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Showers start out isolated Saturday, before gradually spreading northward later in the day into the evening

Rain chances increase throughout cool, cloudy Saturday

Our meteorologist Chris Michaels tracking this nor'easter for our weekend. Now the worst of the impacts definitely gonna be toward the coast and the Outer Banks. Here at home, we're looking at some periods of rain and locally some wind gusts, 20 to 30 MPH. Let's talk about the rain in terms of the timing, right? So, throughout the first half of the day, it's going to be pretty scattered, and then as we had really later in the day and into the night, that's when the rain starts to spread into the area. Then by Sunday, scattered into the morning and pretty hit and miss in the light through the rest of the day. Now, in terms of our rain totals, the highest are going to be toward the coast where you see 2 to 4 inches possible. But even here, heading into the overnight hours is when we expect most of the rain from west to east, there will be an increase in rain totals to areas like Fayetteville could see more than 1 inch, whereas areas like Durham and Chapel Hill may see less than that.

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Weekend Nor'Easter to bring periods of rain, wind gusts 

Caught on cam: Deer burst into Fuquay-Varina home

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Belichick checks on recruits while some high school coaches question whether his style is a turn off

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Saturday vigil, Tuesday ceremony planned to remember 3 killed in Fayetteville crash

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Double red flag: High surf, overwash, floating debris make for dangerous weekend on Outer Banks

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Woman waving a gun: Orange County road rage results in felony charge

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Police asked that anyone who can identify the person seen in the images call Sgt. Velazquez at 919-918-7413 or Chapel Hill-Carrboro Crime Stoppers at 919-942-7515.

Carrboro police ask for help to ID bikeway attack suspect

Carrboro bikeway attack suspect

Three collectible stores in the Triangle were targeted by a thief who stole thousands of dollars in PokÃ©mon cards. The robberies have store owners boosting security as they strive to protect their inventory from further hits.


Thousands of dollars worth of PokÃ©mon cards stolen from three local stores

Security footage from Crunch Time Sports & Collectibles

WASHINGTON â President Donald Trump said Friday that his administration had started a new round of federal layoffs, as he seized on the government shutdown to cull the civil workforce and pressure Democrats into accepting his fiscal demands.

Trump says federal layoffs have begun during government shutdown

White House Signals Federal Layoffs Have Begun During Shutdown

Ken Weston is the chief goldsmith at Hamilton Hill Jewelry in Durham where he's worked for the past seven years.


Durham jewelry maker thriving at 79 years old

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Celebrity chefs are joining forces, but not for a new restaurant or cooking show. They are teaming up to defend the use of "forever chemicals" in pots and pans.

States want to ban 'forever chemicals' in cookware. These chefs say don't do it.

Chefs and home cooks disagree: Is non-stick cookware safe/

Four people shot, including two juveniles, in two separate shootings in Durham.



Four people shot, including two juveniles, in two separate shootings, Durham police say

Police investigation on Danube Lane in Durham

It is a busy weekend in the Triangle with lots of chances to enjoy some festivals.


Weekend best bets: Wake Forest Pride, Durham Bulls Festibull

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State Rep. Cecil Brockman was living with the teenager he's accused of committing statutory sex offenses with and broke through a locked hospital door in an attempt to contact them, according to prosecutors during Friday's court proceedings.

Prosecutors: NC legislator facing child sex charges lived with victim for months, faces $1M bond

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The University of North Carolina's football program, led by Bill Belichick, is facing criticism for a lack of motivation and discipline. That is starting to reflect poorly on the university as a whole.


UNC football criticism reflects on fan base, faculty; student leader asks for independent review

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Gavin Edwards got a crashing introduction to one of his neighbors Wednesday when a deer crashed through the storm door of his Fuquay-Varina home.


Over five years, 20 homes have in the Outer Banks have been lost to coastal erosion. The home collapses close beaches and create an environmental hazard left behind for years to come. Photos: Donny Bowers

PHOTOS: 10 homes collapse in Outer Banks in 2025

More Outer Banks homes collapse into ocean

Two high-level sources said the University of North Carolina is not currently looking into an exit strategy for coach Bill Belichick, whose contract states he can leave for a $1 million buyout. However, if UNC were to fire him without cause, the university would owe him $30 million total.

Bill Belichick buyout options: What UNC football coach's contract says

A file photo of UNC coach Bill Belichick on the sidelines.

From the deep-fried fair food to the new attractions and rides, WRAL has all the information you need to know about the North Carolina State Fair.


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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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The Savannah Bananas are set to electrify Chapel Hill's Kenan Stadium in April 2026 with their unique brand of "banana ball." Known for their entertaining, fast-paced games, the Bananas promise an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages.


Savannah Bananas bring banana ball excitement to Chapel Hill's Kenan Stadium April 2026

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U.S. women are increasingly shut out of a breast cancer treatment valued around the world. The technique, known as IORT, has numerous benefits, surgeons say, but it generates less money for hospitals and radiation oncologists.


Effective breast cancer treatment less common in US

Inter-operative radiation therapy

Amy Poehler has high school vibes in return to SNL

Military furlough makes Fleet Week look a bit empty

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Searching for the best beer in Raleigh? Explore top breweries and craft your perfect crawls! Start your beer adventure now!


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SAS Championship adds free family fun event

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Fact check: Could Affordable Care Act health premiums rise 75% by next month?

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A man said he gave CJF America's founder and  chief financial officer nearly $200,000 to invest, but now fears the money is gone after learning of criminal charges and allegations against the company's executives

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WRAL Investigates found Raleigh Firefighters are working a lot of overtime. Raleigh's Mayor Pro Tempore is now planning to help cut back.

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After a WRAL investigation showing Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of overtime in one year, Mayor Pro Tempore Stormie Forte requested that the city manager and fire chief formally assess firefighter burnout, appropriate staffing levels, and the need for a shift modification study.

WRAL investigation into Raleigh firefighter overtime spurs call to action by mayor pro tem

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A church in Edgecombe County is a symbol of the power of a hurricane. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler shares the spirit of a town, committed to keeping its history upright.

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers who cleans up the debris after an Outer Banks home collapses into the Atlantic Ocean. He also answered questions about garbage is converted into energy.

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