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Temperatures reach the 90s for most this weekend, but 100Â° is on the table for some areas starting Monday afternoon

Temperatures rise this weekend ahead of intense heat wave

<p>Well, a hot day today getting even hotter throughout the course of this weekend as high pressure continues to build over the region. 97 for the high on Sunday, mostly clear skies, clouds and sunshine for some spots. Then watching Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, all weather alert days, temperatures reaching to 100 or above 100 degrees, and heat index values pushing well over 100 degrees. Some spots could reach close to 110. So practice that heat safety, drink plenty of water, take breaks in the AC whenever you can. The ridge that's gonna bring us those hot temperatures will finally break down later in the week, so 98 by Friday and Saturday. Not much better. It starts to back off, isolated shower and storm chances return by Wednesday. Those will continue through the weekend. We can watch for that heat into Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, getting even hotter as we head into Sunday.</p>

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Potential for dangerous heat in the week ahead

Over 30 Wake County clerks charged in major underage alcohol sales operation

Alcohol refrigerator, beer, grocery store

'Louder and prouder': Protections tightened for Raleigh Pride crowds going into second day

The city of Raleigh has part of Fayetteville Street blocked off for the Out! Raleigh Pride celebration this weekend.

US sends B-2 bombers over the Pacific as Trump weighs Iran options

U.S. Moves B-2 Bombers as Iran and Israel Exchange Strikes

St. Augustine's alumni unite at Falcon Hope Fest to preserve university legacy

St. Augustine's, Shaw alumni react to SAU board chair's letter

Wilson auto shop faces backlash over employee's Juneteenth comments caught on camera

A Wilson car repair shop, Synergy Auto Care, faced backlash after a viral video showed an employee making dismissive comments about Juneteenth, leading a customer to immediately leave the shop.

Why was Jordon Hudson at Bill Belichick's interview? New emails show coach's take, UNC's response

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This massive yard sale spans across more than 100 miles along U.S. 301. The event is designed to promote economic activity and tourism here in North Carolina.


More than 100 miles of shopping: 301 Endless Yard Sale is happening this weekend

301 Endless Yard Sale kicks off Friday 

A stabbing incident at Club Love in Raleigh early Saturday morning has left one person hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.


Stabbing at Raleigh nightclub leaves one injured, suspect still at large

Raleigh nightclub stabbing

The Town of Rolesville's new Cobblestone Village mixed-use development includes Pixels Bar and Arcade and the Artisan Beer and Cheese shop. It's all part of a development plan on Main Street.


Rolesville aims to make Main Street a destination

Artisan Beer and Cheese in Rolesville

Two people died in a plane crash in Harnett County on Friday morning. The plane crash-landed at a boat dealership near Broadway after taking off from Raleigh Executive Jetport in Lee County.

Two experienced pilots dead after Harnett County plane goes down minutes after takeoff

Plane crash in Harnett County

Kevin Serrano-Valle, 30, is in custody after being accused of sexually assaulting a 7-year-old in Johnston County, NC.

Johnston County man arrested for alleged child sex assault at Clayton mobile home park

Two House Republicans voted against the measure previously, increasing the chances that Stein's veto might not be overridden.

Stein vetoes bill to allow concealed carry without a permit

NC lawmakers to vote on concealed carry rules

Joshua Cole was arrested for stealing cars in multiple counties, but was allowed to walk after posting $3,000 bond. After WRAL Investigates started asking questions, Cole was arrested again on multiple charges, including using his home as a chop shop to dismantle stolen cars.

Durham man with 100-plus charges freed on $3K bond, rearrested for operating chop shop at his home

Law enforcement agencies in Wake, Durham, Chatham and Catawba counties say Joshua Cole has racked up 106 charges in roughly the last year.

Wake County Animal Control confirmed the raccoon tested positive for rabies on Friday. County officials emphasize vigilance in preventing rabies exposure, urging residents to avoid unknown animals and ensure pets are vaccinated.

Rabid raccoon bites dog in Raleigh, County officials urge importance of rabies vaccinations for pets

Wake County Public Health has issued a rabies notice after a rabid fox bit a child in a Raleigh neighborhood.

The vetoes -- the first legislative rejections by North Carolina's Democratic governor -- come amid a national debate over immigration enforcement. The action is expected to test the strength of Republican legislators, who are one seat shy of a veto-proof majority in the state House.

Stein vetoes immigration, gun bills, setting up likely battle with NC's GOP-led legislature

Anti-ICE protestors gather outside the NC Senate on June 10, 2025, ahead of a vote requiring broad cooperation with immigration agents.

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June is officially Pride month and we have your guide to the events happening in the Triangle! 

Your 2025 guide to Pride in the Triangle

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In Raleigh, the earliest sunrise of 2025 occurred June 12 at 5:57 a.m., while sunsets will continue shifting later by a few seconds each day until Sunday, June 28.

Summer solstice is the longest day of the year, but not earliest sunrise or latest sunset

Sunday sunrise over Kerr Lake

The Triangle offers an enormous range of opportunities to celebrate Juneteenth - whether by taking tours of museums and historic sites or enjoying live music, food and celebrations.

Celebrate Juneteenth with events around the Triangle

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If you're planning to spend a lot of time outside in the heat, such as for a sporting event or a day at a theme park, it's important to stay hydrated. 

7 tips to stay hydrated outdoors

Feeling thirsty? Summer heat accelerates dehydration

There's heat, and there's big-league heat. That's what we're tracking much of the next one-to-two weeks.

First 100Â° day of the year possible next week in Triangle, Sandhills

Heat dome to create hottest weather of the year so far

Photos: Storms whip through central NC on Thursday during a WRAL Weather Alert Day

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The trope may be firefighters help get cats out of trees. But what about a deer out of mud?

Georgia fire officials rescue fawn from mud pit

Georgia fire officials brave mud pit to rescue fawn

Border Patrol finds sophisticated drug smuggling tunnel in San Diego

Sophisticated drug smuggling tunnel

Kroger to pay $77 million for man who lost his hands

Kroger logo, Kroger to pay $77 million settlement

New Jersey man creates unique birdhouses with chainsaw

New Jersey man creates unique birdhourses with chainsaw

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Pride crowd calls for courage and connection in downtown Raleigh

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Lanes reopened after utility truck crash causes traffic disruptions on I-87 in Knightdale

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Early morning shooting in downtown Raleigh leaves one man injured

Cary townhome fire displaces four, no injuries reported; investigation ongoing

Cumberland County sheriff announces retirement

Family traveling cross-country on horseback stopped from ending journey in Holden Beach

Columbia protester Mahmoud Khalil freed from immigration detention

Nation/World

Israel says it's preparing for the possibility of a lengthy war against Iran

Federal judge blocks Trump effort to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students

Aflac finds suspicious activity on US network that may impact Social Security numbers, other data

A week into war, Israel and Iran trade fire as Europe's diplomatic effort yields no breakthrough

This weekend is filled with events including a lot of Juneteenth celebrations and Out! Raleigh Pride festival.


Weekend best bets: Juneteenth events, Out! Raleigh

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Foodie News: Popular Raleigh coffee shop to reopen second location

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100+ events to check out in NC this June

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Marbles Kids Museum, Moore Square to host Juneteenth celebration

Juneteenth event at Marbles

The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + maps

List: July 4 fireworks, festivals, food trucks in the Triangle 

Out & About

Fact check: What was the Minnesota shooting suspect's political ideology?

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Fact check: Could Trump delay elections if Congress passes the 'big beautiful bill'?

Fact check: Are 20% of Medicaid payments 'improper'?

Fact-checking misinformation about the LA protests

Military bases' new names sound as if they're named after Confederates, but that's not the case

Gov. Josh Stein vetoes two immigration bills

NC Capitol

New plan would pay NC shrimp trawlers who lose access to inland waters

NC lawmakers OK changes to carbon reduction deadline for Duke Energy

Emissions bill headed to governor, it would allow Duke Energy to avoid 2030 climate change deadline

More than 30,000 NC voters to become unaffiliated after 4 parties lose state recognition

Wake County graduates face scorching heat for memorable ceremony at Raleigh Convention Center

Education

Cellphone crackdown: A look at the new districtwide policies

Republicans introduce legislation that would allow students to skip some lessons in 'culture war' bill

NC lawmakers advance bills targeting gender, public school discussions

More NC charter school oversight would move from superintendent under bill passed by NC House

Cellphone crackdown: New policies going into effect in districts across NC

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Supersonic flights coming to Greensboro as part of new JetZero facility in Greensboro

Where are the fireflies?

Johnston County schools' new policy restricts cellphone use for teachers and students during class 

4 million gallons of drinking water are lost every day in Durham. What's being done to fix that

Bilas: 'Ultra-competitive' Cooper Flagg makes him Duke's best freshman

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Bahama native Layne Riggs seizes Pocono Trucks victory

New dad Robinson signs four-year deal with Hurricanes after career year

Pacers roll past Thunder 108-91 to send the NBA Finals to a deciding Game 7

Duke names Wake Forest pitching coach Corey Muscara as next baseball coach

NCHSAA names state award winners for 2024-25 athletic year

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Hear from 17 of the top prospects at this week's UNC King of the Hill 7-on-7

Lacrosse and field hockey star Rocky Phelps gives Extra Effort to her sports, school and country

Way-too-early top 25 rankings for girls basketball

Physical therapists could soon evaluate concussions in athletes after Senate passes HB 928

Stolen car suspect with 100-plus charges released, arrested again

The Senate approved a plan to ban shrimp trawling in inland waters and near the coast over strong objections from some coastal lawmakers.

New plan would pay shrimp trawlers who lose access to inland waters

Flounder fishing bill would ban inshore shrimp trawling in NC

The North Carolina Senate voted for the measure Wednesday. A final vote is scheduled for Thursday. Some coastal Republicans are adamantly opposed.

North Carolina has officially launched PATH NC, a new statewide digital system that unifies data tracking for foster children across all 100 counties.

NC launches unified digital system for foster child tracking after WRAL documentary exposes gaps

A file photo of the Path NC website, which is a statewide digital system that unifies data tracking for foster children across all 100 counties.

The North Carolina Senate gave its final approval for the shrimp trawling ban Thursday.

Bill would ban shrimping near NC coast. Critics say it would cripple the industry

Shrimp trawler

The North Carolina Senate wants to ban some hemp products and prohibit the sale of certain THC drinks and gummies to anyone younger than the age of 21 -- a proposal that could set up a fight with the House, which passed a more limited measure earlier in the legislative session.

NC bill seeks ban on synthetic hemp, new regulations on Delta 9 and THC products

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5 On Your Side: Cutting through confusion of misleading food claims

5 On Your Side: How to find the best high chair

5 On Your Side: How to prevent food poisoning after USDA backs down on salmonella rules

Tailor's image hijacked, used for viral TikTok scam

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Hidden hazard: Toxic gas seeps from NC medical warehouses

Warehouses in North Carolina storing products treated with a toxic gas

How Raleigh police officer handled searches compromised cases, report shows

Lawmakers considering restrictions on agritourism to rein in rowdy parties

Investigations

Donald Thompson: Retention isn't a manager problem, it's a leadership wake-up call

Guest column: AI and CareTech are transforming how we care for aging parents

Grace Ueng: Why I teach teams to âdo something scary every dayâ

Tom Snyder: The fragile trust behind powerful technologies

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Sales prices for sports teams are soaring to record levels. Here's why, and what that means for fans

Iran's internet blackout leaves public in dark and creates an uneven picture of the war with Israel

Music streaming service Deezer adds AI song tags in fight against fraud

Supreme Court widens court options for vaping companies pushing back against FDA rules

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Southern Pines: Where to eat, shop and relax

Family

Alzheimer's caregiver: Summer camp, healing and compassion

Go Ask Dad: A note on fathers

A father's poor mental health may harm his children's development, study finds

 Raleigh Stroller Society: How fathers are strengthening their network

TODAY ONLY: National Smoothie Day 2025 freebies & deals on June 21

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Top Amazon Deals: Hanes men's polo shirts, Wireless computer mouse, Meat claws, Tire inflator

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through June 23

Macy's Sale: Comforter Sets starting at $23.93 (70% off), Men's shorts up to 75% off,  Baby clothes & Clearance up to 85% off