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Cary police have arrested Charles Edward Stevenson Jr., in a road rage incident that left a 5-year-old girl injured after shots were fired into a vehicle on U.S. 1.


Cary police arrest man accused of shooting into a vehicle during road rage incident

Rain chances climb overnight and will linger into Wednesday morning, front brings slight heat relief

A cold front brings more rain Tuesday and Wednesday

Raleigh Fire Department struggles to meet response time goals, new report reveals

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Hurricane season 2025: System has 40% chance for development, NC coast could have rip current threats

As of Tuesday, July 1, the National Hurricane Center shows a 40% chance for development in the next seven days of a system off the East Coast. 

NC State Highway Patrol investigates fatal crash in Durham

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Hazmat teams investigate smoke incident at Baystate Pool in Clayton, no injuries reported

Naked Man in police custody in after attempted robbery and assault in Raleigh

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A man was shot at his home Tuesday morning by Wake County Sheriff's Office deputies. The incident began with a suicide threat from the man's stepson, according to investigators.

Wife: Husband shot in leg, arm, stomach after Wake deputies respond to stepson's suicide threat

Armed man shot by Wake County deputies hospitalized with serious injuries

Senate bill rolls back clean energy tax credits, and NC leaders warn of job losses, higher bills and setbacks to climate goals as House vote looms.


NC governor warns Senate cuts will be costly to state's clean energy economy

North Carolina churches turn to solar power to cut energy costs 

Raleigh City Council awarded $28.6 million to begin work along New Bern Avenue to accommodated a planned rapid bus route.


Paving, sidewalk, utility work to begin in the fall along Raleigh's planned bus rapid transit route

GoRaleigh bus at New Hope Church Road

Child care in North Carolina typically costs families about $12,000 per year, and many businesses have months-long waiting lists. NC leaders including Gov. Josh Stein say they have a new plan to fix both the affordability and availability issues.

Stein, other NC leaders unveil plan to tackle child care affordability, availability

Gov. Josh Stein signs foster care reform bill into law

The Carolina Hurricanes have acquired defenseman K'Andre Miller from the New York Rangers. The Canes signed the 25-year-old to an eight-year contract.

Canes trade for Rangers defenseman K'Andre Miller

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The assistant director of Raleigh's transportation department told city council members the cost to widen Six Forks Road from Rowan Street to Millbrook Road had grown from $56.1 million to $93.5 million, a 67% increase.

Raleigh scraps Six Forks Road widening, redirects funds to pedestrian safety and sidewalks

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Starting July 1, North Carolina will enforce a ban on most disposable vapes, following the enactment of House Bill 900.


North Carolina begins ban on popular disposable vapes not approved by the FDA

School districts use new measures to prevent vaping 

Republicans worried that North Carolina Republicans wouldn't show up to the polls for U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who had lost support from the base over the years.

Trump's pick to replace Tillis could boost Republican midterm turnout in North Carolina, analysts say

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A man faces multiple charges after an 80-year-old woman in Lee County was violently strangled, according to the sheriff's office.


Man charged with assault in Lee County after strangling his 80-year-old grandmother

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New York (CNN) -- Lululemon is suing Costco, alleging that the discount wholesaler is selling knockoffs of its $128 pants and other pricey athleisure clothing.

Lululemon accuses Costco of selling 'unauthorized' versions of its $128 pants

Lululemon accuses Costco of selling âunauthorizedâ versions of its $128 pants

Junk fees have become a costly part of everyday life, popping up on hotel bookings, food orders, payment apps and more.


5 On Your Side: How to protect your wallet from hidden junk fees

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A Four Oaks family will finally be able to return home to Johnston County after a medical emergency left them stranded in Hawaii for months.


A flight home: $80,000 raised for Four Oaks family after medical crisis in Hawaii

Johnston County family struggles to bring husband home from Hawaii after medical crisis

From live music to fireworks, July is filled with fun in North Carolina.


60+ events happening in NC this July

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You don't have to drive all the way to the North Carolina mountains to see beautiful waterfalls this season - there are several beautiful and historic waterfalls right here in the Triangle. One is even hidden in the middle of a Raleigh neighborhood.

Chasing waterfalls: Check out 7 whimsical waterfalls right here in the Triangle

Lassiter Mill waterfall in Raleigh

With a sizzling hot summer in full swing, there are plenty of places in the Triangle to cool down with frozen treats, such as ice cream shops, gelato stands, and frozen yogurt shops. 

15 places to find the best, tasty frozen treats in central North Carolina

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The race to replace Senator Thom Tillis is shaping up to be one of the biggest political showdowns in the country with big stakes and big names on both sides. WRAL's NC Capitol team looks at the plans by democrats and republicans to win this seat.

Analysts: Trump's pick to replace Tillis could boost Republican midterm turnout in NC

NC State Highway Patrol investigate fatal crash in Durham

Raleigh Fire Department works to improve response times

Arrest made in road rage shooting that injured 5-year-old girl

Naked man in police custody after assault in Raleigh

Raleigh leaders vote to scrap Six Forks Road widening

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'Easier, faster and better': Stein signs law aimed at improving NC government hiring process 

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Johnston County welcomes Jason Waller as new District Attorney, succeeding Susan Doyle

Inmate fatally shoots North Carolina officer before being caught in stolen vehicle, sheriff says

NC Highway Patrol to operate as independent agency

Cigna and UNC Health struggle to reach agreement, health insurance change possible

Mystery surrounds the Jeffrey Epstein files after Bondi claims 'tens of thousands' of videos

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Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and urges Hamas to accept deal

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose ministry was toppled by prostitution scandals, dies at 90

Musk proposes a new political party, Trump suggests DOGE 'might have to go back and eat Elon'

Durham Performing Arts Center has been ranked the #2 theatre in the country by Billboard Magazine.


DPAC ranked as #2 theatre in America by Billboard

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Free, discounted summer family movies in the Triangle

Free or discounted summer movies in Triangle

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List: July 4 fireworks, festivals, food trucks in the Triangle 

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Fact check: White House says 'big beautiful bill' would boost take-home pay by $10,000

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Fact check: Will GOP bill give a tax cut to Social Security recipients?

Fact check: Newsom compares murder rates in California to GOP-controlled Southern states

Fact check: What was the Minnesota shooting suspect's political ideology?

Fact check: Could Trump delay elections if Congress passes the 'big beautiful bill'?

New NC law restricts cellphones in classrooms, requires social media literacy lessons

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New NC restrictions on flavored vape products effect

Stein signs bill restricting cellphones, requiring social media literacy lessons in NC schools

Who will Trump back to replace Tillis? 3 Republicans to watch

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about flooding, missing furniture from NC lieutenant governor's house

Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books

Education

Harnett County Schools announce new start, end times for 2025-2026 to boost efficiency

Lawmakers send bill targeting gender, public school discussions to NC governor

NC Republicans advance anti-diversity program bills targeting state agencies, education

Attorney General sends demand for answers to PowerSchool over hack affecting NC students, teachers

NC man's homeowners insurance soars 41% in one year due to 'consent to rate' clause

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Thom Tillis is leaving the Senate over Medicaid cuts. Here's what they'll mean for NC

Expired pool permits: WRAL investigation spurs Wake County to inspect pools

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UNC picks athletics director to replace Bubba Cunningham, who isn't leaving yet

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Hurricanes sign Logan Stankoven to eight-year contract extension

Coco Gauff is out in the first round of Wimbledon with a 7-6 (3), 6-1 loss to Dayana Yastremska

The future is now as Hurricanes open development camp 

Hurricanes trade 7th round pick for Montreal goaltender Cayden Primeau, son of former Cane Keith Primeau 

Southeast Raleigh's Keysaun Eleazer picks Stanford

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D'Various Surratt, a 3-star DB at Crest, will play football for NC State

Crest 3-star DB Lyrik Pettis will play for Duke football

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WRAL anchor/reporter Ashley Rowe examines who could possibly replace U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who announced he won't seek reelection in 2026.

Who could take Sen. Thom Tillis' seat?

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-NC, had told fellow Senators in the days before the vote on Trump's budget that it will kick more than 600,000 North Carolinians off their health insurance if it becomes law.

Federal budget cuts threaten 660,000-plus people covered by Medicaid expansion

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis' decision to not seek reelection comes after he opposed President Donald Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill," which would cut taxes on wages and tips while increasing spending on many of the president's priorities, including immigration enforcement.

Tillis criticizes Trump's big tax bill on Senate floor, says he won't run again

As early-onset cancer diagnoses surge among young people, doctors and researchers are urgently exploring potential causes including environmental and dietary factors, with ultra-processed foods and sedentary lifestyles under scrutiny.


Doctors worry ultra-processed foods play role in early onset cancers

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, is now facing two misdemeanor charges for selling alcohol without a permit. An arrest warrant states the new charges stem from a party held Saturday at his property. It adds to the charges he already faces from a May 2 event held at his property.

Orange County farm owner facing new charges for another party

Orange County farm owner accused of hosting another party, charged with illegally selling alcohol

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

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Future of Consumer Product Safety Commission in the air, putting consumer safety at risk

Proposed cuts to the Consumer Product Safety Commission put consumer safety at risk

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Iranian hackers targeting specific industries for cyber attacks as conflict escalates

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

Thousands in revenue for field parties raise concerns about underage drinking, agritourism, and safety

WRAL uncovers Wake County public pools operating without inspections

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Durham chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy protection, seeking to reduce debt, remerge

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US job openings in May hit 7.8 million in a continuing display of labor market resilience

Wall Street is split as Tesla and tech drop while most other US stocks climb

Home Depot heads deeper into the building supply business with $5 billion acquisition of GMS

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Owner of popular farm worried about proposed traffic plan that would pave over land

Go Ask Dad: Nearer to kneeling

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Historic Grasshopper Farms threatened by NCDOT road widening project in Knightdale

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