A series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from the sun have the potential to create dazzling auroras that may be seen as far south as Alabama on Saturday morning.

Rare solar storm could make northern lights visible from NC tonight: When, how to see the dazzling display

More than a dozen former employees say understaffing at Brynn Marr Hospital contributes to what they describe as a dangerous place for patients and employees. Hospital officials say allegations of violence, sexual assaults, overmedication and lack of mental health therapy are unfounded.

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It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

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A Durham man was arrested Thursday in connection with a June shooting in a local parking lot that left one man dead, police said.



<b>DURHAM, N.C.</b> — A Durham man was arrested Thursday in connection with a <a href="https://www.wral.com/story/man-found-shot-to-death-in-parking-lot-in-durham/18470460/">June shooting in a local parking lot</a> that left one man dead, police said.

A woman who works at a restaurant in a strip shopping center in the 1000 block of East Geer Street found the body of Marco Antonio Estrada-Sandoval, 42, dead inside a black Dodge Durango in the center's parking lot.

A homicide investigation was underway after police found a man shot to death in a Durham parking lot Monday morning.

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Death investigation underway in Durham

Members of the U.S. Marshals Service’s Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested Elvin Fernando Lara, 28, in Havelock in connection with Estrada-Sandoval's death.

Durham police said the two men knew each other, but they released no details regarding a motive for the shooting.

Lara was being held without bond in the New Hanover County jail, awaiting a transfer to Durham.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to call Investigator C. Brinkley at 919-560-4440, extension 29322, or Crime Stoppers at 919-683-1200.

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Durham man charged in June shooting death

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A couple's breakup ended in a terrifying moment caught on a Ring doorbell camera.

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Temperatures will drop down to the 50s tonight, making for a comfortable sleep.


WRAL Weather Alert Day ends for Friday: Quiet night ahead expected

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A series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from the sun have the potential to create dazzling auroras that may be seen as far south as Alabama and Northern California but also disrupt communications on Earth tonight and over the weekend.

Solar storms could create rare aurora displays, be visible in North Carolina this weekend

Aurora forecast for May 10-11

North Carolina's budget surplus is now expected to be approximately $1 billion, down from previous reports that have anticipated $1.4 billion.

NC's budget surplus will be $430 million less than expected, officials say

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William Hulme and Matthew Johnson were a couple who shared their love for each other and their community for about five years. However, in April, their roommate Christian Webster allegedly shot them to death.

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Interstate 40 West is closed Friday after a crash along the interstate near Garner.

Sky 5 flies over I-40 West crash near Garner

Sky 5 flies over I-40 West closure after crash near Garner

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour talks about facing a 3-0 series deficit against the New York Rangers and looks ahead to Game 4 on Saturday.

Brind'Amour: It's a new day and a new challenge

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The Carolina Hurricanes hope to keep their season alive in Game 4 of the second-round playoff series against the New York Rangers on Saturday night at PNC Arena.

With backs against the wall, Canes' resolve faces ultimate challenge

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The United States Golf Association has opened its new headquarters in Pinehurst, which includes the World Golf Hall of Fame.

USGA opens new headquarters in Pinehurst, showcasing historic golf artifacts

The United States Golf Association has opened its new headquarters in Pinehurst, which includes the World Golf Hall of Fame. Photo provided by USGA.

Dozens of people showed up on Douglas Street in Wilson on Thursday morning for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Carolina Mudcats' new Wilson stadium.

Wilson breaks ground on new Mudcats baseball stadium

Wake County and Raleigh approved a financing plan to pay for upgrades at PNC Arena. The renovation project won't begin until next summer.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Xander Schauffele has been a mainstay near the top of the leaderboard most of the year. Now he’s hoping to close the door.

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