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Strong thunderstorms are possible in the Carolinas on Sunday afternoon and evening, with potential for damaging straight-line winds and localized flooding. The forecast warns of increasingly oppressive heat throughout the upcoming week, with highs reaching the low to mid-90s and heat index values around 100 degrees due to humidity. Individuals are advised to stay hydrated and exercise caution in the heat.

The Carolinas are transitioning into a normal August weather pattern featuring hot, humid conditions with high temperatures reaching the low 90s. Residents should anticipate afternoon chances of thunderstorms fueled by abundant humidity, though severe threats remain limited. These oppressive heat and humidity levels are expected to persist into next week.

The Japanese beetle is spreading across France, with experts warning its establishment is inevitable. Two specimens were discovered in Piedmont, Italy.

Elizabeth Johnson won a $1,500 judgment against her neighbor for damaging her decorative gas lamp post but struggled to collect the payment. After the neighbor ignored court orders, a gas company, Piedmont, stepped in to remove the charges and take over debt collection.

North Carolina's wine industry is gaining recognition for its quality and diversity, highlighted by the 2026 North Carolina Wine Competition which received 364 entries from 51 producers. The competition emphasizes rigorous, blind-tasting evaluations to ensure fairness, showcasing wines from regions like the Blue Ridge Mountains and Piedmont, with varieties including Cabernet Franc, Petit Manseng, and muscadine grapes.

A slow-moving cold front will bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the Charlotte metro, Piedmont, and Foothills regions through Thursday evening. A flood watch is in effect for the area.

Japanese beetles, first detected near Milan in 2014, are spreading through northern Italy’s vineyards and orchards, damaging plants by eating leaf pulp and weakening production. Farmers report the pests advancing up terraced vineyards, with no natural predators and larvae feeding on grass roots, threatening agricultural output in the Po River Valley.

Japanese beetles are spreading through northern Italy's vineyards and orchards, damaging plants by eating leaves and reducing production. Native to Japan, the beetles were first detected in Europe near Milan in 2014 and are now a priority pest for the EU due to their lack of natural predators and ability to destroy crops.

Japanese beetles, native to Japan, are spreading through northern Italy's vineyards and orchards, damaging plants by creating lattice patterns in leaves and reducing production. First detected near Milan in 2014, the beetles have moved to regions like Lombardy and Piedmont, with no natural predators and a broad plant diet listed as a EU priority pest.

Piedmont is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit related to its racist history. Attorneys argue that a Black family displaced in 1924 missed the three-year deadline to sue.

Thursday's weather forecast predicts dry and sunny conditions in the morning, followed by scattered evening showers and storms. Temperatures have remained in the mid- to upper 90s since July began, with feels-like temperatures exceeding 100 in the Piedmont region.

Severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts are possible this afternoon in the Carolinas, followed by a dangerous heat wave next week that will bring heat indices exceeding 100 degrees through the July 4th weekend. The heat wave, driven by an upper-level ridge, will suppress storm activity and raise temperatures 5-10 degrees above normal.

AI-generated social media posts are targeting Oakland's mayor, with a Piedmont-raised political activist creating a network of websites and accounts to criticize progressive politicians.

The Carolinas face dangerous heat and humidity this weekend with scattered storms on Saturday and potentially severe storms on Sunday. High temperatures near 95°F and heat indexes up to 105°F are expected, with relief arriving Monday as a cold front brings cooler temperatures.

A 10-year-old Alabama girl, Katheryn Bigbee, was found dead in a home, leading to a juvenile being charged with murder. The family and community mourn her 'bright and joyful' spirit, while authorities continue investigating the cause of death.

The lone survivor of a 2024 Cybertruck crash in Piedmont sued Tesla, alleging design flaws in the vehicle's electronic doors trapped him during the incident. The lawsuit claims the doors failed to open, contributing to the severity of the crash.