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A storm system is expected to glide along the Gulf Coast and the East Coast, providing the chance of winter weather for areas that don't often see it. The coast will likely see more snow than the mountains through Wednesday.

Sunday data shows lower chance for Triangle snow in Tuesday PM/Wednesday AM event

Odds of 1" of snow through Wednesday morning as of Sunday morning

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Foggy, damp Sunday ahead of bitter cold, snow chance for some this week

Hourly rain chances for Sunday, 1/19/2025

Police: North Hills shooting suspect dies from injuries

Family of North Hills shooting suspect says he will not survive his injuries

Wake County chase involving multiple cars, stolen weapon ends with SUV crash in front yard

SUV crash in front yard in Wake County

Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

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2 dead from murder-suicide in Fuquay-Varina neighborhood

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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

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) â The first three hostages released from Gaza have arrived in Israel, the military announced Sunday, hours after the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took hold. Their mothers were waiting to meet them.

Three Israeli hostages arrive in Israel as fragile ceasefire passes first hurdle

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Those who knew Jonathan Schaffer, the man killed at Coquette restaurant in North Hills, remember him as a kind-hearted and well-liked individual, leaving friends, coworkers, and customers grappling with the shock and heartbreak of Saturday's tragic events.

'A beautiful soul': Tributes pour in for 26-year-old killed at North Hills restaurant 

Jonathan Schaffer was killed at Coquette restaurant in North Hills.

Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025 -- A more seasoned Donald Trump prepares to work his will in a more biddable Washington, D.C.

MAUREEN DOWD: Trump brings chill to Washington

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Celebrate the weekend in style with an exciting lineup of events in the Triangle area, including Lunar New Year festivities and Martin Luther King Jr. Day tributes.


Weekend best bets: Lunar New Year, MLK Day events

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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?

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BOSTON (AP) â Duke freshman Cooper Flagg wonât be making it all the way up to Maine, so his fans trekked to Chestnut Hill on Saturday night to see the likely No. 1 overall draft pick play Boston College in his only game in New England this season.

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg returns to New England and gives Maine fans a show against BC

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WRAL News interviewed the Coquette employee who survived a deadly shooting Friday inside the popular restaurant in North Hills.

'Still a bullet in my hand': North Hills shooting victim describes moments before he was shot

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The house was burning with her brother-in-law and nephew inside when Jackie McDaniels flagged down a firetruck and begged for help.

Families of wildfire victims mired in grief, questioning what more could have been done

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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

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


Good news for 2025: These big holidays all fall on Friday

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.

NC Supreme Court race FAQ: Breaking down the legal battle between Griffin and Riggs

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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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A high school senior in Illnois has become the first female in her troop to be named an Eagle Scout.

Chicago-area teen becomes the first female in Eagle Scout troop

Teen girl becomes Eagle Scout

Dolly Parton book gifting program still going strong 30 years later

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Raleigh rises in Milken report while tackling growth challenges 

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Fire destroys home on Blakeman Lane in Raleigh 

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Man dead from Fayetteville stabbing

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

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

Civil rights leaders and King family mark MLK Day as a special call to action as Trump takes office

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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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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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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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North Carolina wagers $5B on sports in 2024. How much did bettors win?

NC Gov. Josh Stein issues executive order on abortion, reproductive rights

NC doctors join opposition to Kennedy nomination for public health role

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

Wake school system confirms students, staff affected in data breach

Wake schools respond to nationwide PowerSchool data breach, offer protection steps

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'I think about my kids': Unit focuses on tractor-trailer safety, issues nearly $10M in fines

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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

Franklin County family faces heartbreak as dream home nears foreclosure auction 

2024 was the hottest year in recorded history. Here's what it means for North Carolina

Cooper Flagg returns to New England and leads No. 3 Duke past Boston College 88-63

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Jaylen Blakes hits short jumper with 1.5 seconds left, Stanford tops North Carolina 72-71

Jovan Blacksher Jr. scores 14 points, Cal leads most of the way to beat N.C. State 65-62

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

Seth Jarvis scores twice as Carolina Hurricanes push past Vegas Golden Knights 3-2

JMB: Plenty of blame to go around in realignment process

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Big third quarter helps Jordan hold off Ravenscroft

No. 23 Rocky Mount survives low-scoring affair at Franklinton

Southern Lee responds well to season's first loss, blows by rival Lee County

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. 

FTC report finds pharmacy benefit managers hiked prices of generic drugs

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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The principal of East Wake Magnet High School, Stacey Alston, is stepping down following a yearlong WRAL investigation into the mishandling of assaults on students with special needs.


East Wake principal out after WRAL investigation shows he failed to report violent teacher

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.

Cut energy costs and stay warm: Heat pumps gain popularity in NC

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.

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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

Woman shares witnessing brother's final moments in Fayetteville murder case

'He's not breathing': Adoptive sister speaks about dismembering brother's body

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Health software company Feedtrail is latest in surge of Triangle-area acquisitions

MetLife's Hackathon: Transforming ideas into impactful AI innovations

Steve Rao: An outline for NC's incoming secretary of technology

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'Sorry, TikTok isn't available': Users report access issues ahead of ban

Yellen says Treasury will use 'extraordinary measures' on Jan. 21 to prevent hitting debt ceiling

Ozempic, Wegovy and other drugs are among 15 selected for Medicare's price negotiations

US accuses Walgreens of filling millions of illegitimate prescriptions, including for opioids

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Family of NC native Keith Siegel anxiously await hostage release

Childhood vaccination rates have been falling for years across the US

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