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At least two people were shot outside a Raleigh nightclub overnight, according to police.


Two people shot near Raleigh nightclub

THE 4TH OF JULY. COMING UP THROUGH OUT THE NEXT 2 HOURS. CHRIS, THANK YOU. WE'RE FOLLOWING BREAKING NEWS IN RALEIGH THIS MORNING. AT LEAST 2 PEOPLE WERE SHOT. THE BREAKING NEWS TRACKER WAS ON THE SCENE AS POLICE INVESTIGATED THE SHOOTING JUST AFTER 01:00AM. >> OFFICERS SAY IT ALL STARTED OUTSIDE A NIGHTCLUB ON CALVARY DRIVE NEAR CAPITAL BOULEVARD. OFFICERS ARE ALSO INVESTIGATING ANOTHER SCENE ABOUT A MILE AWAY ON SPRING FOREST ROAD. THAT'S ALSO AT NEAR CAPITAL BOULEVARD. THEY WERE FOCUSED ON A CAR THAT WAS AT THAT SCENE. BOTH PEOPLE WERE SHOT. BOTH PEOPLE SHOT WERE TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL AND ARE EXPECTED TO RECOVER.

Two people shot outside Raleigh nightclub, police say

More heat, humidity and hit-or-miss storms expected Sunday

Highs and heat index Sunday afternoon

Driver falls asleep behind the wheel, crashes into Pine Level church building

Hurricane season 2025: Tropical Storm Barry forms near Mexico

Tropical Storm Barry is moving towards the northeastern portions of Mexico. Those areas could see some isolated flash floods.

Children rescued from Johnston County fire, three people hospitalized

Woman in critical condition after 3-vehicle crash on I-95 in Nash County

North Carolina senators clash over Trump's tax bill: Medicaid cuts at center stage

North Carolina Senators Clash Over Trump's Tax Bill: Medicaid Cuts at Center Stage

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WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive positive change for North Carolinians. As part of this initiative, Dennis Draughon has served as the company's editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform. 

With a 38-year career that began at the former Raleigh Times, Draughon has also contributed to The Scranton Times-Tribune, The Durham News, The Fayetteville Observer and The (N.C.) Insider. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the 1993 Fischetti Award for Distinguished Achievement in editorial cartoons and the 1999 Golden Spike Award from the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists. More recently, he received Editor & Publisher Magazine's EPPY Award for best editorial/political cartoons, recognizing his impact in the digital news landscape. 

Through his work, Draughon continues to provide insightful and thought-provoking illustrations that enrich WRAL's Opinion section and engage readers across North Carolina.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: No state budget yet, but our work here is done!

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.


Diagnosis Young: Doctors see link between lifestyle, cancer diagnoses

Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Capping a tumultuous night, the Republican-controlled Senate advanced President Donald Trump's package of tax breaks, spending cuts and increased deportation money, with more weekend work ahead as Congress races to meet his Fourth of July deadline for passage.

After a dramatic vote, the Senate pushes ahead on Trump's tax break and spending cut plan

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Nash County's Pet Connection Center, under scrutiny for recent animal care violations, hosted a free adoption event to engage the community and promote transparency.


Nash County animal shelter director fired, free adoption event held to help shelter

Nash County animal shelter faces reforms amid violations; hosts free adoption event

A crash involving two motorcycles and a car on Saturday at the intersection of East Whitaker Mill Road and Wake Forest Road in Raleigh, left two people injured.


Two injured in Raleigh crash involving two motorcycles and car

An antique tractor parade turned tragic when a man lost control and crashed into a tree near the Moore and Montgomery County line.

Antique tractor crash leaves one man dead in Moore County

Man dies after fatal antique tractor crash on Dover Church Road

Goldsboro Police Department confirmed that they have located Jasmine Nicole Wilson and her two children.


Goldsboro mother, two children found after missing for two weeks

Jasmine Wilson and her 4-month-old son Zayden

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at Peaches Corner in Myrtle Beach that left one person dead.


One person dead, another arrested after shooting at popular Myrtle Beach restaurant

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Carolina traded its first-round pick to the Chicago Blackhawks for two second-round selections and a 2027 fifth-round choice.

After trading back twice, Hurricanes make three picks in second round of NHL Draft

A picture of the Lenovo Center on March 9, 2025. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Winnipeg Jets, 4-2.

A Fort Bragg soldier, Warrant Officer Anthony Rivera, and his ex-wife, Danielle Kennedy, are behind bars for murder and child abuse of their two adopted children, who died in 2018 at the ages of 3 and 2. 

Fort Bragg soldier and ex-wife arrested for 2018 murder of adopted children

Fort Liberty to be renamed back to Fort Bragg

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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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"Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC" is the latest investigative documentary from the WRAL Doc unit, exploring the alarming trend of cancer striking younger adults in North Carolina and across the nation.
The documentary follows three North Carolinians in their 20s and 30s who never expected a cancer diagnosis so early in life. Behind every personal story is the big question: Why is this happening?

As temperatures in the Triangle soar past 100 degrees, smartphone users face the risk of device damage from overheating.


Protect your smartphone: Tips to prevent overheating in Triangle's summer heat

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Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + maps

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

At a service filled with laughs and tears, friends, colleagues and family remembered the man who brought the news to thousands of North Carolinians every night for decades.


Legendary WRAL anchor and 'Cronkite of North Carolina' Charlie Gaddy laid to rest

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A Florida woman was arrested for leaving multiple pets to die in an abandoned house, police say.


Florida woman arrested after multiple pets left to die

Deer population soars in southeast, more deer in yards, on roads

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Deadly beach umbrella accidents renew safety push

Florida man's iPhone saves his life

Pet of the Day for June 29, 2025

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Senate advances Trump's tax break and spending cut plan

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Raleigh house fire displaces three, quickly controlled by firefighters; cause under investigation

Fort Bragg celebrates Independence Day amid heightened security and global tensions

Child injured after shots fired at a Goldsboro car, police investigating

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Iran's judiciary says at least 71 killed in Israel's attack on Tehran's notorious Evin prison

Pope Leo XIV marks feast day as Vatican launches campaign to help erase its $57-68 million deficit

Senate Republicans advance Trump's tax and spending cuts bill after dramatic late-night vote

Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

Triangle area movie theaters have you covered with free and low-cost, family-friendly films all summer long.

Free, discounted summer family movies in the Triangle

Free or discounted summer movies in Triangle

Weekend best bets: BrickUniverse, Raleigh food truck rodeo

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

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

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Fact check: Are 20% of Medicaid payments 'improper'?

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NC lawmakers pass protections that could help suspected puppy mills

Pet stores would be safe from city bans after NC lawmakers sneak provision into squatter bill

NC lawmakers with unfinished business heading into summer break

Stein vetoes REINS Act, Republican-backed effort to make environmental regulations harder to pass

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

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NC lawmakers send new school cellphone bill to Stein. Here's what it would do

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

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

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

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3 NC lieutenant governors, a historic house, and a case of missing furniture

Durham man with 100-plus charges freed on $3K bond, rearrested for operating chop shop at his home

Summer solstice is the longest day of the year, but not earliest sunrise or latest sunset

Cellphone crackdown: New policies going into effect in districts across NC

Hurricanes 'open to everything' ahead of key offseason, NHL Draft

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Cooper Flagg looks comfortable in new home as No. 1 pick gets introduced in Dallas

Islanders' No. 1 pick Matthew Schaefer pays tribute to late mother with a kiss and a promise

Playoff MVP Sam Bennett agrees on 8-year, $64 million contract to stay with Florida Panthers

Big-name foes highlight UNC men's basketball non-conference schedule

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Kadin Shedrick signs NBA Summer League contract with Cleveland Cavaliers

After leading Sanderson to a historic basketball season, Nathan Fife wins Extra Effort award

St. David's hires former Wakefield, NC State star T.J. Graham to lead football program

New Rolesville football player Malachi Harris commits to Old Dominion

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.

Hundreds of supporters of North Carolina's shrimp industry, many from coastal counties, descended on the state legislature to protest a proposed ban on shrimp trawling in the state's inland waters.

Hundreds of fishermen protest proposed ban on shrimp trawling in Pamlico Sound

BuildOps Inc. plans to add the employees by 2029, state economic development officials said Tuesday. Commerce officials approved an incentives package worth up to $2.8 million.

Construction software company plans new Raleigh hub with 291 high-paying jobs

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The school system's nutrition department has said the increased costs of labor, goods and shipping have put a financial strain on the department. It's the fourth price increase in the past four years.

The price of a Wake school meal is going up again, following board vote

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Big changes ahead for Amazon Prime Day

Know your repair rights: NC Insurance Commissioner warns against insurer steering

5 On Your Side: Expert tips on how to cool down your car fast in extreme temperatures

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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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Supreme Court OKs fee that subsidizes phone, internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas

Triangle innovation could allow water bottles through airport security

Worldâs "most sustainable company" opens robotics lab in Morrisville

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Chrysler recalls some 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles to fix a potential airbag issue

Fireworks will light up this Fourth of July. Next year could be different if tariff talks fizzle

Americaâs incredible stock market rebound is complete as S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs

Nike says its tariff bill is $1 billion

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

Family

Go Ask Dad: Nearer to kneeling

Parents, break away this summer to rethink the path ahead

Historic Grasshopper Farms threatened by NCDOT road widening project in Knightdale

Gamers gather in Raleigh for Rocket League Championship Series

Top Amazon Deals: Fire 7 Kids Tablet & Backpack only $44.99 (63% off) PLUS 50% off Instant Pot 4QT Air Fryer, Fire TV Stick, Ring Doorbell and July Prime Day dates

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Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through June 29

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