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Multiple sources with knowledge of the inner workings of Bill Belichick's program say that UNC football's losses are a product of a divided locker room, a disorganized coaching staff and a failure to communicate.


Divided locker room, disastrous results: Players, parents blame Belichick culture for UNC problems

<p>TEST. BREAKING RIGHT NOW AT 6, A DIVIDED LOCKER ROOM DISASTER ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD AND CLAIMS OF A DISORGANIZED MESS BEHIND THE SCENES. &gt;&gt; ONLY ON WRAL. THIS IS JUST THE START OF THE PROBLEMS FOR BILL BELICHECK AND NORTH CAROLINA FOOTBALL. THANKS FOR JOINING US. I'M ASHLEY ROAD AND I'M GERALD OWENS. PARENTS AND PLAYERS POINT SEE OF CULTURE PROBLEMS AS THE TEAM WAS BLOWN OUT THIS WEEKEND BY CLEMSON IN THEIR ACC OPENER. &gt;&gt; THAT WILL JOINS US NOW WITH DETAILS. YOU WILL ONLY SEE ON WRAL THAT. &gt;&gt; YEAH, I'M HERE AND THERE'S NO CULTURE. AN ORGANIZATION. IT IS A COMPLETE DISASTER. THOSE ARE THE KIND OF COURSE I'M GETTING FROM SOURCES WITH FIRSTHAND KNOWLEDGE OF THE INNER WORKINGS OF BILL BELICHICK FOOTBALL PROGRAM. SO WE TALKED TO PLAYERS, PARENTS, MEMBERS OF THE COACHING STAFF, THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT TO TRY TO PAINT A COMPLETE PICTURE. WHATS GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES HERE, ACCORDING TO SOURCES, A DIVIDE NATURALLY WHEN BELICHICK WAS HIRED BACKGROUND PLAYERS VERSUS THE TRANSFERS. THE WAY BELICHECK HAS RUN THE PROGRAM HASN'T BRIDGE THE GAP. IT'S GOING TO GROW. ACCORDING TO MULTIPLE SOURCES. UNC HAS IT DIVIDED LOCKER ROOM, DISORGANIZED STAFF AND AN OVERALL FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE. DIVIDE IS NATURAL. WHEN YOU HAVE MAC BROWN AIR PLAYERS IN THE 70 NEW ONES BELICHECK BROUGHT IN. &gt;&gt; BUT ACCORDING TO SOURCES PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT AND A LACK OF LEADERSHIP IS ADDED TO THE DISCONTENT. ONE SOURCE SAID THEY DON'T FAULT THE PLAYERS. THEY FELT THE LEADERSHIP THAT CREATED THIS TOXIC ENVIRONMENT. THERE'S AN INDIVIDUALISTIC MINDSET. HERE ARE THE EXAMPLE SOURCES SHARED WITH US. SOME PLAYERS AND THEIR PARENTS HAVE BETTER PARKING STADIUM, ACCESS ON GAME DAYS. PLAYERS WHO MISS CLASS AND MEETINGS ARE BEING HELD ACCOUNTABLE. PLAYERS ARE SELLING THEIR SPARE GAME TICKETS RATHER THAN SHARING THEM WITH TEAMMATES AND NON TRAVEL ROSTER. PLAYERS DON'T GET TO DRESS FOR HOME GAMES. SOMETHING YOU MIGHT SEE FROM AN NFL PRACTICE PLAYER. BUT NON COLLEGE FOOTBALL ADDING TO AN OVERALL LACK OF UNITY WITHIN THE TEAM. PARENTS SAY THEY HAVE 0 COMMUNICATION WITH COACHES AND WERE ASKED NOT TO APPROACH BILL BELICHECK A STARK CONTRAST FROM THE OPEN DOOR APPROACH OF MATT BROWN. ONE SOURCE SAID THE LACK OF EXPERIENCE THE COACHES HAVE HIS RIDICULOUS BELICHICK HIMSELF HAS BEEN PRAISED BY MULTIPLE SOURCES FOR HIS ONE-ON-ONE COACHING IS HIS ABILITY TO RUN THE PROGRAM THAT'S BEING QUESTIONED BY PARENTS AND PLAYERS. ONE SOURCE SAID BILL SHUTS PEOPLE OUT. HE'S LIMITED WHAT HE SAYS. CHANCELLOR LEE ROBERTS PRIEST PATIENTS WHEN DISCUSSING BELICHECK AT A BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING LAST WEEK EVEN AFTER THE CLEMSON LOST THE FEELING WITHIN THE UNC ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT REMAINS THE SAME. GIVEN THE INVESTMENT THEY'VE MADE. PATIENTS IS THE PATH. BUT THEY ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THEY HIRED BELICHECK KNOWING HE DIDN'T HAVE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE. THEY WOULD LIKE TO HELP SUPPORT BELICHECK IN THE PLAYERS. BELICHECK NEEDS TO BE WILLING TO RECEIVE IT AT THE SAME TIME. OVERALL, THE FEELING FROM SOURCES THAT THE LITTLE POINTS OF THE VISION HAVE BECOME BIG AND YOU'RE SEEING IT NOW ON THE FIELD. YOU DON'T NEED ANONYMOUS SOURCES THAT TELL YOU THERE'S NO ENERGY, VERY LITTLE COMMUNICATION ON THE SIDELINES. YOU CAN SEE IT WITH YOUR OWN EYES. WE'VE REACHED OUT TO ABOUT 6 PR STAFF. THEY CHOSE</p>

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Tuesday's warmth comes ahead of strong mid-week cold front

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Edgecombe County teaching assistant accused of grabbing student with disability by the neck

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Police: Woman shot in parking lot of Durham convenience store

From L-R: Bullet hole found in truck windshield, crime scene of shooting off S Alston Ave in Durham

Man dies in second fatal train accident this week on the same Johnston County train tracks

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Four years after Fayetteville shooting death: Authorities seek man possibly connected

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Bondi defends herself against Democratic criticism that she's weaponized the Justice Department

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A vehicle wreck on US-1 North Capital Boulevard caused lane closures Tuesday morning.

US-1 North reopens in Raleigh after brief closure due to car wreck

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A medical helicopter crashed on a highway in Sacramento, critically injuring three people aboard, including a woman who was pinned underneath and was rescued with the help of motorists who lifted part of the aircraft, according to officials.

Motorists lift medical helicopter to rescue woman after crash injuring 3 on Sacramento highway

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Upcoming 2025 municipal elections are being held on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in some cities, on Nov. 4 in others, and on both dates for places like Durham and Fayetteville.

Some NC cities are holding elections Tuesday. Is yours one?

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It's part of the second of three presentations on how the school system can use artificial intelligence to improve its operations.

Wake school board set for AI update, new pitch for use

Wake school board to get AI update

The U.S. saw its first EF-5 rated tornado in 12 years this past June, and we just found out the official rating Monday.

Ask the Meteorologist: How did the first EF-5 tornado in a dozen years get its rating?

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Raleigh crews battled a large fire at a home on Evers Drive in Raleigh. The fire was reported just after 4 a.m. Tuesday. 



Raleigh home badly damaged after early morning fire

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The event is an opportunity for the Durham community to come together amid growing concerns about gun violence across the country.


Durham neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday

Durham celebrates National Night Out

Flights into airports serving New York, Denver and the Los Angeles area were delayed on Monday night because of shortages of air traffic controllers, hours after the transportation secretary warned that flying could be disrupted by the government shutdown.

Flight delays begin as air traffic staffing shortages worsen

Newark Airport Crisis Has Eased but Tech and Staffing Issues Persist

An automatic sprinkler system prevented further damage to a manufacturing facility after a fire started inside Monday night, prompting Durham Fire Department to respond.


Sprinkler system limits fire damage at Durham manufacturing facility

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Supermoons appear a little bigger and significantly brighter than other full moons because they occur closer to the Earth. Monday night was the first of four supermoons. 

Supermoon Monday: Viewers share sights of the first of four supermoons on Monday night

Supermoon watch: WRAL viewers share a glimpse of the supermoon in their backyards.

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Mark your calendar and set your alarm for Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m. That's when tickets go on sale for the popular Holiday Express train at Raleigh's Pullen Park. This family event often sells out in minutes.


Holiday Express tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 14

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A golf tournament and dinner in Raleigh on Monday will raise awareness and funds for mental health in memory of Grayson Murray, a local professional golfer who died in 2024.


Raleigh charity golf event honors Grayson Murray, raises mental health awareness

Grayson Murray's Legacy Inspires Mental Health Awareness at Raleigh Golf Championship

Another home fell in Buxton on Wednesday, Oct. 1, bringing the total to 19 homes that have collapsed during the last five years in the Rodanthe and Buxton area. This comes as several homes crashed into the ocean on Sept. 30, 2025. Photos: Donny Bowers

Photos: More Outer Banks homes collapse into the ocean 

7th home to collapse along the NC Coast making 19 total to fall in five years.

The young, two-person band Cabin Creature managed to create a hauntingly accurate song that evokes the spirit of Appalachian folk music for a new documentary about havoc from Hurricane Helene.


Music duo channels emotion of Helene's aftermath, honoring North Carolina mountain resilience

The Raleigh Fire Department accrued more than 117,000 overtime hours and nearly $4.84 million in overtime spending in the last fiscal year, more than any other city department.

Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

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The Granville County Sheriff's Office and Granville County Public Schools are warning parents about a viral TikTok fad that encourages teens to take an excessive amount of over-the-counter medications, potentially causing severe health effects and even death. 

Officials warn parents of dangerous TikTok 'Benadryl Challenge' after teen tries it

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It's October and that means pumpkins, costumes, and holiday shopping? That's right. Consumer Reports says a few major sales are already creeping in.

Find the best deals on these top-rated items from Consumer Reports

Timeless beauties enter a South Carolina's senior living home's first pageant

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Teens volunteer to help young people in crisis through national hotline

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Single mom of 15 paddles down Mississippi River with some of her kids

IA: MOM OF 15 PADDLES MISSISSIPPI WITH 7 KIDS

Medical helicopter crashes on Sacramento highway

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Police investigate after car crashes into Raleigh grocery store

Neighbors in Morrisville voice concern over upcoming Airport Boulevard expansion

Southeast Raleigh set to welcome new community library

UNC QB Gio Lopez was in car crash days before season-opening loss

Nobel Prize in physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology

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Gaza peace talks enter their second day on the war's anniversary

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers want him sent to a New Jersey federal prison that offers drug treatment

Democrats could have a slight shot at flipping a US House seat in Utah under a new congressional map

Thousands in Gaza are missing 2 years into the war. Tormented families search for clues

It is a busy weekend in the Triangle with lots of chances to enjoy some festivals.


Weekend best bets: Apex Oktoberfest, Wake Forest Pride and more

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100+ events in NC to enjoy this October

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Foodie News: National Cinnamon Roll Day and more sweet local restaurant news

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Selma Railroad Days Festival to feature carnival rides, parade

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Quiz: Which new NC State Fair food are you?

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Fact check: Jeffries says GOP 'effectively ended' medical research in the US

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Fact check: Did Democrats propose to give health care to immigrants illegally in the US?

Federal government shutdown: Live fact-checks as Democrats, GOP spar over health care, layoffs

Fact-checking claims that Erika Kirk's charity is tied to trafficking

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Gov. Stein signs 'Iryna's Law' despite mixed feelings over bill

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Stein signs crime bill, potentially restarting death penalty in NC after Charlotte stabbing

Millions in NC on Obamacare, Medicaid affected by budget fights

Why a federal judge ruled NC Senate map is fair game

THC-infused treats spook state leaders, with Halloween just around the corner

Allow school districts to ditch class rank, State Board of Education asks lawmakers

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NC ACLU chapter threatens legal action against UNC if professor is not reinstated by end of week

Questions remain after fight at Durham high school

Students, faculty rally for suspended UNC professor

Government shutdown and how schools, school programs will be impacted

NC State suit admits 'extensive' PCB contamination, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit and executives evading police

NC lawmakers wanted to make COVID shots easier to get. Why the law they passed did the opposite

NC officials begin process to help thousands of state workers switch doctors, as Duke negotiations sour

Warf steps down as president of Carolina Hurricanes

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Mark Sanchez, ex-NFL quarterback, stabbed then charged after fight in Indianapolis

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Doeren: Big win gives Wolfpack a chance to see some young players

Connor McDavid signs a two-year, $25 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers

Volleyball Top 25: Only one ranked team loses in Week 8 of the regular season

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Top 25: Cuthbertson, Hickory Ridge join HighSchoolOT boys soccer statewide rankings

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One local man who has served in the lions club for over 6 decades. WRAL's Tar Heel Traveler shares the states and continents he's traveled to over that time span and what he says keeps him going.

Tar Heel Traveler: The Longest Lion 

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers who cleans up the debris after an Outer Banks home collapses into the Atlantic Ocean. He also answered questions about garbage is converted into energy.

In Depth with Dan: Beachfront homes collapse in NC's Outer Banks, converting garbage into energy

In Depth with Dan: Who cleans up the debris when a beachfront collapses in NC's Outer Banks?

Smart tech in your home could be draining your wallet, but these simple tips will save you money.

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Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall.

NC State alums raise concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

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At least nine homes collapsed in the Outer Banks, scattering debris for miles. Crews are cleaning septic tanks, lumber and waste as rising seas put more houses at risk.

Collapsed Buxton homes leave toxic mess along Outer Banks beaches

Family Tides

A young mother faces her cancer diagnosis with resilience, finding solace and support through Duke's innovative young adult oncology program.


Young mother battles cancer, finds hope in Duke's young adult oncology program

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NC State admits 'extensive' PCB contamination in lawsuit, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit

CJF America president misses court for second time in as many weeks, attorney says she's hospitalized

CJF America president misses court again, attorney says she's hospitalized

Two execs from Durham-based company charged in fraud investigation

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Tom Snyder: If AI is a bubble, its legacy will leave benefits for the next big thing

Donald Thompson: Why you need a thought-leadership strategy

Fears of massive battery fires spark local opposition to energy storage projects

Mike Walden: 'Wait and see' on big financial decisions in coming months

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OpenAI and chipmaker AMD sign chip supply partnership for AI infrastructure

Trump says the US has secured $17 trillion in new investments. The real number is likely much less

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How Video Games Are Shaping a Generation of Boys, for Better and Worse

You need to check out these Durham annual family events

Gotta go? NC State Fair has new family restrooms this year

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event is LIVE NOW: See the long list of top deals!

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Walmart Deals Event is live through Oct. 12 and we have a list of impressive deals

Kohl's Cyber Deals Sale: FREE shipping w/no min, $10 Kohl's Cash, Coupon for extra 25% off, $10 off $50 Home purchase, plush throws for $8.99

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