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The First Hurricane Season Outlook Drops Today From Colorado State University

One of the biggest storylines this year isn’t just in the Atlantic, it’s happening in the Pacific. There are growing signs that a “Super El Niño” could develop as we head into the peak of hurricane season. A typical El Niño means warmer-than-average water in the Pacific. A Super El Niño takes that even further, with temperatures running about 1.5 to 2°C above normal, which can have a stronger influence on weather patterns. Right now, some of the latest guidance from NOAA and the ECMWF suggests there’s roughly a 1-in-3 chance we could reach those levels by late summer or early fall.

Early morning frost concerns turning into sunny skies

As we move through the end of the week, that high pressure system shifts offshore, and our winds begin to turn in from the east and south. That’s what helps kick off the warm-up. By Friday, you’ll really start to feel the difference with milder mornings and warmer afternoons.

Light Rail Stabbing Suspect's Mental Health

Man accused of killing woman on light rail train incapable to proceed with charges

The mental health of a man accused of stabbing a woman to death on a Charlotte Light Rail train is now a topic in the courtroom. A medical professional looked into DeCarlos Brown's mental state and they say he's incapable to proceed with state charges.

An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit

A U.S. Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist.

Former Union County commissioner Gary Sides dies after cancer battle

A member of the Union County Board of Commissioners, who announced his retirement last week, has died.

March smashes record as most abnormally hot month for continental US, federal meteorologists say

March has been the hottest month on record for the continental United States in 132 years.

Patchy frost possible tonight

Below average temperatures tonight will lead to patchy frost before another dry and pleasant Thursday. Temperatures climb back to the 80s by the weekend.