A pedestrian was struck and killed by a train early Wednesday morning near Orange Street and Moore Street in downtown Fayetteville. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward as the death investigation continues.

Today's coverage includes a fatal downtown train collision, major downtown closures, a Sunday shooting spree arraignment, proposed parking fee increases, higher PWC residential surcharges, the Crown Coliseum sound-system dispute, the $12 million clean-water pipeline project, new workforce-training funding at FTCC, and the latest decision on Spring Lake early voting sites.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — More than 50 companies recently gathered at Fort Bragg to demonstrate and evaluate counter-unmanned aircraft systems as the U.S. Army prepares for a major exercise focused on defending against drone threats.

City officials are considering tighter zoning requirements for data centers as residents push for greater protections around residential neighborhoods and local infrastructure.

A new lawsuit filed by a Central Records Unit employee alleges a hostile work environment, racial discrimination, and systemic retaliation within the Fayetteville Police Department.

Whether you're planning a family outing, a date night, or simply looking for something new to experience, August offers plenty of opportunities throughout Fayetteville and Cumberland County.

Cumberland County Sheriff Johnathan Morgan has formally announced his retirement, effective Dec. 1, 2026 after nearly three decades in law enforcement and approximately one year serving as sheriff.

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