We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. 

Your Weather Planner

Showers will gradually dissipate overnight after producing heavy rainfall Thursday. There was some localized flash flooding. The area of low pressure responsible for the downpours and strong thunderstorms will move out of the area on Friday.

Low clouds and fog may reduce visibility overnight into early Friday morning. Temperatures will drop to the middle and upper 60s by sunrise.

Friday will be mostly dry with sunshine in the afternoon following a cloudy morning. Temperatures will peak in the upper 80s to lower 90s. There's a slight chance for an isolated storm by evening, especially in areas west of U.S. 1.

Expect higher chances for afternoon and evening storms this weekend. Fueled by fairly hot afternoon temperatures, some of the weekend storms could be strong with damaging wind gusts and hail.

Get the full forecast for areas across the state: Charlotte | Triad | Triangle | Coastal | Mountains

Today's Big Stories

1. 180 jobs will be lost as Alpek announces closure of Fayetteville plant

Alpek said it will cease operations at its DAK Americas Cedar Creek facility by July 31. The Mexico-based company said the closure will allow it to save about $20 million annually starting in 2026. The plant makes plastic products.

2. Bail revoked for suspect, 2 more sought in mass shooting at Catawba Co. house party

As the search continues for two suspects in a deadly mass shooting at a Catawba County house party, one man charged in the outburst of violence remains in jail after a judge revoked his bond in an earlier case. Garon Nathaniel Killian, 20, of Lenoir, is one of four suspects held so far in the Sunday shooting near Hickory.

3. Student-led challenge helping to fight food insecurity on N.C. campus

Davidson-Davie Community College is using its winnings in a statewide challenge to boost efforts to ensure students don’t go hungry.  The school recently was named a Sector Hunger Champion for Community College Campuses in the N.C. Collegiate Hunger Challenge. 

4. 'She got nothing but love': Mother shares daughter's experience at now-closed Asheville Academy

As allegations of abuse, neglect and tragedy surround Asheville Academy for Girls, one mother is sharing a different story — one of healing, hope and transformation. Jill Sanders said the now-shuttered residential treatment facility changed her daughter’s life for the better.

5. Tying it Together: Gov. Josh Stein on growing up, possible FEMA cuts and the state budget

Gov. Josh Stein talks about what it’s like living in the Executive Mansion, his father’s role in opening the state’s first integrated law firm and how he met the first lady.

Your Notes for Tomorrow

  • The Employment Situation: Unemployment rate, average workweek, average hourly earnings, manufacturing payrolls, nonfarm payrolls
  • WorldPride Washington, D.C., celebration of LGBT rights running through June 8
  • National Gun Violence Awareness Day
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