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Unofficial results from the 2026 North Carolina primary show outcomes for statewide, congressional and state legislative races, with local Triangle results tracked for Durham, Orange and Wake counties and the city of Raleigh. Polls closed at 7:30 p.m., with voting extended to 8:30 p.m. due to a polling-place setup issue; winners move on to the Nov. 3 general election and updates continue as officials tally results.
The National Weather Service expects 6–8 inches of snow across the Triangle, with Raleigh around 8–10 inches and Durham 6–8; snowfall begins Friday evening and continues through Sunday morning, though some areas may see 10 inches or more and up to 12–14 inches locally along the I‑95 corridor. The system brings extreme cold, gusty winds (25–35 mph inland, higher near the coast), and potential blizzard conditions on the Outer Banks, with wind chills near or below zero. Gov. Stein declared a state of emergency, and DOT will apply salt and sand; residents should stay off roads Friday night. Snow should end by Sunday morning with sunshine and melting to follow Monday.
Andru Marino explores his fascination with uniquely shaped notebooks, the Triangle and Sidekick, which inspire him to doodle and rethink note-taking, despite some practical limitations. These quirky objects serve as artistic experiments that encourage creativity and unconventional use, appealing especially to artists and doodlers.
A level 2 storm risk for most of the Triangle and a level 3 risk for the Sandhills is expected on Friday evening, with the potential for damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and heavy rain. Another system is forecast to bring more rain on Monday and Tuesday, followed by potentially the coldest air of the winter season so far.
A Flood Watch is in effect for the entire Triangle area in North Carolina until Monday due to a level 3 storm impact, with heavy rainfall of 2-4 inches and wind gusts of 25-35mph. Power outages are possible. The storm is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy downpours, with the strongest winds and highest rain totals expected in areas from Raleigh to the east. The worst of the storm should be over by early Monday morning, but lingering clouds and showers are expected throughout the day. Some snow and icy roads may be seen in the Appalachians and North Carolina mountains.
A flood watch is in effect for the entire Triangle area until Monday, with rainfall between 2-4 inches and wind gusts of 25-35mph, which could potentially cause power outages. The storm is expected to bring strong winds and possible flooding, with the highest rain totals and strongest winds expected in areas from Raleigh to the east. The threat of severe weather has shifted to the east and coast, and the worst of the storm should be over by early Monday morning.
Google Fiber is set to launch its ultra-fast 20-gigabit internet service in the Triangle, with installations expected to begin in the first quarter of 2024. Priced at $250 per month, the service offers faster Wi-Fi known as Wi-Fi 7 and significantly reduces latency, benefiting video streaming, gaming, and large data file transfers. This speed surpasses any other commercially available service in the Triangle, with AT&T and EarthLink offering access up to 5 gig. Google Fiber also offers an 8 gig service at $150 per month, with lower-tier options starting at $70 for 1 gig.
The local Jewish community in the Triangle area is planning a gathering on Monday night to show support for Israel, where the ongoing conflict is deeply affecting many. Some Americans are trapped in Israel, seeking a way out of the danger zone. The U.S. military is moving assets closer to Israel and working on a plan to evacuate Americans. Meanwhile, the Palestinian community is also rallying in support of a free Palestine and an end to the blockade on Gaza.
The Triangle area in North Carolina is facing a rare level 3 severe weather risk, with the potential for damaging wind gusts, hail, and isolated tornadoes. A heat advisory is also in place, with feels-like temperatures expected to exceed 105 degrees. Dry and slightly more comfortable conditions are expected overnight, but the next chance for storms is on Thursday.
This weekend in the Triangle, there are plenty of events to enjoy, including free live music and food trucks at the Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill, a First Friday celebration at Oak City Brewing Company in Knightdale, a free concert series at Durham's Central Park featuring Grammy nominee Rissi Palmer, a superhero-themed geek and grub market at Fred Fletcher Park in Raleigh, and an outdoor movie screening of Dirty Dancing at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Additionally, there will be a block party in Durham's Central Park and a free boxing class in Raleigh's Moore Square on Sunday.
A cold front this weekend will bring scattered showers and isolated storms, with a level 2 risk of severe storms along Interstate 95 and across the Triangle. The storms could impact the North Carolina's biggest craft beer festival, Brewgaloo, taking place in Raleigh on Saturday. Scattered showers and storms could happen in late morning and last into the early evening, with another round of downpours expected in the afternoon and evening in certain areas around lunch time.
EA Sports has revealed the new logo design for its post-FIFA football game, now called EA Sports FC, which takes inspiration from the triangle formed by players' passes. However, fans are confused and unimpressed, with some suggesting the sharp angles make it look more like a logo for a racing game, while others are unsure what letters the logo represents.