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Most rain we see with Sunday's weather maker is while most folks are asleep.

Next weather maker to bring rain Sunday night; autumn breezes to follow

<p>I'm meteorologist Chris Michaels in the WRELs Severe Weather Center. We are back on standard time, and the weather for most of today is pretty standard. We see a better chance of showers arriving as we go well into the night while most of you are asleep. That's when we expect most of the rain to be moving in. It's not going to be as much as what we saw. Last week we're looking at about 0.1 of an inch to about 1/4 of an inch of rain as we go through the overnight hours. Then as we head into Monday and Tuesday, it'll be a little breezy at times, some gusts of 20 to 30 MPH with a chance for some patchy frost once again, mainly north of the triangle heading into Wednesday morning.</p>

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Next weather maker to bring rain chance late Sunday into very early Monday

Municipal elections across North Carolina will determine local leaders. Here's how and where to vote

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Van crash takes down tree in Raleigh

A van crashed into a tree, taking it down onto Southall Road in Raleigh. (Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025)

DRAUGHON DRAWS: SNAP restored as the train keeps on coming

Scott, Bailey power NC State to 48-36 upset of No. 8 Georgia Tech for Yellow Jackets' 1st loss

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Several Raleigh streets to close from City of Oaks Marathon

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Voter lookup page on State Board of Elections website restored after outage

Election Day, polling places

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The crises at the heart of the government shutdown fight in Washington were coming to a head Saturday as the federal food assistance program faced delays and millions of Americans were set to see a dramatic rise in their health insurance bills.

Uncertainty over federal food aid deepens as the shutdown fight reaches a crisis point

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The Panthers are trying to get back over .500 as they seek to bounce back from a 40-9 home loss to the Buffalo Bills.



Panthers hit the road looking to stop Packers' win streak on Sunday

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TORONTO (AP) â In a World Series for the ages that went back and forth again and again, Will Smith delivered the biggest swing of all for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Smith's homer in 11th lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 5-4 to become first repeat champion in 25 years

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While Raleigh-Durham International Airport has seemingly avoided heavy delays due to the government shutdown, the people meant to keep people safe are working without pay. They missed their first full paycheck this week.


RDU travelers feel shutdown impacts as federal aviation workers go unpaid

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One person died from a crash in Franklin County on Friday night.

1 dead from Franklin County crash

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New trail camera photos show a murder suspect at the center of a days-long manhunt in Craven County.

Craven County murder suspect spotted in newly released photos

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CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) â Duke coach Manny Diaz did not want to chance overtime at Clemson's Death Valley. His team made sure he wouldn't have to.

Nate Sheppard's 3-yard TD, Duke's 2-point conversion stun Clemson 46-45

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Deputies took a person into custody after two people were shot in Nash County on Friday night.

2 in hospital, 1 in custody from Nash County shooting

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More than 1.4 million North Carolinians are poised to enter November without federal subsidies they rely on for food -- and without any assurances that relief is on the way.

In NC, don't expect state lawmakers to provide much emergency SNAP funding

SNAP benefits could be delayed for 1.4 million North Carolinians

A hit-and-run leaves one family grieving the loss of son while another is stunned to learn their relative is a suspect.


One family mourns, another in shock after hit-and-run that killed lineman

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At least 11 people have been sickened, including three who were hospitalized, with salmonella infections linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide and online, federal health officials said Friday.

Super greens powder supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak

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SNAP benefits could be suspended for the first time in the food aid program's history because of the government shutdown. This could leave many without the much needed food and resources.


Where to find food, resources in the wake of SNAP benefits suspension

Got a parking ticket? This town lets you pay it off with food donations

Scientists at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences have found that what was believed to be a juvenile T.Rex skeleton is instead a distant relative, the first of its kind to be found in a full skeleton. Their work has also raised new questions about what is know about that popular predator.


Dino discovery: Distant T. Rex relative found in NC museum fossil

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From haunted home decor to cute costumes, share your Halloween photos to see them on WRAL!

PHOTOS: Decorations, costumes show tricks and treats of Halloween 2025

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As Halloween approaches, the Better Business Bureau and other experts warn that scammers are ramping up efforts.


Digital scams to know about this holiday season

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Police said a father called 911 to confess he'd killed his children. As a new dad, I'm shaken.


Lovingood: Being a parent also means feeling pain for someone else's kids during tragic stories

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The wife of a man shot by ICE agents in Phoenix, Arizona has not spoken to her husband in days. She does not know where he is or when she will see him again. The officer who allegedly show him is on administrative leave pending an investigation. 

Wife doesn't know of husband's condition after he was shot by ICE

AZ: MAN SHOT BY ICE HASN'T SPOKEN TO WIFE

Boy celebrates 8th birthday with food drive, grocery giveaway

IL: BOY CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY BY HOSTING FOOD DRIVE

Convicted child sex offender who faked his death is captured 13 years later

OK: MAN WHO FAKED HIS DEATH CAPTURED 13 YEAR LATER

Wolfpack stings No. 8 Yellow Jackets for first win over top-10 opponent in four years

With SNAP in limbo, woman hands out more than candy at Halloween

Woman hands out more than candy at Halloween

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Samaritan's Purse sends resources, emergency field hospital to Jamaica following Melissa damage

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Residents flock to spooktacular Halloween celebration on Franklin Street

Police: Man shot to death in Wilson from domestic dispute

Pedestrian dies from crash in Fayetteville

Pedestrian seriously injured in Friday night crash, Southern Pines police say

Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

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Police rule out terrorism in stabbing attack on UK train after 2 men are arrested

Trump to host al-Sharaa in first-ever visit by a Syrian president to White House, official says

FBI raid at Idaho horse track shows how immigration is a top focus across law enforcement

What Is happening with SNAP benefits during the shutdown?

Weekend best bets: Halloween fun, Whirligig Festival

Creator of Wilson's whirligigs releases new book 

Foodie News: Longtime Raleigh cafe spot gets new life

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100+ events in NC to enjoy this November

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Biltmore Estate's 130th Christmas Tree raising celebrates resilience after Hurricane Helene

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Blue Ridge Parkway: How to visit and what you can do

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Fact check: Paul calls out Trump's drug boat strikes, citing Coast Guard statistics

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Fact check: Does a new Canadian ad 'misrepresent' Reagan's remarks on US tariffs?

Fact check: Democrats claim Leavitt said White House ballroom is Trump's 'main priority'

Fact check: Trump says 50% of US presidents have invoked the Insurrection Act

Fact check: How many US residency spots are held by immigrants with H-1B visas?

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Oct. 30

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State Rep. Cecil Brockman resigns weeks after arrest, charges of child sex offenses

North Carolina lawmaker Brockman resigns amid pressure from party over charges of child sex offenses

 NC House Speaker names committee to investigate Brockman, child sex charges

NC Supreme Court case tackles limits on private schools

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Lack of uniformity shows cracks in NC school background checks

NC school background checks vary, leave loopholes to hire convicted criminals

Durham school leaders consider revisions to cellphone policy

North Carolina educators deal with invisible sticker shock and confusion

New Duke Health program supports young breast cancer patients as diagnoses climb

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New lawsuit filed against Durham company accused of not paying employees

Johnston Regional Airport hopes to pioneer FAA's next-gen digital air traffic control

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

More layoffs proposed at the U.S. Department of Education. How could they affect NC schools?

Bruins extend win streak to 3 with 2-1 victory over the Hurricanes

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Belichick earns first ACC win as North Carolina pounds Syracuse

Double trouble: Barger gets caught off second base as Blue Jays' rally fizzles in Game 6 of Series

Millennials spend about $2,050 each year on sports fandom, report finds

Doeren on retirement talk: 'I'm gonna keep coaching. I got four years left on my contract'

NCHSAA to release playoff brackets for football, boys soccer on Sunday

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Green Level outlasts West Forsyth in 8A volleyball championship, finishes perfect season

Volleyball State Championship Scores; Football Week 11 Scores

Pinecrest's Dorsch dominates in 8A girls cross country championship, Green Level wins team title

Kristen Picot, the president of Durham-based CJF America, appeared in court on Thursday. CJF America is accused of not paying its employees. Picot did not answer WRAL Investigates' questions after her court appearance on Thursday.

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Kristen Picot (left), the president of Durham-based CJF America, appeared in court on Thursday. CJF America is accused of not paying its employees. Picot did not answer WRAL Investigates' questions after her court appearance on Thursday.

Another set of employees is suing CJF America, seeking unpaid wages and describing an understaffed, disorganized summer camp environment.

Former employees file new lawsuit against CJF America

How to save on auto repair costs, without compromising on quality. Keeping up with routine maintenance, having a trusted mechanic and searching for promotions can help you save money.


Save on auto repair costs: Tips for maintenance and finding trusted mechanics

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The USDA told states last week that it wouldn't be using roughly $6 billion in federal contingency funds to keep the SNAP program running for November.

NC attorney general sues USDA over food stamp funding

Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday announced a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture over the potential delay in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.



NC attorney general sues USDA after pausing SNAP benefits

The school board is also considering amending the policy to comply with a new state law and to ensure students can still bring personal laptops to school.


Wake school board updating cellphone, devices policy in light of confusion, state law

North Carolina school districts work to adjust cellphone rules and statewide ban

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North Carolinians express lingering concerns over SNAP benefit uncertainty

Restaurant Ratings: The Federal, Imperial Garden Chinese Restaurant and Luna Azul Tacos Y Mariscos

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CJF America President comes to court, avoids WRAL Investigates' questions

Remote control: Solution for safer skies?

WRAL Investigates the push for solutions to farm parties

NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

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Gas prices are down, food is up: What it means for your wallet

Donald Thompson: The humanities are a CEO's edge

US government allowed and even helped US firms sell tech used for surveillance in China, AP finds

Guest column: Dysfunctional government stalls innovation

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Amazon reports higher sales and earnings for 3Q, helped by its fast-growing web services business

5 On Your Side: How to plan your digital estate for peace of mind

Judge extends order barring the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the shutdown

Trump administration moves to overrule state laws protecting credit reports from medical debt

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Dino discovery: Distant T.Rex relative found in NC museum fossil

Go Ask Dad: Snail tricks, costume treats

Three tips for shopping at Halloween pop-up shops

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