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On Sunday morning Duke University will award nearly 7,000 graduates during its annual commencement ceremony.

'Just swing the bat and pray:' Seinfeld shares 3 keys to life with nearly 7,000 graduating Duke students

'Just swing the bat and pray:' Seinfeld shares 3 keys to life with nearly 7,000 Duke grads

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld shares his keys to life with Duke grads

'Many great deeds:' Dr. Assad Meymandi, philanthropist who built Raleigh into national center for fine art, has died

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Politician or public servant? State auditor candidates chart different paths for GOP nomination 

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Woman, two men hospitalized after shooting in Scotland Neck, police say

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Hurricanes stay alive with a late power play goal, beat Rangers 4-3

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Cool lows to end Mother's Dayðº, storms on tap later this week

Temperatures for Mother's Day 

MAUREEN DOWD: Donnie after dark

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Three people - ages 10, 18 and 19 - were airlifted to the hospital after being shot in their Sampson County home.

Investigation: Three airlifted, including 10-year-old, after shooter opens fire into mobile home

Three people airlifted, including a child, after shooting at Sampson County home

NEW YORK (AP) -- He once said he would take a bullet for Donald Trump. Now Michael Cohen is prosecutors' biggest piece of legal ammunition in the former president's hush money trial.

Michael Cohen: A challenging star witness in Donald Trump's hush money trial

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Durham police were investigating in a Home Depot parking lot, where there appeared to be blood on the pavement, on Saturday morning.

Durham Police investigate 2 fatal shootings that are connected 

Police investigating in parking lot outside Home Depot in Durham

Pro-Palestinian activists rallied on the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) campus on Saturday to raise awareness about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

UNC graduates shine despite campus protest, vandalism

UNC holds Spring Commencement amid Pro-Palestinian protests on campus 

A State Highway Patrol trooper was involved in a shooting with a fleeing suspect Saturday morning. 

SHP Trooper involved in shooting with armed suspect during traffic stop

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RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) â The exodus of Palestinians from Gazaâs last refuge accelerated Sunday as Israeli forces pushed deeper into the southern city of Rafah. Israel also pounded the territoryâs devastated north, where some Hamas militants have regrouped in areas the military said it had cleared months ago.

Israel moves deeper into Rafah and fights Hamas militants regrouping in northern Gaza

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WRAL viewers from all around North Carolina are sending dazzling photos of the Northern Lights, visible at locations around the Triangle like Falls Lake, Lake Jordan and local parks and neighborhoods.

Photo gallery: Northern Lights put on rare, dazzling show across the Triangle

Northern Lights in Siler City

At least one person was injured after a motorcycle crash on US-64 early Saturday morning.

Person injured in motorcycle crash on US-64

Motorcycle crash on US-64 leaves person injured

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) â Israel ordered new evacuations in Gaza's southern city of Rafah on Saturday, forcing tens of thousands more people to leave as it prepared to expand its military operation deeper into what is considered Gazaâs last refuge, in defiance of growing pressure from close ally the United States and others.

Israel orders new evacuations in Gaza's last refuge of Rafah as it expands military offensive

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A North Carolina woman said she's managing a financial headache after she left her credit card at a restaurant.



NC woman hit with charges after restaurant posts her credit card online 

Explore the Triangle's premier spas, including the award-winning Umstead Spa and Blue Water Spa's medical-grade treatments. Discover tranquility at Le Nu Spa, Smoothe & Co.'s results-driven esthetics and Avail Aesthetics' sophisticated skincare.

 Top 5 spas in the Triangle: Where luxury meets wellness

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Celebrate the moms in your life on Sunday, May 12 with these Mother's Day deals including flowers, gift card bonus offers, restaurant deals, retail sales and more!

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

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Discover all you need to know about the 2024 graduation ceremonies for the universities in the Triangle area, including NC State, UNC, Duke and more.

Triangle graduation guide: UNC, Duke, others celebrate Class of 2024

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It's Mother's Day weekend! We have some great ideas to help you celebrate with the mother figure in your life, plus lots more events coming up.

Weekend best bets: Beats N Bars Festival, pop-up markets

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Brunch is a hot topic lately. But where can you find the best brunch in the Triangle?

Guide to the best brunch spots in the Triangle

Shrimp and Grits from NoFo 

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People in Midland, Michigan, who frequent the Northwest Plaza are surprised and curious about how a woman was living inside the Family Fare sign.

Woman found living inside store sign

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Three people - ages 10, 18 and 19 - airlifted after being shot in Sampson County home

New Jersey quintuplets set to graduate from same college 

SHP says armed suspect shot after Trooper chase  

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Pedestrian struck in hit-and-run on Rock Quarry Road

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NTSB report: UNC medical plane bounced in crash at RDU, wingtip and nose hit ground at same time

Beyond STEM: Fine Arts League recognizes young artistic talent

Why leaders are urging NC residents to start hurricane prep now

NC State says it will process public records despite message indicating temporary pause

Apple Store employees in Maryland vote to authorize a first strike over working conditions

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Experts say gun alone doesn't justify deadly force in fatal shooting of Florida airman

Blinken delivers some of the strongest US public criticism of Israel's conduct of the war in Gaza

Police arrest dozens as they break up pro-Palestinian protests at several US universities

Judge directs Michael Cohen to keep quiet about Trump ahead of his hush money trial testimony

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about Scott Crawford's new venue, which is opening this weekend in Raleigh.

Foodie News: Scott Crawford's new basement bar opens

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Mother's Day Coverage

WRAL guide to Mother's Day

Savor the flavor: Raleigh's 20 best brunch spots revealed

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Boating, biking, bird-watching: 10 Lakes near Raleigh for a day by the water

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Out & About

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

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Fact check: Trump says he's 'not allowed to testify' under gag order

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

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

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 9

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NC lieutenant governor race heads to a runoff next Tuesday

The Wrap: Primary runoff preview, 'April surprise,' mask ban   

NC's budget surplus will be $430 million less than expected, officials say

Rev. William Barber could take the stand for potential closing arguments of NC voter ID trial Friday

Brain Game: Enloe Magnet High School versus Apex Friendship High School

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Cumberland County Schools to install weapons detection systems at all schools

Cumberland County Schools to install new weapons detection systems

UNC makes security changes to graduation ceremonies

'It builds confidence': Science comes to life in Wake students' real-world projects

In Depth with Dan: Examining Raleigh's growing homelessness problem

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WRAL Investigates: Mother says missed pool inspection cost her daughter's life

Hurricane season begins June 1. Here's what every North Carolina resident needs to know

Former NC psych hospital staff allege they were told to falsify patient records

WRAL Investigates why the truth about mental health hospitals remains hidden

Skjei's late goal helps Hurricanes beat Rangers 4-3 to extend 2nd-round series

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Inside the kitchen with Canes performance chef Sean Murnane 

Hawks win NBA lottery in year where there's no clear choice for No. 1 pick

Growing up Jarvis: Brothers Seth and Kayden Jarvis celebrate Hurricanes success together 

NC Courage visit Kansas City Current Sunday

Drew Hedgecoe wins 3rd singles title, Hickory wins another doubles championship

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Providence's Dimenna wins 4A singles title; Green Hope's Gervase, Indlamur win doubles

2A Tennis: Franklin Academy's Sison repeats singles title as Patriots also win doubles

Eno River's Bermeo wins singles title, Elkin brothers claim doubles championship

Start times for the 1st round of the NCHSAA girls soccer state playoffs

Climate change is making hurricanes in North Carolina more dangerous and emergency response tougher. Officials are encouraging residents to prepare a kit with extra cash, medications, important documents, and an emergency food and water supply.

Climate change forces NC to adjust how it manages disasters

The Raleigh City Council has launched a $5 million pilot program to move people out of camps and into permanent housing.

In Depth with Dan: How Raleigh leaders are addressing the city's growing homelessness problem

The state has a budget surplus of more than $1 billion for the fiscal year that begins on July 1.

NC lawmakers could use budget surplus to fund rebate to taxpayers

Top North Carolina lawmaker considering sending money back to taxpayers

NC Senate leader Phil Berger weighs in on inflation's role in budget proposal

Dr. Charles Gerardo, chair of the department of emergency medicine for Duke University Hospital, said current visit times in the emergency department are 30% lower than when the data was taken for the Becker's Hospital Review rankings.

Duke University Hospital says ER wait times have dropped since report that found patients waiting 6+ hours

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North Carolina lawmakers voted Wednesday to approve a bill that would add a broad definition of antisemitism to state law.

NC lawmakers move forward with bill defining antisemitism

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5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for Bojangles and Sinbad's Pizza and Seafood 

Federal agencies look into credit card reward programs after complaints

US regulators are looking at potential 'bait and switch' schemes with airline-affiliated credit card reward points

Consumer Reports' best buys for May

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Drugs, money & speeding: A ride along with Nash County's sheriff

On I-95, speed, drugs and a special effort to stop them

WRAL Investigates lack of transparency at mental health facilities

Mom of pool electrocution victim fights for tighter rules around electrical hazards

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Donald Thompson: Take care of your teamâs mental health (and your own)

Startup uses AI to authenticate in-demand, collectible sneakers

Raleigh connects technology and city leaders with Smart Cities Conference and Expo

Cigarette-maker moving US headquarters to Raleigh

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'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' reigns at the box office with $56.5 million opening

From the boardwalk to the altar: T-shirt, shorts, bikinis and boot sellers are now dressing brides

Target to reduce number of stores carrying Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash

Your tax refund could be bigger this year. Here's what to do with it

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Moms at work: How to support parents after birth, adoption

Family

4 expert tips for raising a resilient kid

Family life coach can be part of a teen's mental health support team

12-year-old 'hype man' with cerebral palsy brings joy to Sampson classmates 

Meet this mom: Jessica Nauta Boone, a mompreneur juggling career, businesses and family

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