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Scattered showers and wind gusts will keep us in the 60s for highs Sunday.

Sunday's gusty wind, scattered showers add to cool fall feel

I'm meteorologist Chris Michaels in the WRAL Severe Weather Center. This nor'easter we're tracking gives us scattered showers and gusty wind for your Sunday with highs only in the mid-60s. Heading into Monday, you may see a few stray showers in the morning, otherwise gradual clearing and highs near 70 degrees. As we go beyond the weekend, our nor'easter moves out to sea. High pressure taking its place and so this is going to lead to the combination of cool mornings and pleasant afternoons, and this is something that especially continues as we get closer to the state fair that beginning Thursday. So we look at the 1st 3 days of the state fair, highs in the upper 60s Thursday and Friday with a little bit of a warming trend heading into next weekend.

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Scattered showers, gusty wind and cooler air for Sunday

Large tree falls on Wade Avenue in Raleigh, blocking part of road

Chapel Bill thrill to turmoil on the Tar Heels: How the Belichick era devolved at UNC

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NC isn't meeting federal special education requirements. State officials point to the teacher shortage

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Good grief, UNC!

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

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Rainbows but also clouds as NC town hosts Pride Fest amid Trump administration's anti-trans push

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has directed the Defense Department to use âall available fundsâ to ensure U.S. troops are paid Wednesday despite the government shutdown, a short-term fix that will not apply to the hundreds of thousands of federal workers who have been furloughed.

Trump directs the Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to ensure troops are paid despite shutdown

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Police said they closed Country Club Drive between Clearwater Drive and Rose Hill Road in both directions while they investigate.


Pedestrian killed on Country Club Drive in Fayetteville, police say

Trevor Merrit, Nick Williams and Jai'Hyon Elliot died Thursday evening on the way to a birthday celebration for a friend.


Fayetteville honors 3 killed in crash with Saturday vigil; game rescheduled to Tuesday

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) â C.J. Carr passed for 342 yards and two touchdowns and No. 16 Notre Dame beat N.C. State 36-7 on Saturday for its fourth straight victory.

No. 16 Notre Dame pulls away from NC State in second half for fourth consecutive win

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Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle has sent a strong message to his former team, the Dallas Cowboys, after rushing for a career-best 206 yards against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Dowdle, who spent five seasons with the Cowboys, said the upcoming game will be very physical and warned the Cowboys that they better buckle up

 Panthers running back Rico Dowdle says Cowboys' 32nd-ranked defense better 'buckle up' on Sunday 

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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.


Caught on cam: Deer burst into Fuquay-Varina home

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Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning star of âAnnie Hall,â âThe Godfatherâ films and âFather of the Bride,â whose quirky, vibrant manner and depth made her one of the most singular actors of a generation, has died. She was 79.

Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning star of âAnnie Hallâ and âThe Godfather,â dies at 79, reports say

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Witnesses said a man was passing aggressively, passed them in a no-passing zone, and, when they pulled over,  a woman got out of the car and pointed a weapon at their vehicle. 

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

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The hire of a Super Bowl champion and future Pro Football Hall of Famer brought national attention to the University of North Carolina football program. But the culture of the team under Bill Belichick has turned that attention from a positive to a negative just five games into the season.


From Chapel Bill thrill to turmoil on the Tar Heels: How the Belichick era devolved at UNC

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.


North Carolina State Fair Guide 2025

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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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Officers say the person stepped out into traffic, was hit by a car and died.

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Belichick hits recruiting trail amid reports of team turmoil

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

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

Moms who overcame addiction helping others through growing statewide network

UNC students feel long-honored space for Black students closed due to repealed DEI policies

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Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

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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Beer in Raleigh: Your weekend brewery crawl guide

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SAS Championship adds free family fun event

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Foodie News: Stuffed pretzel shop opens in Raleigh

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

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

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Fact check: Jeffries says GOP 'effectively ended' medical research in the US

Fact check: Did Democrats propose to give health care to immigrants illegally in the US?

Federal government shutdown: Live fact-checks as Democrats, GOP spar over health care, layoffs

Fact-checking claims that Erika Kirk's charity is tied to trafficking

NC lawmaker facing sex crime charges appears in court from hospital

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

Gov. Stein continues push for mental health aid focused on public safety

Stein, NC Democratic Party call on legislator to resign after sex charges against a minor

Privatize NC's liquor sales? Leader of DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost

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Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

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No. 11 Cleveland's offense explodes in second half of win over No. 20 Garner

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.

WRAL Investigation into firefighter overtime spurs call to action

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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One local man who has served in the lions club for over 6 decades. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler shares the states and continents he's traveled to over that time span and what he says keeps him going.

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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.

In Depth with Dan: Beachfront homes collapse in NC's Outer Banks, converting garbage into energy

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NC State alums raise concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit and executives evading police

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Prince Harry and Meghan invite families to join their push against predatory social media practices

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Breweries debate: Kid friendly or adults only

Kids and breweries: Wake County brewery's Facebook post sparks public debate

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Durham neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday

Amazon Prime Day deals still available: AirPods Pro 2 only $149.99 (40% off), Fire tablets up to 56% off, Play-Doh sets up to 58% off, LEGO starting at $5.59

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ENDS TODAY: Target Circle Week with 75% off handbags & wallets, 50% off Halloween decor, Up to 57% off kitchen & vacuums

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