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Raleigh faces an afternoon and evening storm threat Sunday, with heavy rain and localized flooding possible. More thunderstorms are likely through midweek.
Community & Society in ...
A Raleigh nonprofit reports a 55% surge in demand as one former addict turns recovery into a mission to help others find stability.
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Four TSA lanes were out at RDU’s Terminal 2 Thursday morning, with travelers reporting waits of up to 60 minutes.
Raleigh gets a sunny, rain-free Thursday before temperatures near 90 return Friday and storms become likely Sunday.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Knightdale teen now faces a 10th felony charge in an alleged AI image case involving Wake County girls. North Carolina law now specifically addresses AI-modified material.
A severe thunderstorm watch covering Raleigh, Durham and much of central North Carolina ended early Wednesday after a night of lightning and storm threats.
A pedestrian was struck and killed late Tuesday on northbound I‑885 in Durham; police closed the northbound lanes while investigators worked the scene.
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UNC placed football GM Michael Lombardi on paid administrative leave Monday; the university gave no reason and barred staff and student‑athletes from commenting.
Several police cruisers closed Gathering Square in Fuquay-Varina Sunday; officials have not yet explained the heavy response.
A delivery truck scraped the roof off a trailer at the notorious Peace Street overpass, renewing debate over sensors, signage and a long‑term replacement.
Low clouds, drizzle and pockets of fog this morning; showers likely through early afternoon with highs near 77°F. Midweek heat and storms return.
Durham deputies say a Maple Street search turned up roughly 16 pounds of marijuana, THC products and psilocybin mushrooms, and a 29-year-old man was arrested.
DEQ says a July sample detected 2,010 ppb of 1,4‑dioxane in Asheboro's wastewater, far above guidance. Downstream utilities were notified and follow-up testing is underway.
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