Clean water, better roads and raises for teachers are among the priorities Republicans in the NC House want to address in the new state budget.

Double-digit raises for teachers, some other state workers: See what's in the first draft of new NC budget

State budget

A WRAL Weather Alert Day has been issued for Saturday, when our southeastern counties go under a Level 1 risk for severe weather.



Level 1 storm risk, 60 mph winds threaten weekend events, including Dreamville 

Severe risk April 1, 2023

Plus: Weighing salaries for teachers and NC workers; update in fatal Raleigh Christmas parade case; GlaxoWellcome's former CEO dies; and get ready for Dreamville.

5 things to know Thursday: Veto override instantly eases pistol rules

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The Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge plans to have about 500 people for its annual Passover celebration on Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Hate group books Raleigh Convention Center for Passover celebration

Raleigh Convention Center

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) — Two Army helicopters crashed in southwestern Kentucky during a routine training mission, causing several casualties, military officials said.

Casualties reported after Army helicopters crash in Kentucky

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NCAA bracket

College hoops bracket challenge

Here's a sweet coupon for $2 off any 2 American Greeting cards that are $1 or more when you Like them on Facebook. 

Here's a sweet coupon for $2 off any 2 American Greeting cards that are $1 or more when you Like them on Facebook. I just printed mine and it expires February 14. Happy Valentine's Day!

$2 off 2 American Greetings cards coupon

Get the latest WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast whenever you need it, including the DUALDoppler5000 and the 7-Day Forecast.

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

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

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday Powerball drawings, as shown live on WRAL.

Powerball Drawing

Check out the sunset on Wednesday night at Lake Gaston.

Sunset at Lake Gaston in North Carolina

The NC House unveiled its planned budget for 2023-2025.

NC House unveils budget

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Counties throughout central North Carolina are seeing an increase in drivers failing to yield to emergency vehicles, according to the State Administrative Office of the Courts' annual reports.

Durham Fire Department installs new sirens to get drivers' attention

The Durham Bulls return Friday, March 31, starting their season with a game against the Norfolk Tides.



Durham Bulls host Norfolk Tides for season opener Friday 

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The man accused of hitting and killing a dancer during the Raleigh Christmas Parade was sent to jail on $250,000 bond Wednesday, months after the death of 11-year-old  Hailey Brooks.

'Hailey would pray we all find happiness:' Father speaks after driver in deadly Christmas crash jailed

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Lee County High School was closed on Wednesday because of an anonymous threat made against the school. SanLee Middle School and Southern Lee High School also received threats Wednesday.