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An initial report from the Federal Aviation Administration indicates the small plane that crashed at Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Wednesday "bounced" as it attempted to land.

RDU plane crash: Aircraft 'bounced' during landing attempt, pilot expected to recover

<p>THIS TIME. THE SCENE WAS CLEARED AROUND 3.45. THIS MORNING AND MORE BREAKING NEWS. WE NOW KNOW WHAT CAUSED A PLANE TO CRASH ON THE RUNWAY AT RDU. JEFF HOGAN IS IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER WITH A NEW DETAILS IN THE FAA INVESTIGATION. YEAH, MICHELLE IS STRAIGHT OUT OF THE FAA IS PRELIMINARY REPORT AND IT IS VERY PRELIMINARY RIGHT NOW. THEY HAVE 30 DAYS TO PUT TOGETHER THE ENTIRE PRELIMINARY REPORT. BUT AS YOU LOOK AT THAT WRECKED PLANE. &gt;&gt; THIS VERY TINY DESCRIPTION THAT THEY GAVE US ABOUT THIS WRECK MATCHES UP WITH WHAT OUR EXPERTS HAVE BEEN SAYING. IT IS THAT THE AIRCRAFT ATTEMPTED TO LAND. IT BOUNCED AND THEN BEGIN A MISSED APPROACH. AND THEN CRASHED. THAT'S THE SHORT DESCRIPTION THAT IS GIVEN IN THIS PRELIMINARY REPORT RIGHT NOW. THEY DO HAVE AN INJURY REPORT AS WELL. IT LIST THE PIRATES, PILOTS INJURIES AS SERIOUS AND THE PASSENGER WHICH WAS A DOCTOR. HIS INJURIES ARE MINOR RIGHT NOW. WE CONTINUE TO FOLLOW UP ON BOTH OF THEIR CONDITIONS AND HOW THEY'RE DOING AS WELL AS WHAT'S NEXT WITH THIS PRELIMINARY REPORT AND THE INVESTIGATION. THINGS, THOUGH, TRYING TO GET BACK TO NORMAL OUT AT RDU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WHERE KELSEY COFFEE IS STANDING BY RIGHT NOW &gt;&gt; SO DEFINITELY TO DELAYS TO TELL YOU ABOUT. SO FAR THIS MORNING AT RDU, WE'RE WORKING TO FIND OUT WHETHER THOSE ARE RELATED TO THE CRASH THAT HAPPENED YESTERDAY. BUT RIGHT NOW WE'RE AT THE TOP OF THE PARKING DECK AT RDU. SO YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO GET A SMALL GLIMPSE OF THAT PLANE IS WE'RE GOING TO ZOOM IN NOW. YOU CAN GET A LOOK AT THE NOSE OF THE PLANE AND THAT WILL GIVE YOU A BETTER TAKE A LOOK AT THIS. SKY. 5 FLEW OVER RDU AFTER THIS. UNC MEDICAL PLANE CRASHED ON THE RUNWAY. 2 PEOPLE WERE INSIDE AT THE TIME. UNC MEDICINE, DOCTOR PAUL JOE MINSKY AND PILOT ART JOHNSON, DOCTOR TOMINSKY IS BACK HOME THIS MORNING RECOVERING JOHNSON IS STILL IN THE HOSPITAL. SO WE'RE WORKING TO GET AN UPDATE ON THEIR CONDITION. INVESTIGATORS ARE STILL LOOKING INTO WHAT CAUSED THIS CRASH. AVIATION EXPERT JIM CROSS ANALYZE THE DAMAGE WHEN THE PLANE FIRST HIT THE GROUND. &gt;&gt; IT APPEARS TO ME THAT SOMETHING HAPPENED DURING APPROACH OR ON TOUCHDOWN OR SHORTLY AFTER TOUCHDOWN. &gt;&gt; AND THAT INFORMATION WAS CONFIRMED BY THE FAA IS A PRELIMINARY REPORT. WE ALSO CHECKED IN WITH UNC HEALTH AND THEY SAY THAT THE PLANE WILL BE SENT TO DELAWARE FOR FURTHER EXAMINATION. SO BE SURE TO KEEP YOU UPDATED ON THE DETAILS OF</p>

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Teen arrested, charged in death of 13-year-old girl found shot on Monday

Young girl shot at Raleigh apartment 

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New York (CNN) â US stocks sank Thursday afternoon after the latest GDP report showed that US economic growth slowed to 1.6% in the first quarter of the year, a much weaker pace than expected.

Dow sinks 550 points after GDP report

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Thursday, April 25, 2024 -- President Joseph Biden well-knows that patience is a virtue. We can only hope, in the case of this latest aid to Ukraine, the cost of patience doesn't come at the expense of that nation's freedom and security.

Editorial: How steep a toll will Ukraine pay for needless delay US aid? 

Senate Approves Aid for Ukraine and Israel, Sending It to Bidenâs Desk

Coming off a momentous win in Game 2, the Carolina Hurricanes hit the road for Game 3 of the first-round playoff series against the New York Islanders on Thursday night at UBS Arena.

Hurricanes head north for Game 3 encore after dramatic win

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is announcing four new regulations Thursday that will cut pollution from power plants. Environmental organizations are applauding the move.

New federal rules will require power plants to cut pollution

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According to the Sampson County Sheriff's Office, a school resource officer discovered the body of a man inside a vehicle at Hobbton Middle School athletic field. Authorities believe the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. 

Body discovered at a Sampson County school, identity unknown

Body found at Hobbton Middle School

The 12-year-old boy had been required to sleep in a tube-like tent, enclosed by a solid plastic sheet. Upon discovering that the zipper for the tent was broken, the report says, "staff needed a zip tie out of the tool bag."

'Suffocation is always possible': NC report reveals sleeping arrangements may have contributed to boy's death at NC wilderness camp

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NEW YORK (AP) â Prosecutors said Thursday that Donald Trump again violated a gag order in his hush money trial, as the criminal case resumed on the same day that the U.S. Supreme Court weighed whether he should be immune from prosecution for actions taken during his time as president.

New York prosecutors in Trump's hush money trial say former president continues to violate gag order

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Brewgaloo was named the number one best beer festival two years in a row by USA Today's 10Best list.

Brewgaloo returns to Raleigh: Parking, weather info for NC's largest craft beer fest

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Prosecutors said Kamal Rasool Abdal-Rafi was upset that a man was walking his dog close to the King Khalid mosque on campus.

Prosecutors: Alleged shooter at Shaw was angered by man walking dog

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State lawmakers will use the 2024 session to spread around a $1 billion budget surplus and possibly tackle contentious policy debates around immigration, marijuana, child care and changes to election laws ahead of the November election.

Marijuana, immigration, election laws: NC's 2024 legislative session not just about the budget

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From protecting windows to securing your yard, learn how to prepare your North Carolina home during hurricane season.

Hurricane-proof your NC home: Essential steps to weather the storm

Hurricane damage at Holden Beach

Biscuit Belly, a fast-casual breakfast concept revolving around large biscuit sandwiches, will open on Tuesday, April 30.



Biscuit Belly sets opening date in Raleigh

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Welcoming warmer weather means saying hello to what winter left behind in our yards and gardens - messy garden beds, dead plants, leftover fall leaves, sticks and limbs all need attention.

4 steps to take now to enjoy your yard through spring and summer

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(CNN) -- The total solar eclipse has come and gone, but sky-gazers have reason to keep looking up -- a meteor shower will peak this week right before a full moon rises. The bright orb may steal some of the Lyrids' thunder, but experts have some tips on how best to view the celestial spectacle.

Look up: April's full moon, the pink moon, visible this week

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods: How to protect your home in North Carolina

Princeville residents weigh options after Hurricane Matthew

The film has a heavy focus on dogs, and crews have permission to have dogs on the beach while they work.

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NBC's Sam Brock reports on an American tourist facing 12 years in jail after Turks and Caicos authorities found ammunition in his luggage.

US tourist faces 12 years in prison after airport staff find bullets in luggage

Man found with ammo in Turks and Caicos facing prison sentence

Tonight at 6, WRAL Investigates distracted teen driving

Distracted driving behind more crashes in NC than speed, alcohol combined

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New airline rules give cash, more benefits to flyers

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Will college Gaza protests impact 2024 vote?

Campus Protests Over Gaza Intensify Amid Pushback by Universities and Police

Couple arrested for pointing gun at daycare

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East Cary Magnet Middle School students released after hour-long lockdown

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$1 billion to fight opioid crisis: Nearly two dozen NC counties yet to spend funds

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Some campuses call in police to break up pro-Palestinian demonstrations, while others wait it out

Sierra Ferrell and Steep Canyon Rangers are among the headliners for this fall's IBMA Bluegrass Live! event, organizers announced Wednesday. 

Lineup released for final IBMA Bluegrass Live! in Raleigh

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'Dueling Dinosaurs:' One-of-a-kind dig, laboratory access at Raleigh science museum

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Top NC Senate Republican on college conference realignment: 'No rash decisions'

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Although Raleigh and Durham have relatively good air quality, a new report from the American Lung Association shows ozone smog is increasing.

'State of the Air' report shows smog is worsening in Raleigh and Durham compared to 2023

Of North Carolina's 100 counties, 60 have initiatives in place to combat the opioid crisis. It includes Wake and Johnston counties.

Millions of dollars in opioid settlement funding unused

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Michele Morrow is hosting a School Safety Townhall on Tuesday night in Cary. There will be a panel discussion with teachers, school resource officers and members of school boards.

NC superintendent candidate to discuss school safety at town hall event

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser announced Monday a new K-12 environmental literacy plan.

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Lincoln Heights Elementary School in Fuquay-Varina will build a pollinator garden, while the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality announced a new K-12 environmental literacy plan. 

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