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Storms are isolated Saturday but more scattered Sunday, leading to a localized flood risk.

Intense heat, scattered storms each day this weekend

I meet the urologist Chris Michaels in the WREL Severe Weather Center, keeping an eye on some lake levels here. Car Lake, Haiko Lake, Falls Lake, and Jordan Lake. And the green is what the levels were prior to Chantal. The yellow is where they've been measured today, according to the USGS and you can see that a lot of our lakes are still running higher than normal. It's one of those days where you might like to go to the lake. But the pool might be the better idea there. High temperatures are mostly going to be between 91 and 96 and the heat index peaking between about 100 and 105. Chance for showers and storms is going to be relatively low during the afternoon, maybe slightly higher as you head into the evening, about a 30 to 40% chance. Better chance of showers and storms on the way by Sunday afternoon.

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Suspects flee on foot after crashing car into Raleigh storefront, police say

Photos of car crashed into Raleigh store

Triangle residents endure heatwave in long DMV lines despite promised improvements

DMV long wait lines, DMV Avent Ferry in Raleigh

Zebulon man charged on felony indecent liberties crimes, released on $150K bond

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Kate, Princess of Wales, presents winner's trophy to Iga Swiatek after women's final at Wimbledon

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Weekend best bets: Tyler, The Creator in Raleigh, plus festivals and more fun

Tyler, The Creator world tour

Lanes reopened after crash involving motorcycle and several cars blocks I-40 East in Durham

I-40 motorcycle crash, July 12, 2025

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Two days after catastrophic floods roared through Central Texas, the Federal Emergency Management Agency did not answer nearly two-thirds of calls to its disaster assistance line, according to documents reviewed by The New York Times.

FEMA didn't answer thousands of calls from flood survivors, documents show

Camp Mystic Cabins Stood in Zone Known for Flood Risks

Garner native and country music star Scotty McCreery mourns the loss of both of his grandmothers, who passed away on the same day, as revealed in a heartfelt Facebook post.


Scotty McCreery mourns after losing both grandmothers on the same day

The Anson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a report of a customer experiencing numbness in their mouth after eating Bojangles food.


NC customer says mouth went numb after eating Bojangles food, police investigating

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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) â A resident of northern Arizona has died from pneumonic plague, health officials said Friday.

Northern Arizona resident dies from pneumonic plague, the first death since 2007

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The town of Hillsborough is actively working to restore full water and sewer services after flash flooding from Tropical Depression Chantal caused widespread damage, including raw sewage spilling into the Eno River and contaminating the town's drinking water supply.


Water service in Hillsborough restored, boil water notice lifted after unprecedented flooding

Repairs are underway at Hillsborough's wastewater treatment plant.

The Chatham County Sheriff's Office has identified Daniel Garcia Garcia, 25, and Manuel Mauro Sifuentes Soto, 36, both of Durham, as the two men who died on Jordan Lake.


Identities released for 2 Durham men who died at Jordan Lake

Search for boaters at Jordan Lake

A routine trip to a prayer service on Monday morning became a fight to survive after Tropical Depression Chantal's rapid floodwaters overtook her car.

'Oh, it's bad': Orange County woman recounts terrifying escape from Chantal floodwaters

The flooded car of Kamalini Darling at Ben Johnston Road in Orange County

Scientists blame unusually warm oceans, not cloud seeding, for Texas and North Carolina floods. Yet state lawmakers seek to ban geoengineering, though no such projects exist in North Carolina.


Did geoengineering cause floods in Texas and NC?

Map of sea surface temperatures

Joshua Eugene Cole was in court Friday, facing several new charges for stolen property, related to items police say they seized during a search of his home last month.

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

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A judge sentenced Joshua Stewart to 33-38 years in prison for his role in the February 2022 Clayton shootings that killed Alex Shirley and left Sophie Hagy paralyzed.

'Shattered beyond recognition': Families speak as gunman sentenced

Alex Shirley and Sophie Hagy

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There's plenty of great surfing in North Carolina, thanks to the state's unique geography.

Best spots for surfing in North Carolina

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Plan ahead with simple steps to protect your home and your family, and you won't get flooded with worry the next time a hurricane is headed for the Carolina coast.

NC hurricane season: What to do when a hurricane is coming

Hurricane damage at Holden Beach

The 15th annual Hopscotch Music Festival will be held Sept. 4-6 in downtown Raleigh.


My Morning Jacket, Earl Sweatshirt among Hopscotch headliners

Hopscotch Music Fest 2025 lineup

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest on new restaurants opening in the Triangle including a new Asian-Mexican fusion spot near Crabtree Valley Mall.


Foodie News: New Asian-Mexican fusion spot near Crabtree, Peruvian restaurant in downtown Raleigh

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The WRAL Weather app was updated in May 2025. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. 


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John Matarese explains surveillance pricing, so you don't waste your money.

Stores profiling customers using surveillance pricing 

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WRAL's Dan Haggerty goes On The Record to talk about the recent flooding and the impacts not only on the Triangle, but also nationwide. He talks to a photojournalist covering the disasters in Texas and local professionals about what people can do to protect their homes. He also breaks down a few things viewers can do right now to keep yourselves better informed for any future flooding.

On The Record: State and nationwide floodings spark questions of how it all started, what to know if it happens again

On The Record

Prison mothers in South Carolina record stories for kids to stay connected

Prison mothers in South Carolina record stories for their kids

Double bundle: Twin moms from Indiana give birth to baby boys one day apart

Twin moms give birth one day apart in Indiana

9-year-old Minnesota boy survives an arrow through his brain

Minnesota 9-year-old survives arrow through his brain

Massachusetts burglar steals $115K in PokÃ©mon collectibles heist

Masschusetts burglar steals $115K in PokÃ©mon collectibles

Seattle woman charged with robbing eight banks

Washington woman charged with robbing 8 banks

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Car fire in Cary damages home, investigation underway for cause

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Police searching for 18-year-old accused of killing man, injuring teen in June

Local support rallies for flood victims: Resources, donation sites in the Triangle

Durham flooding: Those impacted by Chantal ask for accountability from city, county

Tree falls, crushes Tesla in north Raleigh neighborhood

Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin Aug. 1, rattling major US trading partners

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FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Russia warns US, South Korea and Japan against forming security alliance targeting North Korea

59 Palestinians in Gaza are killed by Israeli airstrikes or shot dead while seeking aid

Fuel to Air India plane was cut off moments before crash, investigation report says

The North Carolina Zoo is raising its admission prices for the first time in a decade.


NC Zoo raises admission prices

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

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These are the best educational family activities in the Triangle 

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Triangle area breweries, bottle shops that are kid-friendly

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

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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 Trump at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz about immigration, One Big Beautiful Bill

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

How they voted: recent NC congressional votes

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Enbridge Gas seeking double-digit rate increase this fall

Enbridge Gas proposes 12.37% rate increase for NC residents

North Carolina regains top spot on CNBC's list of best states to do business

New NC children's hospital projected to bring 8,000 jobs to western Wake

Raleigh's RapidScale, Wake Tech and Durham Bulls team up to boost tech careers for local students

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George Mason University faces investigation in Trump administration's anti-DEI crackdown

Wake schools issues another 90-day hiring freeze in response to Trump admin federal funding pause

Former Rocky Mount police chief takes job leading NC A&T University Police Department

More than $17M on hold for NC adult literacy programs, pending Trump admin review

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

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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

NC man's homeowners insurance soars 41% in one year due to 'consent to rate' clause

The 'Wade stat': How NC State uses analytics to revamp its men's basketball roster

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Bulls walk it off on Murray homer, beat Nashville 5-4 

Flagg scores 10 points in 87-85 win over Lakers in NBA summer league debut

Novak Djokovic says he definitely plans to play at Wimbledon at least one more time

From Wolfpack to Warrior: Former NC State receiver TJ Graham takes head coaching job at St. David's

Tennessee receives commitment from East Forsyth lineman J.B. Shabazz

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Hough 4-star cornerback Samari Matthews chooses Texas

Independence defensive back Nick Reddish commits to Notre Dame

The 2025 HighSchoolOT All-State Girls Soccer Team

Five Rules Changes Approved For 2026 High School Girls Lacrosse Season

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

The WRAL documentary, "Diagnosis: Young," highlights personal stories, including that of Bianca Harvey, a cancer patient who found community and purpose by sharing her journey to encourage self-advocacy and early diagnosis.

Young, online and battling cancer: Woman finds strength through social media

Young, online and battling cancer: 

As many plan their summer trips, experts warn "hotel room hoarders" of some things you are allowed to take with you ad some things you should never take home.

Don't Waste Your Money: Things you should never take from hotels

Shoppers in the Triangle area might be paying more than they should for sale items, as a recent investigation by WRAL's 5 On Your Side uncovered instances of grocery stores charging full price for advertised discounts.


5 On Your Side testing finds pricing errors at Triangle grocery stores

Free E. coli test kits are available Thursday through Saturday in Alamance, Orange and Chatham counties as Chantal flooding and new storms threaten private wells serving a quarter of North Carolinians.

Free well-water kits offered as floods threaten drinking supplies

Young, online and battling cancer: Bianca Harvey finds strength through social media

Bianca Harvey was diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 34.

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5 on Your Side: Navigating the post-flood insurance maze

Insurance checklist if your home is hit by flooding

5 On Your Side: How to shop smart with ongoing tariff uncertainty 

Durham and Orange counties face severe flooding: Tips to save money and protect homes

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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

Iranian hackers targeting specific industries for cyber attacks as conflict escalates

Investigations

CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NC'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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Ford recalls over 850,000 cars in the US due to potential fuel pump failure

The return of the Snack Wrap marks the latest major menu change at McDonald's

Walmart recalls 850,000 Ozark Trail water bottles due to injury risk, 2 people suffer vision loss

Snap, crackle, sale: Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy WK Kellogg for $3 billion

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'Above and Beyond:' New high-flying exhibit debuts at Greensboro Science Center

Blue Whales highlight new exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

Gabby's Dollhouse MEOWseum is coming to Raleigh

Shine bright! Adorable babies in the NICU dress up for Fourth of July

Target Circle Week ENDS TODAY: 10% off Target gift cards on July 12, Beach towels only $3, kids clothing starts at $2.80

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