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A tractor-trailer fire has closed part of Interstate 87 South in Wake County near Smithfield Road Monday morning. It appears that one lane has reopened, but there's still some pretty serious backups.

Tractor-trailer fire causing serious backups on I-87 South near Smithfield Road in Wake County

Sky 5 flies over tractor-trailer fire on I-87 South in Wake County

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

'Our families can't survive': Charlotte airport workers strike over low wages as busy Thanksgiving travel week begins

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

Travel impacts through the holiday weekend

 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

Senators took down one Trump Cabinet pick. But the fight over their authority is just beginning

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Thanksgiving storms could disrupt millions of travelers in NC this week

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MAUREEN DOWD: Trump - Protector of women, or predators?

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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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It's recently become a weather buzzword, but is there any validity to the term, 'bomb cyclone?'

Ask the Meteorologist: What in the world is a 'bomb cyclone?'

What is a bomb cyclone?

A white Florida woman who fatally shot a Black neighbor through her front door during an ongoing dispute over the neighbor's boisterous children faces sentencing Monday for her manslaughter conviction.

Woman who fatally shot Black neighbor through door faces manslaughter sentence in Florida

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Ten yards into a scramble, Patrick Mahomes could have easily slid for a first down or simply ducked out of bounds and moved on to the next play.

Instead, the three-time Super Bowl MVP cut back inside and raced another 23 yards up the field, helping to set up Spencer Schrader's 31-yard field goal as time expired as the Chiefs held on to beat the Carolina Panthers 30-27 on Sunday.

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

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After more than a decade of court battles and legislative jousting over voting rules, North Carolina this month held its first general election under its new voter ID law.

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

The Surprising Impact of North Carolina's New Voter ID Law

Chris Mason's parents said he came home from school one day shaking with bruises covering his body.

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

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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)

Tragedy struck in Sampson County as a crash claimed the life of a 19-year-old and left two others seriously injured.

19-year-old killed, two seriously injured in Sampson County crash after driver misses stop sign

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Celebrating Appalachian State's win Saturday, just outside the stadium tailgating with fans was retired NFL player Jason Kelce.

Jason Kelce celebrates App State Saturday game win with fans

Jason Kelce at Appalachian State University tailgate

According to State Highway Patrol, one person died in a crash around 3:24 p.m. on North Carolina Highway 87 at Olivia Road near Lillington.


Fort Liberty soldier killed in deadly crash on NC highway in Harnett County

Crash scene at NC Highway 87 and Olivia Road in Harnett County

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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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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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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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From "It's a Wonderful Life" to the Grinch, we have your list of when to catch your holiday favorites on TV!


When to see Grinch and other holiday classics on TV

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Hoping to avoid hours of cooking and piles of dishes on Thanksgiving Day? Check out this list of restaurants that will be open on Thursday, November 28! 



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Two local ice cream shops, Two Roosters and Andia's, were just recognized nationally for several award-winning flavors.


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

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Maybe you've heard the term "bomb cyclone" thrown around recently. WRAL meteorologist Chris Michaels explains what this means.

What is a 'bomb cyclone?'

Charlotte airport service workers start 24-hour strike calling for higher wages

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19-year-old killed in Sampson County crash  

17-year-old shot on Sauls Street in Wilson 

Major redevelopment for west Raleigh visualizes Lenovo Center as centerpiece  

AAA predicts record Thanksgiving travel amid storms later in the week 

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

Carolina Hurricanes game to air on FOX 50 Monday

17-year-old hospitalized after shooting on Sauls Street in Wilson

UNC winning streak ends with dud at Boston College

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

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An average of 140 women and girls were killed by a partner or relative per day in 2023, the UN says

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

Egyptian officials say 17 people are missing after a tourist yacht sank in high waves on Red Sea

Israeli ambassador to US says Hezbollah cease-fire deal could come 'within days'

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

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

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Downtown Raleigh to offer free two-hour parking for limited time starting Friday

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

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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?

Fact check: Sanders says wages 'are lower today than they were 50 years ago'

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

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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

Election claims by NC Senate leader are false and could stoke violence, elections chief warns

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

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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

Charlotte mom says she was met with NDA when trying to talk to charter school principal about daughter's braid being cut off

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

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No. 16 North Carolina beats Villonva 53-36 in Battle4Atlantis semifinals

Murphy, Pancol combine for three TD plays as Duke beats Virginia Tech 31-28

Marchenko ties it late, Monahan gets only goal in shootout as Blue Jackets beat Hurricanes 5-4

Jones accounts for 4 TDs, defense adds two TDs, NC Central swamps Delaware State 52-10

Cardinal Gibbons takes No. 1 in final volleyball rankings for 2024

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Here's the 2024 NCISAA All-State football team

Western Alamance erases 3-goal deficit to beat Asheboro in 3A boys soccer championship

Ortiz-Osorno's hat trick leads Mount Airy past Hobbton in 1A boys soccer championship

Wakefield wins first boys soccer state title with late goal against Marvin Ridge

After a fraudulent deed was filed on a $4 million home, 5 On Your Side's exclusive interview revealed holes in state law that make it possible. Plus, the surprise caught on surveillance cameras.


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

Woman tries to claim a home as her own. 5 On Your Side reveals holes in state law that every homeowner needs to see

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

Donald Trump and Lee Zeldin. Photos courtesy of NBC News.

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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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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Judge in Alex Jones' bankruptcy to hear arguments on The Onion's bid for Infowars

Amazon to invest an additional $4 billion in AI startup Anthropic

Trump chooses Bessent to be treasury secretary, Vought as budget chief, Chavez-DeRemer for Labor

Supreme Court steps into fight over FCC's $8 billion subsidies for internet and phone services

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Photos: 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade

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Dementia care: Music evoked moments

Family-tested gifts for kids from 0 to 12+

Wake County Schools to consider new substitute teacher policy Wednesday

How to plan for multigenerational family trips and travel with aging parents in mind

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