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A grandmother said her 5-year-old granddaughter died Friday in a shooting by the girl's 3-year-old brother inside a Henderson home.

5-year-old-girl killed in Henderson shooting by younger brother, grandmother says

<p>GO ON A WEATHER ROLLER COASTER THIS WEEKEND. &gt;&gt; WE BEGIN WITH BREAKING NEWS IN VANCE COUNTY, WHERE A CHILD HAS SHOT AND KILLED ANOTHER CHILD. THIS IS A GREEN STREET AND GARY STREET IN HENDERSON. SKY 5 IS OVER THE SCENE RIGHT NOW. YOU CAN SEE IT IS A VERY ACTIVE SCENE. THERE ARE A LOT OF POLICE TAPE UP. MONICA CASEY IS LIVE THERE. YEAH, MONICA WORKING IT. TELL US ABOUT THIS INVESTIGATION SO FAR. &gt;&gt; WELL, WHAT WE KNOW RIGHT NOW IS THAT POLICE GOT A CALL AROUND 9.30, THIS MORNING FOR A GUNSHOT WOUND. IN ONE FIRST RESPONDERS ARRIVED HERE. THEY FOUND A CHILD WHO HAD BEEN SHOT INSIDE THEIR HOME. WE ARE ON THE INTERSECTION OF GREEN AND GARY STREETS HERE IN HENDERSON. THE INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN FOCUSED ON THIS GRAY HOME HERE BEHIND ME. POLICE SAY THIS HAPPENED INSIDE THE CHILD'S HOME. ANOTHER CHILD ACCESS AN UNSECURED GUN AND FIRED IT HITTING THAT VICTIM. NEIGHBORS HERE. TELL ME THEY HEARD SCREENING. THEY SAW MOM COME OUT AND HOLDING THAT CHILD IN HER ARMS. AND WE DO KNOW THAT CHILD HAS DIED. POLICE SAY THEY HAVE RECOVERED THAT FIREARM AND OTHER EVIDENCE AND THEY'LL BE CONSULTING WITH THE DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE ON HOW TO HANDLE THIS CASE. STILL A LOT OF MOVING PARTS ONGOING INVESTIGATION HERE. YOU CAN SEE THEY HAVE THIS ENTIRE STREET BLOCKED OFF AND IT'S BEEN THIS WAY FOR ABOUT 2 AND A HALF HOURS NOW. WE HAVE NOT SEEN THIS PRESIDENT'S DIMINISHED AT ALL. SO STILL A LOT OF MOVING PARTS HERE ON THE SCENE IN HENDERSON LIVE</p>

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Strong cold front to bring big temperature change, threat for Saturday brush fires

Fire weather warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025

With 1 narrow lane, I-40 near NC-Tennessee line reopens Saturday

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Coming from Indiana nearly five years ago, WRAL anchor/reporter Julian Grace said he's always found a deep connection to Raleigh. During this Black History Month, he decided to learn more about his connections to one of Raleigh's oldest Black neighborhoods.

Julian Grace: Learning my family's connection to North Carolina's dark past

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It's still five days out, but there is the potential for damaging thunderstorms in the Carolinas Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Potent storm system to bring potential for severe thunderstorms next Wednesday

Severe weather potential from Tuesday, March 4, 2025 to Wednesday, March 5, 2025

ROME (AP) â Pope Francis had coffee and was reading newspapers Saturday after an alarming setback in his two-week recovery from double pneumonia: Doctors had to put him on noninvasive mechanical ventilation following a coughing fit in which he inhaled vomit that needed to then be extracted.

Pope has coffee, rests after setback in recovery â a bronchial spasm requiring further ventilation

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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.

 'I was not planning on doing anything:' Harnett County men accused of human trafficking appear in court

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Saturday, March 1, 2025 -- Federal dollars play a crucial role local public schools. In Wake County about 6% of the district's operating budget-- $141.2 million--comes from federal funds. If the funding disappears, students and families will suffer.

KEITH POSTON: Trump's education cuts could devastate local public schools. You should care

With Sweeping Executive Orders, Trump Tests Local Control of Schools

The Raleigh Police Department has a new leader with a familiar face. Rico Boyce was promoted Friday from deputy chief to chief of police. He has been on the force for 25 years.


Raleigh promotes from within: Rico Boyce named police chief

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Dean Duncan, a UNC professor, emphasized that victims of human trafficking are often coerced into actions they wouldn't normally take, driven by trauma and exploitation for financial gain.

Statewide project aims to prevent human trafficking across NC

Human trafficking in North Carolina and what we can do about it

Consumer Reports exclusive child car seat testing recently revealed significant problems with two infant seats. Here's more on what the tests found and what parents can do.


Child car seat crash results 'concerning,' Consumer Reports says

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Vince Van Almen is part of the youth Wolfpack wrestling club.  He wrestles on the same practice mat as the NC State team.  Over the last couple of years the Wolfpack have made him a part of their brotherhood.  Vince is battling cancer, and the Wolfpack have made sure he isn't fighting alone.  

Strength of the Pack: NC State wrestling team forms bond with young wrestler battling cancer

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Alder Marin-Sotelo and his older brother, Arturo Marin-Sotelo, were in jail and charged with the murder of Deputy Ned Byrd, who was killed in 2022 in a traffic stop involving the two men.

Man accused of killing Wake County deputy returned to US nearly two years after jail escape

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Electric vehicle buyers are facing hurdles as the IRS rejects tax returns claiming the expanded EV tax credit, due to dealerships failing to file a crucial "time of sale" report.

EV tax credit rejected, IRS explains what owners can do

EV tax credit changing to expand access

Discover how to celebrate Mardi Gras in the Triangle with a variety of events that bring the spirit of New Orleans to North Carolina.


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

'Groundbreaking' Duke heart transplant helps save 3 girls' lives

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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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WRAL meterologist Chris Michaels talks about the possibility of widespread thunderstorms in North Carolina on Wednesday afternoon.

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Woman in hospital from Raleigh shooting

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School celebrates 'Bring Your Tractor to School Day' for FAA Week

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Linville Caverns back open to public months after Helene

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Downtown safety tops to-do list for new Raleigh police chief

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1 dead, 1 hospitalized in Goldsboro shooting, police say

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February warmth: Another sign of a shifting climate

Hose falls off fire truck, injures two in Chapel Hill

Raleigh firefighters battle house fire

Belichick, UNC to be featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks,' report says

Judge blocks Trump order threatening funding for institutions that offer care for transgender youth

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Hamas reports no progress in talks with Israel on ceasefire's second phase

Trump's Oval Office thrashing of Zelenskyy shows limits of Western allies' ability to sway US leader

Gene Hackman and his wife tested negative for carbon monoxide, sheriff says

Trump expected to sign order designating English as the official language of the US

Bank of America Museums is providing cardholders with free admission to Marbles Kids Museum the first full weekend of each month.


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Oscar-nominated films overlook climate change, report finds

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Foodie News: The Bike Library coffee bar opening in Raleigh, Happy + Hale adds new location

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Newly restored Wheels Skating Park opens in Durham

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Businesses begin preparing for a March full of basketball throughout the Triangle

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Fact check: Would SAVE Act disqualify voters who have changed their names?

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Fact check: Mace says people 'either have XX or XY chromosomes'

Fact check: Is the State Department about to pay Tesla $400 million for Cybertrucks?

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

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

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Feb. 27

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What NC members of Congress are saying after Trump-Zelensky meeting

State GOP lawmakers hope to emulate DOGE in NC

NC lawmakers lob criticism at DMV boss, a day after he announces resignation

'Everyone's excited about DOGE': NC Republicans look to bring Musk-style review to state government

App State interim chancellor earns permanent role

Education

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

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

How the Wake County Public School System plans to address budget concerns

Parents, teachers deliver letters urging Thom Tillis to keep U.S. Dep. of Education open

Fire department: Cary home fire likely due to hot tub linked to recalls

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

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

As ODs strain medical examiners, one county opens autopsy center to hasten justice

Hubert Davis on the hiring of new GM Jim Tanner: 'It's a position the program wanted and I felt like it was needed'

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Extra Effort: Ryan Mann sets the example on and off the mat

QB Matthew Stafford gets a restructured contract and agrees to stay with the Los Angeles Rams

Joel Embiid will miss the rest of the season for treatment and rehabilitation of his left knee

James, Brooks help No. 9 N.C. State blow out Wake Forest 78-57 

NCHSAA Board of Directors to meet about realignment on Monday

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(12) Lincolnton topples (5) Maiden in 2A boys basketball playoffs

Third quarter run helps (13) Rolesville girls earn marquee road win at (4) Southeast Raleigh

(3) Sanderson punches third round ticket with win over (19) Millbrook

After quick start, (13) Clayton holds off (4) Jordan in 4A East second round

The Wake County Sheriff's Office announced late Thursday that Alder Alfonso Marin-Sotelo was extradited from Mexico to the U.S., where he will face a murder trial.

Wake County deputy's accused killer extradited back to US

A bill to crack down on undocumented immigrants in North Carolina passed its first vote Wednesday in a key state Senate committee.  

NC Senate leaders advance immigration crackdown bill

A new North Carolina bill would require all state agencies and state funded programs to check the immigration status of everyone they serve - and refuse to serve anyone who can't prove they're in the country legally, except services protected by federal law like schools and emergency rooms.

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.

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The CFPB drops its enforcement lawsuits against Capital One, Rocket Homes and more

If you must drive in ice and snow, go slow, stay in control

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Durham County years behind in fire inspections of large employers

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How effective is remote learning?

Snow days or remote learning? Parents see benefits, shortcomings of both

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Political, business leaders see bright days ahead for NC tech

David Gardner: Investing in AI large vs. small language model based startups

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Cosette Pharmaceuticals to acquire Mayne Pharma for $430M

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Katy Perry and Gayle King will join Jeff Bezos' fiancee Lauren Sanchez on Blue Origin spaceflight

Number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rises to 242,000, highest level in 3 months

Texas lottery drawings that paid out big jackpots are the focus of widening investigations

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