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Raleigh crews battled a large fire at a home on Evers Drive in Raleigh. The fire was reported just after 4 a.m. Tuesday. 



Firefighters battle large fire at Raleigh home

OUT THE DOOR, THOUGH, TO SIT ON THE RADIO. 1, 1.5 HD 3. >> AND BACK HERE IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER, WE WANT TO GET YOU OUT TO THAT SCENE IN SOUTHEAST RALEIGH ON EVERS DRIVE. OUR WRAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON SCENE OF A HOUSE FIRE RIGHT NOW. THIS IS A LIVE LOOK WHAT'S GOING ON RIGHT NOW. YOU CAN SEE A LOT OF FIREFIGHTERS STILL THERE ON SCENE. THIS HOUSE, A PRETTY BADLY HE SAYS THERE IS A LARGE PRESENCE FROM THE RALEIGH FIRE DEPARTMENT. YOU CAN SEE IT IS SIDING MELTED OFF THE FRONT OF THAT HOUSE. THE ROOF ALSO VERY BADLY DAMAGED. OUR PHOTOGRAPHER ALSO SAID HE NOTICED THOSE BROKEN WINDOWS. WHAT YOU CAN SEE HERE IN THE VIDEO AS WELL, THEY ARE STILL SEEING SOME SMOKE COMING FROM THAT HOUSE. SO THIS IS STILL A VERY ACTIVE SCENE. AGAIN, THIS IS EVERS DRIVE IN SOUTHEAST RALEIGH. WE'RE GOING TO STAY ON TOP OF THIS. AND AS SOON AS WE LEARN ANY MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO LIVED HERE, IF ANYBODY WAS HURT WILL BRING THAT TO YOU

Raleigh home badly damaged in early morning fire

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Medical helicopter crashes onto highway in Sacramento, critically injuring 3

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Sprinkler system limits fire damage at Durham manufacturing facility

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Divided locker room, disastrous results: Players, parents blame Belichick culture for UNC problems

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Supermoons appear a little bigger and significantly brighter than other full moons because they occur closer to the Earth. Monday night was the first of four supermoons. 

Supermoon Monday: Viewers share sights of the first of four supermoon's on Monday night

Supermoon watch: WRAL viewers share a glimpse of the supermoon in their backyards.

(CNN) -- What began as a hiking trip with friends on the breathtaking slopes of on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest turned into a frightening ordeal for 30-year-old Feng Holiday, after a rare October blizzard left her and ï»¿hundreds of hikers stranded in treacherous conditions.

Trekker uses cooking pots to dig her way out of freak blizzard on Everest

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The other driver in the incident was cited for failure to yield. The crash happened less than a week before Lopez started the Tar Heels' home game against Texas Christian University.

UNC QB Gio Lopez was in car crash days before season-opening loss

UNC quarterback Gio Lopez left the season opener against TCU with a back injury.

Residents of Morrisville express concerns about the upcoming Airport Blvd expansion, fearing increased traffic, noise, and safety issues. While town officials stress the long-term benefits, many locals remain unaware of the plans.


Neighbors in Morrisville voice concern over upcoming Airport Boulevard expansion

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A car slammed into a Raleigh grocery store, prompting a police investigation into the cause of the crash. No serious injuries were reported.


Police investigate after car crashes into Raleigh grocery store

A judge set Ruiz Gomez's bond at $1.5 million, significantly higher than the amounts requested by both the prosecution and defense. Gomez faces charges for his alleged role in a deadly street racing crash.

$1.5 million bond set for teen charged in deadly Durham street race

Ruiz Gomez faces charges for his alleged role in a deadly street racing crash.

Fired Raleigh police officer Tremale Cogdell appeared in court Monday on felony charges of sexual misconduct of a person in custody and obstruction of justice. He is accused of accepting a sexual favor to look past a DWI investigation.

Fired Raleigh police officer has no answer to allegations he had sex with someone while on duty

Tremale Cogdell faces felony charges of a sexual act by a government employee and obstruction of justice. He also faces a misdemeanor charge of willfully failing to discharge duties.

Set to open in 2028, the facility promises to be a hub for learning and cultural enrichment, offering innovative programs and resources for all ages.


Southeast Raleigh set to welcome new community library

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Traffic on the northbound lanes of I-95 was delayed for over five hours near Fayetteville due to a crash. Officials have not released the names of anyone involved or whether any charges will be filed. 


One dead and one injured in crash after hours-long delays on I-95 

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Raleigh police are investigating after a woman was shot in Raleigh. Police said they have arrested a person in connection with the shooting. The investigation is still ongoing.


Woman shot in Raleigh and is expected to survive, one person arrested

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Mark your calendar and set your alarm for Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m. That's when tickets go on sale for the popular Holiday Express train at Raleigh's Pullen Park. This family event often sells out in minutes.


Holiday Express tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 14

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A golf tournament and dinner in Raleigh on Monday will raise awareness and funds for mental health in memory of Grayson Murray, a local professional golfer who died in 2024.


Raleigh charity golf event honors Grayson Murray, raises mental health awareness

Grayson Murray's Legacy Inspires Mental Health Awareness at Raleigh Golf Championship

Another home fell in Buxton on Wednesday, Oct. 1, bringing the total to 19 homes that have collapsed during the last five years in the Rodanthe and Buxton area. This comes as several homes crashed into the ocean on Sept. 30, 2025. Photos: Donny Bowers

Photos: More Outer Banks homes collapse into the ocean 

7th home to collapse along the NC Coast making 19 total to fall in five years.

The young, two-person band Cabin Creature managed to create a hauntingly accurate song that evokes the spirit of Appalachian folk music for a new documentary about havoc from Hurricane Helene.


Music duo channels emotion of Helene's aftermath, honoring North Carolina mountain resilience

The Raleigh Fire Department accrued more than 117,000 overtime hours and nearly $4.84 million in overtime spending in the last fiscal year, more than any other city department.

Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

A file photo of Raleigh firefighters responding to a house fire.

The Granville County Sheriff's Office and Granville County Public Schools are warning parents about a viral TikTok fad that encourages teens to take an excessive amount of over-the-counter medications, potentially causing severe health effects and even death. 

Officials warn parents of dangerous TikTok 'Benadryl Challenge' after teen tries it

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It's part of the second of three presentations on how the school system can use artificial intelligence to improve its operations.


Wake school board to get AI update

Medical helicopter crashes on Sacramento highway

Neighbors voice concerns over Airport Boulevard expansion project 

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Grayson Murray captured playing golf.

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Wake County school bus crash marks central NC's fifth in past two weeks

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Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about National Cinnamon Roll Day and where you can get rolls for $2.50 on Saturday. Plus, the new State Fair food and what's next for the old Fox Liquor Bar space.


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Gov. Stein signs 'Iryna's Law' despite mixed feelings over bill

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Stein signs crime bill, potentially restarting death penalty in NC after Charlotte stabbing

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NC State suit admits 'extensive' PCB contamination, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers who cleans up the debris after an Outer Banks home collapses into the Atlantic Ocean. He also answered questions about garbage is converted into energy.

In Depth with Dan: Beachfront homes collapse in NC's Outer Banks, converting garbage into energy

In Depth with Dan: Who cleans up the debris when a beachfront collapses in NC's Outer Banks?

Smart tech in your home could be draining your wallet, but these simple tips will save you money.

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Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall.

NC State alums raise concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

A file photo of Poe Hall at NC State University.

At least nine homes collapsed in the Outer Banks, scattering debris for miles. Crews are cleaning septic tanks, lumber and waste as rising seas put more houses at risk.

Collapsed Buxton homes leave toxic mess along Outer Banks beaches

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A young mother faces her cancer diagnosis with resilience, finding solace and support through Duke's innovative young adult oncology program.


Young mother battles cancer, finds hope in Duke's young adult oncology program

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Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall. 

NC State alumni raised concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit

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CJF America president misses court again, attorney says she's hospitalized

Two execs from Durham-based company charged in fraud investigation

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