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Have you noticed an unusual smell or flavor in your tap water over the past few days?

What's wrong with Raleigh tap water? Algae bloom at Falls Lake behind the smell, color

'Earthy and musty:' Here's why your tap water may taste strange this weekend in Raleigh

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods: How to protect your home in North Carolina

Princeville residents weigh options after Hurricane Matthew

Joe Bowser, a member of the Durham County Board of Commissioners, has withdrawn his name from consideration for the mayor's office.

<b>DURHAM, N.C.</b> — Joe Bowser, a member of the Durham County Board of Commissioners, has withdrawn his name from consideration for the mayor's office.<br />

Bowser had been reported to be considering a run for mayor of Durham. He said he has decided not to seek that office, and will focus on his county duties instead.

Durham commissioner will not run for mayor

We'll see temperatures climb into the 70s this afternoon.

Warm, sunny afternoon on tap with temps in the 70s😎

Fitness forecast Tuesday

Police are investigating after officers found a 13-year-old dead early Monday morning in a Raleigh apartment.

'No mother wants to hear this': 13-year-old girl found shot to death in Raleigh apartment

Crowd gathers outside Raleigh apartment complex where 13-year-old was shot and killed.

VinFast Auto announced Tuesday it officially signed agreements with 12 new dealers in the U.S., including a dealership in Greensboro.



VinFast dealership coming to Greensboro months after Leith VinFast opens in Cary

VinFast unveils site plan for Chatham County auto plant

Colton Reed was diagnosed with testicular cancer at just 22. He encourages others not to ignore health symptoms and ask for help.

Finishing chemo at 25: Man hopes his cancer journey serves as warning to his peers

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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Hurricanes were down big at home in the NHL playoffs, playing desperate hockey full of withering long shifts in the offensive zone as they tried to rally.

Aho, Martinook cap Hurricanes' late rally to beat the Islanders for a 2-0 playoff series lead

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Since his final NBA season playing for the Dallas Mavericks in 2021, JJ Redick has served as an analyst and basketball commentator for ESPN. 

Duke legend JJ Redick to interview for Hornets head coaching job, report says

JJ Redick and other Duke greats were honored at halftime during the Duke vs. Maryland game pm Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, N.C. (Photo by: Will Bratton)

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- So much for Michael Jordan being a jinx at the race track.

MJ for the win: Reddick pulls off a Talladega buzzer-beater for Michael Jordan

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It looked like the Hurricanes were heading back to New York tied 1-1, but the Canes offense exploded to snag the win against the Islanders.