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Rain chances will become more patchy heading into Tuesday evening. But storms and rain could come overnight and last through noon Wednesday. 


WRAL Weather Alert Day: Wet weather stays with us into Wednesday

I'm WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell. What a day. Just 61, the high at RDU. Exceptionally cool and wet for this time of year. It actually has not been this chilly this late in the spring season since 1997, to put this into perspective. Definitely unusual for late May. But we've got more rain and storms on the way overnight. We're finishing up on those washout conditions though. From now on, It's more of the scattered type of showers and storms. So not everybody's going to see rain all at once on the radar. But there will be more coverage of showers and storms tonight as we've got another wave of energy swinging through. It's light initially, but after midnight, we could see some heavier showers and some thunderstorms roll through. I wouldn't be shocked if you woke up to the sound of thunder, and there are still a few thunderstorms and showers around for the morning commute. Not everybody. is going to run into rain for the morning commute, but check in with Elizabeth Gardner before you leave your house. At lunchtime, still some showers and storms primarily in the eastern part of our viewing area, but we should gradually see improvements into the evening. While the best chance for rain and storms will be a breakfast, temperatures in the low 60s, lunchtime still a small chance, mainly in our eastern counties, but by dinner time, you could get to see some sunshine peeking through with a high in the mid 70s.

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The Person County Sheriff's Office is conducting an investigation into the death of a 1-year-old boy in Roxboro.


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Pelsan Tekstil plans to build its first U.S. plant in Wayne County by the end of 2030, state economic development officials said Tuesday. Commerce officials approved a state incentives package worth up to $2.9 million for the project. 

Turkish manufacturer to bring 216 jobs to Goldsboro

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A fire broke out at an NC State facility on Lake Wheeler Road after Raleigh firefighters determined the cause was from hay bales.


Fire damages NC State facility, no injuries

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Trump administration asked federal agencies Tuesday to cancel contracts with Harvard University worth about $100 million, intensifying the president's clash with the nationâs oldest and wealthiest university.

Trump administration moves to cut $100 million in federal contracts for Harvard

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A tiny dog named Benji was recently found abandoned outside the Wake County Animal Center. Animal advocates are fighting for his future and hope to give him a loving home.

Hobbled dog found outside Wake animal shelter taking steps back to hope

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BEIJING (AP) â A huge explosion rocked a chemical plant in China âs eastern Shandong province around noon Tuesday, killing at least five people and injuring 19, according to local emergency management authorities. Another six people were missing.

At least 5 are dead and 19 injured after a chemical plant explodes in China, authorities say

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On Memorial Day 2024, Kathy Campbell's world shattered when her son, daughter-in-law and grandson were killed in a crash. The legacy of Tyler, Susan and Miles Campbell lives on through family and friends, with a vigil planned for Monday night.


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Eight North Carolina middle schoolers will compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee this week.


Eight NC students competing in Scripps National Spelling Bee this week

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A unique pattern east of the Appalachians is keeping us locked in the 60s for a couple days.

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Holly Springs Salamanders catcher Alexia Jorge is making history as the first woman in the Coastal Plain League.



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North Carolina is one of the most beautiful states in America. Here are some of the best places to visit in North Carolina.

10 incredible places to visit in North Carolina this year

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DuPont State Recreational Forest is home to a dizzying variety of plants and animals, including five types of clover, three orchid species and wildlife ranging from bobcats to black bears and snakes to salamanders.

Scenic drives, waterfalls and no admission fee: This NC state park is one of the nation's best

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UNC Health Championship Tournament Director Brian Krusoe shares details about the tournament which supports NC Children's Hospital.

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