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Sunday will only be in the 70s. Then, the humidity drops off heading into Monday morning.

False fall returns: Sunday will be 15 to 20 degrees lower than Saturday; humidity drops later

<p>Meteorologist Grant scanner here in the weather center was cooler for our Sunday, much cooler, and we had some stubborn cloud cover with some drizzle out there. Some reflight showers are possible through tonight, but otherwise staying very comfortable throughout the rest of this week, and mostly dry, with just some high clouds by the middle of this week. So rain chances between 20 and 30% for the rest of tonight. Just some isolated showers, the best chance for those to the south and east, closer to that front, like down towards the sand hills. By Monday morning, heading off to the bus, 60 degrees, so a cool start and pleasant by the afternoon. Temperatures sitting in the mid to upper 70s across our area, 77 in Raleigh, 76 South Hills, 78 in Clinton, 77 degrees in Southern Pines. The next 5 days, staying comfortable in the 70s and 80s, 77 on Monday and Tuesday, up to 80 by Wednesday in the low, and sunspots in the mid 80s by Friday, but again, just very, very comfortable and uh just a bit warm, warmer by the end of this week. So the next weather maker is a front that'll be stalled offshore, could bring some high clouds to our area, but little to no rain is expected throughout this week. Some isolated showers and storms are possible at the coastline, but that's the extent of those rain chances. It'll stay very dry throughout this week. Look at the rain chances. Out of the picture, cool mornings in the 50s and 60s, daytime highs, sitting in the upper 70s and low 80s for most throughout this week, so it'll be feeling very comfortable. Out there, get some high clouds moving by the middle of this week, but no overwhelming cloud cover throughout the week. In fact, by Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, mostly clear skies, temperatures in the low 80s, very, very nice to end the week, so enjoy the comfortable conditions throughout this week and rain chances will stay mostly out of the picture.</p>

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Crabtree Valley Mall's $60M makeover forces local businesses out before crucial holiday season

North Carolina coach Bill Belichick says Patriots' staff not welcome at UNC facilities

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The Moon will move through Earth's shadow on Sunday, but it won't be visible from Raleigh or anywhere else in North America.



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A North Carolina family claims their child's day care didn't call 911 when the boy was bit by a copperhead on the playground.


Copperhead snake bites child at day care, family says 911 never called

Child bit by copperhead snake at North Carolina day care

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) â Powerball players in Missouri and Texas won the nearly $1.8 billion jackpot on Saturday, overcoming astronomical odds to end the lottery gameâs three-month drought without a big winner.

Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split nearly $1.8 billion jackpot

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WCNC reports CATS has released surveillance video of the deadly stabbing that took the life of a 23-year-old woman on the light rail in Charlotte last month.


CATS releases surveillance video of deadly Charlotte light rail stabbing

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State Superintendent Mo Green plans to form a task force to study revising how school performance is calculated, part of a strategic plan approved by the State Board of Education.

NC education leaders want to change how schools are graded. What analysts say is needed

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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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As the crisp air of autumn settles in, North Carolina comes alive with a vibrant array of fall festivals. From Wake to Wilson County, discover the best seasonal events.

Best North Carolina fall festivals

Tesla's board Friday proposed a pay package that could make CEO Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire as long as he meets a series of very ambitious corporate goals.

Elon Musk could become first trillionaire under new Tesla pay plan

Elon Musk Could Become First Trillionaire Under New Tesla Pay Plan

Three people were displaced from their Garner home of over 50 years after a fire severely damaged it Saturday morning.


'I feel so numb': Fire displaces family from Garner home of over 50 years, cause undetermined

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(CNN) -- Chances are very good that if someone wins Saturday's promised Powerball prize of $1.8 billion, they will cash in their ticket. But it's not certain.

This is why you MUST check your Powerball ticket, even if you know you didn't win the $1.8 billion jackpot

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Parents can save money while stocking up on children's clothing, baby items and toys at the Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale this weekend.


Shop and save: Kids EveryWEAR Consignment Sale is open this weekend

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A new study finds PFAS filters can also remove other cancer-linked chemicals, offering wider health benefits for drinking water systems.

PFAS filters could also cut other cancer-linked chemicals, study finds

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The lights are off, the house is quiet and nothing seems to be running. But electricity is silently flowing through the plugs in your home. This hidden drain is known as phantom energy.

This hidden electricity drain can have a massive impact

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A new NBC News Decision Desk poll reveals Americans' biggest concern and the latest approval rating for President Donald Trump.


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NC nonprofit accused of not paying employees faces accusations in Siler City

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