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Families in Edgecombe County will see safety changes at Friday night football games, following a shooting at last week's Southwest Edgecombe game that hurt two teenagers.


Edgecombe County increases safety at high school football games after shooting that hurt 2 teens

<p>SCHOOL SAYS IT WILL PROVIDE ANOTHER UPDATE AROUND 8.30, THIS MORNING. HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RETURNS IN EDGECOMBE COUNTY TONIGHT. ONE WEEK AFTER SHOOTING AT A SOUTHWEST EDGECOMBE GAME W RASHAWN GALLAGHER IS LIVE AT HIGH. SEAN, THERE WILL BE HEAVY PRESENCE THERE FROM THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE TONIGHT. &gt;&gt; YEAH, THAT'S RIGHT. IN A A MUCH HEAVIER PRESENCE, INCLUDING LIKE YOU SAID RIGHT HERE BEHIND ME AT TARBORO HIGH SCHOOL WHO IS HOSTING A FOOTBALL GAME TONIGHT. BUT THE EDGECOMBE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE TELLS ME THEY'RE DOUBLING THE NUMBER OF DEPUTIES THEY HAVE AT THESE GAMES FROM 6 TO 12. AND THAT'S JUST ONE OF MANY CHANGES. PARENTS AND STUDENTS SHOULD SEE HERE AND AT FOOTBALL GAMES ALL AROUND THE COUNTY. NOW, THE HOPE IS TO AVOID ANOTHER TERRIFYING SCENE LIKE THIS FROM LAST WEEK. KIDS SCATTERING FROM SOUTHWEST EDGE COMES FOOTBALL FIELD AFTER THAT SHOOTING SUPERINTENDENT ANDY BRYANT SAYS THEY STARTED WORKING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT GAME AND REALLY ALL WEEK ON TOP OF MORE DEPUTIES, BRYANT SAYS THEY WILL HAVE MORE LIGHTING WEAPONS DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METAL DETECTORS WITH EMPHASIS ON EXITS AND ENTRANCES WITH EVEN MORE SECURITY. AND WHAT YOU SEE TONIGHT IS WHAT YOU SHOULD EXPECT MOVING FORWARD. &gt;&gt; THE CHANGES WE'RE TALKING ABOUT OR OR PERMANENT CHANGES. AND AND I WOULD SAY THAT AS WE CONTINUE TO REVIEW TO SAFETY PROCEDURES AND PROCESSES WE HAVE IN PLACE. THERE MIGHT BE EVEN MORE CHANGES AS WE GO THROUGH AND WE'RE GOING TO TRY TO MAKE SURE THAT WE ARE SAFE AND ARE SPECTATORS A SAFE AND ARE STUDENT ATHLETES ARE SAFE? &gt;&gt; 17 YEAR-OLD IS FACING ATTEMPTED FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGES IN THIS CASE, LAW ENFORCEMENT MAKING THAT ARREST THIS WEEK AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SAYS THIS IS AN ISOLATED INCIDENT. BUT DESPITE THAT, THE DISTRICT SAYS IT WANTS TO DO EVERYTHING IT CAN TO TRY TO PREVENT SOMETHING LIKE THIS FROM EVER HAPPENING AGAIN AT ANY OF THE SCHOOLS ACROSS THE</p>

Extra security, enhanced safety after Edgecombe County school shooting

More security at Edgecombe County football games for Friday night

Down from 3,000 to 200 customers, including schools and businesses, without power in Johnston County

Streetlights are out in Johnston County following a power outage.

UNCW lockdown cleared: School says reports of person with a gun on campus were false

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Warrants: 30-year NCDOT employee charged with secretly peeping on couple

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Documents: Man accused of kidnapping 1-year-old girl barred twice from seeing girl's mother

Tyler Toodle appeared in court on Thursday. He faces several charges for allegedly kidnapping a 1-year-old girl, leading to an Amber Alert.

After Charlotte stabbing, Stein backs changes to magistrates, mental health involuntary commitments

Gov. Josh Stein gives update on western NC recovery as fall toursim season begins

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The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is convening for a crucial two-day meeting to vote on new guidelines for MMRV, Hepatitis B and COVID-19 vaccines. Decisions could impact vaccine schedules and insurance coverage nationwide.


Committee changes recommendation for childhood vaccines; considers COVID vaccines Friday

FDA Reviews Reports of COVID Vaccine Deaths

A local attorney is charged with embezzling over $3 million from his Johnston County law firm and various clients he represented.


Johnston County lawyer charged with embezzling over $3M from law firm and clients

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Jordan High School in Durham was temporarily placed on lockdown on Thursday afternoon. The lockdown was due to a report of someone possessing a weapon on campus.

Jordan High School lockdown ends after report of weapon on campus

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After a story about a man who nearly lost his foot aired, viewers emailed 5 On Your Side with complaints about potentially hazardous utility boxes near their homes. Getting the boxes repaired proved to be difficult.

5 On Your Side exposes problems getting potentially hazardous utility boxes fixed

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A teen was taken into custody Wednesday following a shooting at a high school football game in Edgecombe County.


Princeville teen charged with attempted murder after shooting at high school football game

One person shot at SouthWest Edgecombe High School football game

Find out how Duke's Manny Diaz, North Carolina's Bill Belichick and NC State's Dave Doeren try to stay at their best during the long, difficult grind of a football season.

Daytime breaks, routines and good sleep: How football coaches try to handle stress of the job

UNC coach Bill Belichick, NC State coach Dave Doeren and Duke coach Manny Diaz.

A first-grade student at Pembroke Elementary School received a one-year suspension after a staff member found a handgun in his waistband.


Pembroke Elementary first-grade student found with handgun

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The newest Dateline NBC series features the 2007 case of Denita Smith, a N.C. Central University student who was murdered at her Durham apartment by her fiancÃ©'s ex-girlfriend.


Deadly engagement: Podcast details romantic rivalry that killed an NCCU grad student

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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â Fourteen former N.C. State male athletes have filed a lawsuit in state court alleging sexual abuse under the guise of treatment and harassment by the Wolfpackâs former director of sports medicine, expanding a case that began with a federal lawsuit from a single athlete three years ago.

14 former NC State athletes have filed a lawsuit alleging abuse by ex-head trainer

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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.

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Modern fans demand an active tailgate scene, and UNC and North Carolina State are accommodating with upgrades that fans will notice.

NC's football stadiums: New tailgate celebration in Chapel Hill, updates coming for Wolfpack fans

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On Wednesday, officials posted on Facebook the Capuchin monkey escaped the Zootastic Park in Iredell County. Anyone who sees the monkey is asked to not approach it, and call the Iredell County Animal Services immediately.


Capuchin monkey escapes zoo in Iredell County, residents advised to stay alert

A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Florida was visible in North Carolina skies early Thursday morning. After 5:30 a.m., viewers from Clayton, Raleigh, Knightdale, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Smithfield and Willow Spring sent photos of what is believed to be a SpaceX launch. 

Photos: SpaceX launch visible in Clayton, Knightdale, Raleigh

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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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Carrie Everett, Miss North Carolina 2024, is battling a rare gastric cancer at just 21. After a year of service, her community is rallying to support her fight. Everett remains hopeful, embracing her new journey with faith and gratitude.


Former Miss North Carolina battles rare cancer, grateful for community support

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In the wake of Charlie Kirk's death, the social media response -- in support and opposition to his political positions -- has gotten some people in trouble. Employment law attorney Victoria Kepes of Noble Law answered WRAL News questions about social media, your job and the law.


Q&A: Can I be fired for a social media post?

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Students described what the lockdown felt like to WRAL reproter Heidi Kirk.

Lockdown at UNCW lifted after reports of a person with a gun on campus

In Depth with Dan: Why Jimmy Kimmel's show was pulled off the air

Disney's ABC is taking Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show off the air indefinitely after his recent comments about Charlie Kirk's suspected killer.

New team, but same core for Carolina Hurricanes as training camp begins

UNC System schools consider tuition increases

Jordan High School lockdown lifted after report of gun on campus

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3 killed in Macon County plane crash

William Peace University receives biggest donation in school's history

Wake County special ed teacher charged with assaulting student with disability

Early voting begins in Durham, Fayetteville for October primary election

Senate confirms 48 of Trump's nominees at once after changing the chamber's rules

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Man dies from blunt impact injuries after riding coaster at new Florida amusement park Epic Universe

More Americans say Israel has gone too far in the Gaza conflict

UK, Lithuania and Latvia detain people over allegations of arson and spying for Russia

Trump wraps up UK state visit with gratitude for his hosts while largely sidestepping tough issues

It is a busy weekend in September with a bounce house festival, BugFest, CenterFest and a celebration of 919 Day!


Weekend best bets: 919 Day, CenterFest, Bounce America

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Celebrate 919 Day with free concert in Raleigh

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Pumpkin patches, fall and Halloween events in NC

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Seaboard Station social district gets preliminary approval from city leaders

Raleigh leaders are considering expanding the Sip n' Stroll program to the Village District.

Roach races and buggy dishes: BugFest is coming up this weekend

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CenterFest to bring family fun to downtown Durham

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Fact check: Trump says gas and grocery prices are down

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Fact check: Does new North Carolina law allow doctors to practice without completing U.S. exams?

Fact check: Whatley says 'Cooper bears direct responsibility' for Charlotte stabbing

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Public employees' comments on Charlie Kirk killing largely protected by law, analysts say

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Viewers are telling 5 On Your Side about hazards involving in-ground utility boxes near their homes. Our team started getting these emails after a recent story. Now, Keely Arthur previews the problem neighbors say they can't get fixed.

5 On Your Side: Viewers say utilities ignore requests to fix broken box covers

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All great athletes know age will eventually catch them. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler meets a basketball team doing their best not to get caught.

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about President Donald Trump's executive order banning burning of the American flag.

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The president of the Durham-based company accused of not paying its employees missed her court date on Tuesday, and now a judge could issue an order for her arrest.

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Kristen Picot, president of the Durham-based nonprofit CJF America, is facing four misdemeanor charges for "simple worthless checks."

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UNC researchers finds endangered shark at local stores

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Man accused of identity theft taught at multiple schools in the area

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