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A person was shot Sunday morning along New Bern Avenue, according to police.


Person shot along New Bern Avenue in Raleigh

AT WHAT RAIN TOTALS MIGHT LOOK LIKE. COMING UP. NOW WE WANT TO TAKE YOU STRAIGHT TO BREAKING NEWS THIS MORNING IN THE LAST HOUR, POLICE SAY ONE PERSON WAS SHOT ON NEW BERN AVENUE. >> YOU'RE TAKING A LIVE LOOK NOW AT THAT INVESTIGATION FROM THE WRAL BREAKING NEWS TRACKER. THE SHOOTING HAPPENED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF HEATH STREET JUST AFTER 5 THIS MORNING. THAT VICTIM WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL. THEY ARE EXPECTED TO RECOVER. SO WE'LL BE SURE TO BRING YOU ANY MORE DETAILS

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Shots fired in parking lot near Raleigh nightclub off Atlantic Avenue

Secret Service: Armed NC man impersonating law enforcement arrested at site of Charlie Kirk memorial

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The school said it was aware of the threats of gunmen at UNCW on Thursday, adding that some social media posts indicated that similar people intended to visit UNC.


Increased patrols on UNC's campus after false threat at UNCW earlier in the week

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A viral video, shared by popular X accounts like "Libs of Tik Tok" and Rudy Giuliani, and a video that has more than 175,000 views on TikTok, appears to show two girls disrespecting a memorial to Charlie Kirk late Monday night.


UNCW student says she's getting harassed, doxed over viral 'spirit rock' video she's not even in

Spirit Rock at UNC Wilmington

The Blue Devils earned their fifth win in their last six games against NC State.

Duke hands mistake-prone NC State its first loss of the season

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Cary police are investigating after a person was found dead inside a pickup truck Saturday afternoon. 



Person found dead inside pickup truck on 540 in Cary, police investigating

New warrants filed in Durham County Court say from October of last year through August of this year, a group of suspects from Durham have broken into cars, stolen them and led police on chases all over the Triangle.


Warrants: Over $1M in property loss reported by victims of theft ring across the Triangle

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Raleigh Fire Department responded to a house fire at a Raleigh neighborhood Saturday morning.


One person displaced after townhome fire in Raleigh neighborhood

House fire on English Ivy Lane in Raleigh

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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Drugstores are ready to deliver updated COVID-19 vaccines this fall and insurers plan to pay for them, even though the shots no longer come recommended by an important government committee.

How to get a COVID-19 shot and ensure it's covered by your insurance

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UCF's Tavyen Jackson threw for 223 yards with a passing and rushing touchdown to send UCF past a struggling North Carolina team 34-9. The Tar Heels threw two critical interceptions and could not gain much ground before quarterback Gio Lopez left the game in the third quarter with an apparent right leg injury.

Gio Lopez injured as UCF powers past North Carolina, 34-9

Bill Belichick discusses UNC's preparations for Saturday's road game against UCF

According to the Raleigh Police Department, one of the accidents happened around 8:38 p.m. at the intersection of Tryon Road and Trailwood Drive in Raleigh. Police said one person died from their injuries in the crash.


Woman dies in one of two Raleigh crashes that sent six others to hospital

Crash at Tryon Road and Trailwood Drive.

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Whether your dog is social or enjoys more independence, the Triangle has some of the best dog parks have something for everyone. 

Unleash the fun: Top dog parks in the Triangle for your four-legged friends

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A single AI data center could use as much water as a small town, raising questions in North Carolina about growth, climate resilience and resource planning.

AI data centers would need millions of gallons of North Carolina's water supply a day

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Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard details the fall events and new openings you will want to try, including Lawrence Barbecue coming to Cary.


Foodie News: New brisket, oysters, brunch options coming this fall to the Triangle

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For more than 30 years, La Fiesta del Pueblo has been attracting more than 20,000 people each year to downtown Raleigh with a mix of music, art, dance performances, educational booths, children's activities and food. This year's event is planned Sunday in Raleigh.


'Free of fear:' Raleigh Hispanic festival hopes to unite community amid deportation fears

La Fiesta del Pueblo lights up downtown Raleigh

Tsogtbaatar Chinzorig, a paleontologist at North Carolina State University, didn't have to travel far on the day he made what may be the most important fossil discovery of his career. As he stepped out of his tent in the Gobi Desert in Mongolia to start his day of fossil hunting, he noticed something small and spherical protruding from a nearby hillside.

NC state researcher finds most important fossil discovery of his career

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A woman who is close to delivering twins is alive but now recovering after she jumped from a second story window to escape her burning home.


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Mistakes doom NC State as Duke hands Wolfpack first loss in 2025 season

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Durham car theft ring linked to months of break-ins, police chases

UNCW student says she was doxed over viral 'Spirit Rock' video she's not in

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Former NC State athletes accuse school of negligence in a 2nd sexual abuse lawsuit

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French mayors to fly Palestinian flags despite government orders

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

Krill are the featured bug this year at BugFest 2025

CenterFest to bring family fun to downtown Durham

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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.

Pumpkin patches, fall and Halloween events in NC

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Fact-check: Is Charlie Kirk's shooting suspect a registered Republican who donated to Trump?

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Teacher vacancies down in 2025 compared to last year, data shows

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Hillside High School lifts lockdown after Durham police investigate nearby

UNC System schools consider tuition increases

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Wake teachers using AI in the classroom set tone for safe, smart learning

Duke AI program emphasizes critical thinking for job security

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

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Hurricanes considering signing Michael McLeod, center acquitted of sexual assault charge

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21 points in 26 seconds helps No. 12 Watauga roll past Erwin

No. 6 Mallard Creek scores in final minutes to win at No. 4 Cardinal Gibbons

Lexington player Kamari McDonald breaks NCHSAA record for pick-sixes in a game

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A lawsuit filed by seven former employees against CJF America remains unserved, while the company's president recently missed a court appearance. Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate the Durham-based company.

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explained why ABC decided to take Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show off the air indefinitely after his recent comments about Charlie Kirk's suspected killer.

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.

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.


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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.

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Leaders of the North Carolina House and Senate, who remain far apart on the state's overall spending priorities, are working on a mini-budget to enable continued funding for health care initiatives, people familiar with the negotiations said.


GOP NC lawmakers spar over Medicaid, children's hospital funding

An employee is scammed out of $300, when her boss asks her to run some errands for him. Turns out it is not her boss, but it sure looks like it. WRAL News explains boss text scams so you don't waste your money.

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President of NC nonprofit accused of not paying workers skips court

President of company accused of not paying employees misses court date

UNC researchers finds endangered shark at local stores

UNC researchers say some shark and other seafood sold in stores may not be what you think it is

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Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House says

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