Raleigh, NC news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Raleigh, NC on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: NC State fires Doeren; coach speaks out for first time. Also: NC State players expressed mixed emotions following Dave Doeren's midseason firing and the coaching change; NC State parted ways with defensive coordinator DJ Elliot and football general manager after the coaching transition. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 72°F and light winds.

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Headlines

NC State football coach Dave Doeren spoke publicly for the first time since being fired midseason after 14 years leading the Wolfpack.WRAL · Oct 26, 10:24 PM

Events & going out

Metal bands Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder perform at The Ritz in Raleigh.Loud Hailer Magazine · Oct 26, 2:00 PM

Sports

NC State players expressed mixed emotions following Dave Doeren's midseason firing and the coaching change.Raleigh News & Observer · Oct 26, 9:00 PM
NC State parted ways with defensive coordinator DJ Elliot and football general manager after the coaching transition.ABC11 News · Oct 25, 8:33 PM

Community & volunteering

The 2026 N.C. State Fair drew more than 900,000 visitors despite lower attendance than some recent years.wfmynews2.com · Oct 26, 3:59 PM

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