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George Colom, the man accused of shooting two other men in Raleigh's North Hills, has a criminal history. He was the executive chef at Coquette, the restaurant where Friday's shooting took place.

North Hills shooting: Who is the gunman responsible for Friday's shooting in Raleigh?

<p>IT WAS FOR A QUOTE, SPECIAL OCCASION. BACK TO YOU. ALL RIGHT, CARLY, THANKS SO MUCH. WRAL HAS BEEN SPEAKING WITH EMPLOYEES AT COKE HEAD AND NEARBY. &gt;&gt; TO LEARN ABOUT THE SUSPECTED SHOOTER, THE EXECUTIVE CHEF AT THE RESTAURANT IS CARLY WAS JUST DETAILING WRAL'S. AARON THOMAS HAS BEEN LOOKING INTO AARON, WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED? &gt;&gt; SO, ALINA, WE DEFINITELY LEARNED A LOT THIS EVENING LEARNING THAT HE HAS A CRIMINAL HISTORY NOT ONLY HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA, BUT AS WELL AS THE STATE OF NEW MASK MEXICO. WE'VE BEEN SPEAKING WITH SEVERAL FLOOR EMPLOYEES THAT USED TO WORK WITH A AND INCLUDING HERE FORMER MANAGER THAT WORKS HERE AT A KOCH AT BEHIND US. NOW WHEN IT COMES TO THAT CRIMINAL HISTORY, WE LEARN JUST 3 DAYS AGO, THE MAN YOU SEE ON YOUR SCREEN ACTUALLY PLED GUILTY TO A MISDEMEANOR AND ORANGE COUNTY. HE ALSO SERVED SOME TIME IN FEDERAL PRISON IN THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO BACK IN 2011. HE SPENT 40 MONTHS THERE FOR POSSESSION OF A STOLEN GUN. DESPITE THE ALLEGATIONS AGAINST COLE, A FORMER COQUETTE REMEMBERED HIM FOR HIS IMPACT IN THE LEADERSHIP ROLLED TO HEAR ABOUT THE SHOOTING COMES AS A SHOCK. WE ALSO SPOKE WITH A DIFFERENT EMPLOYER WHO SAID THAT SHE HAD HOPED THAT HE WOULD BUILD A LONG, SUCCESSFUL CAREER, BUT THEIR COMPANY. BUT THEY DECIDED TO PART WAYS WASHING DIDN'T GO INTO DETAIL AS TO WHY THEY PARTED WAYS. HERE'S HER TAKE. WELL, SOME OF THESE ALLEGATIONS &gt;&gt; I WISH. THE PEOPLE IN MOMENTS OF EMOTIONAL. DRESS CANNOT GET THEIR HANDS ON GUNS. &gt;&gt; AND STATE COURT RECORDS SHOW THAT HE IS ORIGINALLY FROM ONSLOW COUNTY NEAR THE HOST AND ALSO FACED SEVERAL MINOR DRUG CHARGES. BACK TO YOU.</p>

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Jonathan Schaffer was killed at Coquette restaurant in North Hills.

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North Hills shooting traps shoppers, employees in area for hours; multiple schools go on lockdown

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A Holly Springs family is calling on their fellow North Carolinians to help save their daughter's life.

Join the fight: Holly Springs parents urgently seek bone marrow donor for 5-month-old daughter

Holly Springs parents urgently seek bone marrow donor for 5-month-old daughter

Ronald Johnson received a prison sentence of six to 17 months.

Former Smithfield police officer, Johnston school board member found guilty, sentenced to prison

Ronald Johnson (right) received a prison sentence of six to 17 months. 

Rain chances return this weekend, but it's not expected to be a washout.

Scattered weekend showers come ahead of Arctic cold, winter weather chance

Weekend forecast for 1/18 and 1/19/2025

Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 -- The obscure economics of online hustling. For every viral social media star who translates 15 seconds of fame into a substantial payout, there are untold millions of users who will either never go viral or go viral but not make any money.

TRESSIE McMILLAN COTTOM: What happens when the TikTok economy dies?

Supreme Court Backs Law Requiring TikTok to Be Sold or Banned

CAIRO (AP) â The ceasefire between Hamas and Israel will go into effect Sunday at 8:30 a.m. local time (0630 GMT), mediator Qatar announced Saturday, as families of hostages held in Gaza braced for news of loved ones, Palestinians prepared to receive freed detainees and humanitarian groups rushed to set up a surge of aid.

Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will go into effect Sunday morning, officials say

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Donald Trump was headed to Washington Saturday ahead of his second inauguration as president, four years after he departed the city under the shadow of an attack by his supporters on the Capitol.

Trump heads to Washington for inaugural celebrations to mark his return to power

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DURHAM, N.C. (AP) â Duke was rolling again against an Atlantic Coast Conference opponent. Yet Jon Scheyer wasn't thrilled with how the third-ranked Blue Devils had started the second half as Miami put together a modest spurt.

No. 3 Duke's romp-filled ACC start has Scheyer pushing Blue Devils to keep 'foot on the gas'

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With President-elect Donald Trump adding uncertainty around whether a TikTok ban will go into effect, the focus is now turning to companies like Google and Apple that are expected to take the popular video sharing app off their platforms in just two days.

What will happen to TikTok on Apple and Google's app store on Sunday?

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A newly unveiled search warrant reveals disturbing new details about the sexual assault of a disabled woman from September 2024 that led to charges for a GoWake bus driver.

Warrant: GoWake bus driver raped disabled woman after dropping her off at apartment

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Charles Murphy told police his girlfriend had kicked him out the previous Friday and he was gone all weekend. However, a Ring camera video from across the street showed him going in and out of the house that entire time.

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The first weeks of 2025 have seen a whirlwind of ups and downs. The holidays are looking pretty sweet, though.


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Post-election lawsuits over a disputed race for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat are getting complicated as the ballots of 60,000 voters are challenged. Here's what you need to know.

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Multiple events and volunteer opportunities will be held over the holiday weekend to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

List: Local MLK Day events, day of service projects

MLK Day virtual celebration in Durham

Many in Raleigh feel as through there's a snow hole over the city, but there are several factors that often leave the city wet and less wintry.

Ask the Meteorologist: Why does it seem like there is a 'force field' of snowlessness in Raleigh?

Photo of a snowman in Raleigh, courtesy of Erin Law

"My office is hearing from dozens in WNC who have been kicked out of their hotels tonight, despite FEMA's announcement yesterday that they were extending Transitional Sheltering Assistance through January 25," Senator Ted Budd said on X Tuesday evening.

Dozens in western NC kicked out of hotels Tuesday despite FEMA extending deadline, officials say

Bryan King, the co-owner of 12 Bones Smokehouse, sifts through the damage left by Hurricane Helene.

In his Jan. 14 confirmation hearing, Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, faced scrutiny over his level of experience and personal conduct.

Fact-check: Senate confirmation hearing for defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth

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Apex Friendship High School faces Lee County High School in Brain Game on Jan. 18, 2025.

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Teen steps up after California fires take out her school, leaves friends homeless

Teen helps friends after California fires

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TikTok influencers know potential ban would hurt wallet, sense of community

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Durham County commissioner says she cautiously optimistic about the deal 

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Fort Fisher celebrates 160th anniversary, $20M visitor center launch

Dick Vitale to call Duke-Wake Forest game, his first since beating cancer for the fourth time

 Saint Augustine's University urges NC AG to approve $70 million land lease deal

Durham nonprofits work to provide more school supplies for teachers and students

Chicago prepares for deportation arrests targeting hundreds next week after Trump takes office

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Extreme cold forecast for much of US in coming days

Thousands march in Washington days before Trump takes office

The rise â and potential fall â of TikTok in the US

Judges allow some Capitol riot defendants to return to DC for Trump's inauguration

Brewery Bhavana, a brewery and dim sum restaurant based in downtown Raleigh, is set to expand with a second location at Cary's Fenton development this April.


Foodie News: Brewery Bhavana adding location at Fenton in Cary

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Burger and soda bar opening in Holly Springs has 250 different sodas

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Weekend best bets: Lunar New Year, MLK Day events

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New developments signal downtown Raleigh rebound from COVID slump

Rendering: Garden West planned for downtown Raleigh in 2024

'Queen of Southern Cooking' Nathalie Dupree passes away in Raleigh

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NC Chinese Lantern Festival sets attendance record

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Fact-check: Senate confirmation hearing for Pam Bondi, attorney general nominee

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Fact check: Sanders says H-1B visa holders hired as dog trainers, massage therapists

Fact check: TikTok video accuses NC deputies of stealing generators donated for Helene victims

Misinformation trends of 2024: PolitiFact's month-by-month review

The Wrap: Court vs court in Riggs/Griffin race, Gov. Stein on reproductive rights, Sen. Tillis on hot seat

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Virginia plant aims to be first in the world to provide commercial nuclear fusion energy by 2030s

Holly Hill Children's Hospital in Raleigh halts child admissions

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North Carolina launched Energy Saver NC, a $208 million rebate program to cut energy costs, create jobs and boost resilience through home efficiency upgrades and appliance incentives.

North Carolina launches Energy Saver NC program with $208 million in rebates

North Carolina has launched its Energy Saver NC program.

WRAL anchor/reporter Eric Miller outlines what to do if your vote is being challenged in the ongoing lawsuit over a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court.

What to do if your vote is being challenged in lawsuit over seat on NC Supreme Court

A new report by the Federal Trade Commission says pharmacy benefit management companies are driving up your out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs. 

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After a year-long investigation into a teacher assaulting students with special needs at the school, WRAL News learned the principal of East Wake High School has stepped down.

East Wake principal steps down after WRAL Investigation into assault of students with special needs

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North Carolina's $208 million Energy Saver NC program launches Thursday, offering rebates up to $8,000 for heat pumps to cut energy costs, reduce emissions and improve public health.

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Wyatt Blanton, a project manager at Blanton's Heating and Air, said his company has more customers asking about heat pumps because they're environmentally friendly and can save money.

Post-election lawsuits over a disputed race for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat are getting complicated as the ballots of 60,000 voters are challenged.

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Holly Hill Children's Hospital pauses new patient intake

Durham police harness social media to tackle illegal dirt bike and ATV riders

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With a US ban on TikTok hours away, Trump says he 'most likely' will grant an extension

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