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When returning to your home after a hurricane or flood, be aware that flood water may contain sewage. Protect yourself and your family by following these steps:

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The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is urging motorists to avoid US301 and I-95 if at all possible in Robeson County.

A roadway washout caused by Hurricane Matthew on I-95 south of Benson near the Johnston-Harnett County line will require a traffic shift on Thursday morning, Oct. 13.

Governor Pat McCrory joined state and local officials today to visit areas in Robeson County affected by flooding from Hurricane Matthew. The governor offered continued support to first responders, disaster relief workers, neighbors and volunteers working to assist victims of the storm.

With floodwater from Hurricane Matthew continuing to rise, the N.C. Department of Transportation has closed U.S. 70 in both directions in Kinston.  Detour routes are set for east and westbound traffic.

Governor Pat McCrory this evening received an additional federal disaster declaration to help individuals in Greene, Harnett and Sampson counties recover from the massive flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew.

The State Highway Patrol has released the name of the sergeant involved in the Monday evening shooting in Lumberton, N.C.

Governor Pat McCrory this evening received a federal disaster declaration to help individuals in Bertie, Johnston, Wayne and Wilson counties recover from the massive flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew.