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Tropical Depression 19 not likely to impact North Carolina

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9 months ago

November 14, 2024

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-14 08:57:44

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Cat Campbell reports that potential tropical cyclone number 19 may soon be named Sarah, expected to develop by the weekend. Currently moving west at 6 mph with top winds of 30 mph, it is located east of Honduras and could pass over the Yucatan Peninsula. The system may gain intensity in the Gulf of Mexico next week, potentially impacting Florida. Forecast models suggest the storm could approach the eastern U.S. as high pressure shifts east. While impacts to North Carolina are unlikely, monitoring will continue for the Southeast, particularly Florida, mid to late next week.

The National Weather Service on Wednesday started forecasting a track for the next tropical system. Potential Tropical Cyclone 19 is now Tropical Depression 19, with winds of 35 mph and a location east of Honduras in the Caribbean. The good news is hurricane chances are trending much lower. WRAL meteorologists said this system may remain weak and messy after land interaction, which makes it a much lower threat for Florida and the U.S.

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Two people unaccounted for in Spring Lake after flash flooding

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11 hours ago

August 6, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-08-06 18:31:06

SUMMARY: Two people are missing in Spring Lake after severe flash flooding. Heavy rain has caused significant flooding, especially near East Nash Street and Highway 581 around US64, resulting in road closures. Emergency crews from Nash County, including sheriffs, state troopers, and swiftwater rescue teams, are actively searching for the missing individuals. One officer swept away earlier was safely located. Floodwaters remain dangerously high, prompting warnings for residents to exercise caution. Reporters on scene emphasize the seriousness of the situation and the ongoing heavy rainfall, promising live updates as rescue efforts continue.

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Ideas for helping NC child care industry are solidifying, but a top suggestion faces headwinds

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1 day ago

August 6, 2025

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ncnewsline.com – Lynn Bonner – 2025-08-06 05:00:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina’s Child Care Task Force, led by Gov. Josh Stein, Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt, and Sen. Jim Burgin, is addressing child care affordability, workforce pay, and financial stability, especially in rural areas. Child care providers struggle financially due to low subsidies and high costs, with infant care averaging $11,720 annually statewide. Owners like Halee Hartley and Annette Anderson-Samuels work multiple jobs to sustain their centers. The task force prioritizes raising minimum subsidy reimbursement rates to support providers equitably across counties. Discussions include establishing a child care endowment fund, leveraging philanthropy to supplement funding amid uncertain state and federal budgets.

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Court docs show Harris Lake boating suspect had prior legal troubles

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1 day ago

August 5, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-08-05 20:56:42

SUMMARY: Court documents reveal Quinton Kite, charged with causing a deadly boating accident at Harris Lake that killed a 10-year-old girl and critically injured a woman, had prior legal troubles. Kite was out on a $15,000 bond from a December 2023 felony hit-and-run charge involving Alex Meyers, who was seriously injured but survived. Dashcam and security footage showed Kite’s damaged truck after leaving the crash scene. Meyers expressed frustration that earlier legal action might have prevented the tragedy. Additionally, court records from New Mexico show Kite pleaded no contest to a 2009 DUI charge, completed probation, and attended DWI school.