Muggy morning in Raleigh with highs near 88°F and a slight chance of afternoon storms. Clouds keep the heat in check, but a frontal pattern brings higher rain chances later this week.

Helene’s flooding has pushed storm maps and insurance costs to the top of North Carolina buyers’ checklists. Agents and planners are adapting to new climate data and rising premiums.

Apex police say a renter fired multiple shots inside a Sunflower Road townhome early Monday while three children were inside. No one was hurt; the suspect is in custody and detectives are investigating.

Muggy Tuesday in Raleigh with highs near 87°F and scattered afternoon storms. Brief heavy downpours possible — expect wet roads during the commute.

Durham police say two people were shot Sunday on Eva Street. Detectives are investigating and asking anyone with video or tips to come forward.

A Durham man was booked in Hickory on May 22 on multiple charges including rape, kidnapping and assault by strangulation; bond was set at $15,000.

An 18-year-old student was arrested after police say a 9mm pistol with a 3D-printed handle and drug paraphernalia were found in the South Garner High parking lot.

An NWS warning for Surry and Stokes counties warned of marble-sized hail, 40-mph gusts and frequent lightning Thursday afternoon around Pilot Mountain. Officials urged people to seek shelter.

Police arrested a Raleigh man after re‑testing evidence tied him to the 2019 Brentwood Park stabbing of Jorge Zelaya. Investigators say new forensic work produced the match.

An 18-page Senate proposal would loosen environmental reviews, mandate ADUs statewide and change how courts review agency rules.

Two men were stabbed on Liberty Street near the Urban Ministries of Durham; one was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries and police say a suspect is in custody.

A Wake County judge dismissed neighbors’ suit over rezoning at Peace and West, clearing the way for a 27‑story mixed‑use tower near Glenwood‑Brooklyn.

Survivors and a Panthers health executive urged Raleigh lawmakers to pass the Smart Heart Act, which would require AEDs and coordinated cardiac-response plans in every public school.