An unpermitted quarry on the Nolichucky is dumping sediment into the river. Regulators and environmental groups warn the damage could be long-term.

Raleigh climbs into the low 90s Saturday with dry air. A cold front cools things Sunday with gusts to 30 mph and only spotty, light showers.

Durham will review reservoir levels Friday as drought leaves Lake Michie and Little River below capacity; the city could tighten odd‑even watering rules.

Sunny and near 90°F Friday; drought rules and a burn ban are active. Expect light rain Sunday and a frost risk early next week.

Dry soils and surging diesel and fertilizer prices are delaying spring planting across North Carolina and forcing some growers to rethink their crops.

Sunny and hot today with highs near 91°F and gusty winds raising wildfire risk. The statewide burn ban remains in effect.

Raleigh will put Stage 1 water restrictions into effect Monday as Falls Lake nears the city's trigger; watering windows, hotel laundry limits and fines for repeat violations will apply.

Low 90s today through Saturday. Statewide burn ban is in effect — avoid open burning.

A viral video shows spinner sharks swarming an angler's Sea‑Doo off Cape Point, creating a dramatic, close-range feeding frenzy. The footage has drawn tens of thousands of views.

Raleigh climbs into the upper 80s and low 90s this week as officials warn of increased fire danger and a statewide burn ban. Secure outdoor items and avoid burning.

A National Weather Service alert warned of increased fire danger across the northwest Piedmont through Monday evening as a statewide burn ban remains in effect.

Sunny Monday with a high near 85 and gusty southwest winds. Statewide open-burning ban remains in effect as heat builds.

Clear start; highs near 82°F today and low-to-mid 90s by midweek. Statewide burn ban keeps fire risk elevated.