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Part of the Triangle is in a high-risk flood area for Wednesday night and Thursday morning. There's the potential for flash flooding and severe storms.

WRAL Weather Alert Day: Late night storms put part western counties in high flood risk area

<p>I'm meteorologist Chris Michaels in the WRAL Severe Weather Center today, another WRAL weather alert day, but most of the storms we see happen during the evening. Uh, flood watch is in effect for areas west of Wake County. That's also where we see the chance for some localized wind damage with any of the stronger storms that come through out of the west. Our storm chances uh this afternoon they're going to be pretty. Isolated in our eastern counties, but the main event comes in from the west after 8 p.m. or so. Then looking ahead to tomorrow, that's going to be another alert day because of the risk for some more showers and thunderstorms late afternoon into the evening. Friday offers up another good chance of showers and storms. By the weekend, it looks like there'll be at least a little more hit and miss.</p>

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WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive positive change for North Carolinians. As part of this initiative, Dennis Draughon has served as the company's editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform. 

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NC State men's basketball coach Will Wade said he put together the Wolfpack's non-conference schedule with fans and an NCAA Tournament resume in mind.

In-state opponents, building NCAA Tournament resume key to Wade's first schedule at NC State

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The U.S. is having its worst year for measles spread in more than three decades, with a total of 1,288 cases nationally and another six months to go in 2025.

The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

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North Carolina residents with standard driver's licenses now have an additional two years to renew their expired licenses through Dec. 31, 2027. But the licenses won't be eligible for everything.

NC drivers get 2-year grace period for license renewals amid backlog

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The shooting happened Tuesday night on Hill Street near Skycrest Drive, according to the Raleigh Police Department.

Two young people shot at Raleigh apartment complex, no suspect in custody

Two people shot at Raleigh apartment complex in the hospital, police say

Attorney General Jeff Jackson spoke exclusively with WRAL about his and Roy Cooper's plans for the 2026 US Senate race.

As Roy Cooper ramps up profile, Jeff Jackson makes US Senate decision in North Carolina

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Raleigh police have arrested and charged Jonathan Daniel Lee, 29, with murder in connection with the death of 24-year-old William Hala.

Raleigh man arrested, charged with murder after apparent assault off New Bern Avenue

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CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) â âTiger Kingâ star Bhagavan âDocâ Antle is going to prison â but not for as long as prosecutors wanted â after admitting he broke federal law buying endangered animals to keep at his zoo in South Carolina.

Latest 'Tiger King' twist finds 'Doc' Antle sentenced to 1 year in prison for animal trafficking

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A Harnett County home sustained damage when a tree fell on its roof Tuesday as storms moved through central North Carolina.

Tree crashes through Harnett County home during thunderstorm, no injuries

A tree fell on a home in Bunnlevel.

The pilot of a plane that crashed Monday in Sanford reported engine trouble along with a loss of communication and navigation equipment, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. A family of four people died in the plane crash.

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Fatal plane crash in Lee County

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MondelÄz Global LLC has issued a voluntary recall of select RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to potential mislabeling, posing a serious risk to consumers with peanut allergies.


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Parts of central North Carolina had several inches of water due to flooding from Tropical Depression Chantal.

Travelers at some airports, including LaGuardia in New York City, may no longer need to undergo one of the most loathed requirements of security screening. For the first time in nearly 20 years, the Transportation Security Administration is letting people keep their shoes on.

TSA to let travelers keep their shoes on, ending hated rule

TSA to Let Travelers Keep Their Shoes On, Ending Hated Rule

People in Chapel Hill and Durham were able to use Hurricane Fran as a baseline to compare what they just saw with Tropical Storm Chantal.

Ask the Meteorologist: How were Chantal, Fran similar and different from one another?

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The Amazon Prime Day event is LIVE NOW through July 11 with excellent deals! Read on for a growing list of top buys. 

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The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has a life-saving message: "Turn Around, Don't Drown." This slogan is especially important during and after a tropical storm or hurricane.

Turn around, don't drown: Driving through floodwaters could have deadly consequences

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Two people drowned at Bertie Beach, Bertie County sheriff says

Eastgate Crossing retailers pick up the pieces after destructive flooding

Two fox attacks in Southern Pines, one tests positive for rabies

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Nation/World

Stocks edge higher on Wall Street as trade talks press ahead

X CEO Linda Yaccarino resigns after two years at the helm of Elon Musk's social media platform

AI kingpin Nvidia crowned as first public company with a $4 trillion valuation

European court finds Russia committed violations in Ukraine and was behind downing Flight MH17

A pop-up event featuring the hit Netflix show "Gabby's Dollhouse" is planned in August in Raleigh.


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Another 750 financial services jobs planned for North Carolina, officials say

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Chapel Hill condo complex devastated again by flooding, this time from Chantal

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions about airplane safety, FAA salaries and recent social media posts from Sen. Ted Budd.

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Nearly 9 inches of rain fell in Chapel Hill and close to a foot in Chatham County. Experts say climate change is fueling higher rainfall intensity.

Rainfall intesity up 21% in the Triangle, data says

WRAL Investigates went through state records for boarding facilities and found some troubling violations. It's a reminder to do your due diligence before selecting a facility.

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Sunday's flooding in Chapel Hill left many residents, particularly at the Camelot Village condominium complex, with devastating losses and a renewed sense of frustration.

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Camelot Village resident Vanessa Byrd said she had to crawl out of a bedroom window to escape flooding on Sunday.

Nearly 9 inches of rain fell in Chapel Hill and close to 1 foot in Chatham County. Experts say climate change is fueling higher rainfall intensity.

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A bill in the state legislature would create a special license plate that would provide funding for the Turtle Rescue Team at NC State. But for years, the idea's gotten bogged down in the state Senate.

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One year later: WRAL revisits case of Fayetteville mother accused of murdering adoptive children

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