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The cockpit voice recorder and the flight data recorder are tools that help investigators reconstruct the events that lead up to a plane crash.

What can the 'black box' tell us about plane crashes?

Plane, helicopter crash outside DC

Videos show moment of impact between plane, military helicopter over Potomac River

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Grandmother pleads guilty to murder of 8-year-old girl in Nash County, will spend life in prison

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Pleasant Friday afternoon, but heavy rain expected by evening â

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

Trump to Visit North Carolina and California, With Disaster Aid an Open Question

Airspace safety: What FAA data reveals about close calls at RDU

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Chapel Hill family, friends celebrate impending release of Hamas hostage

Hamas hostage Keith Siegel's wife, daughter celebrate his expected release

Mark Robinson drops lawsuit against CNN, says political career may be over

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Former Neuse and current Potomac Riverkeeper Dean Naujoks helped recover debris from the river after Wednesday's plane crash in Washington, D.C. 

'All these pieces': Longtime NC conservationist helps with Potomac plane crash recovery

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The senior officials are at the executive assistant director level or special agent in charge level and include those who oversee cyber, national security and criminal investigations, the sources told CNN. 

Senior FBI leaders ordered to retire, resign or be fired by Monday

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump said Friday he would place 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on goods from China effective on Saturday, raising the specter of swift price increases for U.S. consumers as he suggested he would try to blunt the impact on oil imports.

Trump says he'll place tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China on Saturday

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It's so far unclear how many North Carolina teachers and students will end up receiving a notice, and the extent of the data accessed is also unclear

PowerSchool begins notifying victims of NC school data breach

School safety: Software breaches compromise student, teacher data

Gov. Josh Stein on Friday announced a $30 million public-private partnership to fund grants for small businesses in western North Carolina rebuilding after Hurricane Helene.

WNC small businesses can apply for share of $30 million to rebuild

North Carolina City's Big Attraction, Its Food Scene, Tries to Hit Reset

An uptick in deaths in the dental chair lead to calls for more rules and oversight over how dentists administer anesthesia.

Following deaths, North Carolina families demand stricter dental anesthesia laws

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Hurricane Helene triggered more than 2,000 landslides, hazardous spills, and infrastructure failures in North Carolina. Experts warn climate change is making storms wetter, increasing landslide risks and disaster response challenges.

Lessons in disaster: Helene response showed holes in emergency plan, infrastructure failures

Asheville businesses seek relief months after Hurricane Helene

The Rave Panic Button pilot program started in October in 27 schools, but a permanent program hasn't started yet. Its rollout is delayed due to a software glitch.

Rollout of panic-button app delayed at Wake schools

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Explore the vibrant food scene in the Triangle with the latest updates on new restaurant openings and exciting events.


Foodie News: Milkshakes and more

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Fifteen people were forced out of their homes Friday as crews worked to extinguish a fire at a Morrisville apartment complex.


'A pretty big fire': 15 people impacted by Morrisville apartment fire

Crews respond to fire at Morrisville apartment complex

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Join the Kay Yow Cancer Fund Celebration Run/Walk at Cary's WakeMed Soccer Park this Saturday, a heartfelt tribute to the legendary NC State women's basketball coach, Kay Yow, who passed away from breast cancer in 2009.


What is the Kay Yow Cancer Fund Celebration Run/Walk?

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Krzyzewskiville, the iconic tent city outside Cameron Indoor Stadium for Duke basketball games, began spontaneously in 1986 when a group of students decided to camp out for the UNC game. This tradition, named after legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski, has since become a beloved and highly anticipated part of the Duke basketball experience.

Krzyzewskiville: How camping in front of Cameron Indoor Stadium became a Duke basketball tradition

Krzyzewskiville began in 1986. Each year, Duke students put up tents and sleep in them outside of Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Katrina Cooke and Ashley Dostefano share their personal journeys, reflecting on the challenges they faced, the victories they achieved, and the critical role of early detection and support in the fight against breast cancer.

Breast cancer warriors cite support of Kay Yow foundation

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Cultivating its own brand of Tobacco Road testiness, the Duke-UNC rivalry has been one of college basketball's most celebrated traditions between two schools marked by long-held success and close proximity.

Blue bloods and barn burners: The Duke-UNC rivalry at a glance

Battle of the Blues: Fans

Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman knows preventing domestic violence is a collective effort. Providing protection and safety for victims takes many different levels of cooperation throughout a sensitive, complicated process.

Raleigh officer shooting a somber reminder of domestic violence's toll

Victim describes horror of domestic violence

There are some fun ways to get out and about this weekend, including an annual run that involves eating doughnuts!


Weekend best bets: Krispy Kreme Challenge, Cupid's Undie Run

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Things moving smoothly at RDU days after shock of DC crash

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Chapel Hill native expected home after more than a year as Hamas hostage

What new tariffs on Mexico and Canada mean for you

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Kansas couple among 67 killed in mid-air crash

Victims identified in plane crash: Youth skaters, moms, coaches

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The details surrounding Saint Augustine's University's land-lease deal and what the community thinks

Large police presence in Wendell on Liberty Star Road

Man hit by car on Western Boulevard in Raleigh

First responders open up about tough conditions in the ongoing D.C. airport crash recovery operation

âHeartbreakingâ search for those killed in DC aircraft collision takes its toll

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Crews in midair crash included second-generation pilot and flight attendant âfull of lifeâ

Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico coming Saturday, and he's deciding whether to tax their oil

FDA approves first new type of pain medication in 25 years

US aid agency is in upheaval during foreign assistance freeze and staff departures

Join the fun and test your limits at Raleigh's 21st annual Krispy Kreme Challenge, where participants race against the clock to run 5 miles and devour 12 doughnuts in under an hour.

Runners to dine and dash at Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh

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Asheville's big attraction, its food scene, tries to hit reset

80+ events to enjoy in NC this February

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Celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at one of these local shops

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Out & About

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

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Fact check: Cooper says Helene bill 'took money' from western NC

Fact-check: Is the federal government treating California and North Carolina disasters differently?

Fact check: Trump says U.S. is only nation with birthright citizenship

Fact check: Does it matter that Donald Trump didn't put his hand on the Bible during his oath of office?

North Carolina Supreme Court upholds law that allowed 2 more years for child sex abuse suits

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Can you deduct gambling losses on taxes in NC? Lawmakers file bill to allow it

NC Republican lawmakers eye concealed-carry rules, taxes on tips and overtime in new bills

Helene recovery leaders say more money is needed for North Carolinians to rebound

Lawmakers to receive update on Helene recovery Wednesday afternoon

Math up, reading down: NC 4th and 8th-grade students see mixed test results amid national struggles

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What to do when ICE comes to school? Wake issues guidance for principals

NC needs a different school funding model and help for teachers, advocates, lawmakers say

Wake Schools issues guidance for principals on immigration enforcement in schools

Durham Public School Board meeting to discuss budget shortfall, bus driver shortage

Federal funding pause threatens research at North Carolina universities and companies

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'I'm in fear of my life': Woman turns to WRAL Investigates after fire is set on her front porch

North Carolina has no required training hours to become a tattoo artist. We asked why.

Rising breast cancer rates in younger women: A wake-up call for early detection

Raleigh police officer shooting: Looking into the suspect's criminal history

Blue Devils look to continue dominant season, while Tar Heels look to find their vision in Battle of the Blues 

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Panthers Playbook: Bryce Young's play in 2025 will dictate future of Carolina Panthers

Mikko Rantanen scores as the Hurricanes beat the Blackhawks 3-2

ESPN extends ACC media rights deal through 2036

Unusual betting patterns surrounding play of Terry Rozier in 2023 game with Charlotte investigated

HighSchoolOT's latest regional Top 15 rankings for boys dual-team wrestling

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End-of-regular-season rankings: Three new dual-team wrestling teams join top 25

No. 25 South View hangs on in overtime to defeat Jack Britt, remain unbeaten in league play

Bear Bradley departs Trinity football program for assistant job at Grimsley

Dual-team wrestling playoff brackets set by NCHSAA

North Carolina receives nearly $2 billion annually from  National Institutes for Health grants, which support a multitude of research programs across the state.

Federal grant pause puts NC research in limbo

The oral arguments on Monday were not to decide on the merits of the case and whether the ballots should or shouldn't be thrown out. Instead, the judges must decide who should make that decision over the fate of the ballots: Federal courts or state courts.

Race for NC Supreme Court seat goes before federal court

The lawsuit is proceeding in state and federal court at the same time, a rare occurrence that mirrors the rare nature of the attempt to throw out ballots months after the election ended.

NC Supreme Court election lawsuit goes before federal appeals court

Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman has requested to close the case against former State Treasurer Dale Folwell after an investigation into his use of state vehicles for personal errands. Folwell agreed to reimburse the state $6,234. 

Wake DA drops state vehicle-use case against former State Treasurer Dale Folwell

Wake DA drops state vehicle-use case against former state treasurer; Folwell agrees to reimburse $6K

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Challenged NC ballots: After intense questioning in court, federal judges to choose who will decide fate of 60,000 votes

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Consumer reports top tested humidifiers to help you through winter 

Change to a single service for military moves raises quality concerns

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for Julian's Restaurant, Kiichi Ramen, and Ihop

Millions of vehicles on the road have a a recall that hasn't been fixed

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Shrinking number of air traffic controllers comes into focus after DC crash

Nearby workers share reactions to possible developments around Saint Augustine's University

WRAL Investigates: Dangerous tattoos and NC laws 

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North Carolina's existing infrastructure a foundation on which Stargate AI project can build

Donald Thompson: CEOs, your job just got harder

Grace Ueng: There is something in this picture that could help you live longer

Tom Snyder: Will 2025 be a record year for cyber crime?

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From avocados to autos, Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit close to home

Winston-Salem couple launches breast support pillow

Civil rights activists call for a Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs

Tax season has begun. Here's when you'll get your refund

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Cold-stunned sea turtles from NC coast brought to Raleigh for treatment

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How to find the right Durham, NC zip code for your family

Go Ask Dad: Operation early bird

Duke, UNC could announce plans Tuesday to build Triangle children's hospital

Durham Public Schools working on $7M budget shortfall Tuesday

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