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Deputies shot a woman after she allegedly stabbed a deputy in the leg following a multi-county chase Tuesday morning.

Deputies shoot woman after Sampson County deputy stabbed in leg, multi-county chase

WERE HANDED OVER AND NOT TO GIVE THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES ANYMORE. >> NEW WITHIN THE LAST 20 MINUTES OF SAMPSON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS ONE OF ITS DEPUTIES WAS STABBED AFTER A CHASE DEPUTIES SHOT THE SUSPECT. WRAL'S KNOW KLEIN IS HERE NOW WITH HOW THIS STARTED AND WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. NO, A FRIEND OF THOSE NEW DETAILS JUST COMING IN HERE. THE CHASE STARTED IN SAMPSON COUNTY AT A HOME IN SALEM BURKE. THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS SOMEONE IN THAT HOUSE CALLED SAYING THERE WAS A WOMAN OUTSIDE WITH A KNIFE. WHEN DEPUTIES ARRIVED, THEY SAY THAT WOMAN TOOK OFF. >> SAMPSON COUNTY DEPUTIES, HIGHWAY PATROL AND THE BLADEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICERS CHASE THAT CAR ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITE LAKE AREA JUST OUTSIDE OF CITY LIMITS. THAT CHASE ENDED WHEN OFFICERS USED STOP STICKS. TAKE A LOOK. THE CITY HERE. THIS IS WHAT THAT SCENE LOOKED LIKE EARLIER THIS MORNING. YOU SEE MULTIPLE AGENCIES INVESTIGATING THE CRIME SCENE TAPE UP THE SAMPSON COUNTY SHERIFF SAYS HIS DEPUTIES ALONG WITH BLADEN COUNTY DEPUTIES. >> FIRED SHOTS AFTER THAT STABBING THE WOMAN CURRENTLY AT A HOSPITAL IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY, A DOG IN THAT AREA. >> WAS ALSO SHOT AND HAS DIED. THE SBI HERE IS INVESTIGATING THIS CASE STILL WORKING TO LEARN THE NAME OF THE WOMAN INVOLVED AS WELL AS THOSE DEPUTIES WHO FIRED SHOTS.

Deputy stabbed, woman shot after chase, Sampson County sheriff says

Driver shot by deputies after showing weapon during chase, Bladen County sheriff says

Car alarm or cicada? NC residents mistake cicadas for sirens, call the police

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New NC bills would crack down on AI 'sexual extortion,' take more teens out of juvenile court

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Grammy-winning Durham bluegrass artist dies unexpectedly at 57 

Durham man picks banjos to play, trade

Person killed when dump truck, gasoline truck crash head-on in Wake County

Dump truck, gasoline truck crash head-on in Wake County

Man charged with murder after woman's body found outside Wake County home, deputies investigating 'extent of their relationship'

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The Robeson County Sheriff's Office will release its findings into the death of a Myrtle Beach pastor's wife on Tuesday, WMBF reports.



NC sheriff to release findings in death of Myrtle Beach pastor's wife 

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The Raleigh Police Department is working to identify two people seen breaking into a gun and tactical equiptment supply store.



Gun supply store break-in: Raleigh police looking for 2 people

Break-in at Lawmenâs Safety Supply at 3319 Anvil Place, Raleigh

TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance are suing the U.S. over a law that would ban the popular video-sharing app unless itâs sold to another company, arguing that it vaguely paints it as a threat to national security to get around the First Amendment.

TikTok sues US to block law that could ban the social media platform

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Discordant chorus on a 'sound basic education' for NC kids

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Discordant chorus on a 'sound basic education' for N.C. kids

No one thought much about the new face at Jesus' Dwelling Place Church on Sunday. The tight-knit congregation outside Pittsburgh often welcomed guests, and Pastor Glenn Germany assumed the young man was a friend of a parishioner.

A pastor escaped death when a man pointed a gun to his face and pulled the trigger. Then he told the gunman he forgave him

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IRVING, Texas (AP) â The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America. It's a significant shift as the organization emerges from bankruptcy following a flood of sexual abuse claims and seeks to focus on inclusion.

Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes

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NEW YORK (AP) â Stormy Daniels took the witness stand Tuesday at Donald Trump's hush money trial, describing for jurors a sexual encounter the porn actor says she had with him in 2006 that resulted in her being paid off to keep silent during the presidential race 10 years later.

Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial

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More than a dozen former employees say understaffing at Brynn Marr Hospital contributes to what they describe as a dangerous place for patients and employees. Hospital officials say allegations of violence, sexual assaults, overmedication and lack of mental health therapy are unfounded.

Former employees say short-staffed NC psych hospital rife with violence, abuse

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Jonah Taylor, 21, was a paratrooper assigned to the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, the division confirmed. 

82nd Airborne paratrooper killed in shooting on Ramsey Street in Fayetteville

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A judge has ordered a group of neighbors in Raleigh to pay $28,000 in legal fees to a developer for a lawsuit that has delayed the construction of luxury townhomes.

Raleigh neighbors could have to pay $28K for developers' legal fees, judge rules

Raleigh neighbors take city to court over luxury townhome plan

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LONDON (AP) -- AI fakery is quickly becoming one of the biggest problems confronting us online. Deceptive pictures, videos and audio are proliferating as a result of the rise and misuse of generative artificial intelligence tools.

One Tech Tip: How to spot AI-generated deepfake images

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Cicadas can sound a lot like sirens or car alarms, the Durham County Sheriff's Office is reminding citizens.



A couple of weeks ago we lost a beloved WRAL-TV co-worker suddenly and I lost a dear cousin to cancer within the span of a few days' time. It was a lot. 

Honoring what we've lost

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Read on for your guide to a May full of fun, which includes the Got to Be NC Festival, The Lion King at DPAC, outdoor markets, strawberries, a dessert festival and more! 


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A pregnant goat named Beverly at the Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary has taken social media by storm with her heartwarming journey to motherhood.

Fuquay-Varina's TikTok star goat gives birth to twins

Fuquay-Varina goat farm goes viral 

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A man has been arrested after a woman's body was found near a neighborhood in an unincorporated part of Raleigh.

Man charged with murder after woman's body found in woods near Wake County home

Skin cancer: Separating fact from fiction 

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Mial Plantation Road closed after head-on crash involving two trucks in Wake County

Paris will host largest refugee team at 2024 Summer Olympics

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Two men killed in hit-and-run crashes in Durham; police search for drivers

Alzheimer's advocates pushing lawmakers for more funding, support

Higher pay for Wake Schools' employees a top concern for budget vote Tuesday

Holly Springs teen found safe, police say

From Marseille to Mont-Blanc: What to know about the journey of the Olympic torch to Paris

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In Holocaust remembrance, Biden condemns antisemitism sparked by college protests and Gaza war

Putin begins his fifth term as president, more in control of Russia than ever

Israel seizes Gaza's vital Rafah crossing, but the US says it isn't the full invasion many fear

Mother's Day 2024 is Sunday, May 12. Whether you're spending the day with your own mom, your children or another loved one, here are some ideas!


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Knightdale to celebrate July 4th without fireworks

Knightdale Fourth of July festival ends at hands of prank

Explore on the water: How, where to kayak in Raleigh

Kayaking Harris Lake in Wake County

 Believe in magic! Unicorn World arrives in Raleigh

Race for the Cure is annual community celebration of advances in breast cancer detection, care

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Foodie News: Berkeley Cafe and La Terrazza open in downtown Raleigh

'We are home:' Berkeley Cafe will reopen Monday at new location

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Fact check: Biden says he was arrested during Civil Rights era

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Fact check: Pelosi says Trump has 'the worst record of job loss of any president'

Fact-checking 3 of Michele Morrow's claims about school safety

Fact check: RFK Jr. says Biden censored his political opponent

Fact check: Daughtry accuses Knott of being 'Biden's lawyer'

Alzheimer's Association advocates to push lawmakers for more support, funding Tuesday

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Gov. Cooper wants Republicans to stop push for more school voucher funding

Democrats aim to ban 'deepfake' images in North Carolina

New report shows child deaths up sharply in North Carolina 

Cooper: Voucher expansion plan 'shockingly irresponsible'  

Wake County Teacher of the Year Ryan Berglund to be honored at Millbrook High

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Wake County school board to vote on budget Tuesday with higher pay a top concern

Wake school system proposing school lunch price increase next year

Millbrook teacher wins 2024 WCPSS Teacher of the Year, district says

Wake County leaders discuss property tax hikes, money for schools during budget presentation

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Hush money, catch and kill and more: A guide to unique terms used at Trump's New York criminal trial

In Depth with Dan: Examining the American flag's role in Tuesday's pro-Palestinian protest at UNC

Records reveal concerns over NC State's Poe Hall go back decades

Melting sea ice slows Atlantic Ocean currents; warmer water stays offshore to raise storm risk for the Carolinas

Canes need special teams units to bounce back in Game 2 against Rangers

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Excitement surrounds historic Pinehurst No. 2 course ahead of 2024 U.S. Open

Paying college athletes appears closer than ever. How could it work and what stands in the way?

Swayman stops 38 shots, Bruins roll past Panthers 5-1 for 1-0 series lead

Transfer portal tracker: Former Duke forward TJ Power commits to Virginia

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Interactive 2024 NCHSAA baseball & softball state playoff brackets

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No. 7 West Forsyth dominates Reynolds for 14th straight win

Hear from 9 Rolesville football players at 2024 spring ball

5 On Your Side first reached out to the Town of Pittsboro after getting a tip that gas, water and electricity lines were damaged in several different accidents by Brightspeed contractors.

Faster internet comes at a price: Gas, power lines cut in Pittsboro neighborhood

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WRAL Investigates disturbing accusations of abuse at NC facilities and the billion-dollar company operating them.

Claims of assault & over-medicating kids in crisis at NC facilities

While the opioid crisis continues to grip communities and hundreds of thousands of people die annually, research shows that millions are also finding recovery. 

Millions of American in recovery from substance use disorder, data shows

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While most insurance covers common mammograms, more detailed tests like MRI and ultrasound can cost more out-of-pocket.

Advocates call on North Carolina lawmakers to pass bill to ease financial burden of cancer imaging tests

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WRAL 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur obtained an email from an associate dean that showed  the administration had concerns about what employees were being exposed to more than a decade ago.

2012 document shows call for testing inside NC State's Poe Hall

As state lawmakers get closer to forcing sheriffs to work with federal immigration officials, protesters marched on the legislature Wednesday -- and North Carolina's two leading candidates for governor are weighing in.

NC immigrant groups rally against ICE bill

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Consumer Reports petitions for changes to cancer-causing chemicals in car seats

Planters nuts recall: Two products called back due to potential for listeria

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for Cracker Barrel, Hibachi Grill and Buffet 

Walmart ground beef recall: Ground beef and patties may contain E. coli

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Poe Hall: The latest updates about the NC State scandal 

Distracted driving causes more crashes in NC than speed & alcohol combined

RDU plane crash poses questions about runway design

WRAL Investigates RDU's runway layout and how it impacts landing sequences

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Steve Rao: Triangle innovators make ours smart cities, letâs expand that vision to state

Donald Thompson: Winning at work while your personal lifeâs a mess

NC represents in SBA's 2024 Growth Accelerator Competition

TikTok tells advertisers: âWe are not backing downâ

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Apple's biggest announcements from its iPad event: brighter screen, faster chips and the Pencil Pro

A US company is fined $650,000 for illegally hiring children to clean meat processing plants

The FAA investigates after Boeing says workers in South Carolina falsified 787 inspection records

Wayve, an AI Startup for Autonomous Driving, Raises $1 Billion

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Nintendo to announce new Switch console 

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Amazon Pet Day is LIVE NOW through May 8 with up to 66% off!

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Mother's Day Deals 2024: Flowers, restaurant, retail and gift card bonus offers

New Swagbucks Swag Code valid from 1-3 pm ET on May 7

National Nurses Week 2024 restaurant deals and freebies

Top Amazon deals: Mother's Day Sale, Fire TV Stick 4K streaming device only $29.99 (40% off), Tactical LED Flashlights 2 pk w/batteries only $9.98

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