which was aborted at the last second at 1,350 feet, according to flight data. → Read More
Dozens gather in Raleigh to commemorate anniversary of invasion of Ukraine
Over the past year, organizers have collected supplies and held vigils to support the people in Ukraine. → Read More
Durham’s Police Chief addresses concerns surrounding traffic stops by new crime unit
Andrews said it’s important for people to report issues when it comes to negative interactions. → Read More
Washington D.C. woman charged in disruption that diverted flight to RDU
The FBI has confirmed the identity of the woman who authorities said disrupted a flight from Jacksonville that was diverted to Raleigh-Durham International Airport Wednesday afternoon. → Read More
‘Disruptive passenger’ caused Jacksonville flight to divert to RDU, suspect in custody: airport says
On Wednesday afternoon shortly after 4 p.m., the FAA issued all planes located at RDU to a ground stop. → Read More
Durham film festival showcases southern Black films; seeks to provide opportunities
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — The Hayti community is the foundation of Black history in Durham. It’s also where organizers of the Hayti Heritage Film Festival said they work to cultivate and celebrate black excellence. “This film festival shows our people of that community, and not just the Hayti community itself, but Durham, the south, that […] → Read More
High school play in Durham gets the attention of top NC educators
At the heart of the production are the students. A big concern recently is how school leaders plan to keep them safe. → Read More
Rocky Mount mentorship programs help keep kids on the right path
The free program focuses on boys, ages 10 to 18, exposing kids to important discussions and guest speakers for six-week periods. → Read More
Wake County firearms instructor uses class to stress importance of gun safety
The Navy veteran said his passion for teaching others comes from what he describes as a lack of understanding about guns. → Read More
Durham County Sheriff discusses addressing gun violence, school safety
Birkhead said he’s looking to the youth for answers. → Read More
Hillside High School students prepare for debut of “State of Urgency” play
The students hope the play can both heal and educate others. → Read More
NC Rate Bureau requests 28.4 percent increase for car insurance
The bureau requested a 28.4 percent statewide increase in private passenger auto insurance. → Read More
Wake County educator hopeful for solutions after gun found at Rolesville High School
“It’s scary. The fear of the unknown. The fear of being harmed or dying. Which we’ve seen teachers and students dying our schools,” said special education teacher Christina Spears. → Read More
North Carolina BBQ restaurant gets big boost from community after fear of closing amid repairs, inflation
“Our freezer and cooler will be here in a week and a half. Our fryer and stoves are here currently,” the owner said. → Read More
Raleigh women, their children, to address city leaders on no-knock raid case
Two women, and their children, hope to address city leaders on Monday. The women claim police wrongfully raided their duplex nearly three years ago. → Read More
Protest planned in downtown Raleigh after Tyre Nichols body camera video released
“Of course, this will be peaceful,” said organizer Kerwin Pittman. → Read More
Rocky Mount police meet with community to spread awareness about gangs
Booker T. Theater in downtown Rocky Mount was packed Thursday evening. → Read More
Raleigh community, Chick-fil-A rally to help brothers after parents death in house fire
A neighbor told CBS 17 the couple lived here for about 20 years — almost as long as Latta has known two of their sons, Christian and Salib. → Read More
New photos reveal damage after North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood crashed into parked car, left scene
RALEIGH, N.C. (WGHP) — New photos show the scene after a hit-and-run crash that led to Democratic North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood facing multiple charges. The photos were shared by Chris Valverde, whose car Wood is charged with hitting. Wood, North Carolina’s auditor since 2009, is facing a Class 2 misdemeanor for hit-and-run, as […] → Read More
Car owner speaks after vehicle involved in NC Auditor hit-and-run charge
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Chris Valverde said his daughter didn’t believe it at first. “Some of her co-workers came in and said ‘hey, there’s a car on top of your car. She said, no there’s not. You’re joking with me’,” said Valverde. She was working in downtown Raleigh the night of Dec. 8. Valverde said […] → Read More