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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Trump administrationâs plea to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in teacher-training money as part of its anti-DEI efforts, while a lawsuit continues.

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to cut teacher-training money, for now

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Republican Jefferson Griffin wins NC appeals court challenge in case contesting 65K ballots

Allison Riggs vs. Jefferson Griffin: How did we get here?

Raleigh police identify man charged with stealing a police cruiser

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Record heat ð¥µ RDU breaks previous record set in 1934

Nearing record highs Friday afternoon

Medics on standby as record-breaking heat scorches Dreamville Weekend

Dreamville organizers and Raleigh officials plan for extreme heat ahead of the final Dreamville Festival. 

North Carolina faces record flu deaths

Sick child, flu, Covid, RSV, doctor, hospital

Cooper Flagg, Duke brace for Houston's relentless pressure

Cooper Flagg practiced Friday at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, one day before the Blue Devils play the Houston Cougars in the Final Four

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President Donald Trump on Wednesday launched a US trade war with every country via a barrage of tariffs that are set to go into effect almost immediately. American consumers and businesses stand to pay a hefty price for that battle.

Here's what could soon cost you a lot more because of Trump's massive tariffs

Hyundai to Invest $21 Billion in U.S. in Bid to Avoid Trumpâs Tariffs

New York (CNN) -- US stocks were battered by a steep sell-off Friday after China retaliated against the United States for President Donald Trump's tariffs in a tit-for-tat that escalates a global trade war.

Dow plunges 2,200 points as tariff tumult rocks markets

Stocks plunge on Wall Street

Tyler Baker-Williams was charged with child abuse after his 5-month-old suffered a fractured rib, toe and ankle, according to a warrant. He has a Friday afternoon court appearance.

Warrant: Former NC State football player fractured ribs, ankle of infant

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Two people died from a crash on Louisburg Road near I-540 in Raleigh on Friday morning. 

Police: Man was speeding, ran red light to cause deadly crash on Louisburg Road

Sky 5: Crash on Louisburg Road in Raleigh

There's no getting around it: construction barrels and closed lanes along I-440 between Raleigh and Cary have been a logistical nightmare for drivers for years.

'They're an eyesore': Drivers frustrated with logistical nightmare on I-440 as widening continues

I-440 construction in Raleigh

New York (CNN) â President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he will again postpone enforcement of the TikTok sale-or-ban law for 75 days. The delay comes after Trumpâs tariff announcement derailed a deal that had been set to transfer control of the appâs US operations to American ownership, a source familiar with the deal told CNN.

Trump to extend TikTok ban enforcement deadline after China tariffs derail deal

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NC State hired Will Wade, who was the head coach at McNeese State, to replace Kevin Keatts, who was fired after eight seasons in Raleigh.

Wade's contract with NC State worth more than $17 million

Will Wade not hiding from expectations at NC State

Thousands of music fans are facing last-minute accommodation challenges as hotel reservations for the Dreamville Music Festival in Dorothea Dix Park have been unexpectedly canceled, leaving attendees scrambling for alternatives.


Dreamville guests scramble for places to stay after hotel reservations canceled

Dreamville hotel cancelations

A woman was arrested and charged with breaking into a car and damaging property Wednesday morning after showing up to different homes off Lineberry Drive in Raleigh, banging on doors and trying to get inside.


Woman charged with breaking into car had history of trespassing, court records show

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Duke fans send in their photos to celebrate a memorable Final Four run. 

Duke fans: Show us your colors

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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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Sleep Token's label, RCA Records, reached out to Michaels ahead of the release of "Caramel"

WRAL meteorologist Chris Michaels collaborates with band, Sleep Token, ahead of single release

WRAL's Chris Michaels collaborates with Sleep Token ahead of its release of "Caramel"

Colorado State University is calling for an above-normal level of activity for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.


Above-normal, active 2025 hurricane season predicted by Colorado State University

Above-normal active 2025 hurricane season predicted by Colorado State University

Pup Park Shuttle was founded by a former UNC basketball player. Get ready to smile -- 20 dogs aboard a miniature school bus is likely the cutest thing you'll ever see. 

Cutest ride ever: Pup Park Shuttle for Raleigh's dog owners delivers big smiles

Pup Park Shuttle for Raleigh's dog owners delivers big smiles

Dreamville Festival is April 5-6 at Dix Park in Raleigh, NC. It was created by Fayetteville native and rapper J. Cole.


Dreamville Festival 2025: Lineup, parking and more

Dreamville Festival 2025

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Nine people are charged in a new crackdown, to put a stop to dangerous car club meet-ups and street takeovers.

Targeted traffic stops yield arrests linked to car club meets

YouTube car club street racing

Duke's Cooper Flagg becomes youngest player ever to win AP Player of the Year

Boat rage: Fight on the water gets captain fired

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Jon Scheyer on Cooper Flagg winning AP Player of the Year: 'So proud of this guy'

Cooper Flagg on winning AP Player of the Year and playing in the Final Four: 'It's a surreal feeling'

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Food, movies, shopping: Your guide to Fenton in Cary

Nine arrested after Durham car club meetup operation

Dreamville organizers, Raleigh officials announce new festival in 2026

Charlotte chosen as host for 2027 Military World Games, first US city to host global competition

Round three of severe storms for South and Midwest 

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Federal Reserve chief says Trump tariffs likely to raise inflation and slow US economic growth

Markets plunge with S&P 500 down 6% and Dow down 2,200 after China retaliates against Trump tariffs

Nearly half of National Weather Service offices have 20% vacancy rates, and experts say it's a risk

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest on new restaurants including the opening date of Peregrine, a collaboration between award-winning Chef/Owner Saif Rahman and Artist/Owner Patrick Shanahan.


Foodie News: Hotly anticipated Raleigh restaurant announces opening date

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City of Raleigh secures new multi-year deal for new music festival

Dreamville and Raleigh officials announce new multi-year deal under the Dreamville label

In bloomðº: The WRAL Azalea Gardens have started to blossom

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Dreamville Festival 2025: Lineup, tickets and details for J. Cole's annual 2-day NC concert event

Weekend best bets: Dreamville, Globetrotters and egg hunts

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Out & About

Fact check: Trump says automakers are building plants 'at levels we've never seen'

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Fact check: Scott says jobs were falling 'almost the entire Biden administration'

Fact check: Is Trump ending Medicare coverage of telehealth visits?

Fact check: How long has North Carolina had partisan judicial elections?

Fact check: Elon Musk calls Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme'

State Court of Appeals rules in favor of Jefferson Griffin's effort to throw out 65K votes

NC Capitol

Want a job? NC lawmakers push to make state jobs open to more people

Financial experts: Don't react too quickly to volatile markets

NC lawmakers react to sweeping tariffs

NC lawmakers propose bill to fix broken foster care system

New lawsuits: Companies sue Saint Augustine's University for more than $18M

Education

NC education officials ask feds to restore $17M in federal Covid relief funds

K-12 schools must sign certification against DEI to receive federal money, administration says

NC teacher turnover is down, but the profession has changed, new data shows

NC bills to get more teachers into classroom advance in House committee

NC to launch digital system to track foster children after WRAL documentary exposes gaps

WRAL In Depth

Only on WRAL: Injured officer's father shares gratitude for community support

President Trump signs executive order targeting inflated ticket costs, joined by Kid Rock

NCDMV will follow Arizona's blueprint to fix long wait times, appointment woes

Outdated tech, lack of staff blamed for NCDMV's long waits, severe delays

College basketball transfer portal tracker: UNC lands Arizona big man; 2nd McNeese player to NC State

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Women's Final Four brings powerhouses UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina to Tampa

Bulls fall to Sugar Land 7-1

Carolina Hurricanes playoff tickets go on sale next week

ACC women's basketball tournament leaving long-time home in Greensboro

Reidsville star Dionte Neal receives offers from App State basketball & football

HighSchoolOT

"He is like a sponge": D.H. Conley star Ethan Stewart taking freshman year in stride

The key players back from last year's NCHSAA East regional finalists

No. 12 West Stokes routs Forbush baseball in six innings

No. 5 D.H. Conley holds off No. 13 South Central, wins 10th straight

By 2050, thousands in coastal North Carolina may face severe flooding from rising seas, with older adults especially at risk, according to a new Climate Central report.

North Carolina in top 10 for coastal flood risk, report finds

North Carolina in top 10 for coastal flood risk

The state of North Carolina is adding a statewide digital system for social workers to track foster children as they are relocated.

New NC online system rolls out in spring to help workers track foster care children

President Trump signed an executive order aimed at reforming the live entertainment ticketing industry by targeting ticket scalping, bot usage, and hidden "junk fees."

President Trump signs executive order on ticket scalping, joined by Kid Rock

Pharmacists say House Bill 163 would limit the profits that go to middlemen known as pharmacy benefit managers or PBMs. But pharmacy benefit managers say any attempt to restrict their business practices will lead to higher drug prices for patients.

Pharmacists ask NC lawmakers to rein in pharmacy benefit managers

Pharmacy benefit managers say attempts to restrict their business practices will lead to higher drug prices for patients. Rep. Heather Rhyne, who is proposing legislation to limit PBM profits, disagrees. 

Pharmacists push for reforms to pharmacy benefit managers in NC

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North Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins discussed ongoing issues at the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. Hopkins said he wanted to improve wait times and North Carolina residents' ability to schedule appointments.

NC Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins on NCDMV issues: 'A lot of things we've got to fix'

North Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins discussed ongoing issues at the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles.

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Recall: Some Tostitos could have milk not listed on label

Recall: Chocolate bars sold nationwide may contain small rocks

At least 50 customers impacted by fuel tank mix-up at Refuel in Apex

Drivers experience car trouble after filling up at Apex gas station

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Helene 6 months later: Some living months without power or water

Six months since Hurricane Helene, Ashe County residents struggling to rebuild

Trooper credibility raises questions about old cases

Nearly 200 cases tied to two NC troopers dismissed. Some question: Why not more?

Investigations

Tom Snyder: NC's Triangle could lead the US in global quantum race

Donald Thompson: How leaders build resilience during adversity

Neighborly networking: Raleigh-Durham Startup Week showcases the Triangle's entrepreneurial spirit

Mike Walden: Recession or slowdown? NCSU Index continues slow decline

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Trump says things are 'going very well' after worst stock market drop in years over tariffs

US added 228,000 jobs in March as economy showed strength in buildup to Trump trade wars

Unemployment benefits for striking workers being considered in Oregon, Washington

Dow drops 1,600 as US stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trumpâs tariffs cause a COVID-like shock

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Family

Go Ask Dad: 9 lessons from New York, New York

Sailor identified, returned home decades after Pearl Harbor death

Federal funding now uncertain for Marbles Kids Museum expansion

Marbles Kids Museum expansion moves forward amid federal funding uncertainty

Amazon deals: KitchenAid vegetable peeler only $4.95 (50% off), Hanes women's socks 6 pk only $9.50 (50% off), Portable 74-Pc Sewing Kit only $4.99 (54% off)

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Walmart Deals: Huffy Bikes starting at $64, Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner only $99 (reg. $219), Heavy Duty 4 Shelf Metal Shelving Unit only $37.99 (reg. $109.99)

BJ's Wholesale Club one year membership only $20 (75% off) PLUS get $20 reward when you make a $60 purchase

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