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The Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Friday said an unoccupied house in Rodanthe collapsed in the early morning hours. No injuries were reported.


Home collapses in Rodanthe, third in Outer Banks this year

Drone 5 shows beachfront homes in the town of Rodanthe are at risk of collapsing into the Atlantic Ocean.

Drone video shows Outer Banks homes at risk of collapsing into Atlantic Ocean

Mark Robinson staying in NC governor's race, despite pressure following report of porn site comments

In Economy-Focused Speech, Trump Still Lobs Personal Attacks Against Harris

Cooper vetoes bill expanding private school vouchers, require sheriffs' ICE cooperation

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper

Slim chance for late Friday storms, summer-like weekend kicks off fall 

Rain chances for Friday, Sept. 20

Inmate escapes Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, search underway in Fayetteville

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NC governor candidate Mark Robinson made dozens of disturbing comments on porn forum, CNN report says

Robinson responds to calls for resignation over anti-LGBTQ comment

Cary man who breached police perimeter during Capitol siege sentenced to 3 years in prison

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Gov. Roy Cooper discusses state funding for private school vouchers

A Texas woman who has a similar name as a wanted suspect and landed behind bars in Broward County is now now suing the county and the deputy who busted her for the mistaken arrest.

Texas woman mistakenly arrested for child endangerment has similar name to suspect

Woman mistakenly arrested in Florida because of her name

This week's foodie news brings exciting updates from Wake County with the grand opening of Scott Crawford's new restaurant at RDU Terminal 2 and Captain Cookie & The Milk Man is unveiling a second Raleigh location at North Hills with enticing giveaways. 

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Frank Lynn Moody was charged with larceny of a motor vehicle, injuring wires and fixtures of utility companies and assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. 

Police: Western NC man stole Spectrum boom truck with employee still in bucket

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NC State tested 27 buildings on campus for PCBs over the past 7 years. The chemicals were detected, either inside or outside, at 22 of them. 

PCBs at NC State: Dorms, library, classroom buildings test positive

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Durham police charged and arrested Jamar Beulah and Jaylen Steele in connection with the homicide of 26-year-old Charles Parker Jr.

2 charged in Durham murder from April

Two arrested in Durham homicide

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) â A judge in a rural Kentucky county was fatally shot in his courthouse chambers Thursday, and the local sheriff was charged with murder in the killing, police said.

Kentucky sheriff charged in killing of judge at courthouse

Kentucky judge shot by sherrif

Ryan Hudson, who witnessed the goats running around, summed it up well. "Only in Yadkin County," Hudson said.

Goats baaa-ck home after running around on western NC highway

Goats gone wild: Goats walk on NC highway, video goes viral 

The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

Hurricane season 2024: Storm could form in Caribbean, possibly impact US

Tropical outlook, updated Sept. 20, 2024

A bridge demolition will close a portion of Hillsborough Street this weekend.



Bridge demolition closing Hillsborough Street in Raleigh this weekend

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Pro-Palestinian protesters on Thursday afternoon spray-painted the ROTC Armory building at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and vandalized other buildings. Police are also searching for someone they say assaulted someone during the protest.


More UNC protests: 'Number of buildings' damaged by pro-Palestinian group at UNC; police searching for assault suspect

More UNC protests: ROTC building defaced at UNC during pro-Palestinian protest

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Two new Wawa convenience stores in Wilson are officially open for business.



Wawa in Wilson: Wawa celebrates grand opening of 2 new Wilson locations 

Wawa

This weekend is filled with festivals and live music. 

Weekend best bets: CenterFest, Jelly Roll

CenterFest Arts Festival

Blackbeard, also known as Edward Teach, is arguably North Carolina's most famous pirate. Here's a list of five famous pirates in North Carolina.

North Carolina pirates: 5 famous NC pirates, including Blackbeard 

Blackbeard

Music legend Stevie Wonder is headed to Greensboro as part of his 10-day tour, "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart."

Music icon Stevie Wonder brings 'Sing Your Song' tour to Greensboro: A night of healing and hope

Stevie Wonder is coming to Greensboro 

The interactive dinosaur exhibit Jurassic Quest will stop at the Raleigh Convention Center Nov. 15-17, 2024.

Dinosaurs return to Raleigh in November

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A Texas woman who has a similar name as a wanted suspect and landed behind bars in Florida is now now suing the county and the deputy who busted her for the mistaken arrest.

Farmer grows 550-pound pumpkin

550-pound pumpkin

People report mysterious eye injuries after Arizona Trump rally

Woman sues Delta, claiming coffee gave her second-degree burn

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Mark Robinson denies allegations in CNN report; Stein campaign calls him 'unfit'

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson

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Baby powder sold in NC, on Amazon recalled due to asbestos

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The Smoky Mountains' highest peak is reverting to the Cherokee name Kuwohi

Durham Public Schools approves supplement increase for some employees

Shopping, condos, affordable housing in vision for old Durham Police Headquarters 

To compete in convention business, study says Durham needs to start over 

Passenger on a previous Titan sub dive says his mission was aborted due to apparent malfunction

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Vouchers ease start-up stress for churches seeing demand for more Christian schools

It's been a decade since 43 students disappeared in Mexico. Their parents still fight for answers

Thousands of exploding devices in Lebanon trigger a nation that has been on edge for years

Voters split on whether Harris or Trump would do a better job on the economy: AP-NORC poll

Mongolia trained wrestler brings techniques to Raleigh this weekend

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Three new restaurants open at RDU Terminal 2

Crawford's Genuine at RDU International Airport

Out & About

Fact check: Is rape up 53% in NC since Josh Stein became Attorney General?

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Democrats, LGBTQ+ groups criticize Michele Morrow post

NC education candidate Michele Morrow falsely says the 'plus' in 'LGBTQ+' includes support for pedophilia

From eating dogs to Taylor Swift: Fact-checking Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's first 2024 presidential debate

Preview Trump and Harris' talking points ahead of the presidential debate

North Carolina judge won't prevent use of university digital IDs for voting

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Mark Robinson denies CNN report of lewd comments, says he will stay in NC's governor's race

Former NC Senator Stevens, other Republicans to endorse Stein

JD Vance in Raleigh: Pitches economic plan to lower grocery prices, cost of child care

Republicans for Harris make their case against Trump's economic plan

Mia Hamm will speak at UNC graduation in 2025, held again at night 

Education

Famed pilot Barrington Irving helps Southeast Raleigh High launch new 'Flying Classroom' program

Durham middle schooler among top 30 young scientists in country

Chapel Hill police officers identify juvenile behind 'non-credible' school threats

State, new HB10 shorting public schools on funding, Wake school board members say

Allegations of abuse, no shower for over a year: Residents desperate for change at Durham nursing home

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Wake County school district leaders evaluate response to Heritage High School bomb threat

For the first time, NC police using AI to monitor police behavior

In Depth with Dan: Friday the 13th's spooky mythology and how it came to be unlucky

5 On Your Side helps wrongfully convicted man get his dream pool shaped like Mr. Peanut

Dundon on arena development: 'Hard part is making sure you get it right'

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 No. 21 Clemson, N.C. State open ACC play at Death Valley 

North Carolina chases another 4-0 start when it hosts James Madison

Duke hits road to Middle Tennessee looking for 4-0 start before start of ACC slate

Cooper: Raleigh should be top North Carolina choice for MLB expansion

No. 3 Marvin Ridge sweeps No. 21 Weddington to remain unbeaten in NC

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Football playoff projections for the 2024 postseason

Predicted winners for all 180 games in week 5 of the high school football season

Watch ENC rivals New Bern & No. 10 Havelock in the HighSchoolOT Game of the Week

Week 5 JV football scores from across North Carolina

Carver Living Center, a nursing home in North Durham, has received numerous complaints from residents alleging mistreatment and poor living conditions.

Residents express concern about Durham nursing home

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Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance is speaking Wednesday in Raleigh.

GOP VP nominee JD Vance speaks at rally in Raleigh

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance spoke with WRAL News about lowering grocery bills, his desire to eliminate illegal immigration and making child care more affordable.

JD Vance speaks 1-on-1 about lowering grocery bills, eliminating illegal immigration and lowering cost of child care

A political ad featuring an AI parody of Republican candidate Mark Robinson will begin airing next week in TV media markets across the state. It is believed to be the first of its kind to hit the airwaves in North Carolina. Political observers say it's only the beginning.

AI-generated political TV ad takes aim at NC governor's race 

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson speaks at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee

Rodanthe homes in the Outer Banks are at risk of collapsing into the Atlantic Ocean due to erosion, high winds and king tides. Seven North Carolina homes have already collapsed in the past four years.

Oceanfront Outer Banks homes on verge of collapse

Rodanthe homes in the Outer Banks are at risk of collapsing into the Atlantic Ocean due to erosion, high winds and king tides.

Dawn Mangum was arrested on a felony charge of attempting to obtain property by false pretense on Monday. 

On charge she made false claim to $4.5 million home, woman gets $150,000 bond

Dr. Craig Adams, the owner of a high-end Raleigh home, says a woman he's never met filed legal documents claiming she owns his house.

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5 On Your Side: Fed cuts interest rate by half point 

Woman charged with filing fake deed in attempt to take over Raleigh home

Two Franklin Co. families say contractor caused big problems

Woman surrenders on fraud charge connected to fake deed on $4 million home

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NC Supreme Court hears case Thursday of ousted clerk of court

Franklin County clerk who lost job after accusations of misconduct takes appeal to NC Supreme Court

Investigators release timeline after man found dead with rope around his neck in Vance County

Family speaks out after man found dead with rope around his neck

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SAS Institute hosts AI SMB summit offering insights for business owners

Mike Walden: Many measures make it tough to understand employment data

Apple advances for hearing, sleep a boon for aging audience

Federal Reserve cuts key rate by sizable half-point, signaling end to its inflation fight

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Biden says Fed made 'declaration of progress' with interest rate cut

Dow, S&P 500 close at record highs after Federal Reserve's supersized rate cut

US home sales fell in August despite easing mortgage rates, more homes on the market

Titan submersible's scientific director says the sub malfunctioned just prior to the Titanic dive

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Silent struggle: Understanding pelvic floor challenges in menopause

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How Does Pregnancy Change the Brain? Clues Are Emerging.

Car seat safety: AAA shares tips for parents after alarming crash data

Instagram's new 'teen accounts': What parents and kids need to know

3 ways to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day on Sept. 19

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Free queso AND pepperoni pizza deals on Friday, Sept. 20

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $15 (70% off)

Crocs Sale: Select Clogs and Sandals 2 for $50

Top grocery sales valid Sept. 18-24

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Tar Heel Traveler: Wilderness Run Alpine Rollercoaster

Tar Heel Traveler: Paddleboard pair 

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Taco Bell will test a vegetarian menu this year