Daily editionWednesday, September 9th, 2026
Good morning, Apex.
The 5AM Apex Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of September.
Education
Wake County school officials are exploring an expansion of stop-arm cameras on school buses to boost student safety + reduce illegal passing.
They plan to automate violation reporting with law enforcement review and will share more details by December.
ABC11Read more
Wake County Public School System leaders proposed enrollment changes affecting 13 schools starting in the 2027-28 school year to relieve overcrowding & support the new Morrisville High.
Officials are gathering community feedback online & in meetings as final decisions have not been made.
ABC11Read more
Health
On Sept. 5, the NC Department of Health and Human Services offered key health reminders for students ahead of the back-to-school season in the ABC11 Local Spotlight, urging parents and educators to follow its guidance for a safe return to class.
ABC11Read more
Sports
Local adult sports leagues in the Triangle offer a range of options — including beginner-friendly baseball, basketball starting October and soccer with nearly 4,000 players — and affordable tennis lessons for residents to stay active.
Indy WeekRead more