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The man who was accused of abducting his daughter is now facing a first-degree murder charge.

Father accused of abducting 9-year-old daughter from Pembroke now facing first-degree murder charge

DEGREES. >> RIGHT NOW IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER, THE MAN WE TOLD YOU ABOUT WAS A FATHER INVOLVED IN AN AMBER ALERT YESTERDAY. HE NOW FACES A FIRST-DEGREE MURDER CHARGE. WE'RE TALKING ABOUT 50 YEAR-OLD CLAUDE WHERE ALL HE WAS ACCUSED OF TAKING HIS 9 YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER MIKAYA STRICKLAND. SHE WAS FOUND SAFE BUT HE WAS WANTED FOR QUESTIONING IN A SEPARATE INVESTIGATION AND THAT LED TO THE MURDER CHARGE. HAMBRICK'S

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Father accused of abducting daughter arrested for murder in separate investigation

Late-deciding voters could determine NC's next attorney general, WRAL News Poll indicates

Meet the candidates for North Carolina attorney general 

Arrest made in sexual assault of young girl in Raleigh, police say

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Polling firm sues Robinson campaign over unpaid $114,000 invoice

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Second arrest made in 'cowboy-style' gunfight at Crabtree Mall over the weekend

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Armored truck worker killed during robbery at Kings Mountain ATM

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Garysburg Mayor and Fire Chief Roy Bell told WRAL News that the fire was contained, but oils from the peanuts were causing the flames to persist. 

Peanut warehouse fire in Northampton County could burn for weeks

Fire at peanut warehouse in Northampton County

Fayetteville police are asking for the public's help identifying the suspects involved in a deadly hit-and-run that happened in June.

Hit-and-run: Woman on mobility scooter killed crossing street, police looking for driver

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The biggest threat for children on Halloween is being hit by a car. 



Trick-or-treat safety tips: Drivers, darkness the biggest threats for kids this Halloween 

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Warmer-than-average weather is likely into early November, as a southwest flow continues to move into North Carolina.

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A WRAL News poll found again that the economy was one of the top issues for Republicans and Democrats ahead of Tuesday's election.

Republicans, Democrats agree on one thing: Economy is driving their vote

How Is the Economy for Black Voters? A Complex Question Takes Center Stage.

The town said the closure was caused by the lack of rain in our area over the past several weeks.

Algae bloom closes boat access to Wake Forest Reservoir

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Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance was in High Point Thursday for a Turning Point USA event. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump had visits planned as well.


Candidates swarm swing-state North Carolina in final push ahead of Election Day

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The first weekend of November is filled with holiday shopping opportunities, plus the final food truck rodeo at Durham Central Park for the year!



Weekend best bets: Durham Food Truck Rodeo, holiday fairs

Durham Food Truck Rodeo

The fire began Wednesday around 11 p.m. at the Walden Woods Condominiums on Walden Pond Drive. 

Raleigh apartment complex catches fire, six units damaged

Large apartment fire in Raleigh

Durham police are asking the public for help in a human trafficking case. The man police are investigating is also under investigation by the SEC for attempting to defraud several investors in his company, which was based in North Carolina.

Nebraska man charged with human trafficking victims in Durham also under investigation for fraud

Durham arrest: Jerry Guess

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From superheroes to tiny treats, Halloween costumes show creativity.

Silly, super, surprising: Share your Halloween costumes

Haley's first Halloween in Nashville

Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

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

Grocery tracker

NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

North Carolina Voter Guide 2024: Who's running, how, where, when to vote in NC election

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The town of Wake Forest received several complaints regarding a Halloween decoration in front of a home on North Main Street.

Wake Forest residents complain about 'offensive' Halloween decoration

Halloween decoration stirs up controversy in Wake Forest

A long-dead star is set to go nova soon, making it visible in the evening sky for a short time.

Astronomers watch for zombie star to rise again

A long dead star feeds off its companion

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Our new WRAL News Poll shows the economy is the number one issue driving voters to the polls.

New WRAL News Poll shows the economy is top of mind for NC voters

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Fire damages Raleigh apartment building

Florida man bitten twice by sharks at same beach 11 years apart

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What are the odds? Breaking down election gambling

2024 presidential election gambling

Water main break will keep Crabtree Blvd. in Raleigh closed for several days

Water main break on Crabtree Blvd. in Raleigh

Donald Trump arrives at rally in garbage truck following Biden's comments on supporters

Donald Trump arrives in garbage truck

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Josh Stein sues tree removal businesses for price gouging in western NC after Helene

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Second water main break in Raleigh in 2 days shuts down part of Fenton Street

Water main break to close street near Capital Boulevard for several days

'Permanent downsizing': Raleigh, Durham among top work-from-home destinations, as office vacancies rise

Where to build new E.E. Smith High School? Cumberland County community debates new location

The Fedâs favorite inflation index just cooled again

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Donald Trump boards a garbage truck to draw attention to Biden remark

Dodgers win World Series in 5 games, overcome 5-run deficit to beat Yankees 7-6 

Man who killed eagles and trafficked their parts faces sentencing Thursday

Pennsylvania judge puts challenge of Elon Musk's $1M-a-day voter sweepstakes on hold

The "Music for the Mountains" concert took place Sunday at Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater, rallying support for the recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Thousands attend 'Music for the Mountains' Sunday; Hurricane Helene relief surpasses $1 million

'Music for the Mountains' in Raleigh 

Help North Carolina rebuild: Music for the Mountains concert

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'Operation Save Christmas' underscores challenges for Christmas tree growers in western NC after Helene

Christmas tree farm in western NC

Foodie News: LaFarm Bakery expands, new Italian restaurants and brunch spot

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Old Crow Medicine Show founder talks music, hurricane relief and this weekend's big benefit show

Ketch Secor, founder of Old Crow Medicine Show, 

Steep Canyon Rangers is working to help those affected by Helene in western NC

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Fact-checking Kamala Harris' 'closing argument' speech at the White House Ellipse

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Fact check: No, a former military leader wasn't arrested in North Carolina amid Helene relief efforts

Fact check: Grafstein says Lassiter 'repeatedly campaigned' for large school funding cuts

Fact check: Did Washington Republicans vote against FEMA funding?

Fact check: Did Harris stage NC photo op with supplies that weren't sent to Helene victims?

RNC chair talks strategy week before presidential election

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NC superintendent race remains close as Election Day approaches

WRAL News Poll shows NC governor's race has largest gender gap on ballot

Presidential candidates rally in NC as Election Day nears

Stein has 15-point lead over Robinson in race for NC governor, WRAL News Poll shows

Real estate owners offer land for E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville

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NC superintendent race remains narrow as Election Day approaches, WRAL News Poll finds 

COVID-19 led to extra college eligibility. Those 5th-year players are set for their last runs

Tailgates, concerts and community: The traditions of HBCU homecoming in the Triangle

'We can do better': Wake school board leaning toward cellphone policy, but not before public input

Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

WRAL In Depth

WRAL Investigates: Why some veterinarians face minor charges for deadly mistakes

Mailing in your ballot? Changes for 2024 election you need to know

Voter ID required: Get ready to show photo proof before you vote in NC

Raleigh mayor race: Affordable housing, public safety top issues for city's next leader

NC State emerges from open week hoping to start late-season surge in home game with Stanford

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Manny Diaz returns to his old Miami home when Duke takes on the fifth-ranked Hurricanes

UNC to sell alcohol at Smith Center, citing revenue sharing with players

Panthers to start Bryce Young vs. Saints, Andy Dalton expected to serve as backup

World Series: Freddie Freeman wins MVP award after tying record with 12 RBIs for Dodgers

The Starting 22: Best players from week 10 of high school football

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Here are the start times for the NCHSAA volleyball regional finals

These are the biggest NCHSAA boys & girls basketball storylines for 2024-25

North Carolina high school boys basketball recruiting tracker

North Carolina high school girls basketball recruiting tracker

Democratic National Committee chair Jaime Harrison explains how Democrats are trying to win North Carolina's 16 Electoral College votes.

DNC chair talks strategy week before presidential election

Five of the nine Wake school board seats are up for election, meaning new faces could help oversee the state's biggest school district. 

The majority of the Wake school board is up for election this year. Here's who's running

Wake County Board of Education meets to address school safety, test scores and more

Voters without ID should not be turned away. They can vote a provisional ballot or fill out an ID Exception Form.

Zebulon man says he was turned away from voting due to lack of ID 

Voter ID educational information at the Lee County Board of Elections office in Sanford, NC on Aug. 24, 2023. 

It's something Wake school board members have asked for, as the debate grows nationally about whether children spend too much time on their phones.

How should cellphones and laptops be used in classrooms? Wake plans survey, focus groups

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As schools hurt from teacher and bus driver shortages, bonuses have been a popular tool to help solve the problem.

Federal funds gave NC school employees more than $1B in bonuses. Now the money's gone

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explored what the proposed constitutional amendment means on 2024 North Carolina ballots.

In Depth with Dan: Making sense of the constitutional amendment on the NC ballot

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Maytag oven explodes: How 5 On Your Side helped a local grandmother

Poll workers' mistake: Voters get wrong ballot, allowed to vote again

5 On Your Side: Are sugar alternatives healthy?

Voter ID required, but if you forget, there are options

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WRAL Investigates: Why some veterinarians face minor consequences for deadly errors

1,700 fire safety violations: Wake County schools cited for failing to inspect fire alarms, sprinklers

Wake Schools safety violations uncovered in WRAL investigation sound alarms for student safety

Lawmakers could require more staff at nursing homes, but it would be costly

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Greg Behr: Bluey offers lessons for effective community relations

Grace Ueng: Cultivating happiness hygiene â small habits, big results

SpaceX's true achievement: Cost reduction opens up room for extraterrestrial innovation

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'Wind phones' offer new way for grieving family, friends to connect with deceased loved ones 

US economy grew at a solid 2.8% pace last quarter on strength of consumer spending

Baxter could restart some IV lines by weekâs end in McDowell County

'Listening' skills let robots develop human-like touch

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Steps to discovery: Reflecting on unfilled dreams, aspirations and the year ahead

Go Ask Dad: Bobbing for joy

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