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Saturday and Sunday's high temperatures are expected to be in the mid 80s.

Summer gradually makes a comeback in the week ahead; highs in the 80s and 90s

I'm meteorologist Chris Michaels. Welcome to the weekend, where it is going to be warmer than the past few days. Still not average in terms of high temperatures, but today, most of us 81 to 86 degrees. As we head into Sunday, maybe a degree or two warmer, highs about 82 to 87. Storm chances for Saturday, they're pretty minimal. I could see some late afternoon into the evening in the sandhills. And then by Sunday, a slightly higher chance at about 30%, and that would be an area south of I-40 during the afternoon and evening hours. As we head into the week ahead, you're going to see more heat coming back into the mix thanks to a breeze out of the southwest. It also means more humidity and it's going to lead to the daily chance for showers and storms as well. That's as we head toward Thursday and Friday.

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Body found in Florida pond near missing Fuquay-Varina teen's last phone ping

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Two injured in Raleigh nightclub shooting, no suspect identified, no threat to public

Dayside photo of Patio Nightclub shooting

Panthers lose preseason opener, Browns QB Shedeur Sanders tosses 2 TD passes

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2 people dead in Cary apartment shooting, police say

Cary police responded Friday to a shooting at the Tryon Village Apartments.

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About a million North Carolinians who rely on ACA coverage are in for a double-whammy next year. Insurers who offer plans are asking for steep increases, and those will come on top of the end of federal subsidies that have made ACA plans more affordable for many. 

Affordable Care Act rates set to skyrocket in NC

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NEW YORK (AP) -- Three people were wounded during a shooting at New York City's iconic Times Square, the New York Police Department said Saturday.

3 wounded in New York City's Times Square shooting

In an Uncertain Economy, McDonaldâs Sees Spending Decline

The State Highway Patrol said one man is dead following a crash that occurred Friday night on Barber Mill Road near Vinson Farm Lane in Johnston County.

One man dead after crash closes part of Barber Mill Road in Johnston County

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Kinston police have released a report justifying their use of force during the July 13 arrest of 18-year-old Cameron Williams, which went viral on social media. 

Kinston police justify use of force in July viral arrest

Kinston police investigating use of force against 18-year-old

ATLANTA (AP) â A man opened fire outside the headquarters of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta on Friday, leaving bullet marks in windows across the sprawling campus and killing a police officer before he was found dead in a nearby building, authorities said.

Suspected gunman and police officer dead in shooting near the CDC and Emory University, police say

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Lions cornerback Morice Norris Jr. was taken off the playing field in an ambulance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The two teams agreed to suspend the rest of the NFL preseason game.

Lions CB Morice Norris taken off in ambulance: Preseason game vs. Falcons suspended

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Elizabeth Simpers, the former president of the Wake Forest Chamber, faces four charges of embezzlement related to her role with the chamber, police said.


Former Wake Forest Chamber president charged with embezzlement faced similar allegations before

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A Wake County Superior Court judge has ruled Raleigh's nightlife permit and fee ordinance "illegal and unenforceable."

Raleigh nightlife permit ordinance ruled 'illegal and unenforceable'

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump said he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin next Friday in Alaska to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, a potential breakthrough after weeks of expressing frustration that more was not being done to quell the fighting.

Trump says he will meet Putin next Friday in Alaska to discuss ending the Ukraine war

Whether Trump or Harris, Pessimism Reigns in Russia Over U.S. Election Winner

As North Carolina's lawmakers consider ban on shrimp trawling in inshore waters, the livelihoods of Outer Banks shrimpers and restaurateurs like Vicki Basnight hang in the balance.


On the Outer Banks, a shrimp ban would rewrite menus -- and livelihoods

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Each summer, WRAL, NBC and your local animal shelters partner for a nationwide pet adoption drive that helps find loving homes for animals in need. More than 703,048 pets have found their forever homes since 2015.

Clear the Shelters: WRAL, NBC and local animal shelters pet adoption month

Clear the shelters: SPCA of Wake County waives adoption fees, open until midnight

The North Carolina State Fair will soon open its doors, and discounted advance tickets to the 157th edition of the fair are now on sale.

Discounted advance tickets on sale for 2025 North Carolina State Fair

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Proper research and preparation can help create a smooth transition from the shelter to the home.

Pet adoption 101: What to do before, during and after a shelter visit

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North Carolina law requires specific vaccines for children entering kindergarten, 7th grade and 12th grade.


Wake County Public Health offers back-to-school vaccine clinics

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Adopting a pet goes well beyond wagging tales to a full-time responsibility. Before you bring home a new member of the family, consider these questions from the SPCA of Wake County.

Questions to consider before you bring home a pet

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Avance Care will host a morning of fun and free activities to help support children's minds and routines before school starts. The event runs from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 9, at A.E. Finley YMCA, 9216 Bailey Road in Raleigh.


Anxiety, ADHD and more: Free sessions in Raleigh to help families get back-to-school ready

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Artificial intelligence forced deputies in Rankin County, Mississippi into action this week over what turned out to be a fake hostage situation. 

Deputies receive AI-generated hostage call

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Texas floods unveil rare fossilized dinosaur tracks

TX FLOOD UNVEILS DINO TRACKS

'Mother's worst nightmare': Concerns grow about Instagram's new location sharing feature

INSTAGRAM LOCATION SHARING CONCERNS

Organization holds funds from families of girls hurt in Charlotte car crash

NC: LEMONADE STAND CRASH FUNDRAISER CONTROVERSY

Climate change drives increase in Lyme disease cases

CLIMATE CHANGE DRIVES INCREASE IN LYME DISEASE CASES

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Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders throws 2 TD passes in first half of NFL preseason debut vs Panthers

Teen pleads guilty to manslaughter for shooting Raleigh middle schooler

4-year-old, 11-year-old safe after carjacking on New Bern Avenue; suspects arrested, police say

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IRS begins sharing sensitive taxpayer data with immigration authorities to find undocumented migrants

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The Triangle offers some of the best local live experiences you can think of, and some of the best are free to attend.


Best places, ongoing series to find free live music in the Triangle

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Ice cream deficit? Trump administration says Biden oversaw trade imbalance

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ACA costs primed to spike in 2026, impacting roughly 1 million in NC

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NC Republican Nilsson suspends campaign for U.S. Senate, citing Trump endorsement of Whatley

Bernie Sanders to visit North Carolina as part of 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour

Taxes from sports betting in North Carolina hit monthly low in July

NC elections board settles voter ID lawsuit, extends deadline for 2025 early voting plans

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'Changing the stereotype': Nonprofit holds 5th annual Back-To-School drive

State lawmakers want tax credit to help more students afford private school

Federal tax program targeting private schools at center of NC power struggle

State Board of Education OK's superintendent's 'best in the nation' plan

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WRAL Investigates tracks down CFO of Durham-based nonprofit accused of not paying employees

NC Courage say Nahas fired for performance and culture issues and lack of fit

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'We are all in': NC State AD says department is meeting $20.5M revenue-sharing limit

Patriots unveil statue of Tom Brady, QB who led them to 6 Super Bowl wins, before exhibition opener

MLB Home Run Derby X returns to Durham Bulls Athletic Park 

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Eric Griffith died in 2021 at the Harnett County jail. A judge says the staff lacked training and failed to provide proper care. Sheriff Wayne Coats and three detention officers are defendants in the lawsuit.

Inmate death lawsuit against sheriff, 3 detention officers can move forward

Federal judge allows lawsuit against Harnett County sheriff over inmate's death

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Cuts to Medicaid and other safety-net services could be coming soon because of budget cuts in the stopgap spending measure state lawmakers passed last week.

NC Medicaid cuts likely due to budget shortfall

Durham police are investigating claims against the nonprofit CJF America, accused of failing to pay its employees, with some reportedly owed thousands. Despite a statement from the nonprofit citing internal payment issues, many workers remain unpaid. 

Multiple employees of Durham-based nonprofit still unpaid

Leaders say the plan is focused on what the superintendent has the power to do. The State Board of Education will vote Thursday on whether to approve the plan.

Better curriculum, fundraising in NC headline superintendent's latest draft strategic plan

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Cumberland County elections officials failed to reach an agreement on where to host early voting sites. Now the state will decide.

Cumberland County election officials fail to agree on early voting plan

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Durham-based nonprofit CFO responds to claim of not paying employees

Employees claim they are owed thousands by Durham nonprofit

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