North Carolina is a hotbed for hurricanes. Here are the best tips and facts for hurricane season in NC.

Hurricane season begins June 1. Here's what every North Carolina resident needs to know

Hurricane Season in NC

A year later, the full impact of the North Carolina abortion law is becoming clearer for both supporters and opponents.

A year later, impact from NC's 12-week abortion ban coming into focus

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Within the span of a few hours, two different men were injured in shootings within a few blocks of each other in Raleigh.

Two men shot within a few blocks of each other overnight in Raleigh

Our severe weather threat is moving out, and we'll be in for a cloudy day on Sunday.


Cloudy, cool Sunday will be ideal for enjoying time outdoors

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Despite announcements from organizers that Monica would be headlining the event, Monica shared on social media that she will not be in attendance -- and that she was never even booked.

Monica, Durham Bimbé Festival headliner, says she was never contacted about festival

Headliner of Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival unable to attend due to booking error

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour is staying in Raleigh. The Canes legend agreed to a contract extension with the team. The details of the extension are currently unknown.

Reports: Canes, Rod Brind'Amour agree to contract extension

Rod Brind'Amour vs. New York Rangers Game 4

Sunday, May 19, 2024 -- GOP leaders are telling the billionaires financing a national movement to privatize public education that the General Assembly will take radical steps to prove "North Carolina is at the forefront of school choice and education freedom." It's not about helping children. It's about getting the money to win elections.

BOB HALL: How billionaires make N.C. public schools poorer

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Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

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Seize the Grey has won the Preakness Stakes for 88-year-old Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas. His victory ended Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid. 

Seize the Grey wins the Preakness for D. Wayne Lukas and ends Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid

APTOPIX Preakness Horse Racing

The Carolina Hurricanes were eliminated from the NHL playoffs Thursday night, moving the team into one of the most important off-seasons in franchise history.

Hurricanes face off-season of change. Which Carolina players are free agents?

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Shane Lowry switched putters in New Orleans last month, frustrated by what was happening on the greens.

Shane Lowry ties a major championship record by shooting a 9-under 62 to get into the mix at the PGA

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The Carolina Panthers unveiled their 2024 regular season schedule. Here's a glimpse at their opponents for the upcoming season.