Tropical Depression No. 2 has strengthened into Tropical Storm Arlene. It will continue to slowly move south and weaken as it approaches Cuba. 

Tropical Storm Arlene forms in Gulf of Mexico for first named storm of season

The 1993 murder of Michael Jordan's dad James sparked international attention - but there's so much the world doesn't know about the case against Daniel Green

22 facts about the murder of Michael Jordan's dad

James and Michael Jordan 

 I want to thank Greg for coming to my 4th grade classroom at Swift Creek Elementary. 

First I want to thank Greg for coming to my 4th grade classroom at Swift Creek Elementary.  Greg, you came to my class and brought some impressive equipment with you to share.  You were so patient with the students and answered their questions as if you had all day to share<br />

Thanks also for the concern you showed for my hometown of Red Springs when the tornadoes went through in 1984.  You shared that tragedy with the town, showing concern for the loss that was felt.  Thanks so much for caring about people you meet along the way!

From Eloise in Raleigh

The name Fort Bragg, which referenced a Confederate general from Warrenton, was retired in favor of Fort Liberty, a reflection of the ethos of those who serve.

'Welcome to Fort Liberty, the center of the universe:' NC post gets new name

Fort Liberty

A teenage Cook Out employee was charged Friday with attempted murder after a 19-year-old was shot.



16-year-old Cook Out employee, a gang member, shot man in Rocky Mount

Shots fired at Durham Cook Out

Dallas United has withdrawn from The Soccer Tournament (TST) in Cary after allegations that a player used a racial slur on Thursday night during a game.

'It's everybody's fight': West Ham player addresses racial slur directed at teammate at The Soccer Tournament

West Ham player Anton Ferdinand

According to WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner, Saturday is looking like our next best chance for rain, but the rain will be minimal.

Rain in the forecast this weekend, but not a washout

Warmer for the weekend 

Tropical storm and hurricane forecasts. The WRAL Severe Weather Center is tracking the tropics to help you stay ahead of hurricanes and tropical storms.

Tracking the tropics: Tropical Storm Arlene forms in Gulf of Mexico

Tropical Storm Arlene

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

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

West Ham player Anton Ferdinand and coach Matt Jarvis speak to the media after allegations surfaced that a Dallas United player used a racial slur during Thursday night's game.

West Ham's Anton Ferdinand shares thoughts after racial slur allegation at The Soccer Tournament

A ceremony Friday at 9 a.m. will mark the moment when the colors of the Fort Bragg garrison are officially replaced by the Fort Liberty colors, signifying the change in name of North Carolina's biggest military installation. There will also be remarks from Lt. Gen. Chris Donahue, XVIII Airborne Corps commanding general.

NC post renamed Fort Liberty

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

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Fort Bragg's renaming ceremony is taking place Thursday evening with a half-mile Sunset Liberty March, located at Honeycutt and Liberty Trail (formerly Bragg Boulevard). The Sunset Liberty March honors the legacy of Liberty built by the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while assigned to this installation. 

Tap to watch Fort Bragg transition to Fort Liberty with the first Sunset Liberty March to honor soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice

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South Brunswick High School senior outfielder Walker Jenkins is the Gatorade North Carolina Player of the Year in baseball for the second straight season. 

South Brunswick's Walker Jenkins repeats as Gatorade NC Baseball Player of the Year

Baseball: South Brunswick vs. New Hanover (Apr. 18, 2023)

A fan's guide to The Soccer Tournament at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. The tournament features 32 teams fighting for a $1 million championship prize.

Tickets, traffic and what you need to know about The Soccer Tournament in Cary

The Soccer Tournament field

A Baptist church in Davidson County was the site of a drug bust.



Former pastor and son charged in drug-making operation at closed Baptist church

Vaping

Bob Brind'Amour, father of head coach Rod Brind'Amour, passed away on Thursday in Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada, the team said.