We're also tracking our return to drier weather this week after a WRAL Weather Alert Day. Plus, The Canes are keeping their head coach and the investigation into two police shootings. Watch WRAL-TV at 11 p.m., and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com.

On WRAL at 11: Headliner for Durham Bimbé Festival a no-show. Why Durham leaders say an investigation is needed

The North Carolina Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to ban anyone from wearing masks in public for health reasons, following an emotional debate about the wisdom of the proposal.


NC Senate votes to ban people from wearing masks in public for health reasons

Protestors gather in Graham 

A year later, the full impact of the North Carolina abortion law is becoming clearer for both supporters and opponents.

A year later, impact from NC's 12-week abortion ban coming into focus

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On the menu this week we have chicken parmesan, herb and garlic London broil and more!

This week includes a nice mix of different proteins including chicken, turkey, London broil and meatless meals. I am already looking forward to the Chicken Parmesan on Sunday!

Sandwich Night (the usual for our very busy Monday nights!)

Deli Smoked Turkey (from Food Lion using $1 off $5 Food Lion Deli coupon posted on the Wednesday grocery deals post)

Sarah Lee Honey Wheat Bread – bought at Harris Teeter yesterday on sale for $1.50 - .55 coupon that was doubled from 2/21 = .40 for the whole loaf!)

Borden Sensations sliced cheese - .19 for package with Harris Teeter Super Doubles

Wacky Mac tri-color pasta - free with sale and coupons a couple months ago

Barilla sauce – free with $1 coupon til Tuesday at Harris Teeter super doubles

Fresh pineapple ($1.99 for whole pineapple at Kroger last week)

Baked Ravioli with pasta sauce and parmesan cheese Frozen Ravioli BOGO at HT through 2/23 – using 2 12 oz packages) This is a great dish to batch cook. Make 2 pans of the baked ravioli and freeze one to use in a couple weeks.

More of the fresh pineapple from Monday night

Herb and garlic London broil in the crockpot (on sale for $2.59/lb at HT through 2/23)

Something easy since we are going to the circus with our youngest daughter’s Girl Scout Troop!

I am thinking maybe…..frozen pizza and Steamfresh veggies!

Chicken Parmesan with green peppers, onions and mushrooms (using the $1.66/lb chicken breast from Harris Teeter a couple weeks ago)

Ice cream sundaes using the .88 Blue Bunny ice cream at Food Lion (though 2/23 using $1.00 coupon listed on Wednesday deals post)

Monday meal plan

Baked Ravioli

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Saturday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day due to numerous thunderstorms brewing in the evening. We'll get a break from the rain on Sunday.


WRAL Weather Alert Day: Storms on the way out, dry Sunday on tap

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Despite announcements from organizers that Monica would be headlining the event, Monica shared on social media that she will not be in attendance -- and that she was never even booked.

Monica, Durham Bimbé Festival headliner, says she was never contacted about festival

Headliner of Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival unable to attend due to booking error

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour is staying in Raleigh. The Canes legend agreed to a contract extension with the team. The details of the extension are currently unknown.

Reports: Canes, Rod Brind'Amour agree to contract extension

Rod Brind'Amour vs. New York Rangers Game 4

Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard said that 13-year-old Isaiah Gaymes died around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday. Willard said he died at the Medical University of South Carolina from blunt force trauma.

Warrant: 13-year-old boy beaten to death with piece of wood, handgun

Isaiah Gaymes

The Roxboro Police Department is grieving the loss of a beloved and loyal police K-9 named Kilo, who passed away Saturday morning after ab unexpected medical emergency that began earlier in the week.

'Rest easy, good boy:' Roxboro police K-9 Kilo dies after medical emergency 

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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

Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

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Tuesday and Friday Mega Millions Drawing.

Mega Millions Drawing

Videos

Seize the Grey has won the Preakness Stakes for 88-year-old Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas. His victory ended Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid. 

Seize the Grey wins the Preakness for D. Wayne Lukas and ends Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid

APTOPIX Preakness Horse Racing

Fans can now register for a chance to buy tickets for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.

Fans can register for a chance to buy tickets for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow

Golf

In a span of four hours, the top-ranked golfer in the world was arrested wearing gym shorts and a tee shirt, dressed in an orange jail shirt for his mug shot, returned to Valhalla Golf Club in golf clothes and made his 10:08 a.m. second-round tee time.

Police: Scheffler's car dragged detective; Golfer booked, returns to PGA Championship

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Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour is at the end of his deal and several key players are unrestricted free agents. It's prompting questions around the league around whether the former Canes captain will return next season.
