Good evening, central N.C. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. 

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 early Wednesday morning 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 for areas across the state: Charlotte | Triad | Triangle | Coastal | Mountains

Today's Big Stories

1. Fayetteville leaders approve teen curfew

Anyone 16 or younger must be off the streets of the city by 11 p.m. in a move that officials hope will help curb recent incidents of gun violence. 

2. How Trump is affecting N.C.’s electric vehicle industry

The state has become a hub of the electric vehicle industry, with companies such as Toyota and VinFast building plants here. But under the Trump administration, the EV industry in the U.S. suddenly is facing some big bumps in the road.

3. N.C. bill looks to move slow drivers out of left lane

State Rep. Ray Pickett, a Republican representing Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga counties, said he proposed the bill after sitting in traffic during his commute to the North Carolina General Assembly. 

4. Nurse practitioners fight for more rights through bill, some physicians push back

A proposal in the General Assembly aims to grant advanced practice registered nurses in North Carolina the ability to practice independently and would end rules on needing doctors. Proponents say the changes would affect the occupation and address geographical gaps in care.

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

When the conclave opens Wednesday, cardinals say the main focus is to find a pope who can be both a pastor and a teacher, a bridge who can unite the church and preach peace.

Your Notes for Tomorrow

  • Conclave to elect new pope
  • TSA REAL ID enforcement begins
  • Energy Secretary Chris Wright testifies at House Appropriations Committee hearing
  • Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins testifies at House Appropriations Committee hearing
  • FBI Director Kash Patel testifies at House Appropriations Committee hearing
  • Blues Hall of Fame induction ceremony
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