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Greensboro: A lawsuit filed by resident Louis Money against former Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson over court misuse and a naturalization ceremony at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park highlight legal and immigration issues. A UNCG student’s death in a Mother’s Day crash has intensified calls for traffic safety, while the upcoming JetZero infrastructure project signals economic growth efforts.

Greensboro police charged a 34-year-old driver with reckless driving after a single-vehicle crash on South Elm Street late Tuesday night. Meanwhile, medical examiners in North Carolina warn of a 20% staffing shortage impacting autopsies and criminal cases, while JetZero plans a $4.7 billion renewable energy plant at the Piedmont Triad International Airport.

Greensboro officers are investigating a crash near South Elm Street and West Market Street with no injuries reported. The city also sees new dining additions, including a third fried chicken chain and Raising Cane’s offering free meals for a year.

Greensboro law enforcement is investigating a fake ICE incident targeting immigrants in the area, while a multi-vehicle crash on N.C. 150 left several injured. The city also announced the opening of Rising Cane’s downtown and Samaritan’s Purse sending medical supplies to Ebola-prone regions.

Greensboro police have identified the pedestrian killed in a collision near West Wendover Avenue and South Holden Road, while the city promotes heat safety during North Carolina’s Heat Safety Week. The Greensboro Museum of History and Science is also showcasing a Medal of Honor exhibit honoring Vietnam veteran Phill McDonald.

Greensboro's city budget proposal aims to lower taxes while boosting public safety funding, with officials addressing property revaluation concerns. Downtown remained lively with the Gears & Guitars Streets of Fire Criterium, featuring cyclists, music, and festive moments like Timothy Fenton ringing bells.

Greensboro police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash on West Wendover Avenue near South Holden Road as Memorial Day approaches, while local lakes face declining water levels due to drought. Forecasters predict scattered showers and cooler temperatures through Friday with low visibility from fog, prompting safety reminders for drivers.

Greensboro's resource center expands to tackle homelessness with shelter, job training, and mental health services as housing costs rise. The city approves annexation of a 900-unit housing project amid neighborhood concerns over traffic and schools.

Greensboro's city manager proposes a $913 million budget with a property tax cut ahead of a revaluation, while low lake levels cause boat ramp closures and potential fall foliage delays. Local student art will transform downtown traffic signals, and a controversial false start at a state track meet sparks debate.

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Greensboro deputies responded to a motorcycle crash on Wendover Avenue injuring one person, while city officials launched a new small business support program. The Greensboro Rebels and Panthers also shone at the state track and field championships, and a Charlotte nonprofit, Phoebe’s Purse, is expanding its aid to local families in crisis.

Greensboro: Public safety updates on Lowdermilk Street, rising gas prices impacting Triad food pantries, and steady population growth in Greensboro according to Census data. The episode also covers a Guilford County voting rights event and today’s weather forecast.

Greensboro police confirmed the death of 71-year-old suspect in an armed robbery near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Weaver Street. Local officials are pushing for funding to improve recreational facilities at Lake Lure as tourism grows.

Greensboro's new police chief will be introduced through community meetings in June, and the city will rededicate its historic Old Central Station to honor its firefighting legacy. Latino voter turnout has risen in recent elections, and Cone Health received a state award for its community health initiatives.

Greensboro police are investigating a burned car on Blvd Way with suspicious circumstances as they review surveillance and witness accounts. NC teachers are criticizing proposed raises as insufficient, calling for more substantial increases to address pay gaps, while the city celebrates the grand opening of the Downtown Greenway this Saturday.

Greensboro's new police chief, Marcus Delaney, took office amid challenges in crime and trust, while a local mother criticized Rep. Virginia Foxx over her response to a climate change essay. The city's historic university district and folk artist 803Fresh's Belle Fest 2026 also made headlines.

Greensboro is set to host the FISU Summer World University Games in 2029 with international officials touring the city, while a North Carolina sausage brand faces production halt due to USDA health violations. The city’s ABC Board partners with RELEX Solutions to modernize alcohol store regulations ahead of the global event.

Greensboro residents are urged to stay alert after a shooting left one person injured in a residential area, while a local sausage brand faces production pause due to USDA violations. The city’s historic university suburb is drawing attention for its cultural blend, and neighbors will honor several recently passed individuals through published obituaries.

Greensboro's N.C. A&T State University held its 2026 Spring Commencement, celebrating graduates and community ties, while Neese’s Sausage faces a production pause due to USDA investigations. The North Carolina Folk Festival 2026 announced headliners Molly Tuttle and The Roots for its June event.

Greensboro's Mother’s Day and graduation season surge is driving local businesses, while a bridge dedication honors fallen Sgt. Dale Nix in Guilford County. The North Carolina Folk Festival 2026 and NC A&T's first Doctor of Nursing Practice graduates also highlight the city's cultural and academic scene.

Greensboro police are investigating the death of an armed robbery suspect following a high-speed crash on Summit Avenue, while a local mother celebrates her daughter's cancer remission after treatment at a nearby hospital. Meanwhile, Greensboro's Neese’s Sausage, a 70-year-old staple, remains closed due to financial and supply chain issues, sparking community concern.

Greensboro police made a major breakthrough in a hit-and-run case with the arrest of a suspect thanks to a Crime Stoppers tip, while city leaders face backlash over the controversial appointment of Kamran Afzal as police chief. The Northwest Guilford baseball team made playoff history with a strong season, and North Carolina became the 22nd state to approve girls flag football.

Greensboro — A local mechanic’s mistake caused a major engine failure, raising concerns about auto repair safety, while a Greensboro autism facility closed due to an insurance dispute, leaving families in crisis. Meanwhile, graduates face tougher job market competition, and the city celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week with joint events from the Greensboro Area Convention and Visitors Burea...

Greensboro police are investigating a fatal crash on South Holden Road that killed a local man, while the city prepares to launch a rental assistance program to help low-income residents. A new wellness center for children also opened in downtown Greensboro, offering after-school activities and family events.

Greensboro police are investigating the killing of a 33-year-old woman and a separate murder case involving a local man, both under review by prosecutors. A police SUV crash near a busy intersection hospitalized three people, while Blue Skies Creamery opened on Kernersville’s Main Street, drawing community attention.