37 NC counties are under alert, including Cumberland, Johnston, Wayne, Harnett, and Moore counties.

We’re also following a community demanding change after eight people were shot in three days in Durham. We are also tracking how long storm threats last/ Plus, find out when and how you can watch the Northern Lights in North Carolina. Watch WRAL-TV at 7 p.m., and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com. 

On WRAL at 7: Trees down, hail from strong storms ⛈️ We’ll show you new live images of storm damage

Officials are encouraging residents to take steps to prepare for extreme weather ahead of hurricane season. New data shows flood and wind risk is changing in the state.

Inland homes at risk for high winds, flooding during hurricane season. Here's what you can do now.

Holly Springs shed damage

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?

Daniel Steele, Triangle Town Center shooting