Raleigh breaking news and weather, Raleigh North Carolina news today, WRAL 7-day forecasts, NC lottery updates. WRAL news in Raleigh, NC.

WRAL.com

Overnight storm chances return and will carry into the day Thursday. Because of the the threat for rain impacting both the morning and evening commutes, Thursday will be a WRAL Weather Alert Day.

Steady rain and flood risks Thursday prompt WRAL Weather Alert Day

<p>I'm WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell. Thursday is the WRAL weather alert day, and the reason why we made that call is that we've got the threat for rain to impact both the morning and the evening commutes. Now most of us are just going to see a rainy day out there, but there will be the potential, the low end threat for some flooding. We could see between 0.5 inch and up to 1 inch and a half in spots, and this will be on and off throughout the day tomorrow. 8 a.m. we've got some rain around, especially in our southern counties. For the morning commute as we get later into the afternoon around lunchtime, still a high chance for rain, but we see the rain switch over to more scattered thunderstorms during the afternoon. This is when there could be some heavier rain, perhaps some thunder and lightning mixed in. It's not full coverage on the radar at 5 o'clock, but there will be at least some of us dealing with storms still for the evening commute, and this should begin to settle down once we get closer to sunset tomorrow night, and then overnight things dry out for us. Then we've got another system on the way Saturday. It's a cold front that arrives from the opposite direction from the west. That'll bring some decent rain as well. We could see a half an inch to 1 inch from the triangle north over the next 5 days, closer to 1 to 2 inches in areas just south and east of the triangle, especially east of by 95 toward the coast. That's where there could be some 2 to 4 inch totals. With all the rain that is on the way tomorrow. Temperatures stay cool, only warming up into the mid to upper 70s.</p>

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Weather Alert Day issued for Thursday, 06/05/2025

Families of people killed in 2017 Duke Life Flight helicopter crash reach settlement

Duke Life Flight crash in Sept. 2017 near Hertford

Popular food brands at center of lawsuit taking aim at ultra-processed foods

Crown Event Center project terminated after vote by Cumberland County leaders

Crown Event Center project in Fayetteville

Saved: Iconic round Raleigh Holiday Inn to transform, won't be torn down

Plans in place to demolish Raleigh's circular Holiday Inn

NC lawmakers debate: Will proposed new energy policies raise people's bills, or lower them?

Duke Energy

Sheriff: 'Infuriating' that Catawba County shooting suspect out on bond

Garon Killian

WRAL News+

WRAL News+ Live Thumbnail

North Carolina residents are being targeted by an alarming new text scam impersonating the DMV, warns WRAL's 5 on Your Side. The scam threatens steep penalties for unpaid traffic tickets, urging immediate action.


Sophisticated DMV text scam targets North Carolina residents, WRAL's 5 on Your Side warns

A mother and her 5-year-old son were struck by a vehicle Tuesday while crossing Walnut Street in Cary.


Mom and 5-year-old son hit in Cary crosswalk on Walnut Street

Cary police car

Landon Giggins, who was wanted for violating his domestic violence protection order, was spotted in the woodline between Panther Creek High School and the Aster Apartments community.

Former student arrested near Panther Creek High School for violating domestic violence order

Cary police respond to Panther Creek High School during lockdown

The bill would put State Auditor Dave Boliek, a Republican, in charge of investigating state agencies to determine their level of cooperation with ICE and their compliance with other immigration rules.

Immigration crackdowns pass NC House, inch closer to possible veto battle with Gov. Josh Stein

Trump Invoked the Alien Enemies Act to Speed Up Deportations: What to Know

It's unclear whether the students who didn't attend a public school last year attended a private school or homeschool or were newcomers to the state.

Most new voucher recipients didn't come from an NC public school, new data shows

Classroom, desk

Wake County emergency professionals are worried the rising price of a new fire engine could bring financial hardships for local fire departments.

Wake County firefighters face rising costs, delays in buying new fire engines

Raleigh fire truck

A Raleigh high school senior is accused of setting a fire inside Enloe Magnet High School. Jeremaine Cotton is charged with felony burning of a school house and disorderly conduct.


Student charged with setting fire at Enloe High School that prompted evacuation

Jeremaine Cotton, 18

A heartwarming rescue in Fayetteville as the local Fire Department saved a kitten trapped in a storm drain. 

Fayetteville firefighters rescue kitten stuck in storm drain

Global technology giant Amazon plans to launch a cloud computing and artificial intelligence innovation campus in Richmond County, state officials say. 



Amazon plans $10B artificial intelligence data campus, 500 jobs in NC 

Amazon appears ready to launch yet another project in North Carolina, this time in Edgecombe County.

WRAL News has learned President Donald Trump will visit Fort Bragg on Tuesday, June 10. 

President Trump coming to Fort Bragg

President Donald Trump

View WRAL's latest top news

MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM

95.7 That Station

99.9 The Fan

WRAL 5 On Your Side looked into the factors that determine how much people pay in vehicle tax.

Paying more in taxes for your car? Here's how NC comes up with its valuation

A file photo of a Kia SUV.

Gipson Play Plaza, the 18.5-acre playground at Dix Park, opens to the public Friday, June 6. Here's what to know before you visit.


Dix Park playground opens June 6: What to know about Gipson Play Plaza

Gipson Play Plaza sneak peak

The Food and Drug Administration has updated an ongoing recall of tomatoes distributed in three states to its most severe warning, saying there is a higher probability that potential salmonella contamination could lead to "serious adverse health consequences or death."

FDA updates recall of tomatoes, warning of a high risk of illness or death

A recent Consumer Reports investigation unveiled alarming levels of lead in popular cassava-based products, which are often marketed as gluten-free and paleo-friendly options.

5 On Your Side: Ingredient in gluten-free products contains high levels of lead

bread

Five North Carolina teams were in the NCAA Baseball Tournament, but did they survive the regional rounds? Monday games will decide the fate for two teams.


NCAA baseball: UNC advances to Super Regional, Wake Forest eliminated Monday

Duke baseball coach Chris Pollard

With an alarming average of 37 child fatalities each year due to heatstroke in vehicles, Consumer Reports issues a vital warning for parents and caregivers.


5 On Your Side: Hot car deaths are a year-round threat, how to be aware

Baby in car seat

Don't Miss It

Jockey's Ridge State Park kicks off its 50th anniversary celebration Thursday with four days of fun. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler is in Nags Head with more on the spectacular sand dune. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Jockeys Ridge 2 

Too much of a good thing? Lawsuits take aim at popular food brands

DMV warns text scam is most sophisticated yet

Family files wrongful death lawsuit against North Carolina Central University

NCCU Mourns Passing of Men's Basketball Student-Athlete Devin Butts

18-month-old pit bull dies after being locked in car for eight hours

Prepare to prove citizenship for government services

Video Central

WRAL 6am News | June 4

6am Newscast Static

WRAL 9am News | June 4

9am Newscast Static

WRAL Noon News | June 4

12pm Newscast Static

WRAL 4pm News | June 4

4pm Newscast Static

WRAL 6pm News | June 4

6pm Newscast Static

WRAL 10pm News | June 3

10pm Newscast Static

Dog's death in hot car highlights an increase in animal cruelty cases in Raleigh and Cary

Local News

Clayton Boulevard closed after 18-wheeler crashes into power pole

Former U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole honored by NC leaders  

Family sues NC Central over basketball player's 2023 death

Chapel Hill police seek assistance in locating missing 15-year-old

Musk calls Trump's big tax break bill a 'disgusting abomination,' testing his influence over the GOP

Nation/World

Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says

A US judge halts the deportation of the Egyptian family of the Boulder firebombing suspect

Man charged with supplying explosive chemicals to bomber of Palm Springs fertility clinic

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire

The Soccer Tournament is back for its third year at WakeMed Soccer Park. The unique 7-on-7 soccer experience brings fans together to watch 64 teams play for a $1 million prize.


The Soccer Tournament 2025 guide for fans: Matches, tickets and schedule

The Soccer Tournament fan guide

Clyde Cooper's Barbecue is still open, but they still plan to relocate by end of year

Clyde Cooper's Barbeque

Weekend best bets: Luke Bryan, Wu-Tang and The Soccer Tournament

Luke Bryan 

Youth clinics, kids zone: A guide to family fun at The Soccer Tournament in Cary

Children playing soccer

Foodie News: Nationally acclaimed taco restaurant to open first Raleigh location

Pulled pork tacos with salsa, guacamole and lime in background, 

Out & About

Fact-checking Donald Trump as DOGE adviser Elon Musk leaves White House

Politifact

Fact check: Did NC reject Helene contractors over state racial 'quotas'?

Fact check: Did Memorial Day gas prices hit a 20-year low?

Fact check: Would GOP bill strip Medicaid, health care from 13 million Americans?

Fact check: Did Trump's transportation secretary vote against air traffic control upgrades?

After Colorado attack, NC House calls for Congress to support Jewish citizens

NC Capitol

Gov. Josh Stein launches cannabis task force, seeking to regulate THC and study pot legalization in NC

NC lawmakers discuss regulating kratom

Stein launches cannabis task force, seeking to regulate THC and study pot legalization in NC

Gov. Josh Stein announces new council to explore legalizing THC products for adults in NC

Wake considering raising school lunch prices again

Education

Wake schools plans to recommend school meal price increase

Wake school board passes its first-ever districtwide cellphone policy. Here's what's in it. 

Triangle gears up for graduation weekend: dates and venues for local high schools

Brain Game semifinals: Apex Friendship High School vs Raleigh Charter High School

WRAL In Depth

'It's as broken as everyone thinks it is': New NCDMV commissioner promises DMV revamp

Medicaid cuts could leave NC families without options for nursing home care

UNC Health psychologist conducting research into men experiencing postpartum depression

"I'm not guilty": Owner of Orange Co. farm party property appears in court

Durham native Kofi Appiagyei returns to familiar turf for shot at $1 million in The Soccer Tournament

WRALSportsFan

Panthers visit the Oilers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final in Edmonton

Hurricanes GM praises Brind'Amour, says team can spend to the cap to improve

Pacers, Thunder got to the NBA Finals fueled by doubters. A title will give 1 team the last laugh

French Open: Coco Gauff digs deep to beat Keys and will face 361st-ranked Boisson in the semifinals

Southern Carolina 6A/7A Conference Football Preview: Weddington looks to fend off challengers

HighSchoolOT

Ashbrook LB Caleb Gordon commits to Arkansas after late push from the Razorbacks

Grimsley TE D.J. Howerton is the latest N.C. prospect to commit to Rutgers

Rolesville's highly recruited Griffin-Haynes brothers to announce commitment Thursday

Davie County's Coy James named 2025 Gatorade NC Player of the Year in baseball

More and more people are turning to artificial intelligence when looking for jobs or even applying for college. Experts are warning people to take extra precautions before letting AI do the work for you, so you don't waste your money. 

Beware using AI for job hunting: Simple mistakes can doom your chances

In an exclusive interview with WRAL's Lena Tillett on Tuesday, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein called for statewide regulations to legalize THC-intoxicating products and announced the creation of a new state advisory council to explore methods to legalize products containing THC.

NC Gov. Josh Stein supports legalizing THC-intoxicating products for adults

North Carolina lawmakers are trying again to regulate kratom, a plant-derived stimulant often sold in convenience stores. But this year, there's a new twist: the measure would ban synthetic chemicals derived from the plant.

NC lawmakers seek to regulate kratom, ban synthetic versions 

Health officials warn of dangers associated with Kratom

House Bill 199 would create a new government group, the North Carolina Towing and Recovery Commission, with leaders picked by the governor and the state legislature. It would be in charge of issuing and revoking permits to tow truck businesses.

Towing companies would face stricter consumer protection rules under bipartisan NC bill

A file photo of a car getting towed.

Newly appointed North Carolina DMV Commissioner Paul Tine is promising to significantly reduce wait times and improve customer experience by implementing numerous changes.

New NCDMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems

New NC DMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems

Two NCSHP troopers are still employed by the agency after WRAL Investigates found what appear to be clear violations of internal policy in their behavior. 

NC troopers still employed despite apparent violations to code of conduct

 Sgt. Garrett Macario (left) and Sgt. Matthew Morrison

WRAL Specialists

5 On Your Side: Dealing with tariff impacts on summer staples

5 On Your Side: Are you paying more in taxes for your car?

Save big by checking your TV subscriptions

Recall: 100,000 kitchen faucets sold on Amazon due to lead risk

5 On Your Side

WRAL Investigates: Video showed troopers violated policy. How are they still employed?

Orange County farm venue owner in court, denies responsibility

Former foster father tries to fix broken foster care system in NC

Former vice chair 'deeply disturbed' with campaign finance reports of Durham committee

Investigations

Amazon plans $10B artificial intelligence investment, 500 jobs in NC

Grace Ueng: 10 years since my TEDx talk: What I know now that I didnât then

Donald Thompson: AI is revolutionizing hiring. Human resources officers must lead the charge

Attention VCs: Making the case for the Triangle as Silicon Valley of the East

WRAL TechWire

Broadway has found its Gen Z audience â by telling Gen Z stories

Trump tax bill will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO says

'Lilo & Stitch' passes 'Sinners' to become 2nd highest grossing film of 2025

FDA approves Moderna's new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine

Business

Powerball

Mega Millions

Cash 5

Children get a chance to learn from the pros at The Soccer Tournament

Family

Welcome back! WRAL's Chris Lovingood talks about being a new dad

Durham's Museum of Life and Science reopens red wolf exhibit with 3 new pups

Proposed Medicaid cuts put nursing home care in jeopardy for NC families

Boy hero: 9-year-old Ohio boy saves pregnant mother's life

Top grocery deals valid June 4-10

SmartShopper

Top Amazon deals up to 73% off: Kids' joke book, microfiber cleaning cloths, men's tees, kitchen tongs set

Macy's Sale: Comforter Sets starting at $23.93 (up to 72% off)

List of National Donut Day 2025 freebies on June 6