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BOULDER, Colo. (AP) â A man posing as a gardener to get close to a group in Boulder holding their weekly demonstration for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza planned to kill them all with Molotov cocktails, authorities said Monday.

Suspect posed as a gardener in Boulder attack and planned to kill all in group he called 'Zionist'

You know this has really inflicted a lot of fear in the Jewish community at large, the pro-Israel community. Colorado Governor Jared Polis reacting to the terrifying scene after a man in Boulder, Colorado set multiple people on fire at a Jewish community event. It was a weekly gathering to support Israeli hostages in Gaza. Witnesses are reporting that the subject used. A makeshift flamethrower and threw an incendiary device into the crowd. According to the FBI, the man yelled Free Palestine during the attack. It is clear that this is a targeted act of violence, and the FBI is investigating this as an act of terrorism. The subject has been identified as Mohammed Sabri Solomon, and he's 45 years old. Witnesses described the chaotic scene as bystanders rushed in with water to help the victims and extinguish the flames. It was two older ladies, um, just like kind of rolling around a little bit, and they have like really bad burns all up on their legs. There was one woman, who was an elderly woman who had her hair charred. The man believed to be the suspect was still on the scene when police arrived. A suspect was pointed out to our officers on the scene. Our officers immediately encountered that suspect. Who was taken into custody without incident. The suspect was injured. The suspect was taken to the hospital. I'm Reed Benyon reporting.

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Eight pro-Israel demonstrators set on fire in act of terrorism

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Nash County DA reviewing whether to file charges against police in Scotland Neck murder case

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More firearms are being seized at RDU security checkpoints, TSA says

WRAL Investigates: Video showed troopers violated policy. How are they still employed?

WRAL Investigates: NCSHP troopers violate policy

Warmer, drier weather ahead, with highs reaching the 90s later this week

High temperatures: June 3 - June 7

'It's as broken as everyone thinks it is': New NCDMV commissioner promises DMV revamp

Newly appointed North Carolina DMV Commissioner Paul Tine is promising to significantly reduce wait times and improve customer experience by implementing numerous changes.

Man faces 19 charges for standoff in Bear Creek, hundreds of rounds fired at deputies

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Organizers of the nationally recognized Eyes on Main Street Photography Festival in Wilson took down a photograph that had been prominently displayed on the side of a building after it generated a lot of pushback.


Public photo mural removed in Wilson after facing pushback

Vandalized photo mural in Wilson, North Carolina

Fayetteville police have arrested a juvenile and 18-year-old Quincy Case in connection with a May 21 shooting at a Wendy's restaurant on Skibo Road.

Fayetteville police arrest two people in Wendy's shooting investigation

Quincy Case faces several charges, including assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and discharging a firearm into an occupied property.

According to the National Parks Service, rangers and agents from the Asheville Police Department's bomb squad, FBI and SBI responded to reports of a suspicious item found in a dirt pull-off around 11:45 p.m. Sunday on the Blue Ridge Parkway near the intersection to the Folk Art Center.


'Improvised incendiary device' removed from Blue Ridge Parkway, park rangers say

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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 2025: North Carolina tropical storm and hurricane updates 

Tropical update as of 2 p.m., June 2, 2025

Wake County commissioners are set to vote Monday on a $2.1 billion budget that includes property tax increases to fund a voter-approved library bond and replace aging fire stations in unincorporated areas and Wendell.

Wake County commissioners to vote on $2.1 billion budget with tax hikes

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An All My Sons Moving & Storage truck became stuck Monday morning under the infamous truck-eating Peace Street bridge.



Truck becomes stuck under Peace Street bridge in Raleigh

Tom Llamas succeeds Lester Holt as anchor and managing editor at NBC Nightly News. His first day on the anchor desk is June 2, 2025.


Tom Llamas to anchor NBC Nightly News

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From workplace safety to defensive driving and more, the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina provides resources, information and training to keep North Carolinians safe.

Local organization wants to help you prevent injuries and save lives

Scotland Neck Police Chief Tommy Parker is out of the department after he was asked to resign, according to the town's mayor.


Scotland Neck police chief resigns after 'career-damaging' letter from DA

Scotland Neck Police Chief Tommy Parker

A water park in Raleigh was a summertime destination for decades as kids enjoyed swims, slides and sun. Silver Lake made a splash with many families.

Remembering Raleigh: Silver Lake struck gold with swimmers for decades

Silver Lake Water Park

Hundreds of dollars in cash and firearms were among the items stolen during a series of car break-ins near Raleigh's Crabtree Valley area in late May, according to incident reports from the Raleigh Police Department.


Cash, firearms stolen from vehicles amid break-ins in Raleigh's Crabtree Valley

This was one of several cars broken into in Raleigh in May 2025

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Five North Carolina teams were in the NCAA Baseball Tournament, but did they survive the regional rounds? Monday games will decide the fate for two teams.


NCAA baseball: Duke wins, UNC and Wake Forest face elimination games Monday

Duke baseball coach Chris Pollard

Experts say consumers can save hundreds of dollars each year simply by checking your television subscriptions.


5 On Your Side: Save hundreds of dollars by checking your TV subscriptions

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Plan ahead with simple steps to protect your home and your family, and you won't get flooded with worry the next time a hurricane is headed for the Carolina coast.

NC hurricane season: What to do when a hurricane is coming

Hurricane damage at Holden Beach

Another solar flare directed toward Earth could result in an auroral display for parts of the U.S. 

Ask the Meteorologist: Could North Carolina see the Northern Lights Sunday night?

A coronal mass ejection heads toward Earth

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New NCDMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems

New NC DMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems

NC troopers still employed despite apparent violations to code of conduct

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Photo removed from Wilson festival after pushback, vandalism

Carrboro sex offender charged in new sex crimes case

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Welcome back! WRAL's Chris Lovingood talks about being a new dad

WRAL's Chris Lovingood back at work after son's birth

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National Weather Service outage causes alert delays during Friday's severe storms in the Triangle

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Fox tests positive for rabies in Raleigh

NC homeowners hit with 7.5% insurance rate hike starting in June

Gator removed Saturday from pool of Southport home

Person stabbed with serious injuries in Raleigh, suspect in custody

Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war

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Thousands evacuated in 3 provinces as Canadian wildfires threaten air quality into some US states

What we know about the man charged in the attack in Boulder, Colorado

31 Palestinians are killed heading to a Gaza aid site, witnesses say. Israel denies responsibility

FBI says 8 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled 'Free Palestine'

This weekend is filled with fun, including a big soccer tournament in Cary and two concerts in Raleigh.


Weekend best bets: Luke Bryan, Wu-Tang and The Soccer Tournament

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Youth clinics, kids zone: A guide to family fun at The Soccer Tournament in Cary

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Foodie News: Nationally acclaimed taco restaurant to open first Raleigh location

Pulled pork tacos with salsa, guacamole and lime in background, 

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Out & About

Fact-checking Donald Trump as DOGE adviser Elon Musk leaves White House

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Fact check: Did NC reject Helene contractors over state racial 'quotas'?

Fact check: Did Memorial Day gas prices hit a 20-year low?

Fact check: Would GOP bill strip Medicaid, health care from 13 million Americans?

Fact check: Did Trump's transportation secretary vote against air traffic control upgrades?

'Toll road's dead': NC lawmakers pump the brakes on Wake County road-widening plan

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On the Record: Proposed cuts to NC state income taxes could lead to budget cuts, economists say

Proposed federal budget could leave holes in NC state budget

Federal cuts could sap services for NC as state lawmakers also look to trim

How much to fight fentanyl: Stein asks for special unit funded by state budget

Triangle gears up for graduation weekend: dates and venues for local high schools

Education

Brain Game semifinals: Apex Friendship High School vs Raleigh Charter High School

UNC-CH faculty concerned over 'highly unusual' lack of tenure promotions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will begin revoking the visas of Chinese students

Wake schools wrestling with AI policy as tech's presence grows in classrooms

Medicaid cuts could leave NC families without options for nursing home care

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UNC Health psychologist conducting research into men experiencing postpartum depression

"I'm not guilty": Owner of Orange Co. farm party property appears in court

Growth, housing and schools: Leaders speak to improvements, challenges of Raleigh living

'King tides,' heavy rain subside after causing 'perfect storm' on NC coast

Tar Heels hammer Oklahoma to earn spot in NCAA baseball super regional

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Hurricanes forward retires after neck injury

Different paths, same destination for the Thunder and Pacers, who will face off in the NBA Finals

Key North Carolina basketball starter transfers to NC State

Duke rallies past Oklahoma State to advance to win baseball super regional 

NCSCA releases its 2025 girls soccer all-state teams

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The 2024-25 NCHSAA state champions in every sport

Uwharrie Charter 3-peats as 1A baseball champs, beats Perquimans in Game 3

North Lincoln takes Game 3 over J.H. Rose to win 3A baseball state title

North Carolina homeowners face a 7.5% insurance hike on Juneâ¯1, adding about $243 yearly. Climate losses and higher rebuild costs are driving the surge.

NC home insurance premiums rise in June

NC home insurance premiums rise next week

Economic forecasters who work in state government have revised their budget projections slightly downward for the next two years.


NC budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

Economic forecasters who work in state government have revised their budget projections slightly downward for the next two years.



North Carolina budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

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Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

Orange County farm venue owner in court, denies responsibility

North Carolina is among the top states in the country for clean energy technology, but changes at the federal level could slow down that boom.

Federal spending cuts could pull the plug on NC's clean energy boom 

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has published an online map showing the proposed locations of the first batch of electric vehicle charging stations funded through a federal program. 

Gov. Josh Stein wants the clean energy sector to keep growing in North Carolina.

NC's clean energy boom could slow if Congress repeals tax credits

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Recall: 100,000 kitchen faucets sold on Amazon due to lead risk

Restaurant Ratings: Mamacita and Tacos Number Juan

5 On Your Side: Ingredient in gluten-free products contains high levels of lead

5 On Your Side: Hot car deaths are a year-round threat, how to be aware

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Former foster father tries to fix broken foster care system in NC

Former vice chair 'deeply disturbed' with campaign finance reports of Durham committee

SBI investigating case related to Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People

Former foster dad creates app that could help North Carolina's broken foster care system

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Donald Thompson: AI is revolutionizing hiring. Human resources officers must lead the charge

Attention VCs: Making the case for the Triangle as Silicon Valley of the East

Grace Ueng's Plunge Club: Pilots and 12 keys to happiness

David Gardner: Every business degree should require sales classes

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'Lilo & Stitch' passes 'Sinners' to become 2nd highest grossing film of 2025

FDA approves Moderna's new lower-dose COVID-19 vaccine

US inflation gauge cools with little sign of tariff impact, so far

Wall Street glides to the end of its best month since 2023

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Durham's Museum of Life and Science reopens red wolf exhibit with 3 new pups

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Proposed Medicaid cuts put nursing home care in jeopardy for NC families

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