2 NC counties are under alert, including Johnston County.

The organizer of the campaign tells WRAL News that he's creating an organization with a board that seeks to carry out the fundraiser's primary goal: to throw "a world-class party." The group also hopes to give excess money to charities.



Organizer of viral fundraiser for UNC frat 'rager' creating board to plan party, give to charities

American flag goes back up on UNC campus

Triangle residents who are fans of thrills and themed attractions don't have to travel far to experience some of the best.

Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

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Jackie Ibanez takes a look at the groundbreaking research looking to provide relief and safety to those with peanut allergies.

ON SPECTRUM AND THE WRAL APP AND TV OR STREAMING DEVICE, MEANING A BEACH WITH THESE TEMPERATURES. >> WELL, IT COULD BE CRUNCHY. COULD BE CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER. LOT OF FOLKS LOVE IT. BUT IT CAN ALSO BE DEADLY. JACKIE IBANEZ TAKES A LOOK AT THE GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH LOOKING TO PROVIDE RELIEF AND SAFETY TO THOSE WITH PEANUT ALLERGIES. >> WHAT COULD BE ON THE HORIZON FOR THOSE SUFFERING FROM SEVERE PEANUT ALLERGIES. SCIENTISTS AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE HAVE CREATED AN INJECTION DESIGNED TO PREVENT PEANUT RELATED ANAPHYLAXIS. A POTENTIALLY DEADLY ALLERGIC REACTION THAT CAN CAUSE DIFFICULTY BREATHING, SHOCK AND MORE. >> JOANNA FULL ACCESS IS CAUSED BY THE INTERACTIONS OF AN ALLERGEN WITHIN ANYBODY CALLED I GE ON THE SURFACE OF IMMUNE CELLS. AND WHEN THE ALLERGEN VINES THOSE CELLS THEN RELEASE A LOT OF MEDIATORS INTO THE BODY TO CAUSE THE NFL. I THINK REACTION WHAT WE DEVELOPED WAS AN INHIBITOR THAT BLOCKS THE INTERACTION OF PEANUT ALLERGENS WITH THE ANYBODY'S THAT ARE ON THE SURFACE OF THE MOON CELLS. PEANUT ALLERGIES ARE ONE OF THE MOST COMMON FOOD ALLERGIES AFFECTING ROUGHLY ONE IN 50 KIDS IN THE U.S.? >> SO FAR, RESEARCHERS HAVE ONLY TESTED THEIR INJECTION ON ANIMALS, BUT THE RESULTS ARE PROVING POSITIVE THAT IN TEMPERATURE WORKS FOR UP TO 2 WEEKS ONCE IT'S INJECTED >> INTO ONE OF THE TEST ANIMALS. >> OFFICIALS HOPE TO BEGIN HUMAN TRIALS IN THE NEXT 5 TO 10 YEARS. ONE OF THE NEXT STEPS >> IS TO DO MORE DETAILED TOXICOLOGY ANALYSIS AND MAKE SURE THAT IT'S SAFE TO PUT INTO PATIENTS IF THOSE ARE PROMISING WE WOULD WE WOULD THEN APPLY FOR FDA APPROVAL TO DO CLINICAL TRIALS SO THAT WE COULD TEST FOR SAFETY AND EFFICACY. JACKIE IBANEZ REPORTING RESEARCHERS ALSO WANT TO

New research could end peanut allergies

The study found that as far as treating a peanut allergy in children, the younger they are, the more likely they are to attain full remission.



Study shows peanut allergy treatment works for toddlers 

New peanut allergy medication moves step closer to FDA approval

The first treatment for peanut allergies is about to hit the market, a big step toward better care for all kinds of food allergies -- but still a long way from a cure.

FDA approves first treatment for kids with peanut allergy

Researchers are still studying a new treatment that could help those with severe peanut allergies.

Researchers making progress against peanut allergies

Right now, the FDA is considering what would become the first drug approved for treating food allergies. Specifically, it's aimed at kids with peanut allergies. One child in south Georgia is already getting a similar but separate treatment.

FDA exploring drug options to help those with food allergies

While some of the symptoms of an allergy and a food intolerance are similar, the differences between the two are critical.

What's the difference between a food allergy and an intolerance?

Food allergies are more dangerous than intolerances

UNC doctor Edwin Kim is working on a treatment for children with peanut allergies, including his young son.  

UNC doc's work on peanut allergy treatment hits close to the heart

UNC doctor Edwin Kim is working on a treatment for children with peanut allergies that could lead to them living a more normal life. 

UNC doctor working on peanut allergy treatment to help kids like his son

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A Food and Drug Administration panel on Friday recommended approval of the first-ever drug to treat life-threatening peanut allergies in children, a condition that confounds and frightens families across the country.

For Children With Peanut Allergies, FDA Experts Recommend a New Treatment

Peanut Allergy Drug Will Protect Children, Experts Tell FDA

Currently for the estimated one million children and teens with peanut allergies, avoiding exposure takes more than just skipping certain foods.

A recent government ruling may transform air travel for passengers with life-threatening food allergies by extending to them the protections afforded other individuals with disabilities.

Boarding now: Parents of children with nut allergies

Boarding Now: Parents of Children With Nut Allergies

Work on peanut allergies that originated in the Triangle is now getting the attention of the Food and Drug Administration.