We’re also following the Canes' win against the New York Rangers, and multiple cars were smashed in the middle of a highway. Plus, dogs being abused at the groomer caught on camera. Watch WRAL-TV at 11 p.m., and search these and other stories on WRAL.com.

On WRAL at 11 : A wet week on tap. Which day we could see the most rain and the chance for a rumble of thunder

North Carolina is a hotbed for hurricanes. Here are the best tips and facts for hurricane season in NC.

Hurricane season begins June 1. Here's what every North Carolina resident needs to know

Hurricane Season in NC

The Raleigh City Council has launched a $5 million pilot program to move people out of camps and into permanent housing.

In Depth with Dan: Examining Raleigh's growing homelessness problem

Raleigh program aims to help homeless find housing

A 29-year-old man serving time for second-degree murder escaped from the Brown Creek Correctional Institute early Saturday, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. 

<b>POLKTON, N.C.</b> — A 29-year-old man serving time for second-degree murder escaped from the Brown Creek Correctional Institute early Saturday, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.

Authorities said Kristopher McNeil, who was in the prison's minimum-security unit, was discovered missing shortly after midnight. They believe he scaled the facility's fence.

McNeil is serving a 14-year sentence for second-degree murder, and he was scheduled for release in 2018.

Anyone with information about McNeil's whereabouts should call local law enforcement officials or the Brown Creek Correctional Institution at 704-694-2622.

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Inmate serving time for second-degree murder escapes from central NC prison

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"How could you just abandon somebody like that knowing good and well that I was not in the right spot?" Kamille Richardson asked.

Blind woman stranded in Raleigh after Uber driver drops her off at wrong location

Uber driver leaves blind passenger abandoned more than a mile away from destination

After a calm Monday, we'll see on-and-off rain all day on Tuesday.

Grab your umbrella: Week of rain and storms in the forecast

Unsettled weather returns, Tuesday, May 14, through Wednesday, May 15

According to the Danville Police Department, officers received a tip of prior animal abuse at a pet grooming store on Hairston Street in Danville. In the complaint, a video showed the employee, identified as 22-year-old Cassidy Gill, striking a dog in January and February. The video in the complaint was shared with other social media accounts, including PETA.

Roxboro woman filmed hitting dogs arrested, charged with animal cruelty in Virginia

Photo of woman accused of animal cruelty at pet grooming salon

NEW YORK (AP) -- Jordan Staal and Yevgeny Kuznetsov scored 3:06 apart in the third period, and the Carolina Hurricanes got four goals in the third for a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers in Game 5 of the second-round playoff series on Monday night, staving off elimination for the second straight game.

Hurricanes score 4 in third period, rally to beat Rangers 4-1 and for Game 6 in Raleigh

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WRAL News has reached out to authorities in the area about what caused the crash and if there are any injuries.

Troopers: Crash Monday in Cumberland County caused by 150-mph chase, driver at large

Crash scene in Cumberland County

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Durham County commissioners are presenting their proposed budget for the county for the 2025 fiscal year.

Durham County commissioners present budget proposal for 2025 fiscal year

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

Community members and loved ones of fallen law enforcement officers come together in Raleigh to remember and honor heroes for their service and sacrifices.

Remembering heroes: 23 fallen officers honored in Raleigh

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The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Board of Trustees also set a $134.9 million budget for the 2024-25 school year.

UNC trustees critical of Cunningham, to review athletic department amid budget concerns

Cormac Ryan and his UNC teammates

After failing to score in the first two periods, the Carolina Hurricanes dominate the final 20 minutes and force Game 6 in Raleigh on Thursday.

Canes explode for four goals in the third period, beat Rangers 4-1

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DENVER (AP) — Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin was suspended for at least six months without pay and placed in stage 3 of the league's player assistance program before Game 4 on Monday night of a second-round series with Dallas.

Avs forward Valeri Nichushkin suspended for at least 6 months an hour before Game 4 against Stars

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NBA teams were told Monday that Bronny James, the son of the Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James, has been medically cleared to play in the league and is expected to participate in the draft combine this week, a person with knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press.