Slightly cooler Sunday ahead of summer-like heat next week
Morning lows will be a bit milder Sunday starting out in the 50s. Highs will climb to the 80s, and we are forecasting 90s for a good portion of next week!
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Nation/World
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Politifact
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NC Capitol
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Education
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WRAL In Depth
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HighschoolOT
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Family
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Smartshopper
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Good News
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Offbeat
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Investigations
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Business
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