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Senate leader Phil Berger signaled support for a bill to more easily enable gun owners to carry concealed handguns in public. He shot down a similar proposal in 2023.

No permit needed? NC Senate leader shows new support for loosening concealed handgun rules

FRIDAY LIVE IN CHAPEL HILL. MONICA CASEY, WRAL, NEWS >> THIS IS BRIAN SHRADER IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER WITH SOME BREAKING NEWS. WE HAVE LEARNED THAT STATE SENATE LEADER PHIL BERGER IS SIGNALING SUPPORT FOR LOOSENING THE STATE'S LAWS REGARDING CONCEALED WEAPONS UNDER SENATE BILL 50, WHICH WAS FILED TODAY. IF YOU'RE 18 OR OLDER IN NORTH CAROLINA, YOU'D BE ABLE TO CARRY A CONCEALED WEAPON WITHOUT APPROVAL UNDER CURRENT LAW, YOU HAVE TO GET PERMISSION OF THE SHERIFF AND ALSO PASS A SERIES OF TESTS ABOUT FIREARMS LAWS AND ALSO FIREARM SAFETY. BEFORE YOU GET THAT PERMIT UNDER SENATE BILL 50, THAT PERMIT WOULD BE OPTIONAL. WHAT'S NEW IS THAT WHEN A SIMILAR BILL CAME UP IN 2023,

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Bill would loosen concealed carry rules, Berger signals support  

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Raleigh woman sees SpaceX rocket from her neighborhood

The SpaceX launch was visible to people in Raleigh. It included Kathy Roberts, who took video of the launch from her Raleigh neighborhood.

'Something told me to turn around': State lawmaker recounts fiery rescue  

Fire at a home in Richmond County

Wake school board drafting lobbying letter to keep the U.S. Department of Education

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Person killed Tuesday night in Wake Forest crash, authorities say

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Trump won't rule out deploying US troops to support rebuilding Gaza, sees 'long-term' US ownership

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Central North Carolina will have unseasonable warmth on Tuesday, with temperatures climbing to 80 degrees and breaking a 68-year-old record at RDU.

Near 30-degree temperature drop Wednesday after record heat on Tuesday, more warm weather coming

Back to winter we go on Wednesday, Feb. 5

WASHINGTON (AP) â The Trump administration is placing U.S. Agency for International Development direct-hire staffers around the world on leave except those deemed essential, upending the aid agencyâs six-decade mission overseas.

USAID direct hires put on leave worldwide, except those deemed essential

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Last week, the school system issued guidance for principals on handling the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, now that the Trump administration has moved to end the practice of keeping schools and churches safe from immigration enforcement

Help immigrant students feel safe, turn ICE away, parents tell Wake school board

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The cost of a widespread bird flu outbreak is trickling down to consumers at grocery stores and, now, restaurants.


Egg prices soaring in NC, nationwide due to bird flu

Board members approved Tuesday asking state lawmakers for more funding, more local decision-making power and changes to school accountability.

School calendars, teacher licensing: Wake school board passes legislative agenda

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A funding freeze and stop work order at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is threatening thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic impact in North Carolina.

Public health experts warn Trump funding freeze could have major impact on North Carolina

Man charged with shooting another man multiple times in Goldsboro


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Republican judge Jefferson Griffin has won a temporary reprieve in his effort to undo the 2024 election results that showed him losing to Democratic Justice Allison Riggs in a race for the state Supreme Court.

Federal appeals court allows ballot challenges against 60,000 NC voters to proceed in state court, for now

2024 NC Supreme Court candidates Jefferson Griffin and Allison Riggs

Monday's Durham City Council meeting featured a host of concerned citizens wanting to talk about the city's ongoing battle with gun violence after a 2-year-old was shot at an apartment complex.

Durham mayor says curtailing gun violence 'No. 1 priority' after 2-year-old shot

Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) â The remains of all 67 victims of last week's midair collision of an American Airlines flight and an Army helicopter near the nation's capital have been recovered, authorities said Tuesday. All but one has been identified.

Remains of all 67 victims of the midair collision near DC recovered as NTSB probes altitude data

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WRAL's latest documentary "Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina" examines the tragic deaths of Blake and London Deven, highlighting critical failures in the state's foster care system.

Deven case timeline: WRAL documentary 'Broken' exposes NC's foster care failures

WRAL examines the gaps in oversight, funding, and accountability that allowed these children to fall through the cracks.

'Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina' â A WRAL Documentary

The latest WRAL documentary, "Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina," premieres at 7:30 p.m. ET Thursday.

Find the love of your life this Valentine's Day by adopting a dog or cat from the SPCA of Wake County.


Find true love: SPCA of Wake County offers $2.14 adoption special for Valentine's Day

The social media users who made videos claiming that Vance found North Carolina hurricane victims furnished apartments to move into cited no sources.

Fact check: Did JD Vance provide 'furnished apartments' for Helene victims?

Commerce Nominee Defends Trump Tariffs and Promises Strong Stance on China

WRAL News spoke with NC State economist Mike Walden to give you a breakdown of Trump's tariffs and how they could impact you. 

FAQ: Economist Mike Walden breaks down Trump's tariffs & how they could impact North Carolina

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The family of Keith Siegel, a Chapel Hill man held hostage by Hamas for over a year, spoke to the public Monday for the first time since her husband's release.


Chapel Hill's Keith Siegel freed after 484 days; wife calls for release of 79 hostages

Family of Keith Siegel speaks to public at Israel hospital

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about states offering disabled veterans to waive their property taxes.

In Depth with Dan: Explaining property tax exemptions for NC veterans

Public health expert warns economy, jobs threatened by funding freeze

Tar Heel Traveler: Mule Barn

Hospitals in the Triangle see rise in tuberculosis cases

Caught on camera: Raleigh woman takes video of SpaceX launch

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Juvenile arrested in armed robbery in Hoke County, deputies say

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Raleigh's tallest rooftop bar opens its doors

Two steal, wreck Garner man's car; police see increase in car break-ins

Revitalization of former Kmart on Western Blvd: New businesses and residences coming soon

North Carolina man pleads guilty in $100 million Medicare fraud scheme, faces prison time

Hundreds of USAID workers are suspended as turmoil deepens

Nation/World

The Latest: Trump says he wants US to take charge of Gaza Strip at press conference with Netanyahu

How an ancient asteroid strike carved out 2 grand canyons on the moon

A North Carolina wildlife crossing will save people. Can it save the last wild red wolves too?

At least 10 killed at adult education center in what officials say is Sweden's worst mass shooting

Discover delightful and creative ways to celebrate Valentine's Day with your family this year.


Valentine's Day fun ideas for families

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Weekend best bets: American Aquarium, Jim Gaffigan

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Discover the best restaurants in downtown Durham

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

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Fort Fisher celebrates 160th anniversary, $20M visitor center launch

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Out & About

Fact check: Did Trump's firing of aviation officials make the plane crash likelier? Doubtful, experts say

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

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

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

After Stein calls for $1 billion in Helene aid, NC lawmakers propose spending half that amount

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Stein asks NC lawmakers to pay $1 billion for 'urgent rebuilding needs' in western areas after Helene

How newly elected officials are trying to improve Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

Mark Robinson's political future: Is he really finished?

NC Democrats say Trump cuts threaten pre-K funding, teacher jobs and disaster relief

Nash County Public Schools warns parents of fake ICE message causing panic 

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Trump administration drafting executive order to initiate Department of Education's elimination

Wake County Schools voting on state legislative priorities Tuesday 

'They're so afraid': Fake post about ICE raid at Edgecombe Co. schools sparks fear, confusion

Parents file complaints over special education teacher vacancies

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Federal lawsuit targets North Carolina's 'broken' foster care system for urgent reforms

Here's what to know about Trump's tariffs

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

Holliday: Historic 20-0 ACC season in sights for Duke after crushing win over UNC

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Legislators seek to allow private, home school students chance to play sports at public schools

Aziaha James goes for career-best 36 points to help No. 14 NC State beat No. 10 Duke

Hubert Davis pledges to expand staff, change UNC basketball operations

Auburn, Duke remain 1-2 atop latest AP Top 25; Maryland jumps in for 1st time since 2023

T.W. Andrews hires former Northern Guilford star Mook Reynolds as head coach

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Former Currituck coach John Wheeler to lead Martin County football

East Burke hires former CHASE coach Chris Cogdill to lead football program

Sites named for NCHSAA dual-team wrestling third round and regional finals

Equipment rules, non-audio electronic communication included in high school football rules changes

North Carolina's children spend years in the foster care system, many bouncing from home to home to home. Lawyers want the court system to force the state to overhaul the system to better care for already-traumatized children.

Lawsuit calls for changes to NC's foster care system

Many pet care providers on Rover may unknowingly violate North Carolina's Animal Welfare Act by offering unlicensed pet boarding services in their home.


Unlicensed pet boarding: What Rover users need to know to avoid legal risks

SPCA of Wake County cuts adoption fee for adult dogs 50% to help WNC

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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The change in administration in Washington, D.C., is affecting the distribution of federal funds to institutions in North Carolina, with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) pausing grants.


Federal funding pause threatens research at North Carolina universities and companies

Federal grant pause puts NC research in limbo

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

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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

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

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

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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

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

WRAL Investigates: Dangerous tattoos and NC laws 

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Mike Walden: What is the status of manufacturing in North Carolina?

Donald Thompson: CEOs, your job just got harder

Mike Walden: NC economic growth, albeit slow, mirrors what's happening nationwide

How DeepSeek's new AI model is shaking up the status quo

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Inside Amazon's electric delivery fleet: Progress or just PR?

Soaring egg prices are piquing interest in backyard chickens

US job openings fall to 7.6 million in December, suggesting the job market is slowing but healthy

Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS' Direct File â but the free tax program is still available

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Runners dine and dash at Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh Saturday

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