3 NC counties are under alert, including Chatham County.

1 closing/delay reported.

Consumer inflation in the United States cooled slightly last month after three elevated readings, likely offering a tentative sigh of relief for officials at the Federal Reserve. Measured year-over-year, inflation ticked down from 3.5% to 3.4%.

US inflation cools slightly, down from 3.5% to 3.4% year-over-year

Your guide to best brunch spots in Raleigh. 

Savor the flavor: Raleigh's 20 best brunch spots revealed

Rosewater Kitchen & Bar

Siren will officially begin her career as a therapy dog at the Durham Police Department on Friday. 

Durham Police Department welcomes new therapy dog Siren

Durham Police Department therapy dog Siren

Parts of NC east of the Triad is now under a level 3 risk for severe weather.

Thursday afternoon severe weather update