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Tropical Depression Chantal, which hit North Carolina as a tropical depression on July 6 and 7, dumped 9 to 12 inches of rain and prompted flooding in low-lying areas. The State of Emergency covers 13 counties, including Wake, Durham and Orange.

Gov. Stein declares State of Emergency for 13 counties hit hard by Chantal

Tropical Depression Chantal flooding

'Stay off Jordan Lake': Warning comes after 4 drownings in Chatham County in July

Jordan Lake flooding

Intense heat arrives, pop-up storms still possible for rest of the week

Temperatures on July 17, 2025

Voter registration problems: NC elections officials to start contacting people with missing info

Absentee ballots 

$38 million WakeMed emergency department approved for Fuquay-Varina

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Greenville man arrested in connection with attempted kidnapping at Great Wolf Lodge in Virginia

Travis Bright of Greenville

After heavy rain and heat, North Carolina sees a bug boom

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The North Carolina Department of Transportation reported several driver license offices were without internet in central North Carolina on Thursday morning.


Internet restored at 'several' NCDMV driver license offices after AT&T outage

DMV long wait lines, DMV Avent Ferry in Raleigh

A fuel injector issue has resulted in a recall of nearly 700,000 Ford vehicles.



Ford recalls 700,000 vehicles for fire risk, fuel injector leak

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has discontinued its specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth, eliminating the "Press 3" option, following the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' decision to cut federal funding for these services.


North Carolina commits to LGBTQ+ mental health support as 988 line ends specialized services

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Some 31 vehicles were broken into at five Raleigh churches this past weekend, with surveillance footage from one showing a smash-and-grab incident where a handgun and $2,000 cash were stolen.

Wave of car break-ins hits Raleigh churches: $2,000 and handgun stolen

Father Patrick Keane said someone committed a smash-and-grab of a car this past weekend at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

The town, university and organizations in Chapel Hill are teaming up to host a flood resource event for businesses impacted by destructive flooding last week.


$26.5M in repairs: Where Chapel Hill businesses hit hard by flooding can get help Thursday

Eastgate Crossing storm damage in Chapel Hill

North Carolina is among 20 states seeking an emergency court decision to reinstate the funds, arguing FEMA unlawfully halted a program Congress had already funded.

NC sues FEMA after agency cut $200 million for infrastructure ravaged by recent flooding

Orange County estimates damage from Chantal will cost more than $30 million.

The Durham Fire Department on Thursday will unveil a new vehicle firefighters can use to change into clean gear immediately after responding to a fire.


'Clean unit' will protect Durham firefighters from cancer, quickly allowing them to change clothes

Parents may think snack bars sold for kids are more nutritious than cookies, but are they really? Consumer Reports chewed on those claims to reveal the truth about kids' snack bars.


5 On Your Side: Which kids snack bars are actually healthy choices

Snack bar

The change was part of a wide-ranging law stripping power from Stein and other Democratic officials who won election in 2024.

Stein won't appeal loss in legislative 'power grab' lawsuit over NC Highway Patrol

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Senate has passed about $9 billion in federal spending cuts requested by President Donald Trump, including deep reductions to public broadcasting and foreign aid, moving forward on one of the president's top priorities despite concerns from several Republican senators.

Senate passes $9 billion in spending cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid requested by Trump

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We're in the middle of a sweltering summer in central North Carolina. Here are some places to cool off.


Stay safe in summer heat: Cooling stations offer relief from sweltering temps

Summer heat

WRAL Investigates has reported for years on the risks firefighters face from cancer on the job, including from cancer-causing forever chemicals found in their own suits, and on the steps lawmakers have taken to increase support for firefighters facing job related cancers.

Timeline: WRAL investigates cancer killing firefighters, how to reduce the risk

Firefighter battling cancer

This weekend is filled with events including comedian Nate Bargatze and a food truck fair at Durham Central Park.


Weekend best bets:  Nate Bargatze, outdoor movies and food trucks in Durham

Nate Bargatze Wants Your Family to Stop Fighting for an Hour. Maybe Two.

GalaxyCon is returning July 24-27 to the Raleigh Convention Center. During the event, WRAL and the pop culture convention will partner for the convention's first free outdoor street festival on Fayetteville Street.


GalaxyCon, WRAL team up for inaugural two-day Street Fest

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Officials have confirmed that there have been multiple Portuguese Man O' War stings at Emerald Isle.


Emerald Isle: 'Quite a few' people stung by Portuguese Man O' War

Portuguese Man Oâ War

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It's grilling season! But as you throw that meat or some veggies on the grill, safety experts are urging you to be careful. Grilling can quickly turn dangerous, causing more injuries than you may think.

'Most common accidents': How to keep yourself safe while grilling this summer

Grill, grilling safety

Raleigh police discuss car break-ins at local churches

California parents arrested for 'neglecting' 21 children all born by surrogacy, police say

California parents arrested for neglecting 21 kids born by surrogacy

ON CAM: Florida man arrested after attempting to kidnap woman

Florida attempted kidnapping caught on camera

'It makes me live an independent life': Medicaid recipient concerned about cuts

North Dakota Medicaid reciepient concerned about cuts

Planned, key witness in Missouri rape trial allegedly killed to stay quiet

Killed Missouri man was planned witness in rape trial

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Wet July: Storms leave behind damage in Sanford as residents grow concerned over torrential month

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Man arrested in Raleigh after attempted bank robbery

NC construction sector joins national call for more immigrant labor

NCDMV's driver's license offices experience credit card processing outage

Police in midst of weeks-long search for Durham murder suspect

Retail sales jumped more than expected last month

Nation/World

Israeli strike hits Gaza church, killing 3 and wounding priest who was close to Pope Francis

Justice Department fires Maurene Comey, prosecutor on Epstein case and daughter of ex-FBI director

Syrian forces withdraw from Sweida after ceasefire goes into effect

Trump says Coca-Cola will use real sugar in its US flagship drink. The company isn't confirming that

Here's a list of the best free family activities in the Triangle and nearby.
 

27 best free family activities in the Triangle: Art to outdoors, concerts to spraygrounds, music to movies

These three popular rings were one of the first site-specific art installations at the North Carolina Museum of Art

Dix Park sunflowers in full bloom. Here's what you need to know

Dorothea Dix Park - Sunflowers in Bloom

NC Zoo raises admission prices

A look at the animals at the NC Zoo 

These French fry places in NC take potatoes to a new level

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Out & About

Epstein files: A timeline of what the Trump administration has said about releasing a list

Politifact

Fact check: Jeffries says tax breaks are permanent for billionaires, temporary for everyone else

Fact-checking rumor about 'Coffee with Roy Cooper' event in Winston-Salem

Fact check: North Carolina got a $22M grant to expand internet access. Trump said the program is 'based on race'

Fact-checking Elizabeth Warren on Meta's tax break in 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Federal immigration crackdown could slow Triangle construction, builders warn

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Economic uncertainty, tariffs cause ripple effects in NC economy

Pace of inflation grew in June to 2.7% overall

'New economic reality': NC consumers face tariff-driven inflation

NC Republicans in Congress respond to Democratic governor's letter on Trump budget

Wake County school leaders discuss possible federal funding cuts

Education

Wake Schools chief: District can cover paused federal programs for 3 months, plans changes

NC AG & state superintendent discuss legal action to protect federal education funds in North Carolina

State schools chief, AG file lawsuit over misisng federal education cuts

North Carolina, other states sue over Trump education funding cuts

Facing 100+ charges, man police linked to Triangle vehicle theft ring appears in court

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5 On Your Side catches grocery stores charging full price for sale items

North Carolina foster care: Broken but changing

Dog fight, pets dying, staff high on drugs: WRAL Investigates violations at pet boarding facilities

Who will Trump back to replace Tillis? 3 Republicans to watch

Key dates for 2025-26 Carolina Hurricanes' schedule

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Charlotte to host 2026 MLS All-Star Game at Bank of America Stadium

NHL releases the 2025-26 schedule, the last 82-game season before new CBA increases it to 84

UNC tennis player is headed to US Open again. Her legal fight to keep prize money just got a boost

Caitlin Clark sidelined again with another injury heading into All-Star weekend

Christ School boys basketball to play in EYBL scholastic league, will forgo NCISAA playoffs for two seasons

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2025 HighSchoolOT Jamboree to feature 10 teams, huge rematches

Faizon Brandon remains 247Sports' top 2026 football prospect; several rise in new update

13 North Carolina prospects make initial Rivals300 for 2027

HSOT Press Box: Breaking down June basketball, MLB Draft, and summer football commitments

The EPA quietly paused funding for a project monitoring PFAs near a Fayetteville chemical plant. The UNC-Chapel Hill sanctioned grant is back.

Project tracking forever chemicals near Fayetteville plant gets more funding

Researchers conduct studies near Chemours plant

A federally funded project aimed at tracking toxic PFAS "forever chemicals" in the air near a North Carolina chemical plant remains active after a temporary funding pause.

Research funding whiplash: EPA restores funding for study tracking forever chemicals in NC air

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about Gov. Josh Stein not wearing ties and a woman getting bit by a snake. 

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about Gov. Stein not wearing ties, snake bites

Democrat James Gailliard, a Rocky Mount pastor and former state lawmaker, hopes to win the seat held by state Sen. Lisa Stone Barnes, a Nash County Republican from a prominent farming family.

Triangle-area districts will be top focus in 2026 midterms

Charlitta Burrus, a Durham Housing Authority resident, was shocked to receive a bill stating that she owed $6,582.

Woman claims Durham Housing Authority incorrectly sent her $6K bill

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5 On Your Side: June Consumer Price Index Report shows uptick in inflation

5 On Your Side: New report reveals how quickly prices are rising

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Durham Housing Authority resident was told she owes more than $6K in rent. She says it's a mistake.

Police link man to high-dollar vehicle theft ring across the Triangle area

North Carolina records show troubling violations at pet boarding facilities

Chapel Hill residents frustrated by lack of solutions for flood-prone area

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CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NCâs economic growth

Durham chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy protection, seeking to reduce debt, remerge

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

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Raleigh's Liberation Station bookstore to reopen in Montague Plaza on Juneteenth 2026

What will happen to PBS and NPR stations if the Senate votes to claw back funding?

Here's why you might be spending more on health care next year

Labubu not the first toy craze, and certainly won't be the last

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Sunflowers are blooming at Dix Park

Family

Kids Exchange consignment sale returns to NC State Fairgrounds

Go Ask Dad: Rubber ducks and other beautiful nothings

Explore the best neighborhoods in Raleigh for families

Nicotine poisonings soar in babies and toddlers

Top Amazon deals: Bostitch Electric Pencil Sharpener only $10.61 (47% off), Farberware Cutting Board only $5.13, Closet Storage Bags 6 pk only $13.97 w/code

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