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Donald Trump plans four rallies in three states, beginning in Raleigh. Doors at Dorton Arena open Monday at 6 a.m., and Trump is expected to speak at 10 a.m.

Last-day push before Election Day: Trump speaks at rally in Raleigh, Harris campaign stops in NC

Donald Trump rally in Raleigh at Dorton Arena

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'Citizen' shot by Rocky Mount police during search of home on Windsor Street

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Woman found shot on I-40 East near Cary, all lanes reopen

Crash, shooting on I-40 East in Cary under investigation 

10 tips for NC voters ahead of Election Day 

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Man charged with shooting boy & woman at Raleigh townhomes on Big Bass Drive

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'I didn't want anyone to get hurt': Clerk tells WRAL he didn't mean to kill man at Johnston County convenience store

Shooting scene in Johnston County

Can NC Democrats use Mark Robinson to break the GOP supermajority? Races to watch

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and Senate Leader Phil Berger

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Tropical Depression 18 formed Monday near Maracaibo south of Kingston, Jamaica. It is expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael later on Monday. WRAL meteorologists believe it could become a hurricane near Cuba in the next few days. Patty also formed in the North Atlantic over the weekend. 

Tropical Depression 18 forms, likely to become Tropical Storm Rafael Monday

Latest path on Tropical depression 18

Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 --  Affirm candidates who show respect, who care about the future of North Carolina, truly back public education, demand fair elections that produce sincere representation and pick leaders of character and integrity.

Editorial: Mark your ballot to support public schools, fair elections and integrity

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Pre-election jitters!

Monday starts off cool, but unseasonably warm air is forecast to return.

Another round of unseasonably warm weather expected this week

Hour-by-hour forecast for Election Day 2024

Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jacksonâs historic âThrillerâ album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at 91.

Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91

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Dive into the magic of the holiday season in the Triangle area with a plethora of festive activities to enjoy. Embrace the spirit of the season and make unforgettable memories with family and friends.


Top holiday events in the Triangle: Tree lightings, parades, and festive markets await

Watch the tree lighting ceremony at Cary's Fenton as part of the 'Light the Square' event

According to the Cary Police Department, the crash happened at 10:15 p.m. at the intersection of North Harrison Avenue and Chapel Hill Road.



At least two people hospitalized after crash in Cary, alcohol possible factor

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More than 1 million North Carolinians are expected to head to the polls Tuesday to pick a president, governor, state superintendent, state legislature and dozens of other officials who operate federal, state and local government. Here's what you need to know. 

Election Day is Tuesday. What North Carolinians need to know as they head to the polls 

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies â and will peak a week apart.

The Taurid meteor showers peak a week apart in November

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On Monday, we could learn what's next after the end of Bull City United, an anti-violence program in Durham.

Durham County leaders to meet Monday after Bull City United program discontinued

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On Election Night 2024, Nov. 5, count on WRAL for the fastest results and most comprehensive coverage.   

Count on WRAL on Election Night 2024

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NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

North Carolina Voter Guide 2024: Who's running, how, where, when to vote in NC election

In the 2024 primary election, North Carolina officials were forced to throw out more than 1,100 people's ballots because the mail delivered them after the election.

Haven't mailed your NC ballot yet? You may need to vote a different way. Here are options

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The person leaves a door hanger with a QR code that leads to a fraudulent ballot, according to the Raleigh Police Department.

Fraud alert: Raleigh police say person is falsely claiming that voting can be done using a phone

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Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the update on a new place for Q and a rooftop addition in Raleigh's North Hills.


Foodie News: BBQ lovers rejoice + a new outlook in North Hills

Big Mike's BBQ at View Bar

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A young woman in Chicago lost her vision in one eye after a brazen paintball accident.

Girl loses vision in one eye after paintball accident 

The last day of the presidential campaign is here 

Quincy Jones dies at 91: Remembering his legacy

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Boeing workers to vote on new contract offer

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Election causing you to lose sleep? You're not alone

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Durham County leaders to meet for first time since ending anti-violence program

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Why there's hope for NC factory towns laid low by the 'China Shock'

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Ask the Meteorologist: What makes Christmas trees thrive in western North Carolina?

Woman arrested, charged with shooting man near Clayton

Teen found safe Sunday night days after she went missing, Cary police say

'This is our livelihood': Family looks to rebuild business after storage unit fire

A presidential campaign unlike any other ends on Tuesday. Here's how we got here

Nation/World

Israel ends agreement with UN agency providing aid in Gaza

Nevada lithium mine will crush rare plant habitat US said is critical to its survival, lawsuit says

Moldovaâs pro-Western president wins 2nd term in runoff overshadowed by Russian meddling claims

China space station crew returns to Earth after 6 months in space

The first weekend of November is filled with holiday shopping opportunities, plus the final food truck rodeo at Durham Central Park for the year!



Weekend best bets: Durham Food Truck Rodeo, holiday fairs

Durham Food Truck Rodeo

Journey to Space: New exhibit opening at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences 

Five state parks reopen in western NC, including Grandfather Mountain and Lake Norman

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85+ events in NC to enjoy this November

Map shows parts of western NC open for tourism

Love for western North Carolina

Out & About

Dan Bishop ad claims Jeff Jackson 'embraced' sex offender. 5 questions, answered.

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Fact check: Moore says the White House didn't call him after Helene hit North Carolina

Fact-checking Kamala Harris' 'closing argument' speech at the White House Ellipse

Fact check: No, a former military leader wasn't arrested in North Carolina amid Helene relief efforts

Fact check: Grafstein says Lassiter 'repeatedly campaigned' for large school funding cuts

More than one million voters expected to cast ballots on Election Day

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North Carolina schools will have a new leader next year. Here's what you need to know

The biggest question in North Carolina: Can Democrats win?

Harris and Trump campaigns focus on Sunbelt states, NC in final days before election

Competitive NC race will help determine which party controls the U.S. House

NC leaders will elect new leader of public schools Tuesday

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Man shot overnight at Shaw University homecoming celebration

Man shot at Shaw University homecoming celebration after argument in parking lot, university says

NC superintendent race remains close as Election Day approaches

Real estate owners offer land for E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville

NC voters trust election results, but partisan divides linger, WRAL News Poll shows

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Cameron grandmother calls for Maytag oven recall after her stove explodes

NC superintendent race remains narrow as Election Day approaches, WRAL News Poll finds 

The majority of the Wake school board is up for election this year. Here's who's running

Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

Chuba Hubbard runs for 2 TDs, Young leads winning drive as Panthers beat Saints 23-22

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West Raleigh Baseball Association rallies around Bobby Norris 

Orlov, Necas lift Hurricanes past Capitals, 4-2

Saquon Barkley shines with backward leap, 2 touchdowns in Eagles' 28-23 win over Jaguars

Blaney gets shot at back-to-back NASCAR titles after controversial finish at Martinsville Speedway

Football playoff projections for the 2024 postseason

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Gibbons extends 4A volleyball dominance by East champs, defeats Marvin Ridge in title match

West Henderson claims sixth volleyball title, wins 3A title match over J.H. Rose

A house in a desirable neighborhood is now filled with critters and falling to pieces. Fed-up neighbors say it's been a decade and the city still hasn't done anything about it. At 6 p.m., WRAL investigates who's responsible when a home becomes a health hazard.

Filled with critters and abandoned for a decade: WRAL investigates who's responsible when a home becomes a health hazard

Less than one-quarter of likely Republican voters expressed full confidence that their votes will be accurately counted, and 40% said they had little to no confidence. Elections officials are trying to combat election skepticism.

WRAL News Poll shows how much trust NC voters have in elections

Voters fill out their ballots during the early voting period.

Outdated FEMA flood maps labeled thousands of North Carolina homes as "low risk," leaving residents blindsided when Hurricane Helene flooded their communities. One survivor's story reveals why accurate flood risk data is more urgent than ever.


Outdated flood maps left NC homeowners vulnerable to Helene's fury

WRAL reporter Liz McLaughlin stands with homeowner Melinda Williams where her home once stood in Banner Elk, before floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed it

About 4,009,194 North Carolinians -- 51.2% of the state's 7.7 million registered voters -- had cast ballots as of Friday afternoon. 

Demographics show shift in who is voting early in NC

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance is holding a campaign rally on Friday in Selma.

GOP VP nominee JD Vance speaks at rally in Selma

TamÃ¡s Meszerics keeps an eye on election security around the world, including the U.S.

A larger look at election security across the US

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5 On Your Side: Updating home fire detection

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: Chilango, Hardee's & Another Broken Egg

Biggest health information hack in US history impacts 100 million people

60,000 Wawa-branded tumblers recalled because their metal straws can cut customers

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Person killed in shooting on Sunshine Drive in Rocky Mount

Durham County ends Bull City United program

Bull City United discontinued: Durham County leaders terminate anti-violence program

Nebraska man charged with human trafficking victims in Durham also under investigation for fraud

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Q&A: How to foster workplace respect during election season

Mike Walden: For third month, NC leading indicators are lower

Wilmington's Artemis Immersive wins NC Tech award for groundbreaking 3D healthcare app

'Permanent downsizing': Raleigh, Durham among top work-from-home destinations, as office vacancies rise

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Microsoft makes major land buy in Person County

Headphones track brain waves as you listen

'Operation Save Christmas' underscores challenges for Christmas tree growers in western NC after Helene

Greg Behr: Bluey offers lessons for effective community relations

Business

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Family

Go Ask Dad: Bobbing for joy

Sculptors turn massive pumpkin into work of art

What to do with your leftover Halloween candy

Trick-or-treat safety tips: Drivers, darkness the biggest threats for kids this Halloween 

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