Scientists at Fayetteville State have developed a hemp-derived pesticide that stops beetle development and looks to be safe for use in chicken houses. specne.ws/zcmioU

Brian Hall, one of four school safety specialists for the district, led staff through security refreshers that included drills, visitor management and building walkthroughs. specne.ws/VtJdvi

#NASCAR released its schedule for the 2026 season, with NC tracks appearing four times. That includes the first points-paying race at North Wilkesboro since 1996. How do you feel about NASCAR’s 2026 schedule?

Groups on Topsail Island, Emerald Isle and Oak Island reported lost nests. Other beaches along the coast likely saw turtle nests damaged or destroyed in the storm. What we know >>> specne.ws/d5BJt4

Here's a look at the ocean flooding that is occurring in Buxton around the Cape Hatteras Motel, compared to normal. For those familiar, this is right as you are entering the town from the north. The rest of the town is around the corner to the right. #ncwx #obxwx #erin

Spectrum News 1 reporters and meteorologists are tracking the storm and its impacts on the North Carolina coast. Stay tuned to this live blog and on television to keep up to date with the latest: spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/n…

Charlotte Motor Speedway said in a release that Wheeler died peacefully of natural causes, surrounded by family. Read more >>> specne.ws/WJeEm2

The late morning view of Hurricane Erin off the North Carolina coast... #SpectrumNews1 #ncwx #HurricaneErin2025

For the first time in nearly 10 years, Barber-Scotia is moving students back on campus. See what is changing for the historically Black college. specne.ws/injfNy

N.C. educators say student mental health needs are increasing. See how two school districts are responding. specne.ws/raTCJa

In 2022 President Joe Biden signed bipartisan legislation enabling people exposed to toxic water at Lejeune to file claims against the federal government. specne.ws/yR4FCP

If you could give one of these athletes an injury-free career, who would you pick?

Follow the latest resources, developing storms in the tropics and more on air and online via the North Carolina Storm Season 2025 page: spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/w…

Take a look at the beaches via live cams from across the Tar Heel state this morning here: spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/coastal/new…

Chapel Hill police say someone set fire to the Siena Hotel this morning, and believe the suspect is still inside. The area is closed off. Here's what we know >>> specne.ws/ZmoZCf

Stephanie Smith has been a school nurse for 15 years. See how staffing challenges have changed the way she works. specne.ws/AF8LLV

If you needed one current Hollywood action star to save the day, who would it be? #FridayFeelGood

Howard “Humpy” Wheeler Jr. was known for his contributions to NASCAR and the community. See how he is being remembered. specne.ws/xz9dU7

The weather in the region has been all over the place this summer, from heat waves to buckets of rain. Here's how farmers are coping. specne.ws/R9Qsng

Knightdale Fire Department deployed six Swiftwater Rescue Team members to the coast Tuesday. specne.ws/PGkXkU