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Vehicle clips home near Trawick Road in Raleigh crash
Vehicle clips home near Trawick Road in Raleigh crash

Raleigh Police are investigating after a driver nearly crashed into a home near Trawick Road on Sunday in Raleigh.

Van crashes into gas station sign after being hit on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh
Van crashes into gas station sign after being hit on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh

Shortly after 1 a.m., a car ran a red light and crashed into a minivan at the intersection of Capital Boulevard and Calvary Drive and the hit vehicle then ran into a gas station sign.

Durham Police investigating late-night deadly crash on NC-147
Durham Police investigating late-night deadly crash on NC-147

A person is dead after a vehicle crash on the Durham Freeway late Sunday night.

Picture perfect weather for the week at the North Carolina State Fair

We'll stay cooler and dry with a breeze to start the week! Make sure to have some layers before stepping out the door Monday morning. Enjoy some time outdoors!

SpaceX launch Monday morning could bring another ‘space jellyfish’ to Carolina skies
SpaceX launch Monday morning could bring another ‘space jellyfish’ to Carolina skies

Monday’s pre-dawn SpaceX launch could be visible from North Carolina to Florida

Duke cornerback speaks out after swatting away female staffer's arm in viral video from UNC loss
Duke cornerback speaks out after swatting away female staffer's arm in viral video from UNC loss

Duke cornerback Kimari Robinson apologized after going viral for smacking away the arm of a female staffer checking on an injured player during Duke's 24-20 loss to the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.

Police: Man seriously injured in shooting at Chowan County McDonald's, juvenile detained
Police: Man seriously injured in shooting at Chowan County McDonald's, juvenile detained

According to the Edenton Police Department, officers were called around 5:15 p.m. after 911 dispatchers received multiple reports of shots fired at a McDonald's on Virginia Road. When they arrived, they learned a man had been taken to the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.

Duke cornerback apologizes for swatting away female staffer's arm in viral video from UNC loss
Duke cornerback apologizes for swatting away female staffer's arm in viral video from UNC loss

Duke cornerback Kimari Robinson apologized after going viral for smacking away the arm of a female staffer checking on an injured player during Duke's 24-20 loss to the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.

Chilly starts with beautiful, comfortable afternoons this week

We'll stay cooler and dry with a breeze to start the week! Make sure to have some layers before stepping out the door Monday morning. Enjoy some time outdoors!

Getting chilly again tonight, beautiful fall week ahead

We'll stay cooler and dry with a breeze to start the week! Make sure to have some layers before stepping out the door Monday morning. Enjoy some time outdoors!

50s and sunny Sunday, cool fall-like week ahead

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

50s and sunny, chilly Sunday expected

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

Cold morning, with highs barely reaching 60 Sunday

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

Tillis says he consulted top NC GOP leaders before voting against Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Tillis says he consulted top NC GOP leaders before voting against Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

In a new book, outgoing Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis describes his deep dive into President Donald Trump’s tax plan as the moment he decided to leave office. He said fellow Republicans, including the state's top legislative leaders, helped convince him to oppose it.

Gusty wind keeps cool, bright fall weather in place for days

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Surf's up! Go out and make some waves with your vote!
DRAUGHON DRAWS: Surf's up! Go out and make some waves with your vote!

Dennis Draughon has served as the Capitol Broadcasting Company editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform.

Chilly Sunday morning, cool with sunshine to start the week

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region, and we'll be chilly with skies clearing up through Sunday morning. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

North Carolina downs Duke in final minutes, secures Victory Bell for first time since 2023
North Carolina downs Duke in final minutes, secures Victory Bell for first time since 2023

Running back Jaylen McGill delivered the game-winning touchdown on a 24-yard run late in the fourth quarter, and the Tar Heels defense made a final stand in the 24-20 win over Duke.

Late score gives UNC win over rival Duke and possession of the Victory Bell
Late score gives UNC win over rival Duke and possession of the Victory Bell

North Carolina is now 4-2 overall in Bill Belichick's second season in Chapel Hill.

Ocracoke Island ferries suspended as cold front brings low-pressure system to coast
Ocracoke Island ferries suspended as cold front brings low-pressure system to coast

Authorities in Dare County are already preparing for the storm. On Friday, county officials declared a state of emergency for Hatteras Island and ordered all visitors off the island. Residents are not being asked to leave.

State of emergency declared for Hatteras Island; Ocracoke Island ferries suspended
State of emergency declared for Hatteras Island; Ocracoke Island ferries suspended

Authorities in Dare County are already preparing for the storm. On Friday, county officials declared a state of emergency for Hatteras Island and ordered all visitors off the island. Residents are not being asked to leave.

Late score gives UNC victory over rival Duke and possession of the Victory Bell
Late score gives UNC victory over rival Duke and possession of the Victory Bell

North Carolina is now 4-2 overall in Bill Belichick's second season in Chapel Hill.

Live: North Carolina leads Duke 17-13 in third quarter
Live: North Carolina leads Duke 17-13 in third quarter

Duke (4-1) takes on rival North Carolina (3-2) at Wallace Wade Stadium on Saturday. Sheppard is the nation's leader in rushing yards per game.

A low off the coast brings rough weather this weekend

An area of low pressure likely develops along the cold front that arrives tonight. Rough surf is likely along the NC coast this weekend. HWY 12 could become impacted with ocean over wash.

Durham firefighter killed in line of duty honored with celebration of life this weekend

Family, friends and first responders will gather this weekend to remember the life of Andrew Brokes, a Durham firefighter killed in the line of duty.

Blocked punt helps UNC to 10-0 lead at Duke; Blue Devils' RB Sheppard earns start
Blocked punt helps UNC to 10-0 lead at Duke; Blue Devils' RB Sheppard earns start

Duke (4-1) takes on rival North Carolina (3-2) at Wallace Wade Stadium on Saturday. Sheppard is the nation's leader in rushing yards per game.

Rain slowly moves out, clearing with a chilly night ahead

The strong cold front that passed has brought much cooler air to the region, and we'll be chilly with skies clearing up through Sunday morning. More cool weather is on tap into next week!

Duke star running back Nate Sheppard a game-time decision for game vs. North Carolina
Duke star running back Nate Sheppard a game-time decision for game vs. North Carolina

Duke (4-1) takes on rival North Carolina (3-2) at Wallace Wade Stadium on Saturday. Sheppard is the nation's leader in rushing yards per game.

Cool, fall-like Saturday; windy and temperatures in the 50s

A strong cold front brings in a rush of much cooler air for the weekend.

State of emergency declared for Hatteras Island; live look at NC 12

Authorities in Dare County are already preparing for the storm. On Friday, county officials declared a state of emergency for Hatteras Island and ordered all visitors off the island. Residents are not being asked to leave.

Dramatic cool down Saturday following three straight days of record heat.

A strong cold front brings in a rush of much cooler air for the weekend.

False-alarm bomb threat on Main Street Clayton Saturday morning
False-alarm bomb threat on Main Street Clayton Saturday morning

Police swept the area with explosive-detection-trained K9s, and they said they found no bomb or threat.

Cool down after a third day streak of record-heat

We broke another daily high temperature record today at RDU. It's the last warm day. A strong cold front brings back the fall feel this weekend.

Weekend weather maker to bring rain, gusts and a big drop in temperatures

We broke another daily high temperature record today at RDU. It's the last warm day. A strong cold front brings back the fall feel this weekend.

Here comes fall: Strong cold front brings rain and big temperature drop on Saturday

We broke another daily high temperature record today at RDU. It's the last warm day. A strong cold front brings back the fall feel this weekend.

Coastal low-pressure system expected during weekend cold front; evacuation order on Hatteras Island
Coastal low-pressure system expected during weekend cold front; evacuation order on Hatteras Island

Authorities in Dare County are already preparing for the storm. On Friday, county officials declared a state of emergency for Hatteras Island and ordered all visitors off the island. Residents are not being asked to leave.

'Regenerative' food labels are everywhere: Here’s why you may want to look twice

A “regenerative” claim may sound environmentally friendly, but the word alone doesn’t tell you how the food was produced.

The Latest: Teacher threw cellphone and tackled gunman who killed 4 at Oregon school, police say
The Latest: Teacher threw cellphone and tackled gunman who killed 4 at Oregon school, police say

A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot by a person at the scene who pursued him into the school. That's according to the chief of police. Authorities say the three children killed were aged 5, 8 and 11. A 7-year-o...

Early voting begins in North Carolina. Here's where to vote and what to know

In-person early voting begins Oct. 15 across North Carolina. Here's how to find your polling place, what photo ID you'll need and how to register if you missed the deadline.

Fact-check: What happens in North Carolina if a poll worker marks your ballot?

Elections officials in North Carolina and other states are correcting recycled and “still false” social media claims about how ballots are counted.

Republican Tillis expects GOP 'bloodbath' in midterm elections
Republican Tillis expects GOP 'bloodbath' in midterm elections

Tillis, the departing senior U.S. senator from North Carolina, says his fellow Republicans need to do more to attract unaffiliated voters.

JD Vance heading to Hendersonville as Trump admin. ramps up NC rallies before election
JD Vance heading to Hendersonville as Trump admin. ramps up NC rallies before election

Vice President J.D. Vance is expected to hold a rally in western North Carolina on Monday, followed by President Donald Trump's visit to eastern North Carolina on Tuesday.

The Latest: Trump's new press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving post after a rocky start
The Latest: Trump's new press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving post after a rocky start

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is transitioning out of the role after a brief and rough tenure as President Donald Trump’s chief spokeswoman. A person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press that Zacharia is transitioning out of the job. The person was granted anonymity to .

Record highs for the third day in a row

We broke another daily high temperature record today at RDU. It's the last warm day. A strong cold front brings back the fall feel this weekend.

Bystander who killed Oregon school shooter is father of two students
Bystander who killed Oregon school shooter is father of two students

The man who cut short a deadly rampage at an Oregon elementary school by fatally shooting the 16-year-old attacker was the father of two students at the school, the man’s mother told reporters.

More record-breaking heat on Friday, then big cooldown this weekend

Summer-like heat sticks around through Friday before our next cold front arrives for the weekend.

RDU flight delays cost travelers hundreds. How do they get that money back?
RDU flight delays cost travelers hundreds. How do they get that money back?

A travel advisor shares insights on how to exercise your rights and protections when unexpected disruptions occur, such as the ground stops and flight delays at RDU Airport earlier this week.

DNA expert to return to stand Friday in Faith Hedgepeth murder trial

A DNA expert is expected to return to the stand Friday as testimony continues in the murder trial of the man accused of killing UNC student Faith Hedgepeth.

Canes turning to top prospects with Hall considered 'week to week' with upper-body injury
Canes turning to top prospects with Hall considered 'week to week' with upper-body injury

Carolina's top two picks in the 2023 NHL Draft will be with the Carolina Hurricanes on their annual State Fair road trip.

Wake Co. sees big turnout for day 1 of early voting. Here's where to vote and what to know

In-person early voting begins Oct. 15 across North Carolina. Here's how to find your polling place, what photo ID you'll need and how to register if you missed the deadline.