Tens of billions in Hurricane Helene aid to start by March 21

Tens of billions in Hurricane Helene aid to start by March 21

5 minutes ago Flooding from Helene in Asheville, NC (Photo: MGN/WGRZ-TV) ATLANTA (AP) — Tens of billions in aid for victims of Hurricane Helene should start flowing later this month, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins pledged Wednesday, but delays are already making it hard this year for some farmers to plant crops. Congress set a deadline of March 21 to hand out the money when it passed a $100 billion disaster relief package on Dec. 21. The…

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Severe weather threat this weekend

Severe weather threat this weekend

A risk of damaging winds and isolated tornadoes means you should stay alert for severe storms early Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is asking you to stay alert to severe weather Sunday. A passing line of storms could bring damaging winds and isolated tornadoes to the Carolinas. When The severe weather threat is forecast between 4 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday. Storms moving through the South on Friday and Saturday will…

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The Pick of the Week today; severe weather chances by the end of the weekend

The Pick of the Week today; severe weather chances by the end of the weekend

Sunday is officially a Weather Alert Day for the Charlotte area. A mean line of storms will drag widespread severe storms across multiple states Friday-Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Today It’s sunny skies and unseasonably warm temperatures. Highs will be in the upper 70s to around 80. 80 degrees is the warmest high so far in 2025. Today will either tie or surpass that number. Tonight will be mostly clear with lows in the upper 40s…

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Chimney Rock business rebuilds with state support after hurricane

Chimney Rock business rebuilds with state support after hurricane

Among the guests, Debbie Dalton of Mecklenburg County whose son Hunte died of a fentanyl overdose in 2016. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein will deliver his first State of the State Address, focusing on his vision for the state’s future while emphasizing ongoing recovery efforts in the western part of the state following Hurricane Helene. The governor plans to urge the General Assembly to prioritize investments in economic opportunity, workforce development, families…

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FEMA deadline for Hurricane Helene recovery aid to governments, nonprofits extended

FEMA deadline for Hurricane Helene recovery aid to governments, nonprofits extended

Last week, the governor’s office extended the deadline for individual victims of Helene. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In a move that should provide additional relief to thousands of North Carolinian organizations still recovering from Hurricane Helene, FEMA granted North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein’s request for a 30-day extension to apply for state, tribal, and local governments, as well as nonprofit organizations.  Last week, the governor’s office extended the deadline for individuals. The previous deadline for both…

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Sellers and Rantanen are among the NHL trade deadline winners. Hurricanes and Boeser are some losers

Sellers and Rantanen are among the NHL trade deadline winners. Hurricanes and Boeser are some losers

5 minutes ago Credit: NHL Chris Patrick woke up Friday morning to see what trades around the NHL he missed. Quickly, the Washington Capitals’ first-year general manager figured out that his colleagues around the league weren’t bluffing about what they wanted in return. “Prices have gone up significantly,” he said to himself, then sending a second-round pick to archrival Pittsburgh for depth forward Anthony Beauvillier before the deadline Friday. “You had to decide, if you wanted to…

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FEMA deadline for Hurricane Helene recovery aid extended again

FEMA deadline for Hurricane Helene recovery aid extended again

The previous deadline was Saturday, March 8, 2025. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In a move that should provide additional relief to thousands of North Carolinians still recovering from Hurricane Helene, FEMA granted North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein’s request for a 30-day extension to apply for individual assistance. The previous deadline was Saturday, but now, the new deadline is April 7, 2025. “Thank you to FEMA and the Trump Administration for granting North Carolina’s request to extend…

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Tornado drills to take place at schools across North Carolina Friday morning

Tornado drills to take place at schools across North Carolina Friday morning

Friday morning, schools across the state are preparing for a tornado drill as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week. … The National Weather Service in cooperation with local broadcasters will conduct a statewide tornado drill on Friday, March 7. The alarm test will activate the Emergency Alert System and be carried by local radio broadcasters. The tornado drill was originally scheduled for Wednesday, but was rescheduled for Friday to avoid confusion; North Carolina had four tornado…

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Bill would make it easier for homeowners to afford upgrades to protect from storm damage

Bill would make it easier for homeowners to afford upgrades to protect from storm damage

A new bipartisan bill introduced in Congress aims to remove federal taxes on disaster mitigation grants, a move that could make stormproofing homes more affordable for North Carolinians. The Disaster Mitigation and Tax Parity Act, co-sponsored by Rep. Greg Murphy, R-N.C., and Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., would exclude catastrophe mitigation payments from taxable income, ensuring that homeowners who receive grants to strengthen their homes against hurricanes, floods and wildfires don’t face a tax burden. “Catastrophe…

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National Weather Service says EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County

National Weather Service says EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County

A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather. A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It covered approximately 2.2 miles on the ground in about three minutes before lifting to the sky. The storm caused damage to several structures in the area of Friendly Baptist Church and Ridge Road,…

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Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods, students shelter in place as tornado warning passes through Wake County

Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods, students shelter in place as tornado warning passes through Wake County

Large trees fell Wednesday in several Raleigh neighborhoods during the time that a tornado warning was issued for the area. Before 1 p.m., a large tree blocked the entrance to the Timbers Apartments off Millbrook Road. A line of cars formed, and residents couldn’t access the complex. WRAL News was there as a group of volunteers used handsaws and lifting power to remove the tree. The large tree was completely uprooted. A tornado has not…

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EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

Preliminary data from the National Weather Service indicates the tornado was on the ground for about three minutes Wednesday morning. INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. — A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather.  A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It covered approximately 2.2 miles on the ground in about…

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Carolina Hurricanes host Boston Bruins in pre-trade deadline game on WRAL

Carolina Hurricanes host Boston Bruins in pre-trade deadline game on WRAL

By WRAL Staff Boston Bruins Carolina Hurricanes ESPN+ | Thursday, March 6th 7:00 PM EST The Carolina Hurricanes host the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, and the game airs on WRAL. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET Thursday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh. The Hurricanes (36-22-4) are second in the Eastern Conference’s Metropolitan Division, trailing the Washington Capitals. This season, the Canes are on pace to make their seventh consecutive playoff appearance…

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Possible EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

Possible EF-1 tornado touched down in Union County, National Weather Service says

Preliminary data from the National Weather Service indicates the tornado was on the ground for about three minutes Wednesday morning. INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. — A preliminary investigation by the National Weather Service indicates an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds touched down in Union County during Wednesday morning’s severe weather.  A spokesperson for the NWS said the possible tornado touched down at approximately 8:34 a.m. It was on the ground for about three minutes before…

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Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods after tornado warning

Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods after tornado warning

Large trees fell Wednesday in several Raleigh neighborhoods during the time that a tornado warning was issued for the area. Before 1 p.m., a large tree blocked the entrance to the Timbers Apartments off Millbrook Road. A line of cars formed, and residents couldn’t access the complex. WRAL News was there as a group of volunteers used handsaws and lifting power to remove the tree. The large tree was completely uprooted. A tornado has not…

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