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Two sisters accused of stealing from a family they worked for are facing felony charges, according to Cary police.


Sisters charged with stealing from Cary couple worked as nannies, police say

WORKING TO GET SOME MORE DETAILS ABOUT ANY CHARGES THAT MAY BE FILED IN THAT CRASH. ALL RIGHT. THANK YOU, BRIAN. ALSO NEW AT 4 O'CLOCK. HARRY POLICE SAY A PAIR OF SISTERS WHO ARE BOTH NANNIES ARE ACCUSED OF STEALING MONEY FROM DOCTORS. THE SISTERS APPEARED IN COURT IN THE LAST 2 HOURS. WRL'S CHELSEA DONOVAN WAS THERE CHELSEA AND A CHANCE TO ASK THESE WOMEN ABOUT THE THE >> ACCUSATIONS AGAINST THEM. YEAH. LET'S GIVE YOU A LITTLE BACKGROUND, THOUGH. BOTH OF THESE WOMEN HAVE PROFILES LISTED HERE ON THIS NANNY LANE WEBSITE. >> AND THEY ALSO SAY THEY'VE GOT ABOUT 7 YEARS OF BABYSIT AIRING AND TUTORING EXPERIENCE BETWEEN THE 2 OF THEM. >> BUT THEY'RE ALSO NOW CHARGED WITH STEALING FROM 2 DOCTORS IN CARY. >> 2 SISTERS JU YOUNG, ANGIE YOUNG HAN HIDE THEIR FACES AS THEY ENTER A WAKE COUNTY COURTROOM. THE SISTERS ARE BOTH NANNIES THAT GO BY MICHELLE AND CLAIRE ON THIS MAN. ELAINE HIRING WEBSITE. THEY'RE ACCUSED OF STEALING MONEY FROM 2 DOCTORS WHO WORK AT WAKE MED AND DUKE HEALTH. >> I COULDN'T A NEW LADY WARRANTS INDICATE G YOUNG HAN DEPOSITED A CHECK THAT WAS FORGED ON THE ACCOUNT OF TIMOTHY M OR AND OR JAIL PA POLAR D BOTH DOCTORS IN THE AMOUNT OF JUST OVER $5,000. >> JIANG IS ALSO CHARGED WITH OBTAINING PROPERTY BY FALSE PRETENSE AND UTTERING A FORGED INSTRUMENT. HER SISTER JUDY YOUNG, IS CHARGED WITH CONSPIRACY TO OBTAIN PROPERTY UNDER FALSE PRETENSE. WHEN I WENT TO SPEAK WITH THE SISTERS AT THEIR MORRISVILLE APARTMENT ABOUT THE CHARGES, ONE OF THE SISTERS ANSWERED THE DOOR BUT WOULDN'T SHOW HER FACE. >> WOULD YOU MIND GIVING UNDERSTAND THAT YOU GUYS ARE NANNIES THAT ALLEGEDLY STOLE FROM TO DOCTOR? IS THAT A FACTOR? >> AND THEY DIDN'T SAY MUCH TODAY. THEY WERE APPOINTED A PUBLIC DEFENDER HERE IN COURT. I ALSO REACHED OUT TO THE DOCTORS HAVE NOT YET HEARD BACK AS WELL AS NANNY LANE. JUST LOOKING ON NANNY LANES WEBSITE. THEY STATE THEY DO PROVIDE BACKGROUND CHECKS, BUT IT'S ONLY UPON REQUEST LIVE IN

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US service member, 3 contractors killed in surveillance mission plane crash in southern Philippines

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Thursday warm-up brings temps in the 70s, spotty showers possible this evening

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Wake County Animal Center temporarily closes due to canine illness

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Iconic New York City bagel spot opening five new locations in the Triangle 

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Egg prices are soaring, but North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler on Thursday warned they likely won't come down anytime soon.


Egg prices won't come down soon, NC agriculture commissioner warns

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They urge lawmakers to move the funding toward public school needs, suggesting school facility needs in Helene-affected counties and tutoring.

No new private school vouchers, State Board of Education asks lawmakers

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WASHINGTON (AP) â A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked President Donald Trumpâs plan to push out federal workers by offering them financial incentives, the latest tumult for government employees already wrestling with upheaval from the new administration.

Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign

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The proposal comes after North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson, a Democrat elected to the office in November, challenged executive orders by President Donald Trump that aim to freeze federal funding and end birthright citizenship.

North Carolina Republicans seek to block Democratic AG from challenging Trump's executive orders

Jeff Jackson wins Attorney General role

Jonathan Allen reported the incident to WRAL News, sharing images of his shattered phone, just 60 days after purchasing it.

Fuquay-Varina man claims iPhone exploded in his pocket 

Jonathan Allen claims his iPhone exploded in his pocket on Jan. 15.

Rising energy bills are raising questions for some Duke Energy customers.

Duke Energy customers shocked by spiking bills despite promised rate reductions

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The Johnston County Board of Education is welcoming Jeff Sullivan as its newest member after the former District 7 board member was sentenced to prison.

Johnston County Schools names replacement for former board member, police officer sentenced to prison

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Real ballot box vs. NC GOP's 'ballot bin'

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Real ballot box vs. the N.C. GOP's 'ballot bin'

Honeywell, one of the last remaining U.S. industrial conglomerates, will split into three independent companies, following in the footsteps of manufacturing giants like General Electric and Alcoa.

NC-based Honeywell, one of the few remaining US industrial conglomerates, will split into three companies

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While popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are only available as injections, drugmaker Novo Nordisk is working on a more convenient option: A pill.


Weight loss pill could replace injections, would be transformative for millions

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You may hear about a large asteroid headed toward Earth. Don't panic.

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As western North Carolina fights to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, the need for aid is more urgent now than ever. Here's how you can help. 

Winter has shifted the needs of those in WNC after Helene. Here's how you can help

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NEW YORK (AP) â Scientists say they've cracked the code for boiling the perfect egg.

How to cook the perfect boiled egg, according to science

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Federal investigators were in a Chatham County neighborhood on Wednesday morning, searching a wooded area along Woodbridge Road.

FBI searches neighborhood in Chatham County

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Police officer saves 11-year-old boy who fell into frozen pond

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Memorial held for Ian Epstein, flight attendant killed in crash

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'For teens, by teens': Durham teen center at risk of closing

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Climate censorship? Scientists react to federal website purges

North Carolina AG will investigate PowerSchool breach; Wak that exposed teacher, student data

Scotland Neck woman wins $250,000 in new lottery game

Charlotte Climb at Bank of America Stadium honors fallen officers

NCAA, following Trump's order, excludes transgender athletes from women's sports

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One year out from the Milan Cortina Games, Olympic chief says 'Italy is ready.' But is it?

Musk uses his X ownership and White House position to push Trump priorities, intimidate detractors

Trump tells prayer breakfast he wants to root out 'anti-Christian bias' and urges 'bring God back'

Freezing hikers stuck in waist-deep snow rescued during Mount Washington whiteout

From commercials to recipes, we have your guide to Super Bowl 2025.

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Raleigh's tallest rooftop bar opens its doors

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Fact-checking Warren's claim about RFK Jr.'s work on vaccine lawsuits

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Fact check: Did Trump's firing of aviation officials make the plane crash likelier? Doubtful, experts say

Fact check: Did JD Vance provide 'furnished apartments' for Helene victims?

Fact check: Trump says Biden kicked 2,000 Helene victims out of temporary housing

Fact check: RFK Jr. claims he 'never said' past statements during Senate confirmation

NC lawmakers propose smaller Helene recovery bill

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New GOP bill would slash early voting in NC, ban Sunday voting

NC lawmakers want school boards to restrict cellphones during class

State lawmakers meet to debate how to spend an additional $500 million on Helene relief funding for western NC

$500M in Helene aid debated by NC lawmakers. How it compares to Stein's $1.1B proposal

NC educators request cap on private school vouchers

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MARY ANN WOLF: New legislative session brings opportunity for public education

NC State students demand PCB testing on campus

NC State student government to vote on call for more PCB testing on campus

Most crime in schools at lowest level since pandemic

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Deven case timeline: WRAL documentary 'Broken' exposes NC's foster care failures

Federal lawsuit targets North Carolina's 'broken' foster care system for urgent reforms

FAQ: Economist Mike Walden breaks down Trump's tariffs & how they could impact North Carolina

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Proctor scores 16 to lead No. 2 Duke to 16th straight win, 83-54 over Syracuse

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Blacksher scores 18, Wilkinson adds 14 and Cal defeats N.C. State 74-62

Lakers land center Mark Williams in trade with Hornets for Knecht and Reddish, AP source says

Belichick, UNC continue to reshape football roster with 19 new signees

ACC adopts new postseason baseball format: 16-team, single-elimination tournament

Robbinsville promotes Lucas Ford to head football coach

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No. 7 New Hanover boys hold off Hoggard to remain unbeaten in Mideastern Conference

Stifling second half defense sends No. 7 Hoggard girls past rival New Hanover

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about states offering disabled veterans to waive their property taxes.

In Depth with Dan: Explaining property tax exemptions for NC veterans

WRAL examines the gaps in oversight, funding, and accountability that allowed these children to fall through the cracks.

'Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina' â A WRAL Documentary

The latest WRAL documentary, "Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina," premieres at 7:30 p.m. ET Thursday.

North Carolina's children spend years in the foster care system, many bouncing from home to home to home. Lawyers want the court system to force the state to overhaul the system to better care for already-traumatized children.

Lawsuit calls for changes to NC's foster care system

Many pet care providers on Rover may unknowingly violate North Carolina's Animal Welfare Act by offering unlicensed pet boarding services in their home.


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SPCA of Wake County cuts adoption fee for adult dogs 50% to help WNC

Republican President Donald Trump, Democratic North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein and other newly-elected officials are taking steps to expedite relief efforts for Helene victims in western North Carolina. Here's what they're doing.

How newly elected officials are trying to improve Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

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In the wake of a recent tragedy at Reagan National Airport, WRAL Investigates delves into nearly 40 years of FAA data to uncover the frequency and severity of near mid-air collisions around major airports, including Raleigh-Durham International.


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US Postal Service restores delivery of incoming parcels from China and Hong Kong after briefly suspending them

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