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A man was charged with attempted rape and burglary after a woman at a Raleigh senior apartment community woke up to find him naked in her room.

Man charged with attempted rape after Raleigh woman awakens to find him naked in her room

<p>TRACK MULTIPLE ROUNDS OF RAIN EVEN INTO NEXT WEEK ALONG THAT FRONT. COMING UP. &gt;&gt; ALL RIGHT. THANKS, KAT. THIS IS BRIAN TRADER IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER AND SOME BREAKING NEWS IN THE PAST HALF HOUR. RALEIGH POLICE HAVE CHARGED A MAN WITH RAPE AND BURGLARY. THEY GOT AN INDECENT EXPOSURE CALL ON STILL CRESTWAY YESTERDAY AND THEY SAID THEY LOCATED THE SUSPECT. 33 OR 30 YEAR-OLD AVANTE COOPER. THEY SAY THAT VIDEO EVIDENCE TIES HIM TO A BURGLARY CALL. THEY GOT LAST FRIDAY ON TOWN DRIVE. THE VICTIM SAYS THAT SHE WOKE UP AND A MAN WAS STANDING IN HER ROOM, NOT WEARING CLOTHES AND THEY RAN AWAY BEFORE OFFICERS GOT THERE. COOPER IS NOW CHARGED WITH SEVERAL</p>

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Man charged with attempted rape, burglary in Raleigh

Five people, including four under 18, in custody after car crashes into Raleigh home

A car crashed into a home on Futura Lane Thursday afternoon in Raleigh

Comfortable weather continues heading into the Memorial Day weekend, next weather maker soon returns

Weather overnight 5/22 will be nice with low humidity

'Nothing good': Panthers quiet Hurricanes, crowd in dominant Game 2 victory

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Police investigating string of break-ins at restaurants along I-95 in Harnett County

Damaged storefront of restaurant along I-95 in Harnett County

'I have never seen a party like this in my whole life': More than 70 calls to 911 for one farm party

Neighbors in northern Durham County are concerned about large, disruptive weekend parties hosted for Duke students at a 30-acre field, citing noise, underage drinking, trespassing and safety hazards on the rural roads.

'No tax on tips' bill unanimously passes US Senate: What does it mean?

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting a 60% chance of an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. NOAA is forecasting 13 to 19 named storms, including three to five major hurricanes.

NOAA forecasts 60% chance of above-average hurricane season

NOAA released its forecast on Thursday for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.

The PowerSchool breach exposed personally identifying and academic data on students and teachers at every North Carolina public school that has ever used PowerSchool dating back to when the state signed its contract with the company in 2013, impacting potentially millions of people.

After the PowerSchool hack: What are NC's cybersecurity standards?

Cybersecurity expert warns impacts of PowerSchool data breach may not be over

Has pay-to-play politics found its way into Hurricane Helene relief? That was the question state lawmakers posed to Helene recovery leaders at a combative oversight hearing Thursday.

State lawmakers question Helene relief leaders about political donations, alleging cronyism

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The State Bureau of Investigation's financial crimes unit is investigating the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People at the request of the Durham district attorney.

NC SBI investigating case involving Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People 

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RTI's overall workforce has been reduced by about 35% this year as it adjusts to the elimination of many federal research grants.


More layoffs expected at RTI International as it grapples with federal cuts

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Durham had a 22.6% decrease in overall violent crime during the first three months of 2025 compared to the previous year, though homicides saw an increase.

Durham sees drop in violent crime in first quarter of 2025, but police response times lag

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Trump administration says making cents doesn't make sense anymore.

Stop making cents: US Mint moves forward with plans to kill the penny

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A man was shot in a standoff with deputies on Wednesday in Chatham County. The nine-hour standoff ended at midnight.


Man charged with attempted murder after 9-hour standoff, shooting at deputies in Chatham County

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Researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill are pioneering a groundbreaking AI-driven app designed to enhance prenatal care accessibility. The innovative app uses smartphone-compatible ultrasound devices to provide crucial data on fetal health.


UNC doctor uses AI to help expecting mothers monitor their babies

WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Republicans early Thursday took a major step forward on President Donald Trump's agenda, approving a legislative package that combines tax breaks, spending cuts, border security funding and other priorities.

Trump's big tax bill has passed the House. Here's what's inside it

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Ed Burgess, diagnosed with stage IV prostate cancer, shares his journey of survival thanks to a combination of hormone therapy and the drug enzalutamide, highlighting the personal impact of research done at Duke.


Duke study finds combo treatment can extend lives of prostate cancer patients

Levee Medical raising $4.3 million to support prostate cancer recovery

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on western North Carolina, a concerted effort is underway to restore the region's critically damaged honeybee population.


NC beekeepers unite to revive honeybee population after Hurricane Helene's destruction

Work to save honeybees after Hurricane Helene

Traveling this Memorial Day weekend? Keep yourself updated with everything you need to know -- from weekend gas prices to traffic in the air and on the road. 

Memorial Day travel: lower gas prices, record travel numbers expected

Memorial Day travel expected to break records in 2024

WRAL earned regional Edward R. Murrow Awards in two categories -- Continuing Coverage and Excellence in Innovation -- for work done in 2024.


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WRAL News anchor Debra Morgan delivered her final broadcast on May 21, 2025, concluding a storied career that began in 1988 in the television industry. Since 1993, she's worked at WRAL.

Stories and service: WRAL's Debra Morgan reflects on 37-year career

WRAL anchors and Raleigh community celebrate Debra Morgan's 32 years at WRAL

A brand new bluegrass festival is coming to Raleigh in 2025. The non-profit PineCone announced the Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival is slated for Oct. 3-4.


New bluegrass festival: Raleigh Wide Open Music Fest set for October

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WRAL's Carly Haynes talked to the business owners who just want to know why they were targeted. 

Businesses along I-95 hit by similar break-ins; cash stolen

Caniac sendoff: WRAL legend Debra Morgan sounds the siren for Hurricanes during Eastern Conference Final

Debra Morgan at the Carolina Hurricanes game on Thursday, May 22, 2025

Duke study extends life for men with metastatic prostate cancer

Chancellor Lee Roberts says school is 'delighted' by attention on UNC football

NOAA predicts above-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2025

'No tax on tips' bill passes US Senate: Here's how it would work

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UNC chancellor: 'Delighted about all the attention being paid to Carolina football'

NC House approves $450 million more for Hurricane Helene relief aid

Rapper Kid Cudi says his car was set on fire weeks after Sean 'Diddy' Combs broke into his home

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Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school in Oklahoma

House Republicans pass Trump's big bill of tax breaks and program cuts after all-night session

UK agrees to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius in a deal it says protects a key US base

Court papers say suspect in embassy killings declared, 'I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza'

Raleigh's Fourth of July fireworks returning to Lenovo Center, Carter-Finley Stadium area

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Weekend best bets: Animazement, Sugar Rush and Taste of Soul

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Downtown Raleigh gets 'Live After 5' starting this week

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Fact check: Would Trump's tax and spending bill add to the deficit?

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Fact check: Jeffries says 20% of veteran households use food stamps

Fact check: Trump says his order will reduce prescription drug prices 'almost immediately'

Fact check: NC Democrat blames Trump for Google Calendar's removal of Black History Month

Fact check: RFK Jr. says U.S. government is spraying the sky with jet fuel chemicals

NC House approves $450 million in Helene aid package

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Taxes, salaries, vacancy cuts make plain differences over rival North Carolina GOP budgets

Helene help: 3 competing ideas about how much WNC needs

Lawmakers want social media safety to be taught in the classroom

NC House approves spending plan, setting up showdown with Senate

UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts: It's a 'crucial time' for federal funding

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Federal health investigation into NC State's Poe Hall will resume

NC schools would have to teach social media risks under bill advancing in legislature

Infinite Campus comes with learning curve as Wake schools plan out how app will work

Infinite Campus 'on track' to replace PowerSchool in Wake schools by July 1, district leaders say

WRAL Severe Weather team forecasts 'near-average' number of tropical systems in 2025

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'I do not want to see another one': Tornado cluster spikes anxiety in eastern NC

'Don't sit in a cave': NC man urges importance of screenings after Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Family claims nonverbal student with autism was slapped, knocked down

NC House seeks to expand K-12 special-ed funding, arts instruction and teacher training 

Duke basketball earns commitment from top Italian prospect Dame Sarr

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All-Big 12 forward Darrion Williams transferring to NC State

UNC seeking naming rights sponsor for Kenan Stadium

Anatomy of a comeback: How the Pacers rallied from 14 down in the final 3:14 to beat Knicks

Duke walks off Pitt to advance to quarterfinals of the 2025 ACC Baseball Championship

Big third inning helps Corinth Holders force 4A East game three with Laney

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Dato does it all to help East Rutherford force game three in 2A West regional

Schedules & results for NCHSAA baseball & softball regional championship series

(6) South Point girls soccer shuts out (10) Hickory in fourth round of 3A playoffs

Statewide Scoreboard: Spring sports state playoffs

SBI investigating case involving Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People 

Newly released 911 calls reveal the chaotic scene at Smokehouse Valley Farm in Orange County, where a party prompted over 70 emergency calls. Neighbors reported disturbances from blocked driveways to medical emergencies.

New 911 calls reveal chaos, danger during massive Orange County field party

David's Bridal is teaming up with Doordash for wedding dress deliveries. This last-minute shopping solution could save you money.

David's Bridal teams up with DoorDash for last minute wedding dress delivery

North Carolina State University announced that the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) will resume its "health hazard evaluation" into a potential cancer cluster at Poe Hall, reversing an earlier decision to close it.


Investigation into potential cancer cluster at NC State will continue

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Based on a neutral El NiÃ±o Southern Oscillation and varying Atlantic ocean temperatures, we are projecting an average number of tropical systems this season.

2025 Atlantic hurricane season: WRAL Severe Weather team predicts 'near-average' number of tropical storms

Facing that uncertainty from the federal government, Gov. Josh Stein says North Carolina state lawmakers need to approve more Helene aid funds since they can get money to the affected communities more quickly.

Gov. Josh Stein proposes $891 million for Helene relief, NC House proposes $700 million

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5 On Your Side: Memorial Day weekend pet dangers and how to avoid them

WakeMed, Duke Health settling separate lawsuits over use of tracking pixels

5 On Your Side: Patients sue hospitals for sending information to Meta, lawsuits settled

Recall: High chairs sold on Amazon could cause babies to fall or become trapped

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Investigation finds Highway Patrol troopers lied about circumstances behind fatal crash

Raleigh police officer no longer with department after investigation

Raleigh police officer no longer with department after investigation, hundreds of cases in jeopardy

Family says special needs son was assaulted in class, suing Moore County Schools

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Wilmington's annual investor 'Buzz In' showcases thriving startup ecosystem

Greg Behr: 'ChatGPT-Itâ -- How OpenAI secured the verb for AI creation

Remote workers are more engaged but struggle to thrive

Donald Thompson: 10 habits to make you indispensable at work

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Jimmy Goodmon named CEO of WRAL parent company CBC

The 10 richest Americans got $365 billion richer in the past year. Now they're on the verge of a huge tax cut

Target sales drop in 1st quarter and retailer warns they will slip for all of 2025

David Gardner: Every business degree should require sales classes

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Toddler dies at Lenior day care

Toddler dies from cardiac arrest while in daycare, Lenoir Police say

YouTube star Ms. Rachel sings with 3-year-old amputee from Gaza

Parents be cautious! Top 5 dangers to children in the summer

Amazon deals: LEGO Daffodils Building Set only $7.86 (48% off), Chuckit! Ultra Fetch Stick for dogs only $5.27 (52% off), Hydro Flask Stainless Steel Water Bottle only $19 (46% off)

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Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

Top grocery deals valid May 21-27

New Publix opens in Rolesville

Walmart Deals: Car Battery Jump Starter only $29.99 (reg. $89), Nerf Dog LED Squeak Ball only $4.97 (reg. $12), Heavy Duty 4 Shelf Metal Wire Shelving Unit only $43.99 (reg. $109.99)

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