Good morning, central N.C.! Here's what you need to know today.

The electric vehicle industry has recently made moves to build its presence in North Carolina, but recent changes by the Trump administration has made growth difficult, data shows.
Several companies announced multi-billion dollar projects, including Toyota, which is working on a U.S. battery plant, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast, which is building a plant.
Despite this, the EV industry in the U.S. is experiencing obstacles because of the Trump administration.

Your Weather Planner

After a nice break from stormy weather Tuesday, we'll enjoy another mainly dry day Wednesday with just a bit more cloud cover. Expect a cool and sunny start Wednesday in the 50s. As temperatures climb through the day, you'll see cloud cover increasing.

By the afternoon, expect a mix of sun and clouds as temperatures max out in the lower 80s for many.

Wednesday will likely be our last dry day before a few afternoon storms return to the forecast for the last couple of days of the week.

Get the full forecast of areas around the state:
Charlotte | Triad | Triangle | Coastal | Mountains


Watch the latest local news and get your Weather on the 1s.

Around North Carolina

1. Fayetteville leaders approve curfew to combat recent rise in gun violence

Fayetteville City Council passed a new curfew Monday night in an 8-2 vote. The curfew, effective immediately, requires anyone 16 years old or younger to be off the streets by 11 p.m. The measure is in response to a recent rise in gun violence incidents.

2. Nurse practitioners fight for more rights through bill, some physicians pushing back

The APRN Full Practice Authority bill aims to grant Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in North Carolina the ability to practice independently. The change scraps the outdated rules on needing doctors and formal agreements.

3. Bitty and Beau's Winston-Salem prepares to close

Bitty and Beau's is a coffee shop franchise that employs people with special needs. The company was founded in Wilmington by Amy and Ben Wright and has expanded to 11 states. The Winston-Salem location is closing May 27, letting go of 20 workers.

Around The Nation

1. North Carolina's Tillis, a key GOP vote, won't back Trump pick for top DC prosecutor over Jan. 6 ties

2. Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings still uncertain about who should follow Pope Francis

3. Israel's military says it has fully disabled Yemen's main airport with airstrikes

Editor's Pick - N.C. bill looks to move slow drivers out of left lane

State lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to slow traffic in the left lane of an interstate or highway. The bill was proposed by State Rep. Ray Pickett, a Republican representing Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga counties. He said he proposed the bill after sitting in traffic during his commute to the North Carolina General Assembly.