Upper‑90s heat and a Heat Advisory 11 AM–8 PM; heat‑index values over 100 and late‑day storms possible. Cooling centers are available across the city.

A late‑night NWS warning for Washington County warned of penny‑sized hail and 60 mph gusts; residents were urged to shelter and report any wind or hail damage.

State investigators have been called to a scene involving the Sampson County Sheriff's Office near a Dollar General on Faison Road. Officials released few details as the SBI gathers evidence.

Raleigh advisory firm Opex bought Dallas-based Intellys and says it will expand rapidly — including plans to roughly double its size — as it builds a national technology-advisory platform.

Former state auditor Beth Wood has returned to the NC auditor’s office as an independent contractor for a redacted investigative review, per a public contract. Her work is capped at $25,000 and must finish in mid‑August.

A fatal multi-vehicle crash on westbound U.S. 70 near Pine Level killed one person Thursday and shut lanes while troopers investigated.

RDU built seven experimental wetlands to filter runoff from a new 11,000-space lot; NC State will monitor results through summer 2027.

A 29‑year‑old has been arrested and charged with first‑degree murder after a downtown Wilmington shooting that killed 23‑year‑old Emir Moore. Police say the investigation is ongoing and are asking for tips.

A rider was stabbed at a Garner bus stop after an attempted robbery; suspects fled and police say the injuries are not life‑threatening. It’s the second such attack in a month.

Mid‑70s muggy morning; highs near 92°F today. Dangerous heat builds Thursday–Friday with highs near 100°F and heat‑index values above 100°F.

A man described as "armed and dangerous" remains at large after firing at a deputy west of Jacksonville; investigators are searching wooded areas near Pony Farm Road.

A welfare check in Henderson’s Gillside community turned up two people shot inside a home; investigators say the SBI is assisting and officials say it doesn’t appear random.

Raleigh will heat up later this week with highs peaking Thursday–Friday. Libraries and cooling centers can help those without AC.