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UNITED NATIONS (AP) â President Donald Trump returned to the United Nations on Tuesday to boast of his second-term foreign policy achievements and lash out at the world body as a feckless institution, while warning Europe it would be ruined if it doesn't turn away from a "double-tailed monster" of ill-conceived migration and green energy policies.

Trump in speech to UN says world body 'not even coming close to living up' to its potential

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'Empty words don't solve wars': Trump delivers remarks to UN General Assembly

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Man dead after daytime shooting in Durham neighborhood

Scene at Capps Street in Durham after fatal shooting

90s return: Unseasonably warm highs this week before storms, rain for weekend

Daily high temperature forecast through Saturday, Sept. 27

Charlie Kirk's killing inspires NC bill targeting political violence

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RDU wants public feedback on new recreation site for former Lake Crabtree Park

RDU recreation destination at Lake Crabtree

Hurricane season 2025: Gabrielle now a major hurricane; tracking two other areas in the tropics

Tropical update as of 8 a.m., Sept. 23, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to his late-night show after ABC lifts suspension

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Heartwarming video shows a Cabarrus County, North Carolina, deputy pulling over a driver with a bad attitude, but it ended in the most unexpected way.


On cam: NC deputy's kindness turns tense traffic stop into heartwarming moment

On cam: Traffic stop turns into NC mom's moment of hope

CSX crews inspected the railroad tracks on Nowell Road in Raleigh after an SUV crashed on top of them Tuesday morning, according to Raleigh police. There were no serious injuries. 


SUV crashes on Nowell Road train tracks in Raleigh; no serious injuries reported

A Durham resident died nearly five months before his wedding day. Now his grieving family is battling with a venue for a deposit worth more than $18,000.

Durham venue keeps $18K deposit after groom's sudden death

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Wake County deputies on Monday recovered a man's body while performing a welfare check at a pond.

Body found in Wendell pond identified as 73-year-old man, sheriff's office says

Search for a man at a home on Hodge Road in Wake County near Wendell

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- After gorging all summer on sockeye salmon, the portliest brown bears on the Alaska Peninsula will battle it out to see who will be named the fattest of them all in the wildly popular online voting contest called Fat Bear Week.

Alaska's Fat Bear Week kicks off with online voting to crown the most oversized ursine

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Changes to bail policies, rules for magistrates and the death penalty are among the proposals North Carolina legislators are considering after the Charlotte stabbing of Iryna Zarutska.

NC Senate votes to find new ways to execute prisoners, make other legal changes in wake of Charlotte stabbing

CATS surveillance video shows moments before Charlotte light rail attack

Bubble tea, or boba, has become a favorite, especially with young people. But new safety tests from Consumer Reports show the popular drink may come with a hidden serious concern.


5 On Your Side: Lead could be hiding in your bubble tea

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The Wake County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing man, Michael Martin, 57.


57-year-old man in black shorts with no shirt missing in north Raleigh

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Seven teens who escaped from a mental health facility in Raleigh are back in custody after allegedly attacking a staff member for keys and kicking their way out.

Teens attacked mental health facility staff during Sunday's escape in Raleigh, CEO says

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Detention officer Brian Edwards was placed on administrative leave on Sept. 20, when the department learned of "concerning social media posts" allegedly made by Edwards. The department did not say what the posts contained or referenced. 



Orange Co. officer fired after 'concerning' social media posts

Orange Co. Sheriff's Detention Officer Brian Edwards

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Claudette Childs is a lifelong resident of Pensacola, a tiny community in Yancey County. After living through the destruction and loss of life from Hurricane Helene, Childs and others like her are feeling abandoned by the federal and state governments.

Helene victim will always remember storm - why she feels forgotten by lawmakers

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The Triangle offers some of the best local live experiences you can think of, and some of the best are free to attend.


Best places, ongoing series to find free live music in the Triangle

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(CNN) -- Spider-Man had a bit of an accident.

Tom Holland takes a break from filming latest 'Spider-Man' movie after suffering a concussion

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Explore the best fall and Halloween events in Raleigh, NC, from family-friendly pumpkin patches and corn mazes to thrilling haunted houses and Halloween festivities.


Pumpkin patches, fall and Halloween events in NC

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Drugstores are ready to deliver updated COVID-19 vaccines this fall and insurers plan to pay for them, even though the shots no longer come recommended by an important government committee.

How to get a COVID-19 shot and ensure it's covered by your insurance

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NEW YORK (AP) â ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmelâs late night show in the wake of criticism over his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, officials with the network said Monday.

ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel's suspension and his show will return Tuesday

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New data shows coffee prices are on the rise across the United States.

Coffee prices soaring across the country

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Teaching assistant allegedly sprayed 'poop' smell inside high school

SC: ARREST AFTER 'POOP' SPRAY USED INSIDE SCHOOL

Teenager turns family basement into haunted hotel

PA: TEEN TURNS BASEMENT INTO HAUNTED HOTEL

Cost of the 'American Dream' is getting more expensive

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Consumer Reports investigation finds lead in boba tea

Settlement aims to curb Durham runoff

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Hillsborough names Jason Winn as new police chief

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Pete Buttigieg to speak at Duke University this week

Dog shot during Durham armed robbery, man faces charges

Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee hikes could hit Triangle tech businesses hard

UN chief warns world leaders of 'an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering'

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State inspectors align with Universal's findings that roller coaster was working right when man died

Russia and Ukraine fire drones, missiles and bombs as Zelenskyy seeks help at UN

More experts see genocide in Israel's wartime conduct in Gaza

Ludacris to perform before UNC-Clemson game in Chapel Hill

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Seaboard Station social district gets preliminary approval from city leaders

Raleigh leaders are considering expanding the Sip n' Stroll program to the Village District.

Foodie News: New brisket, oysters, brunch options coming this fall to the Triangle

They Bet Their Future on Barbecue Dreams. Many Lost Everything.

Western NC fall festivals make a vibrant comeback one year post-Hurricane Helene devastation

Haywood Music Trails Smoky Mountain Bluegrass

"Weather Alert Day" Blonde Ale takes home 2nd-place prize at Hops for Hope

Weather Alert Day blonde ale at Fainting Goat Brewing Company

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Fact-check: Is Charlie Kirk's shooting suspect a registered Republican who donated to Trump?

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Fact check: Trump says gas and grocery prices are down

Fact check: Does new North Carolina law allow doctors to practice without completing U.S. exams?

Fact check: Whatley says 'Cooper bears direct responsibility' for Charlotte stabbing

PolitiFact: Charlie Kirk's assassination highlights the rise in US political violence

NC lawmakers propose pulling state funding for Planned Parenthood

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NC Senators push 'mini budget' spending plans, but deals appear elusive

JD Vance to speak in Concord about safety, crime policies in light of Charlotte stabbing

NC Senate moves to end Medicaid's work with Planned Parenthood, boost medical bill transparency

Steel startup considers NC for major factory as Nucor snaps up land

Teacher vacancies down in 2025 compared to last year, data shows

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NC teacher vacancies and number of teachers are down, new data shows

Hillside High School lifts lockdown after Durham police investigate nearby

UNC System schools consider tuition increases

Pembroke Elementary first-grade student found with handgun

'I want to see them prosecuted': Where do criminal investigations into CJF America stand?

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Wake teachers using AI in the classroom set tone for safe, smart learning

Duke AI program emphasizes critical thinking for job security

Public employees' comments on Charlie Kirk killing largely protected by law, analysts say

After Charlotte stabbing, a political push for death penalty in NC

ACC moves to play 9 conference football games each year

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Week 3 NFL chaos: Blocked kicks, walk-off field goals, and a 336-pound hero

Former Appalachian State football coach Shawn Clark dies at 50

Kara Lawson is named head coach of the US women's basketball team for the 2028 LA Olympics

Holliday: Duke saves season with rally against NC State

NC Football Top 25: Garner, Freedom, & East Lincoln join the statewide ranking

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Volleyball Top 25: Lake Norman Charter, Carson, Gray's Creek jump into this week's statewide rankings

Top 25: Western Alamance now No. 1 in HighSchoolOT boys soccer statewide rankings

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Seven teens who escaped from a mental health facility in Raleigh are back in custody after allegedly attacking a staff member for keys.

7 teens found after they escaped from Raleigh mental health facility

The seven teens who escaped Sunday night from a metal health facility in Raleigh are accused of attacking a staff member to get keys and kicked their way through a door to get out, according to the facility's CEO.

7 teens found after they escaped from Holly Hill Children's Hospital

One year after Hurricane Helene, a new WRAL Documentary looks at the storm's devastating toll and the resilience of the people who survived it. "Helene: What We Lost, What We Found" airs Thursday, Sept. 25 on WRAL-TV and streams on WRAL.com, the WRAL News app and WRAL's YouTube channel.

One year since Helene: WRAL Documentary shares stories of hope and survival 

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A lawsuit filed by seven former employees against CJF America remains unserved, while the company's president recently missed a court appearance. Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate the Durham-based company.

Where do criminal investigations into CJF America stand?

Former Gov. Roy Cooper is raising concerns about the state economy as Republicans in Washington slash health spending and Republicans in Raleigh show no immediate interest in replacing the funding.

Roy Cooper hosts roundtable on health care

Former Gov. Roy Cooper is raising concerns about impending health care cuts and their effect on the state economy, as Republicans in Washington slash health spending and Republicans in Raleigh show no immediate interest in replacing the funding.

2026 Senate race: Roy Cooper criticizes 'Big, Beautiful Bill,' health care costs in Raleigh speech

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5 On Your Side: Don't fall for this scam handing out free money from Zelle or Cash App

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President of NC nonprofit accused of not paying workers skips court

President of company accused of not paying employees misses court date

UNC researchers finds endangered shark at local stores

UNC researchers say some shark and other seafood sold in stores may not be what you think it is

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The New AirPods Can Translate Languages in Your Ears. This Is Profound.

A robot programmed to act like a 7-year-old girl works to combat fear and loneliness in hospitals

Nvidia to Buy $5 Billion Stake in Intel, Giving Rival a Lifeline

Donald Thompson: Insights on leadership from an expert on building trust

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Emerging TikTok deal with China ensures US control of board and crucial algorithm, White House says

Trump signs proclamation adding $100K annual fee for H-1B visa applications

US Steel changes course and will keep processing raw steel at Granite City plant in Illinois

Trump administration moves to revoke permit for Massachusetts offshore wind project

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'Free of fear:' Raleigh Hispanic festival hopes to unite community amid deportation fears

BugFest bites: Elizabeth Gardner tries some cricket cuisine

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5 steps for better health in your 40s and 50s

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