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NEW YORK â A man set himself on fire Friday afternoon near the lower Manhattan courthouse where jurors were being chosen for the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump.

Man Sets Himself on Fire Near Courthouse Where Trump Is on Trial

Trump Trial Enters Fourth Day With Opening Arguments Next Week

 Raleigh weekend brings sunshine, showers & comfortable temperatures

Weather for the weekend 

WRAL parent company inducted to NC Media & Journalism Hall of Fame 

Johnston County school bus involved in crash on NC 96 

New UNC surgical hospital to bring more beds, new procedures to patients

Snorkeler hospitalized after incident in pool at Cary Lifetime Fitness

Cary location of near-drowining

Boater killed, another rescued from Harris Lake after boat crashes into cement pole

Person pulled from water at Harris Lake, search continues for other boaters

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A recent candidate for the Robeson County Board of Commissioners alleges that a sitting commissioner bought votes for an opponent. Lacy Cummings, who lost the election, made the allegations in Wake County court this week. 

Robeson County candidate alleges vote-buying scheme by commissioner

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This mission will be an emotional one for veteran Joseph Baloah. At 103 years of age, Balogh is still active and on his feet.

Franklin County World War II veteran approaches his most emotional mission at 103

103-year-old Joe Balogh excited for Blue Ridge Honor Flight

Durham police found a man shot at a shopping center along Miami Boulevard on Friday morning. The man died at the hospital.

Man dies in another fatal shooting at Durham shopping center

Subway restaurant at The Village Shopping Center

Marking the exodus from Egypt, Passover, a central holiday for Jews around the world, begins this Monday.

Passover begins Monday: Security measures upgraded as threats rise  

In a release sent first to 5 On Your Side, the NC Turnpike Authority says the targeted phone numbers in this scam seem to be chosen at random and are not uniquely associated with an account or usage of toll roads.

How to know if a toll bill text is real, or part of a scam flagged by FBI

iPhone users: Protect that passcode

A Johnston County mother says a teacher at Archer Lodge Middle School used a racial slur against her daughter and threatened their family following a minor classroom disagreement.

Johnston County teacher accused of racial slur and threatening family

Archer Lodge middle school teacher filmed threatening students 

The Rocky Mount Event Center is set to host its second largest event of all time.

Rocky Mount Events Center brings sports tourism boom

The Rocky Mount Event Center is located at 285 Northeast Main St.

NEW YORK (AP) â The final jurors were seated Friday in Donald Trumpâs hush money trial, and an appellate judge rejected the former presidentâs latest bid to halt the case as a hectic day in court set the stage for opening statements to begin Monday.

Final jurors seated for Trump's hush money case, with opening statements set for Monday

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The owner of Clyde Cooper's Barbecue is selling the space in downtown Raleigh, according to a real estate agent representing the restaurant.

Clyde Cooper's Barbecue selling downtown Raleigh space for $2.9 million

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A new North Carolina poll shows former President Donald Trump maintaining a slight lead over President Joe Biden ahead of a November rematch. The gubernatorial race remains within the margin of error.

New poll shows Trump with slight lead in NC, Robinson and Stein battling it out

Joe Biden, Donald Trump, candidates for president 2024

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What started out in a turquoise blue ice cream truck has since grown into a multiple brick-and-mortar ice cream juggernaut. 

Behind the scoop: Two Roosters ice cream is among best in the country

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NEW YORK (AP) -- Could there be a Taylor Swift new album rollout without a few additional surprises?

Taylor Swift drops 15 new songs on double album, 'The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology'

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(CNN) -- Trader Joe's recalled its Infinite Herbs organic basil on Wednesday after the product was linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states.

Trader Joe's recalls basil linked to Salmonella infections

Trader Joeâs recalls basil linked to Salmonella infections

Plastic containers that hold soap, cleaners, and other household products require energy and create greenhouse gases to produce and dispose of. Now, one Durham business is offering an alternative.

Refill, reuse: Durham business fights climate change with soap

A group of people were caught on video in Asheville pulling bear cubs out of a tree -- all to take a few selfies.



On cam: NC group pulls bear cubs out of tree for selfies 

Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

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

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Through a state document, WRAL News discovered a potential lead: "Deven Academy," a homeschool listed at the same Eichelberger Drive address where Fayetteville Police say the Deven family resided until June 2019. This could indicate the children were homeschooled.

New connection to Blake and London Deven disappearances

Blake Deven and London Deven

An inside look at dueling Dinos Monday night at 6pm 

New protests at Columbia after more than 100 arrests 

Officials issue call for vigilance during passover celebrations 

Capitol Broadcasting inducted into the NC media and journalism hall of fame at UNC 

Archer Lodge middle school teacher filmed threatening students  

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Clean energy investments bring jobs, economic growth to NC

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Raleigh activists call for increased tree plantings amid development

4 charged in October homicide of Durham 19-year-old

Goldsboro police investigate fifth death in past week

I-440 project at Blue Ridge Road: Completion delayed until late 2025

Tesla recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because accelerator pedal can get stuck

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Maryland high school student arrested after authorities discovered a 129-page document detailing school shooting plan, police say

12 students and teacher killed at Columbine to be remembered at 25th anniversary vigil

Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7

Foodie News: Tacos, biscuits and cupcakes

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Weekend best bets: Cuegrass and more festivals

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Armadillo Grill closes after having alcohol license suspended

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

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Fact check: Is this Congress the 'least productive' in modern history? 

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Fact check: Biden says support for Roe is higher than ever

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

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?

The Wrap: Budget news, Balanced Nutrition, and sports gambling pays off

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'We were being targeted': NC second lady says scrutiny of her nonprofit was political vendetta against Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson 

North Carolina ranks 29th in public pre-K enrollment, new report shows

North Carolina sees slight surplus this year, $1B more next year

State needs more elections staff, according to NC elections director

NC company helps bring CRISPR to high schools

Education

DPS classified staff appear to back proposed budget 

FASFA frustrations mount for incoming students, families needing aid

Higher employee pay will be key to running Wake schools smoothly, superintendent says

Exceptional children light up the stage at the 40th Annual Very Special Arts Festival 

More Poe Hall delays: Results likely not released until end of semester

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Parent sues Kraft Heinz over heavy metals in Lunchables

St. Aug's groups push for leadership changes & transparency amid university's ongoing financial crisis

Wake school board must figure out how to pay staff as federal funds dry up

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

Chaotic Canes hope late-season surge continues into playoffs

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Make your plans: Complete Hurricanes-Islanders first-round schedule

Transfer portal tracker: Duke's Stewart, Power to transfer; 7 Blue Devils in portal

NHL PLAYOFFS: 'It's wide open' is the theme as the race to the Stanley Cup begins

Former Duke forward Mark Mitchell commits to Missouri

Laney softball comes from behind to complete season sweep of South Brunswick

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These football players from North Carolina could be selected in the 2024 NFL Draft

Top returning NCHSAA football stat leaders in 2024: 2A Pass Catchers

Realignment, sportsmanship issues among topics NCHSAA board will discuss at spring meeting

Late runs help No. 10 Providence come from behind at No. 14 Hough

Siemens will get more than $18 million in tax credits for expanding transformer manufacturing in Charlotte, as one of the 35 projects announced in the first wave of investments from the U.S. Department of Energy.

NC gets federal clean investment money

In North Carolina, white people have the best health outcomes; Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations fare the worst.

Study reveals role of race in health outcomes

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More than 4,300 North Carolinians died from overdoses in 2022. That trend continues going up, devastating entire communities.

12 people a day died from drug overdoses in North Carolina, 2022 data says

Woman shows faces of those who died from overdoses in NC

Trust Wallet, a cryptocurrency wallet company, has raised concerns about a potential scam involving an exploit for sale on the dark web.

Cybersecurity expert discusses warning about iPhone vulnerability

How worried should you be about viral iPhone security warning?

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While home insurance prices have increased, there are ways to reduce costs.

How to save on homeowners insurance

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FBI warns about text scam involving toll bill 

 5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for Wing Company and Church's Chicken 

More Poe Hall delays; results likely not released until end of semester 

5 On Your Side: How hazardous are lithium-ion batteries?

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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

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Guest column: A daughter's AI exploration and the device that could restore language for those with dementia

Should Apple kill Siri and start over?

Grifols celebrates 50 years in Johnston County as area continues to embrace biotech

Guest column: 5 tips on innovating for value in 2024

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Biden administration restricts oil and gas leasing in 13 million acres of Alaska's petroleum reserve

4-day workweeks may be around the corner. A third of America's companies are exploring them

VinFast downsizes planned EV factory in Chatham County as construction hits a snag

America's debt problem is storing up trouble for the rest of the world

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'The Grief Lady:' NC woman uses mother's funeral flowers to create art, help others heal

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Online post sparks conversations about impact of birth order

Troopers help deliver baby in Lowe's parking lot

Easy ways to celebrate Earth Day with your family

Olympic athletes look forward to the return of the family celebration

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Tar Heel Traveler: Bonsal Train in southwestern Wake County

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