Raleigh, NC news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Raleigh, NC on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Ice cream brand opens first NC location in Raleigh. Also: Raleigh ranked 4th best college city in U.S., with Durham and Chapel Hill also ranked highly; NC State football loses 2 players for the season; several others listed as questionable. Weather: Mostly clear today with highs near 70°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Popular ice cream brand opens its first North Carolina location in Raleigh.The Business Journals · Oct 20, 7:28 AM

News & local government

Raleigh ranked 4th best college city in U.S., with Durham and Chapel Hill also ranked highly.CBS17.com · Oct 20, 11:02 AM

Safety & emergencies

One person shot on MLK Boulevard in Raleigh on October 19.WRAL · Oct 19, 11:30 AM

Business & new openings

New NCDMV office for international truck drivers opens in Raleigh.CBS17.com · Oct 20, 3:47 AM

Health & care

Eight Triangle restaurants reinspected after failing health inspections; issues included no soap, roaches, and improper food temperatures.Raleigh News & Observer · Oct 19, 3:32 PM

Sports

NC State football loses 2 players for the season; several others listed as questionable.Raleigh News & Observer · Oct 20, 5:30 AM

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