Nonprofit delivers hope and homes to North Carolina families impacted by Helene

Prior to Helene, Appalachia Service Project focused on finding permanent housing for people, but quickly changed course after the storm. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — A North Carolina nonprofit used to focus on finding permanent housing for people, but that...

Flood victims navigate insurance, federal relief as Glendale's mayor expresses frustration

GLENDALE, Wis. — As flood victims navigate insurance and possible federal aid, Glendale's mayor is expressing frustration over the recovery process. For residents like Shannon Johnson, a new mother and homeowner, last month's flooding left her...

North Carolina Weather Alert: Coastal Flood Advisory in Wilmington Through Sunday Evening

WILMINGTON, N.C. — Coastal North Carolina residents should prepare for flooding risks and unsettled weather through Sunday evening as a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect. Rising Tides and Storm Threats The National Weather Service in...

North Carolina Weather Alert: Newport Faces Monday Thunderstorm Risk and Heavy Rain

NEWPORT, N.C. — Drivers in Carteret County should brace for slick roads and poor visibility Monday as thunderstorms sweep across eastern North Carolina. Storms to Hit Monday Afternoon The National Weather Service in Morehead City reports that...

How can we rein in campaign spending?

In fewer than 60 days the filing period opens for candidates to run in the March 3 primary elections. The window opens Dec. 1 and closes Dec. 19. Before we become involved in specific races, candidates and issues let’s consider how we can improve...

North Carolina Weather Alert: Hazardous Surf and Rip Currents Today

WILMINGTON, N.C. — Coastal residents and visitors should use caution at the beaches today as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington warns of hazardous surf, strong rip currents, and minor tidal flooding risks. Dangerous Conditions for...

Experts independently resurrect Census Bureau advisory committee axed by Trump...

Unlike in past meetings, no Census Bureau staffers will be involved directly or indirectly during Thursday's conference. “Will our scientific advice still find an ear at the Census Bureau? I do not know,” said University of North Carolina...

North Carolina Weather: Rising Rain Chances This Workweek, Here’s When to Expect Showers

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Sunshine and low humidity will dominate North Carolina’s weekend weather, but by early next week, conditions will shift as clouds build and rain chances rise across the state. Clouds and Showers Likely By Midweek Highs in the...

DEADLY CHEMICALS that last forever in the environment and the human body now discovered in NEARLY ALL BEER in USA

DEADLY CHEMICALS that last forever in the environment and the human body now discovered in NEARLY ALL BEER in USA If you thought having a couple beers when you get home from work or at the cookout was pretty harmless, think again. Per- and...

Critics say N.C. law will derail health, environmental rulemaking

High levels of PFAS have been discovered in public and private drinking water sources in North Carolina. Photo: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences If you want a sense of just how complicated and drawn-out state rulemaking can get,...

Trump admin cuts $38.4 million in research funding at UNC: climate change, AIDS, DEI

Andy Johns, The University’s senior associate vice chancellor for research, said approximately 80 percent of UNC research has historically been funded by the federal government. “But what we've been seeing is that the administration, through the...

Nuclear fuel recycling gains traction for advanced reactors

Efforts to stand up nuclear fuel recycling projects accelerated this month with two major announcements — easing concern that the United States is moving too slowly to develop a supply chain for advanced reactors. Curio, based in Washington, D.C.,...

North Carolina Courage wins 2-1 against Angel City FC

Saturday, September 13, 2025 8:59PM Watch Eyewitness News, First Alert Weather, and original programming. CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- The North Carolina Courage face off against Angel City FC in a home game on Saturday, winning 2-1 at the First Horizon...

NCDOT outlines plans to tackle Helene-related projects

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Roads are the backbone of the economy, and during Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina experienced $5 billion in damage to its transportation system. On Wednesday, North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)...

Prepare for the worst

As the sunlight fades to darkness, rain puddles turn to roaring floods, gentle breezes turn into gale force winds and the quietness of the room is interrupted by the blaring sound of an evacuation notice, the last thing you want to do is be caught...

How Climate Change Is Increasing Landslide Risk Worldwide

The landslide behind my neighbor’s backyard doesn’t exist—not according to the New York State landslide map or Greene County’s hazard-mitigation plan or the federal inventory managed by the U.S. Geological Survey. But when you’re standing in the...

Northeast Ohio weather: Drought likely worsening; rain-free through the weekend

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The “blocking pattern” that has been keeping things very dry will continue through the rest of the week. Our fair-weather friend, high pressure, is currently overhead, and our weather will remain exceptionally quiet for...

Flood Watch in effect for several NC counties

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 1:37PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- A Flood Watch is in effect for parts of North Carolina until Wednesday morning. A coastal low pressure system has been bringing periods of heavy rain to central North Carolina since Monday...

Amid environmental cuts, NC group launches online clean air academy

The Trump administration is reducing or eliminating environmental regulations and scientific funding. Advocacy groups and some state agencies are increasing their efforts to address the resulting gap. In North Carolina, federal cutbacks have...

Final burst of rain for mid-Atlantic as coastal storm slams Virginia, North Carolina with high winds, flooding

The coastal storm that slammed Virginia and North Carolina is mostly onshore over Virginia. Widespread heavy rain remains likely into early Wednesday. Most areas will see 2 to 3 inches of rain, with pockets of 3 to 5 inches possible depending on...