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Storm chances are lower the next two-to-three days, allowing temperatures to keep rising.

Storms turn more-hit-and-miss as heat intensifies

<p>I'm meteorologist Amy Wyth in the WREL Severe Weather Center. We still have plenty of moisture in place over central North Carolina. Some of that moisture coming in from the Gulf, some of that moisture coming in from the Atlantic. So hit and miss showers and storms remain possible today, tomorrow, and really for the next 7 days. Overall, rain chances are fairly low for today and tomorrow, so just some spotty showers and storms that could produce some heavy rain. By Friday and Saturday, it's a 40% chance for storm. It's a 50 to 40% chance Sunday, Monday and Tuesday as well. So again, storm chances will continue. The other thing that we need to talk about is the heat and how temperatures will climb in the coming days. With a high of 91 today, the heat index 100 to 104, 94 for the high temperature Thursday. The heat index could go over 105, so we could have a heat advisory. Same thing for Friday. We'll have a high of 96 with the heat index well into the triple digits.</p>

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Above average temperatures likely for much of the U.S. over the next 6-10 days

Chase through Wake County ends in crash in Johnston County, State Highway Patrol investigating

Chase through Wake County ends with Clayton crash

Hundreds without power in Durham, traffic lights out at busy NC 55 intersection

12-year-old boy shot in the back in Kinston, police say

Teen arrested for shooting, killing 14-year-old boy in Sanford

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More suspects arrested in connection to three unrelated shootings in Rocky Mount, two people killed

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Federal funds will help expand, revamp key roadway to accommodate RDU growth

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Charlotte FC will host the Major League Soccer All-Star Game in 2026 at Bank of America Stadium, marking the first time the club has hosted the event.

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

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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. 

With a 38-year career that began at the former Raleigh Times, Draughon has also contributed to The Scranton Times-Tribune, The Durham News, The Fayetteville Observer and The (N.C.) Insider. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the 1993 Fischetti Award for Distinguished Achievement in editorial cartoons and the 1999 Golden Spike Award from the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists. More recently, he received Editor & Publisher Magazine's EPPY Award for best editorial/political cartoons, recognizing his impact in the digital news landscape. 

Through his work, Draughon continues to provide insightful and thought-provoking illustrations that enrich WRAL's Opinion section and engage readers across North Carolina.

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WCNC Charlotte reports a man is accused of biting an officer while the officer was arresting him for allegedly stealing groceries from a west Charlotte Walmart on July 12.


Man allegedly bit officer during arrest in Walmart parking lot

A former employee of a senior living facility in Davie County has pleaded guilty to felony charges after being accused of taking and distributing inappropriate photos of patients.


Former Davie County senior facility worker pleads guilty to felony peeping charges in photo scandal

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LOS ANGELES (AP) -- An "American Idol" music supervisor and her husband were both found dead in their Los Angeles home Monday afternoon.

'American Idol' music supervisor and husband both found dead at LA home

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The comments came in a letter sent by all of the state's Republican congressmen to Gov. Josh Stein, a Democrat, who had urged the state's congressional delegation to reject the bill.

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

Secret Service Chief Testifies on âFailedâ Response at Trump Rally

DENVER (AP) -- A dentist on trial for allegedly killing his wife by poisoning her protein shakes had fallen in love with another dentist, was in financial straits and had bought various poisons in the lead up to her death, prosecutors said in the trial's opening statements on Tuesday.

Financial problems and affairs led Colorado dentist to poison wife's protein shakes, prosecutors say

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A Wake County woman, Jane O'Connor, almost fell victim to a check fraud scheme when a check she wrote for $85 was chemically altered to $4,000 and deposited via mobile banking. This incident is part of a growing trend in Wake County, where several people have reported similar frauds.

Wake County woman warns of check fraud after $85 check altered to $4,000 via mobile banking

As the cost of living rises, many turn to secondhand shopping to save money. However, Consumer Reports and 5 On Your Side warn that not all thrifted items are safe, especially when it comes to baby and safety products.


5 On Your Side: Safety products to be wary of when buying secondhand or from third parties

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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

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National Ice Cream Day is on Sunday, July 20, 2025 and you can score sweet deals all week long!  

National Ice Cream Day 2025 deals

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Discover the best neighborhoods in Raleigh for families with our expert guide. Plan your move with insights into top areas.


Explore the best neighborhoods in Raleigh for families

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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

(CNN) -- YoCrunch yogurt products sold across the country are being recalled because of the potential presence of plastic pieces in the dome topper, Danone US said Monday.

YoCrunch yogurt products recalled over potential choking risk

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

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Federal judge vacates rule that would have removed medical bill debt from credit score

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Hillsborough town leaders meeting Wednesday to discuss costly Chantal recovery

Wet July: Residents concerned about more flooding after intense rain midway through month

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

Viral arrest video sparks debate on police force at tense Kinston City Council meeting Tuesday night

Trump to put tariffs of over 10% on smaller nations, including those in Africa and the Caribbean

Nation/World

20 killed in Gaza as crowd surges at aid site run by an Israeli-backed group

At least 15 injured in Russian attack targeting energy infrastructure in Ukraine

Federal grand jury indicts man accused of killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman

Judge nixes a Biden rule in order to keep medical debt on credit reports

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

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

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Economic uncertainty, tariffs cause ripple effects in NC economy

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Pace of inflation grew in June to 2.7% overall

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

Triangle-area districts will be top focus in 2026 midterms

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Wake County school leaders discuss possible federal funding cuts

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North Carolina, other states sue over Trump education funding cuts

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

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

North Carolina foster care: Broken but changing

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

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

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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.

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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

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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

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

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

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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

Apex man sues AT&T over catastrophic leg injury, raises alarm on unsecured utility boxes

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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

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

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

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