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Gov. Roy Cooper's decision to treat bars differently from restaurants for Covid-19 lockdowns lacked scientific evidence, the NC Court of Appeals ruled, and improperly deprived the bars of their constitutionally guaranteed opportunity to make a living.

Did Cooper's Covid lockdowns violate the NC Constitution? Court of Appeals says yes, and no

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Summer-like heat in store ahead of potential storms Tuesdayâï¸

Rain chances, Tuesday, April 16

Good Samaritan killed while trying to help carjacking victim in Lumberton

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Man arrested after woman catches him taking pictures under another woman's dress in Greenville Target

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'Under 13 is under 13': Judge responds to attorney's claims that man charged with kidnapping & rape believed 12-year-old girl was college student

Man faces kidnapping, statutory rape charges after Wake County traffic stop

4 bodies found in Goldsboro raises concerns about fentanyl

Bodies found in Goldsboro

13 years ago today: 30 tornadoes ripped through NC, killing four children & 20 others

Family Lodge Apartments on Reilly Road in Fayetteville

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024 -- North Carolina needs a competent Superintendent of Public Instruction who believes ALL children MUST have a quality education. Leading public schools downward is not an option.

Editorial: Competence, belief in public education. A must for those seeking to lead N.C. schools

DRAUGHON DRAWS: The "core" of N.C. public education

Compared to pre-pandemic prices, ground beef is up 35%, chips are up 45%, bread is up 57% and a 12-ounce can of soda is up 66%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks trends on common grocery store items.

WRAL Investigates: 'Greedflation' and other drivers behind inflation at the grocery store

A look at inflation at the grocery store

NEW YORK (AP) â Donald Trump returned to a New York courtroom Tuesday as a judge works to find a panel of jurors who will decide whether the former president is guilty of criminal charges alleging he falsified business records to cover up a sex scandal during the 2016 campaign.

Trump returns to court after first day of his hush money criminal trial ended with no jurors picked

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NC State police found two handguns, three rifles, a shotgun and 862 rounds of ammunition inside the car driven by Demetrius Morrison.

NC State police arrest man impersonating police officer with guns, 826 rounds of ammunition

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) -- NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Florida home last month was a chunk of space junk from equipment discarded at the International Space Station.

NASA confirms mystery object that crashed through roof of Florida home came from space station

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Six students and a bus driver were involved in an accident on an overturned bus on Monday morning.

Father upset with school after daughter suffers concussion from school bus crash in Harnett County

Six students, driver okay after school bus overturns in Harnett County

Caitlin Clark has been selected with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever. The former Iowa star became a household name among basketball fans during her record-breaking college career. 

Caitlin Clark taken No. 1 in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, as expected

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Investigators said siblings Raven Bynum and Aaron Robinson had argued Saturday night over the sale of the home. Robinson used lighter fluid to set the home on fire while other family members were in bed, according to a release. 

Man charged with setting fire to Harnett County home while family was sleeping, sheriff's office says

Man charged with attempted murder, arson

Chemours and DuPont violated human rights when polluting drinking water with PFAS, according to the United Nations Human Rights Council.

UN says DuPont and Chemours violated human rights in NC, contributed to 'global toxic contamination problem'

US visits Fayetteville to announce first-ever limits on PFAs in drinking water 

Consumer Reports tests dozens of sunscreens every year to determine which ones provide the best protection against sunburn and skin cancer. 

Revealing the best sunscreens for sun protection and affordability

What the different terms on sunscreen bottles mean 

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Thirteen years ago, on April 16, 2011, 30 tornadoes touched down in North Carolina for the greatest one-day total on record for the state.

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, recognized by its unique horizontal black and white stripes, will open for climbing this year beginning Friday, April 19.

Over 150 years old: Historic Bodie Island Lighthouse opens for climbing this weekend

SPCA Wake hopes the pajama-themed adoption promotion will help dogs find homes and open up more room. 

SPCA Wake launches 'Dogs in Duckie Pajamas' promotion to increase adoptions

Check out these restaurants with the best outdoor dining in Raleigh!

The best outdoor dining spots in Raleigh

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Sherry Foster, London Deven's biological mother, said she's praying that one of the sets of remains does not belong to her daughter, who she hasn't seen in over a decade and didn't learn about her disappearance until Thursday, April 4.

'I thought she didn't want to see me': Missing Fayetteville woman's mother prays remains are not her daughter's

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Strawberry farms in the Triangle are now open and ready for strawberry lovers to come and fill up their buckets.



Strawberry picking near me: List of Triangle area u-pick strawberry farmsð

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Thirteen years ago on April 16, 2011, 30 tornadoes touched down in North Carolina for the greatest one-day total on record for our state.

13 years ago today: Deadly tornado outbreak devastates North Carolina

NC State men's and women's basketball teams honored for Final Four appearances at Memorial Belltower

Raleigh Mayor, NC State fans celebrate men's and women's basketball teams Monday night

How to monitor your child on social media to keep them safe

NC among few states requiring personal finance classes

Good Samaritan killed trying to help carjacking victim in Lumberton

Good Samaritan killed trying to help carjacking victim

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ATF offering reward for info in fire that killed a Lexington firefighter

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Police: SC man arrested, charged with stabbing mother to death

Donald Trump to hold rally in Wilmington, first NC stop since his court appearance on Monday

Person hospitalized after chlorine exposure at Raleigh pool cleaning facility

Mental health collaborative aims to help students on NC campuses through their battles

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators shut down airport highways and key bridges in major US cities

Nation/World

Only 1 in 3 US adults think Trump acted illegally in New York hush money case, AP-NORC poll shows

Tensions rise in Australia after a bishop and priest are wounded in a knife attack in a church

Israelâs military chief says that Israel will respond to Iranâs weekend missile attack

Ship that caused bridge collapse had apparent electrical issues while still docked, AP source says

Tucked into his cozy in-home studio, artist Ron Liberti slowly pours thick, black ink lengthwise across the top of a mesh screen.

Inside the artistry of NC music poster veteran Ron Liberti

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Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

From history to happy hour: Your weekend guide to Greensboro

A weekend guide to Greensboro

Savannah Bananas play ball with the Miracle League

Savannah Bananas and the Miracle League of the Triangle

Out & About

Fact check: Has crime 'skyrocketed' under President Biden?

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Fact check: Has Biden deported more people in nine months than in past years? 

Fact check: Would RFK Jr.'s running mate be the youngest vice president ever?

Fact check: Trump says native-born Americans lost nearly 1 million jobs 'in February alone'

Fact check: Biden says Trump told Americans to inject bleach to treat COVID-19

NC immigrants tout contributions, hoping to head off ICE detainer bill

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Immigrant workers highlight tax contributions to North Carolina

In local congressional runoff, Republicans Daughtry and Knott fight over Democratic ties

In Triangle-area congressional runoff, Republicans Daughtry and Knott fight over Democratic ties

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending April 11

Education

Robotics team in Fuquay-Varina and Cary head to national competition

Appalachian State University chancellor to resign due to 'health challenges'

NC A&T University investigating shots fired inside Barbee Hall

Shots fired inside residence hall at NC A&T; two charged

Make Room, Tennis, Pickleball and Squash. Here Comes Padel.

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An AP photographer explains how he captured the moment of eclipse totality

Duke Energy hoping emerging tech research benefits customers

Full interview: NC Gov. Roy Cooper talks legacy, future plans

'You have more fun in red': NC State men's, women's teams' Final Four runs celebrated Monday night

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The Prince of Pittsboro: UNC commit Drake Powell's final season at Northwood High School 

Caleb Foster to return, says he's '1,000% committed to Duke' for 2024-25 season

ESPN planning to make '30 for 30' documentary on Stuart Scott

Scottie Scheffler unstoppable and wins another Masters green jacket 

No. 15 Pine Lake Prep leaves no doubt against Christ The King for tenth straight win

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No. 1 Mooresville opens big week with big win over Cannon School

Vote Now: HSOT Honors winter sports finalists

After forcing overtime, Apex Friendship downs Holly Springs in PKs

Cary scores 9 runs in 2nd inning to topple Apex Friendship

Consumer Reports' top-tested sunscreens

The United Nations declaration specifically calls out Chemours and parent company DuPont for contaminating drinking water with toxic chemicals called PFAS disregarding the rights and wellbeing of downstream residents.

UN says NC water pollution violates human rights

Jill Biden is set to travel to Greenville and Greensboro to highlight the importance of efforts to expand career-connected learning in high school and college. 

First lady Jill Biden to visit North Carolina Monday

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A partnership between Cumberland County and the Fayetteville Public Works Commission will bring clean drinking water to Gray's Creek Elementary School and Alderman Road Elementary School.

Clean drinking water will replace contaminated wells at Gray's Creek, Alderman Road elementary schools

Gray's Creek Elementary, Alderman Road Elementary schools to get clean drinking water

On Friday, select Chapel Hill High School students got to speak with Yuko Kishida, the wife of the Japanese prime minister.

Wife of Japanese prime minister visits class at Chapel Hill High School

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5 On Your Side Restaurant ratings for Mandolin and Taqueria Don Fily   

Consumer Reports investigation finds heavy metals, high sodium in Lunchables

On WRAL at 6: Your power bills are rising, but where's that money going?

Tips for preventing car thefts from Consumer Reports

5 On Your Side

WRAL Investigates why you're paying more at the store while profits for executives soar

'He is dangerous': Lawyers seek release of body cam footage involving Warrenton police sergeant accused of improper force

WRAL Investigates a $2 million payout from a local government after a police chase turned deadly.

City of Durham settles lawsuit over police chase

Investigations

Mike Walden: Amid multiple uncertainties, job creators just keep hiring

Guest column: Preparing students for the Triangleâs IT job market

Tom Snyder: Tiny code, human vulnerability put the world close to crippling cyber attack

NCInnovation kicks off grant selection for high-value university research

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Boeing pushes back on whistleblower's allegations and details how airframes are put together

Tesla plans to lay off 10% of workforce after dismal quarterly sales, multiple news outlets report

M&T Bank, Goldman Sachs rise; Salesforce, Tesla fall, Monday, 4/15/2024

Trump Media stock slides again to bring it more than 66% below its peak as euphoria fades

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Family

Go Ask Dad: Louie, Louie

Tax Day: Monday is deadline to file tax return, request extension

This weekend: Celebration of America's 250th birthday in Historic Halifax 

Hidden murals: Abandoned tobacco barns have secret artwork from decades ago

Top Amazon deals: Wyze Home Security Camera only $19.98 (44% off), Fire TV Sticks starting at $19.99, Dingo Rawhide Twist Sticks 50 pk only $4 (73% off)

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Ben & Jerry's 2024 Free Cone Day is Tuesday, April 16

New Swagbucks Team Challenge April 15-21

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

List of top grocery deals valid April 10-16: Chicken leg quarters only $0.59/lb, Smithfield Pork Roast only $0.97/lb

Tar Heel Traveler: Titanic post office

Tar Heel Traveler: Stancil's Grill in Johnston County 

Tar Heel Traveler: Grain bin Airbnb

Tar Heel Traveler: Artistic quilter

Tar Heel Traveler: Solar eclipse photographer

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Support local businesses, communities, non-profits through the Hometown Carolina store

Raleigh's flower trail: Your guide to the best blooms and springtime trails

The Wonders of Goose Creek State Park

Romantic Getaway in Washington

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BRIEF-Amadeus closes acquisition of Navitaire for $830 mln

BRIEF-Amadeus closes acquisition of Navitaire for $830 mln