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A woman out on bond, accused of fraudulently claiming a Wake County home as her own, showed up at the Register of Deeds again asking for new records on that same house.

Caught on camera: Deed fraud suspect shows up at Wake Co. Register of Deeds again

<p>First, a woman tries to claim a Wake County home as her own. Then a surprise caught on camera during our investigation just now, just five on your side reveals the hold in state law that every homeowner needs to see tonight at six.</p>

5 On Your Side reveals holes in state law that every homeowner needs to see

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Durham officer injured while helping student in crisis at Riverside High

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Trump threatens to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office

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Pair of cold fronts bring chance for rain through Thanksgiving Day â

Travel forecast for Tuesday, Nov. 26

Land-lease deal could help struggling Saint Augustine's University, new audit reveals

Saint Augustine's University filing lawsuit after accreditation terminated

Robeson sheriff believes convicted murderer hid keys under his tongue before escape attempts

Michael McLellan seen leaving court after guilty plea

Memorial honors two women killed in Johnston County crash

The memorial on the side of Government Road and Jack Road includes pink balloons, cards and flowers.

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The crash happened around 4:55 p.m. Monday on Capital Boulevard and Brentwood Road in Raleigh.

Capital Boulevard back open after crash, pedestrian hospitalized

WASHINGTON (AP) â Special counsel Jack Smith moved to abandon two criminal cases against Donald Trump on Monday, acknowledging that Trumpâs return to the White House will preclude attempts to federally prosecute him for retaining classified documents or trying to overturn his 2020 election defeat.

Special counsel moves to abandon election interference and classified documents cases against Trump

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The original organizer of the state's Moral Monday protests a decade ago says it's time to bring them back to protest a bill he says is a power grab disguised as a disaster relief measure. State lawmakers approved the measure last week, but Gov. Roy Cooper is expected to veto it.

Moral Monday protests returning soon to NC legislature, Rev. William Barber says 

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The Carolina Hurricanes trailed 3-1 entering the third period, but scored five goals in the final period to win their eighth consecutive home game.


Hurricanes score five third-period goals in comeback win over Dallas

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Clients of Arreola Law Office in Wilson County say they paid for services but cannot reach their attorney.


Clients left in limbo as Wilson County attorney becomes unreachable

Clients of Arreola Law Office in Wilson County say they paid for services but cannot reach their attorney.

The annual Bike Giveaway Program takes place Dec. 7 in Fayetteville. WRAL's Gilbert Baez was the first reporter to tell the story of Moses Mathis, the "bicycle man," in 1990.


1,000 bikes for kids: Bicycle giveaway returns to Fayetteville this December

A tractor-trailer fire on Monday closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 87 for several hours in Wake County.



I-87 reopens in Wake County after tractor-trailer fire, thick smoke stops drivers

Crash closes I-87 South near Smithfield Road in Wake County

After failing to stop at the intersection's stop sign, the SUV hit a ditch and went airborne, colliding with a tree. No one was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Unfortunately, Emily Rosario Diaz, 24, and Sade Nadia Tomlinson, 23, were killed.

 Johnston Co. crash: Woman was half a mile from home when she drove past stop sign at 70 mph, crashed with 6 children in SUV

Car crash in Johnston County on Government Road

More details are coming to light following the resignation of one Pee Dee town's entire police force.

A South Carolina town's entire police force has resigned

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Ndustrial's Turkey Tracker reveals the environmental impact of Thanksgiving turkeys, from farm to table. By exposing carbon emissions from transportation and refrigeration, it highlights ways for consumers and businesses to make more sustainable choices.

Turkey tracker: The hidden carbon costs of your Thanksgiving meal

Ndustrial's Turkey Tracker reveals the environmental impact of Thanksgiving turkeys, from farm to table.

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The games on Monday and Friday will be simulcast on broadcast television.

Carolina Hurricanes games during Thanksgiving week to air on FOX 50, WRAL

Two Carolina Hurricanes games will - Tuesday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 29 - will be simulcast on broadcast television.

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Check out the list of store hours updated for 2024 in case you need to do some last minute shopping.



What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Grocery and retail hours for 2024

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A record-breaking number of more than two million North Carolinians are expected to travel this Thanksgiving, as reported by AAA.

Thanksgiving storms could disrupt millions of travelers in NC this week

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Discover over 75 exciting events happening across North Carolina this December, perfect for family outings and holiday cheer.


75+ events in NC to enjoy in December

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Four central North Carolina organizations will perform in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

NC performers ready to shine at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC

Four central North Carolina organizations will perform in Thursday's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. 

Each year, there are a few holiday pop-up bars that take Christmas cheer to a new level. Here is a list of ones in the Raleigh area the check out this holiday season. 

Pop-up bars bring holiday cheer in the Triangle 

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Robeson County Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said he believes Michael McLellan hid contraband keys under his tongue. McLellan tried escaping an escort to prison after pleading guilty to the kidnapping, rape and murder of 13-year-old Hania Aguilar.

Robeson sheriff believes convicted murderer hid keys under tongue before escape attempts

Roadside memorial grows after 2 women killed in crash, 6 children hurt

Turkey Tracker aims to raise awareness about carbon footprint of turkey

WRAL News viewers ask redistricting NC counties 

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Tar Heel Traveler: Grove Park Inn presidential visitors

Moral Monday protests to return to NC legislature in December

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NC State explores selling naming rights to Carter-Finley Stadium

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Dreamville Fest 2025: Dates announced for April festival in Raleigh

Hardimont Road in Raleigh closed Monday for sewer repairs

Lawmakers press Pentagon to re-ground Ospreys until safety issues can be addressed

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Bidens open final White House holiday season with turkey pardons, Christmas tree and 'friendsgiving'

Donald Trump Jr. emerges as a political force of his own as he helps his father launch a second term

What's blocking a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah?

French mass rape trial prosecutors demand maximum sentence for GisÃ¨le Pelicot's ex-husband

Lucky Tree is opening a second location in downtown Raleigh's Moore Square and more news for local foodies!


Foodie News: New coffee spot downtown, Flight Deck opens in Raleigh

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2024 Raleigh Christmas Parade: A festive showcase of floats, bands and Santa Claus

Santa is arriving at the Raleigh Christmas Parade 

Three headliners announced for Charlotte's 2025 Lovin' Life Music Fest

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Ice cream awards: Two Roosters, Andia's win big in national flavor contest

Indoor plants will warm your heart during winter months. Here's how to get started.

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Top holiday events in the Triangle: Tree lightings, parades, and festive markets await

Watch the tree lighting ceremony at Cary's Fenton as part of the 'Light the Square' event

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Fact check: No, ballots counted after Election Day don't mean elections were stolen

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Fact check: Pelosi says fewer migrants came in under Biden than Trump

Fact check: Are humans better at counting ballots than machines?

Fact check: No, Elon Musk's Starlink wasn't used to rig the 2024 presidential election for Trump

Fact check: Do North Carolina officials 'keep' children of Helene victims who can't find shelter?

The surprising impact of North Carolina's new voter ID law

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How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Nov. 21

New NC SBI director speaks with WRAL in first interview on the job

CNN wants the North Carolina lieutenant governor's defamation lawsuit against it thrown out

New director of North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation named

NC teacher choked and sat on son with unique needs, parents say

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Former Saint Augustine's track coach, alumni group hold event raising money for university

Durham Public Schools to begin rotational bus services

School bus driver shortage: Durham parents must drive students to school 1 day per week in December

UNC student cloned key fobs to gain access to prohibited spaces on campus, police say

Grieving mother says simple fix could have saved daughters' lives in tractor-trailer crash

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What is D.O.G.E, and how much power will it have?

Amid Supreme Court recount, NC elections board approves plan for reviewing 60,000 contested ballots

Immigration enforcement changes, $463.5M for private-school vouchers now law after NC Senate override

Parents would know sooner when their child's class is taught by a sub under Wake proposal

Others may think it's time for Mack Brown to retire. But he doesn't.

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Panthers Playbook: Bryce Young shines in loss to Chiefs

AP Top 25: Duke rises to No. 11 before  game vs. No. 1 Kansas, UNC falls to No. 12

Canes activate Jarvis from IR, recall Perets from Chicago 

Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs win at the buzzer again, topping Panthers 30-27 on Shrader's field goal

Watch List: 75 of the top girls swimmers and divers entering the season

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Watch List: 50 boys swimmers and divers to know this year

Watch List: 125 of the top returning girls track & field athletes 

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Statewide Boys Basketball Top 25: Concord Academy, Mount Tabor, & Holly Springs join

The proposed $1-billion development around Raleigh's Lenovo Center and other public and private investments may finally make good on the surrounding area's potential.

Why Hurricanes' redevelopment is the jumpstart west Raleigh has been waiting for

Carolina Hurricanes left wing Juha Jaaska (54) celebrates his goal during the first period of a preseason NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

President-elect Donald Trump has signaled a shift toward deregulation in climate and environmental policy, nominating former Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead the EPA. Critics warn this approach could hinder efforts to address intensifying climate challenges and extreme weather events.

Trump's agenda points to deregulation in climate policy

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Laura Hogshead is no longer employed by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. She had held her role as the head of ReBuild NC since late 2018.

North Carolina's hurricane rebuilding director out of a job

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New research reveals that climate change is intensifying Atlantic hurricanes, with significant implications for communities along the East Coast and beyond.

Stronger storms fueled by warming oceans, study shows

Every day on our roads, lives are lost in crashes with tractor trailers that could be preventable. WRAL Investigates why a proven lifesaving device isn't required for trucks in North Carolina



 WRAL Investigates why a lifesaving device isn't required for trucks in NC

The promotion for Unleaded 88 runs through the end of November.

Sheetz offers 40-cent discount on Unleaded 88 gas prices ahead of Thanksgiving travel

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5 On Your Side Restaurant ratings: Pure Vegan Cafe, Randy's Pizza and Chanello's Pizza 

Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 electric vehicles to fix problem that can cause loss of power

Watch out for high interest rates on store-branded credit cards

Food Lion fixes coupon error after 5 On Your Side questions

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Man pleads guilty for stealing Covid relief funds

Highest-ranking Blood gang member in NC used status to get sex, drugs in jail, prosecutor says

No. 1 Blood in North Carolina: Prosecutors say alleged murderer impregnated two Durham jail workers

Family members identify person shot by Durham officer as 16-year-old

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AI boom helps Bristles app flourish

Donald Thompson: Frequent, authentic recognition a cost-effective strategy for employee engagement

SIG supplies location data to improve emergency response

Grace Ueng: Facing the music, feedback as a gift

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Eggs are available -- but pricier -- as the holiday baking season begins

Workers at Charlotte airport, an American Airlines hub, go on strike during Thanksgiving travel week

Israeli cabinet sanctions country's oldest newspaper over critical coverage and publisher's comments

The Onion's bid for Alex Jones' Infowars hangs in the balance as judge orders new hearing

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Photos: 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade

Dementia care: Music evoked moments

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Wake County Schools to consider new substitute teacher policy Wednesday

Walmart Black Friday is LIVE NOW for everyone and we have a list of the best deals!

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