A federal review step advanced plans for passenger rail between Fayetteville and Raleigh, moving the 62‑mile corridor into formal planning while funding and safety questions remain.

Highs near 94°F and heat index near 103°F Tuesday; storms likely Wednesday night with localized heavy rain possible.

NWS Raleigh warned of minor flooding in Halifax and Warren counties after heavy storms; drivers were urged to avoid flooded roads. Local forecasts remain active.

NWS warned Halifax County of 60-mph gusts, one-inch hail and localized flooding through mid‑afternoon, with impacts expected along I‑95.

The First Horizon Coliseum won a $30 million state earmark, but leaders say roughly $150 million more will be needed to fix deferred maintenance and modernize the complex.

NWS issued an alert for strong thunderstorms in Harnett and Cumberland counties, warning gusts up to 40 mph and frequent lightning that could affect Fayetteville, Fort Bragg and I‑95.

One Triangle CEO took home about $25M in 2025 and local public‑company chiefs pulled in roughly $192M combined, much of it in stock awards and one‑time grants.

NWS warned of strong storms across Johnston, Wayne and Sampson counties Sunday, with gusts up to 40 mph and frequent lightning. Stay alert for changing conditions.

Nighttime "glowing" over Surf City power poles has locals spooked. Experts say salt‑laden spray builds up on insulators and produces visible electrical arcing.

Late‑night storms dumped several inches across the Piedmont, prompting a flash flood warning for Anson, Montgomery, Richmond and Stanly counties into early Monday.

POAH closed financing to rehab Biltmore Hills, preserving 50 affordable apartments in southeast Raleigh with vouchers and layered public financing.

Genetic testing found half the shrimp sold as “wild‑caught” at Outer Banks restaurants was imported, prompting calls for menu transparency and possible state action.

NWS Raleigh issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Warren County Sunday, warning of gusts up to 60 mph, penny-sized hail and possible flash flooding. Residents were urged to seek interior shelter and avoid flooded roads.