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Wake County deputies are now investigating a house fire in which three people died on Tuesday as arson and homicide. Investigators are not looking for a suspect.

Sheriff: Man, teens were found with gunshot wounds in Wake County house fire

DANGEROUS HEAT AND STORMS COMING UP. >> ALL RIGHT. THIS IS JUST A LITTLE BIT. ELIZABETH, THANK YOU. BREAKING NEWS WE'RE FOLLOWING AS THE WAKE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE NOW SAYS A FIRE AT A GARNER AREA HOME WAS THE WORK OF AN ARSONIST. AND THAT'S ALL 3 PEOPLE WHO WERE FOUND DEAD INSIDE THE HOME WERE SHOT. FIREFIGHTERS WERE CALLED TO A HOME ON 10, 10 ROAD ON TUESDAY AND THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE THAT'S STILL BEING INVESTIGATED. HOWEVER, AT THIS TIME, INVESTIGATORS BELIEVE IT WAS SET INTENTIONALLY WRAL ALSO LEARNED THAT DEPUTIES WERE CALLED TO THE GARNER AREA HOME THE DAY BEFORE THE FIRE AND WRAL'S DESTINY. PATTERSON IS

Wake County house fire

3 found shot to death during Wake County house fire 

WRAL Weather Alert Day: More extreme heat, Level 1 risk for severe storms on the way for Thursday

Severe weather risk: Thursday, June 26, 2025

Possible meteorite spotted over South Carolina; officials searching for crash site 

Multiple fire departments looking for possible crashed meteor in South Carolina

Kids' foods more likely to contain synthetic dyes, study finds

Handcuffed: Man left with bruised shoulder after confrontation with Smithfield adult care employee

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North Carolina lawmakers vote unanimously for new $500M Helene relief bill

As Trump Visits North Carolina, Battered Communities Hope for More Aid

Let NC elections workers be hired or fired for political reasons, GOP lawmakers say

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A woman is recounting her experience following Tuesday's lightning strike that injured her and others at Lake Murray in South Carolina.


'Everything froze': Woman recalls being struck by lightning at South Carolina lake

Woman describes being struck by lightning at South Carolina lake

Raleigh police have arrested two men in connection with a Wednesday shooting at a Sheetz on New Bern Avenue in Raleigh.

Raleigh Sheetz shooting: Man stole gold chain from other person, leading to shots fired, police say

Shooting at Raleigh Sheetz 

Titled the Fostering Care in NC Act, the law gives the state Department of Health and Human Services more power to hold county-run social services departments accountable.


Gov. Josh Stein signs foster care reform bill into law with bipartisan support

Gov. Josh Stein signs foster care reform bill into law

Despite her commitment to fitness, Bianca Harvey received a life-altering cancer diagnosis at age 34. Now Harvey's treatment has her cancer shrinking by over 50%, offering hope for remission.


From bodybuilding to beating cancer: Trials, treatment put woman on road to remission

Diagnosis: Young: Bianca Harvey's story

NEW YORK (AP) â The U.S. stock market is rising toward the brink of another record.

US stocks climb to the brink of a record

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Employees at a North Carolina business said they were held inside for hours on Wednesday as ICE executed a search warrant on the property.


ICE agents search NC workplace in Kings Mountain, some employees in custody

ICE searches NC workplace, multiple employees in custody

Nelson passed away in 2023 after many years of heart and kidney issues caused by diabetes. His family told WRAL News that Nelson was a huge science fiction fan, from Star Wars to Star Trek, he dreamed of being among the stars, even joking that aliens from Area 51 abducted him.


Man's ashes lost in ocean after being sent to space for life-long dream

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A man seen cursing at a woman on a bicycle in Wake County has been arrested, but not for his actions shown during a viral video.

Fuquay-Varina man seen yelling at cyclist arrested for threatening to shoot someone

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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

Temperature warning on iPhone, stock, generic

Nash County is facing a $6,700 fine following an investigation by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services into the county animal shelter, revealing multiple violations of the Animal Welfare Act.


Nash County faces $6,700 fine for animal shelter violations

State fines Nash County animal shelter for violations

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Since January 2025, more than 750 cases have been confirmed in Texas, with two deaths of children. In June 2025, North Carolina had its first confirmed case. Almost all infections have occurred in unvaccinated persons.


What to know about measles

Hospitals on lookout for patients with symptoms after first N.C. measles case

Behind every personal story is the big question: Why is this happening?

Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC. New documentary premieres on WRAL Thursday

Diagnosis: Young, The New Face of Cancer in NC

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 

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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It's always sunny for this pair of bonded male cats! For more information on how to adopt these sweet, 3-year-old cats, reach out to SPCA of Wake County at (919) 772-2326 and spcawake.org.

Pet of the Day for June 26, 2025

Whales begin summer travel along Australia's humpback highway

Whales travel along Australia's humpback highway

Goodmon shares how Charlie Gaddy's career began at WRAL

Debra Morgan shares memories of Charlie Gaddy during memorial service

5 On Your Side: How does NC's car insurance rate compare to other states?

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Firefighters use bags to cool heat stroke, fire victims

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Holly Springs hero Eddie Hunnell awarded Carnegie Medal for river rescue during Hurricane Helene

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Vander firefighter recovering after 20-foot fall through attic floor

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

Two teenagers charged as murder suspects in fatal Greenville shooting

Woman taken to hospital after house fire in southern Wake County

Supreme Court says states can block Medicaid money for health care at Planned Parenthood

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Key Medicaid provision in Trump's bill is found to violate Senate rules. The GOP is scrambling

US economy shrank 0.5% in the first quarter, worse than earlier estimates had revealed

Iranâs Khamenei resurfaces to warn against future US attacks in first statement since ceasefire

Kennedy says US is pulling funding from global vaccine group Gavi

Elite gamers from around the world will battle in Raleigh this weekend in the Rocket League World Championship series.


Gamers gather in Raleigh for Rocket League Championship Series

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Weekend best bets: BrickUniverse, Raleigh food truck rodeo

Golden Gate Bridge at BrickUniverse

Where to find the best ice cream in North Carolina

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Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

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'Dawson's Creek' creator is back with another show filmed in Wilmington

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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

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

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

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

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

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NC lawmakers fail to reach budget deal, plan to adjourn. Can Helene aid squeak through?

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

Dead in the water: North Carolina House won't move forward with proposed shrimp trawl ban

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

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

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Wake school board favors AI, debating guardrails in first generative AI policy

NC Senate passes bill targeting gender, public school discussions

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

Wake school board gets update on HVAC, possible changes after year of more school closures

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

Cooper Flagg goes No. 1: Mavericks select Duke star with first overall pick of 2025 NBA Draft

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Round 2 of NBA Draft: Duke's Tyrese Proctor, Sion James along with UNC's RJ Davis wait to see if they'll get picked

Hornets select Duke's Kon Knueppel with fourth overall pick of 2025 NBA Draft

2025 NBA Draft: Duke's Khaman Maluach headed to the Phoenix Suns

2025 NBA Draft: UNC's Drake Powell to play for Brooklyn Nets

Carolina Panthers host production day for schools participating in 2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic

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Drake Powell drafted 22nd overall, will be traded to the Brooklyn Nets

Northwood basketball coach Matt Brown saw the NBA in Drake Powell's future

A look at where NC natives could go in tonight's NBA Draft

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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

BuildOps announcement in Raleigh

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions about taxes and flooding.

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about taxes and flooding

WRAL Investigates why 175 pools in Wake County were listed as unpermitted. That included the Umstead Spa and a Safesplash Swim School. Days later, the county said both were permitted. Turns out, they were only inspected after we asked. Records show it happened the day after we inquired.

WRAL uncovers Wake County public pools operating without inspections

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

Quickly cooling your car in the dangerous heat 

5 On Your Side: Five protections to take when shopping online

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Stolen car suspect with 100-plus charges released, arrested again

Hidden hazard: Toxic gas seeps from NC medical warehouses

Warehouses in North Carolina storing products treated with a toxic gas

NC launches unified digital system for foster child tracking after WRAL documentary exposes gaps

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Grace Ueng: Why crossing things off feels so good, and how to make it work even better

Creditors to gain control of Wolfspeed under bankruptcy plan, company says

Donald Thompson: Retention isn't a manager problem, it's a leadership wake-up call

Guest column: AI and CareTech are transforming how we care for aging parents

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Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as layoffs remain low

Shell denies reports it is in talks to take over BP

Bumble says it will cut 240 jobs, or about 30% of its global workforce

Harris Teeter to close Raleigh store in July

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Best 5 books for toddler parents

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Top Amazon Deals: Kids Swim Goggles 2 pack only $8.49, Chuckit! Ultra Dog Fetch Stick only $5.27, Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush Set only $8

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