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Grab the umbrella and raincoat! It's going to be a cold, rainy morning in the Triangle to kick off the week. 

Rounds of rain move in Monday as temps plunge this week; Weather Alert Day issued for Tuesday

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36 hours after Russell Vought took over Consumer Bureau, he shut its operations

36 Hours After Russell Vought Took Over Consumer Bureau, He Shut Its Operations

Super Bowl halftime performer detained after unfurling Sudanese-Palestinian flag

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Amazon workers in Garner to vote on unionizing this week

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Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost

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Eagles deny the Chiefs a Super Bowl three-peat with dominant defense in a 40-22 rout

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Half-acre fire shuts down part of I-40 West in Orange County Sunday

Half-acre fire closes part of I-40 near Chapel Hill

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Legislative leaders play politics. Short-change Helene victims 

Crews are working to build a new bridge on Durant Road that will sail over the S-Line, a new rail line that will connect Raleigh and Richmond.

Traffic shifts in place on Durant Road as bridge construction begins, delays possible Monday morning

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the United States will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada and Mexico, as well as other import duties later in the week.

Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming

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This is the first year betting on the big game will be legal in North Carolina after state lawmakers passed a sports betting bill in March 2024. Between March 11 and Dec. 31, 2024, it generated more than a billion dollars in the state.

North Carolinians watch first Super Bowl with legal betting allowed in the state

Super Bowl LIX part at Woody's at City Market in Durham

According to police, it was initially called in as two shootings â one at Abberly Grove Apartments and the other at a nearby bar. But police later confirmed the two were related to the same shooting. 

Four men shot at Raleigh apartments near New Bern Ave., police say

Four men shot near New Bern Ave. in Raleigh

Clinton "Clint" Bonnell was last seen in the Gray's Creek area on Monday, Jan. 27, at 5:45 p.m., according to the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office.

Authorities ask for public's help finding missing Cumberland County man last seen in January

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JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) â Authorities are focusing on the wreckage of a plane that crashed off western Alaska as they try to determine what caused the small commuter aircraft to go down in the icy Bering Sea, killing 10 people.

Here's what we know about a commuter plane crash in Alaska that killed 10 people

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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) â Two people have been charged in the death of a Fort Campbell soldier who was stabbed nearly 70 times last year, police said Saturday.

2 people charged in fatal stabbing of Fort Campbell soldier in Tennessee, police say

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Army officials are considering changing the name of Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg, according to an NBC News report. The post is one of the largest military installations in the world and was known as Fort Bragg from 1922 to 2023.

Report: Army considering changing Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg

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A 911 call in Fayetteville led to the discovery that two adopted children, Blake and London Deven, had been missing for years. The subsequent investigation revealed systemic failures in North Carolina's foster and adoption systems.

'Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina': Failures, child deaths & how to fix NC's foster system

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

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Kendrick Lamar uses his Super Bowl halftime show to settle a vendetta

Kendrick Lamar Sings âNot Like Usâ to Huge Audience 

Rising energy bills are raising questions for some Duke Energy customers.

Duke Energy customers shocked by spiking bills despite promised rate reductions

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NEW YORK (AP) â The U.S. winter virus season is in full force, and by one measure is the most intense in 15 years.

Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years

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U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., appearing Feb. 2 on CBS' "Face the Nation," said when it comes to USAID funding, "10 to 30 cents on the dollar is what actually goes to aid."

Fact check: How much USAID funding goes to people in need?

USAID Turmoil Threatens Key Aid Supplies to Gaza, Officials Say

(CNN) -- When Elaine Spaulding met Arthur Aron in class at the University of California, Berkeley, in the late 1960s, she was conflicted.

Married for 50 years, these psychologists who study love share what they've learned to do â and not to do â to stay happy

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This week, thousands of workers at the Amazon RDU ONE facility in Garner will decide whether to unionize.

Six-day vote begins Monday for Amazon union in Wake County

North Carolinians cast bets on Super Bowl for first time

Pet of the Day: Feb. 9, 2025

Traffic shift begins on Durant Road in North Raleigh

Pro-labor Amazon workers rally outside Garner facility ahead of Monday union vote

Amazon Union rally in Garner, North Carolina

Brain Game: Enloe Magnet High School vs Jordan-Matthews High School

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At least eight apartments damaged, one firefighter injured in Aberdeen fire, firefighters say

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Homeowners okay after fire inside Cary home, firefighters say

Authorities searching for missing Mount Olive man

No evidence of shooting found following report of shots fired inside Greenville mall, two detained

Army Corps of Engineers works to remove river debris in Western North Carolina by June 1

Trump's 3rd week saw more executive orders, a trade war that wasn't and a Mideast jolt

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Federal judge blocks Elon Muskâs DOGE access to critical Treasury payment system

House Republicans mull taxes on scholarships and changes to student loan programs

Sony PlayStation Network outage enrages gamers around the world

A 15-year-old went to a Brooklyn parade. The NYPD wrongly accused him of a mass shooting

From commercials to recipes, we have your guide to Super Bowl 2025.

Super Bowl 2025: Everything you need to know for the big game

How Much Would You Pay for a Sporting Event?

Get creative with wing flavors from these local restaurants

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Foodie News: Popular Louisiana chicken restaurant to open Raleigh location

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Weekend best bets: American Aquarium, Jim Gaffigan

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Iconic New York City bagel spot opening five new locations in the Triangle 

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Raleigh's tallest rooftop bar opens its doors

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Fact-checking Warren's claim about RFK Jr.'s work on vaccine lawsuits

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

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

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

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the weeks ending Jan. 30 and Feb. 6

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Allison Riggs vs. Jefferson Griffin: How did we get here?

State Health Plan could increase $20-$50 per month based on salary

NC Supreme Court race: Judge rules 65K votes should not be discarded

State Health Plan premiums likely to increase for most workers by 2026

Saint Augustine's University modifies land-lease deal 

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UNC System president wants sign off for future hires after Bill Belichick negotiations

UNC System cuts diversity-course graduation requirement

UNC System cuts diversity-course requirement for graduation

'You guys are losers:' Comment about DEI get backlash for Wake school board member

NC State students demand PCB testing on campus

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

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

Here's what to know about Trump's tariffs

Officials' calls prove not to be decisive as Eagles dominate in Super Bowl

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Fournier and Jackson help No. 10 Duke overwhelm Miami 90-49

Reniya Kelly rallies No. 13 North Carolina women over Clemson 53-51 to stay unbeaten on road

James, Brooks lead 5 in double figures and No. 14 N.C. State women roll past No. 22 Florida State

Tigers bite No. 2 Blue Devils 77-71, hand Duke first conference loss

Raleigh Charter's boys swimming team wins back-to-back 1A/2A championships

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Raleigh Charter outpaces reigning champion Pine Lake Prep to win 1A/2A girls swimming title

Cardinal Gibbons claims school's first dual-team wrestling state title with win over Hickory Ridge

R-S Central wins thriller over Seaforth in 2A wrestling championship

Fourth time is the charm: Union Pines claims first dual-team wrestling title, downs Pisgah

Protesters spoke Friday outside Wake County Superior Court in Raleigh about the ongoing NC Supreme Court race between Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs and Republican Jefferson Griffin.

Protesters speak outside courthouse in Raleigh about ongoing NC Supreme Court race

Protesters speak outside court house in Raleigh about ongoing NC Supreme Court race

They urge lawmakers to move the funding toward public school needs, suggesting school facility needs in Helene-affected counties and tutoring.

No new private school vouchers, State Board of Education asks lawmakers

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A group of NC State students is pushing for expanded PCB testing across university buildings.

NC State student government to vote on call for more PCB testing on campus

Republican legislative leaders in the state House proposed spending $500 million on Helene aid relief but have not yet detailed how that money might be focused.

NC lawmakers propose smaller Helene recovery bill

A new bill in the North Carolina Senate would require consequences for students who don't follow the rules -- the latest attempt to crack down on cellphone use in schools.

NC lawmakers want school boards to restrict cellphones during class

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State lawmakers will meet again Wednesday to debate spending an additional $500 million on Helene relief for western North Carolina. Republican legislative leaders made the announcement Tuesday, a day after Democratic Gov. Josh Stein called for more than $1 billion in "immediate" Helene relief aid from the state government.

State lawmakers meet to debate how to spend an additional $500 million on Helene relief funding for western NC

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How to protect yourself from sports betting scams

Tips to stay safe when sports betting online

Patients using diabetes apps can miss critical alerts. Here's how to make sure you're getting them

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Lawsuit calls for changes to NC's foster care system

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

Shrinking number of air traffic controllers comes into focus after DC crash

Following deaths, North Carolina families demand stricter dental anesthesia laws

Investigations

Tom Snyder highlights data, uncertainty in 2025's State of the Region

Grace Ueng: ââInside the mind of a champion: Cognitive defusion & the pale blue dot

Guest column: Startup uses AI tech to fight Americaâs health insurance bureaucracy

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

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'Dog Man' bests 'Heart Eyes,' 'Love Hurts' at box office

Freeze on foreign aid causes furloughs for Durham nonprofit

Jobs report shows a hiring slowdown as companies are acting like âtheyâre in a recessionâ

Amazon reports strong earnings for Q4, but stocks dip due to outlook for the first quarter

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UNC study reveals alarming suicide risks among Black middle schoolers

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New book aims to help moms navigate the stormy waters of parenting tween girls

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Mom's ADD diagnosis in her 50s provides some answers

Flu cases soaring the Triangle hospitals; state to release new data Wednesday 

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through Feb. 11

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