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Pop-up storms have filled in across the area and a severe thunderstorm watch is in effect through midnight. The heat index reached 111 degrees earlier on Wednesday as a dangerous heat wave continued.

WRAL Weather Alert Days: Sweltering heat continues, storm and flood warnings underway

I'm meteorologist Campbell storms are firing up. We've had several severe thunderstorm warnings, even downbursts within these storms producing damaging wind gusts. Another concern for us will be the heavy rain and flooding. We'll have live coverage throughout the afternoon and evening on WEL News and WRL News. So be sure to tune in for live updates. to let you know about a new flood advisory. This includes Raleigh and parts of Wake County as well as Clayton and Johnston County until 6:15. Up to 2 inches of rain has already fallen, but potentially more on the way as the scattered storms moved through a severe thunderstorm watch has been issued. This goes until midnight tonight, and today is not our only chance for. Severe weather tomorrow we'll have a chance for storms level one threat for severe weather and Friday, another level 1 threat for severe storms. This evening's about a 50% chance, about 50/50 coverage of storms versus dry areas on the radar. We will see this activity back off though after midnight. Don't forget tune into WREL news for our live coverage.

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Majority of the viewing area is under a sever thunderstorm watch until midnight.

Dead in the water: North Carolina House won't move forward with proposed shrimp trawl ban

Hundreds of fishermen protest proposed ban on shrimp trawling in Pamlico Sound

Raleigh Sheetz shooting: Shots fired at vehicle in parking lot

Shooting at Raleigh Sheetz 

Harris Teeter to close Raleigh store in July

Harris Teeter

Cancer at 21: Hope Reynolds went from athlete to patient to survivor

Hope Reynolds 

Former Cumberland County principal dies during charity bike ride

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Multiple injuries reported in head-on crash with dump truck on Creedmoor Road

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Since 1887, only four mornings have had a low of 80Â°. Wednesday might've been the fifth.

Wednesday's low temperature *might* have been Triangle's warmest on record

Warmest morning lows on record in the Triangle since 1887

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson said he's sending a Civil Investigative Demand to the company because he doesn't have answers to basic questions about what happened.

Attorney General sends demand for answers to PowerSchool over hack affecting NC students, teachers

A file photo of the PowerSchool Mobile app.

Three people died in a house fire near Garner on Tuesday morning. Multiple agenices, including the SBI, Wake County Sheriff's Office and state fire marshal are investigating the circumstances.

3 dead, including two teens, in Wake County house fire, SBI part of investigation

House fire in Wake County

WRAL News spoke to Dr. Zack Moore, an epidemiologist for the state, to learn about how prepared the state is for a measles outbreak.


Q&A: What to know about the measles outbreak, and how to protect yourself in NC

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The Wake County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left a man seriously hurt late Tuesday night on Hodge Road near Wendell.


Man shot in neighborhood near Wendell, home hit by gunfire

Man shot near in neighborhood near Wendell, no arrests yet

75% of triple digit days in the last decade have not produced severe weather. Those that have usually bring damaging wind gusts.

Ask the Meteorologist: How often do severe storms happen when it's 100 degrees out?

Ask the Meteorologist: How often do triple digit days coincide with severe thunderstorms?

The weekend seemed perfect for a summer excursion on the azure waters of Lake Tahoe. Josh Pickles, a DoorDash executive, took several family members and friends on his boat to celebrate his mother's 71st birthday. His wife, Jordan Sugar-Carlsgaard, stayed home to care for their infant daughter.

How a birthday boat ride on Lake Tahoe turned tragic

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The school system passed on a recommended policy a year ago. But now they're suggesting the school board adopt one, as the district continues to embrace some use of generative artificial intelligence.

Wake school board favors AI, debating guardrails in first generative AI policy

How AI will be used in NC classrooms for the 2024-25 school year

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.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Itâs not the heat, itâs the humidity

DRAUGHON DRAWS: It's not the heat, it's the humidity

The top two picks are expected to be Duke's Cooper Flagg and Rutgers' Dylan Harper. Kon Knueppel and Khaman Maluach are also expected to be first-round picks.

NBA Mock Draft: Duke's Cooper Flagg likely to go No. 1. What about Kon Knueppel & Khaman Maluach?

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Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



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

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

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

This weekend is filled with events including BrickUniverse, a Rocket League Championship and the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.


Weekend best bets: BrickUniverse, Raleigh food truck rodeo

Golden Gate Bridge at BrickUniverse

Looking for a list of the best indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks in the Raleigh area? Here's a list of more than 30 popular spots.



30+ trampoline parks and indoor playgrounds in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Clayton

Raleigh indoor playgrounds trampoline parks

It's hard to find bad ice cream -- but when it's good, it's so good! We have a list of more than 10 great ice cream options in the area.


Where to find the best ice cream in North Carolina

Try a new ice cream parlour

Splashpads and swimming pools in North Carolina across the area will open around Memorial Day. Check out our list of public pools across central North Carolina.



Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

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If you still haven't booked a flight for later this summer or fall, you may have been smart by waiting. Airfares have started coming down, due to dropping demand this year.

Airfare prices, demand fall with conflicts surfacing across the globe

Duffy Blamed Biden for Air Traffic Woes. Itâs a Decades-Old Problem.

'Dog library' brings pups of all kinds to the beach

Pups go crazy for 'dog library' 

Pet of the Day for June 25, 2025

Grocery store closures create food deserts in Western North Carolina after Helene

Empty grocery store, food deserts after Helene

President Donald Trump joins NATO Summit, agrees to hike in defense spending

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Thousands in revenue for field parties raise concerns about underage drinking, agritourism, and safety

Thousand$$$ in Revenue for Field Parties | Underage drinking, Agritourism, 911 calls reveal CHAOS

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NC's first measles case in 2025 reported in Forsyth, Guilford counties

Construction software company plans new Raleigh hub with 291 high-paying jobs

Car hits guardrail on Hodge Road near Knightdale

How climate change made Raleigh's record-breaking heat far more likely

Trump grapples for upper hand in debate over damage caused by U.S. strikes on Iran

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Mississippi is set to execute the state's longest-serving death row inmate

Doctors and moms say these babies in Gaza may die without more formula. They blame Israel's blockade

Trump says US and Iranian officials will talk next week as ceasefire holds

Kennedy's new vaccine panel alarms pediatricians with inquiries into long-settled questions

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NC House rejects Senate-backed Helene relief bill. Now millions of dollars are on hold 

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Los Angeles tech company bringing 291 high-paying jobs to Raleigh

NC lawmakers pass bill expanding, clarifying state auditor's ability to probe groups receiving public funds

Court rules in legal battle between NC legislature, Gov. Josh Stein over state powers

NC Senate passes bill targeting gender, public school discussions

The price of a Wake school meal is going up again, following board vote

Education

Wake school board gets update on HVAC, possible changes after year of more school closures

Durham native begins med school journey on a mission to serve hometown

Backed by community, Durham native heads to med school to further serve hometown

Trump Says He Wants to Fund More Trade Schools. Just Not These.

Expired pool permits: WRAL investigation spurs Wake County to inspect pools

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3 NC lieutenant governors, a historic house, and a case of missing furniture

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

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

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

How NIL money is reshaping the NBA draft: Fewer early entrants, more college stars staying put

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Northwood basketball coach Matt Brown saw the NBA in Drake Powell's future

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers is 'pretty sure' the 2025 season will be his last in the NFL

Grant Hill joining NBC Sports' NBA coverage team

Kinston WR Tyreek Copper joins 'Next Up' to discuss NC State commitment

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Three Hough football players announce their college decisions

Pine Lake Prep's Sadie Peterson wins NC Gatorade Girls Soccer Player of the Year

Le'Ezra Brown repeats as NC Gatorade Boys Track & Field Athlete of the Year

Seven N.C. boys basketball prospects make 247Sports' top 125 for the class of 2027

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, is now facing two misdemeanor charges for selling alcohol without a permit. An arrest warrant states the new charges stem from a party held Saturday at his property. It adds to the charges he already faces from a May 2 event held at his property.

Orange County farm owner facing new charges for another party

Orange County farm owner accused of hosting another party, charged with illegally selling alcohol

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

Hundreds of supporters of North Carolina's shrimp industry, many from coastal counties, descended on the state legislature to protest a proposed ban on shrimp trawling in the state's inland waters.

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions about taxes and flooding.

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about taxes and flooding

WRAL Investigates why 175 pools in Wake County were listed as unpermitted. That included the Umstead Spa and a Safesplash Swim School. Days later, the county said both were permitted. Turns out, they were only inspected after we asked. Records show it happened the day after we inquired.

WRAL uncovers Wake County public pools operating without inspections

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.

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

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

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Hidden hazard: Toxic gas seeps from NC medical warehouses

Warehouses in North Carolina storing products treated with a toxic gas

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

How Raleigh police officer handled searches compromised cases, report shows

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Creditors to gain control of Wolfspeed under bankruptcy plan, company says

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

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Bumble says it will cut 240 jobs, or about 30% of its global workforce

Raleigh's Crabtree Mall sold for $290 million to California-based developer

A grocery store staple is getting a makeover

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