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Two men face human trafficking charges in connection to the Amber Alert issued on behalf of a 15-year-old Harnett County girl.

2 men arrested in connection to 15-year-old girl found half state away after issuance of Amber Alert

ARE TURNED ON SO YOU CAN GET THE BREAKING NEWS RIGHT TO YOUR HANDS. ALSO BREAKING RIGHT NOW HERE AT 4 O'CLOCK IN THE LAST 30 MINUTES, AUTHORITIES IN HARNETT COUNTY GAVE AN UPDATE ON YESTERDAY'S AMBER ALERT TO PEOPLE NOW IN CUSTODY. >> RELATED TO THIS 15 YEAR OLDS. ABDUCTION WRAL, SHAUN GALLAGHER JOINING US NOW LIVE FROM HARNETT COUNTY. I KNOW A LOT WAS DISCUSSED. BRING US UP TO SPEED. >> YEAH, WE KNOW THE HARNETT COUNTY SHERIFF WAYNE COATS STARTED OFF HIS PRESS CONFERENCE BY THANKING GOD FOR HER SAFE RETURN BECAUSE THESE CASES DON'T ALWAYS END UP WITH A POSITIVE OUTCOME, EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE SO TERRIFIED FOR PARENTS. NOW, THE FBI SAYS THE GIRL WAS COMMUNICATING WITH THE SUSPECTS HERE ONLINE AND THAT COMMUNICATION THEN TRANSITIONED INTO THE REAL WORLD. THE GIRL WAS TAKEN TO KITTY HAWK FROM HER HOME WHERE POLICE FOUND HER EARLY THIS MORNING. THEY SAY SHE'S NOT INJURED BUT STILL BEING CHECKED OUT MEDICALLY AND WILL BE REUNITED WITH HER FAMILY TODAY. NOW THOSE 2 SUSPECTS WILL FACE A NUMBER OF FELONY CHARGES FOR KIDNAPPING AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING. THE FBI DIDN'T SPECIFY ABOUT HOW SHE ENDED UP WITH THE SUSPECTS, BUT HAD THIS TO SAY ABOUT CHILD VICTIMS. >> AND WHAT I WILL SAY IS THAT NO MINOR GOES WILLINGLY. ANY TIME YOU'VE GOT A MINER WHO'S ENGAGING WITH A PREDATOR ONLINE AND THEY DO SOMETHING IN THE REAL WORLD OR FOR THAT MATTER, THEY DO SOMETHING ONLINE. THEY ARE MINORS, THEIR VICTIMS. THEY'RE BEING MANIPULATED. >> THE HEART OF COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY SAYS THAT THE FIRST APPEARANCE FOR THESE 2 SUSPECTS SHOULD BE TOMORROW. NO BOND SET YET, BUT A JUDGE WILL DETERMINE THAT DURING THAT HEARING

2 men charged with human trafficking after Harnett County Amber Alert

Wayne County Sheriff Wayne Coats announced the arrests of two men in connection to the Amber Alert issued on behalf of a 15-year-old girl.

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In call to 911, boyfriend admitted to murder of woman at Cary storage facility

Travis Huff (left) is charged with murder in connection to the death of Rebecca Carter (right). Photos courtesy of the Cary Police Department.

Transgender troops are now being identified for removal under Pentagon orders

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Outages, boil orders and fluctuating water pressure are issues people in the Lake Royale community said have persisted for years.


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Algae blooms at Falls Lake lead to Raleigh tap water complaints

For the 2025-26 school year, undergraduate tuition for students not receiving aid will be $70,265, and total cost of attendance before financial aid, including tuition, fees, room and board, will be $92,042, the university announced on its website.

Duke University's undergraduate tuition, fees will surpass $92K for 2025-26 school year

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An Asheboro man who help popularize the "Thank You Jesus" signs found in so many front yards faces a charge of sexual exploitation of a minor.


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A specialized surgery at Duke Hospital saved the lives of three girls who now share an unbreakable bond.

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The Gipson Play Plaza opening at Dix Park will include a grab-and-go market, the Dix Park Conservancy announced Thursday.


New playground at Dix Park will include food and beverage market

Discover the latest insights into the ongoing bird flu crisis and its potential impact on human health.


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Members of the North Carolina Legislative Black Caucus voiced opposition to House Bill 171, which aims to prohibit state agencies from maintaining, implementing or funding policies that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. 

NC Black Caucus denounces anti-DEI bill

The Carolina Hurricanes, who moved to the state from Hartford, are hosting their sixth Whalers Night on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres.

'Iconic logo': Hurricanes to honor Whalers' roots Thursday

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump plans to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday, in addition to doubling the 10% universal tariff charged on imports from China.

Trump plans tariffs on Mexico and Canada for Tuesday, while doubling existing 10% tariffs on China

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The National Hurricane Center provides essential track and intensity forecasts, but how accurate are their predictions? We take a look back at how the 2024 season forecasting stacks up compared to previous years.

Each year, hurricane forecasts get better at predicting path and strength of storms

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No School January turned into Flu February for WRAL Family contributor Andrew Taylor-Troutman.

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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?

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Starting May 7, North Carolina residents will need a REAL ID, U.S. passport or another federally-approved form of identification to board commercial flights and access secure federal buildings.


REAL ID requirements begin May 7: What North Carolina residents need to know

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A New Hampshire community is outraged over a controversial video that was filmed in front of a high school. It shows an adult and a child wearing masks standing next to a sign that read "Jesus Loves White Children."

Controversial video filmed in front of school enrages N.H. town

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Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead in New Mexico home

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Autopsy: Father delayed care after 5-year-old fell in shower, was later found unconscious

Woman arrested after locking boyfriend in Monroe storage unit for days, police say

Tap water may taste, look odd as Raleigh begins weeks-long disinfection process

Gunshots fired into Raleigh home, car along Sunnybrook Road

As measles cases mount in the US, what's the situation worldwide?

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USAID workers clear their desks in Trump's final push to dismantle the agency

Influencer Tate brothers, who face human trafficking charges in Romania, arrive in the US

France joining the U.S. in seeking access to Ukraine's minerals; says it's in talks

Texas says this doctor illegally treated trans youth. He says he followed the law

Robert Turner, a Wake County deputy, turned two chairs on NBC's "The Voice" Monday night. WRAL News sat down with him Tuesday for a one-on-one interview.



'You're not dreaming': Wake County deputy on 'The Voice' shares uplifting message

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NC Senate sets up votes for bills targeting Attorney General Jeff Jackson, immigration, cell phones in schools

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Wayne Goodwin's tenure: DMV wait times improve, but public dissatisfaction persists

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Heisman Trophy winner and 2-way star Travis Hunter says he won't work out at the NFL combine

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Amid a nationwide shortage of animal blood, the Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital in Durham has initiated a remarkable solution -- utilizing staff pets as blood donors.

Durham vet hospital tackles pet blood shortage with donations from staff pets

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Investigations of overdose deaths lead to more autopsy requests, straining the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. But Union County has a unique solution.

Union County opens autopsy center to help address medical examiner backlog

On Tuesday, state lawmakers discussed adopting a more consistent, effective policy statewide for the next school year.

Proposal to ban cell phones in NC classes passes first key vote

School leaders are also bracing for federal funding cuts, but they're not sure what those could be.

Wake school board, commissioners discuss millions in new budget needs

On Tuesday, the Wake County school board and county commissioners discussed upcoming funding challenges for the school system..

A key North Carolina PFAS pollution meeting was abruptly canceled with no explanation. State leaders have not said why or when it will be rescheduled, raising concerns over regulatory delays.

NC regulators abruptly cancel PFAS pollution meeting without explanation

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about the North Carolina Supreme Court race, testing for PCBs inside NC State's Poe Hall, school districts using cell phone pouches and the renaming of Fort Bragg.

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