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Thousands gathered at the Lenovo Center for Raleigh's much-anticipated July 4th fireworks display, marking a return to tradition with a sky-only spectacle.

Raleigh's July 4th fireworks celebration returns to the Lenovo Center

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Raleigh celebrates Independence Day with fireworks show outside Lenovo Center

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Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could boost NC economy - or hurt GOP prospects in 2026

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Hurricane season 2025: Tropical Depression 3 forms off SC coast, expected to bring rip currents and storms to NC coast

Tropical Depression 3 path as of 11 p.m. Friday, July 4, 2025.

Hot but less humid holiday weekend, storm & rip current chances increase along NC coast

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'THANK THE LORD:' Southport man saves beloved dog from jaws of alligator

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24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

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Man dies in accidental electrocution at Chicora Cemetery in Dunn

A man died Friday morning from an accidental electrocution at Chicora Cemetery in Dunn, according to the Harnett County Sheriff's Office.

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A Grays Creek man critically injured in a Wednesday house fire remains in the hospital in a medically induced coma.


Grays Creek man badly burned in house fire remains in hospital, family says

WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump signed his package of tax breaks and spending cuts into law Friday in front of Fourth of July picnickers after his cajoling produced almost unanimous Republican support in Congress for the domestic priority that could cement his second-term legacy.

Trump signs his tax and spending cut bill at the White House July 4 picnic

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Major construction is set to accelerate on phase two of the Complete 540 project, extending the Triangle Expressway by 10 miles to Interstate 87 in Knightdale.

Complete 540 project gears up for phase two of construction

Major construction is soon set to ramp up on phase two of the Complete 540 project.

The Fourth of July is often one of the loudest nights of the year, and your pets may not be big fans of fireworks with the sights, sounds and smells. Vets suggest thundershirts, ear protection and medication in some cases to calm dogs.

How to keep your pets safe, calm and comfortable during Fourth of July fireworks

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A 5-year-old girl named Ema, who was shot in the knee during a Monday road rage incident, has returned home from the hospital.

5-year-old girl shot in Cary road rage incident returns home from hospital

A 5-year-old girl named Ema, who was shot in the knee during a Monday road rage incident in Cary, has returned home from the hospital. Photo submitted by Ema's family.

Fireworks may dazzle, but they also pollute the air, disrupt wildlife and pose health risks. Some North Carolina cities are exploring cleaner alternatives like drone shows.

What's in that smoke? Experts warn of hidden fireworks pollution

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According to Sheriff Clarence Birkhead, Durham's school resource officer program is number one in the state for referring young people to community resources rather than criminal justice.

Durham school resource officers share positive data about interventions in schools

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According to witnesses at the scene and the Apex Police Department, three adults and a child were hit by a car around 8:47 p.m. on Old Raleigh Road.


Four pedestrians hit by car in Apex during Fourth of July drone show, child has serious injuries

Pedestrian accident near Apex Fourth of July drone show

A Raleigh woman, Jeronica Rogers, faces multiple felony charges connected to a hit-and-run incident in a Walmart parking lot that left a mother and her 10-month-old son with severe injuries.


Warrant: Raleigh woman was on phone when she hit mother, child in Walmart parking lot

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Each year, lifeguards along the Carolina coast rescue hundreds of people. The majority of those swimmers are those caught in rip currents.

Beware of rip currents during busy beach weekends: What to do if you feel the pull

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Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest on new restaurants opening in the Triangle including Veloce Italian Market in the former Happy & Hale spot in City Plaza and the first Del Taco in North Carolina.


Foodie News: New pizza spot in Raleigh's City Plaza and NC's first Del Taco

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Nurses in the NICUs at UNC Health Rex Hospital in Raleigh and UNC Children's Hospital in Chapel Hill dressed babies in festive costumes to commemorate the Fourth of July! All photos courtesy of UNC Health and shared with parents' permission.

Shine bright! Adorable babies in the NICU dress up for Fourth of July

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NEW YORK (AP) â Nissan is recalling more than 480,000 of its vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to potential manufacturing defects that could cause engine failure.

Nissan recalls over 480,000 vehicles in the US and Canada due to engine failure risk

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Andrew Taylor-Troutman shares a family beach day from his dog's perspective.


Go Ask Dad: A beach diary by dog

Throwing a kids party at your house? Consumer Reports has tips to help you throw a fun, budget-friendly and safe party for everyone.


5 On Your Side: Tips for a fun, safe kids party

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It was a festive Fourth of July in the Triangle, and the Lenovo Center closed things out with a bang.

Raleigh caps Independence Day with fireworks show outside Lenovo Center

Fireworks outside Lenovo Center in Raleigh

Trump tax, spending cuts could help or hurt state budget

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Red flags when you're buying or selling a used car

Thousands of NC teachers quit before getting a full license, new data shows

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NC State grad was Diddy's Chief of Staff, accused of being co-conspirator in civil lawsuits

Three out of four businesses passing tariff costs onto consumers, survey reveals

Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the latest ceasefire proposal in Gaza

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Joey Chestnut Returns and Regains Title at Hot Dog Contest

Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of independence with a UFC fight at the White House

Rural hospitals brace for financial hits or even closure under Republicans' $1 trillion Medicaid cut

Celebrate Independence Day on July 4 with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + maps

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60+ events happening in NC this July

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Weekend best bets: EnoFest, movies and more

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New arcade and taproom opening in downtown Fayetteville

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Free, discounted summer family movies in the Triangle

Free or discounted summer movies in Triangle

DPAC ranked as #2 theatre in America by Billboard

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Fact-checking Trump at Florida's Alligator Alcatraz about immigration, One Big Beautiful Bill

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Fact-checking Elizabeth Warren on Meta's tax break in 'Big Beautiful Bill'

Fact check: White House says 'big beautiful bill' would boost take-home pay by $10,000

Fact check: Will GOP bill give a tax cut to Social Security recipients?

Fact check: Newsom compares murder rates in California to GOP-controlled Southern states

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Special license plate could help fund Turtle Rescue Team at NC State

NC State turtle rescue team asks lawmakers for special license plate 

Stein vetoes bills on gender issues and DEI, calling them 'mean-spirited'

Stein urges opposition to Trump budget, warning of major job losses, sky-high energy bills

Traffic impacts as new year-round schools open on Monday

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Data shows positive impact of Durham school resource officers

Trump administration withholds $169M from NC public schools amid review

New NC law restricts cellphones in classrooms, requires social media literacy lessons

Stein signs bill restricting cellphones, requiring social media literacy lessons in NC schools

North Carolina foster care: Broken but changing

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NC man's homeowners insurance soars 41% in one year due to 'consent to rate' clause

Diagnosis Young: Doctors see link between lifestyle, cancer diagnoses

Thom Tillis is leaving the Senate over Medicaid cuts. Here's what they'll mean for NC

Canes make splash in free agency, sign Winnipeg vet Nikolaj Ehlers

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Southeast Raleigh RB Christian Freeman is NC State's first commit for the class of 2027

Wimbledon: Ben Shelton needs 4 points and about a minute to wrap up a win

Wimbledon: Another seed leaves when Keys is surprised by Siegemund. No. 1 Sabalenka beats Raducanu

Family of Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother gather for wake after fatal crash

New State Board of Education athletics policies for 2025-26 provided by NCDPI

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Seventy-First 3-star RB Jayson Franklin chooses USF

These class of 2026 N.C. football players are committed to out-of-state Division I schools

Meet the 19 girls and 25 boys lacrosse players who made All-American lists

Building the Fence: Class of 2026 in-state football commits

A new state law allows auto insurance companies to charge more to inexperienced drivers, people with minimum coverage and people with driving infractions.

NC increases insurance costs for new drivers

Martin General is one of a dozen hospitals that have closed in North Carolina over the last two decades. This is a problem that hospital systems and health experts warn may only worsen if the legislation passes with its $1 trillion cuts to the Medicaid program and new restrictions on enrollment in the coverage.

How an empty North Carolina rural hospital explains a GOP senator's vote against Trump's tax bill

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Higher auto insurance bills on the way for many in NC, especially new drivers

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Starting Tuesday, July 1, most disposable vapes will no longer be legal in North Carolina as a result of House Bill 900, a bill signed into law last year by former Gov. Roy Cooper. 

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about flooding and missing furniture from the Hawkins-Hartness House.

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about flooding, missing furniture from NC lieutenant governor's house

WRAL anchor/reporter Ashley Rowe examines who could possibly replace U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who announced he won't seek reelection in 2026.

Who could take Sen. Thom Tillis' seat?

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Beware this bacon: Oscar Mayer recalls turkey bacon, could be contaminated with listeria

5 On Your Side: Top Independence Day deals to save on more for the 4th

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One year later: WRAL revisits case of Fayetteville mother accused of murdering adoptive children

Iranian hackers targeting specific industries for cyber attacks as conflict escalates

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

Thousands in revenue for field parties raise concerns about underage drinking, agritourism, and safety

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CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NCâs economic growth

Durham chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy protection, seeking to reduce debt, remerge

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EPA employees in RTP invited to adopt soon-to-be homeless lab rats

Anne Wojcicki's nonprofit gets court approval to buy 23andMe for $305 million

U.S. applications for jobless aid fell to 233,000 last week as layoffs remain low

One Tech Tip: Get the most out of ChatGPT and other AI chatbots with better prompts

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Family

Next steps after your toddler is diagnosed with autism

Owner of popular farm worried about proposed traffic plan that would pave over land

Go Ask Dad: Nearer to kneeling

Parents, break away this summer to rethink the path ahead

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Fourth of July 2025 restaurant & retail deals

BJ's Wholesale Club 1-yr membership only $15 (80% off)!

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Century-old theatre Thalian Hall enters a new era

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