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The Chatham County Sheriff's Office is warning people to stay off Jordan Lake after four people drowned in the county this month.

'Stay off Jordan Lake': Warning comes after 4 drownings in Chatham County in July

COFFEE, WRAL, NEWS LIVE IN DURHAM. >> THE CHATHAM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE IS INVESTIGATING A DROWNING AT HARRIS LAKE. IT IS THE 4TH DROWNING IN THE COUNTY SAYS CHANTAL BROUGHT TORRENTIAL RAIN TO THE AREA LAST WEEK. DEPUTIES WERE CALLED OUT TO THE LAKE JUST BEFORE 5.30, YESTERDAY AFTERNOON. THE MAN WAS BROUGHT TO SHORE BY FRIENDS WHO TRIED CPR BEFORE EMERGENCY CREWS GOT THERE AND HE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD AT THE SCENE. DEPUTIES SAY HE WAS FISHING WITH HIS FRIENDS BEFORE GETTING INTO THE WATER WHERE HE STARTED TO STRUGGLE. WRAL PREVIOUSLY REPORTED ON 3 DROWNING DEATHS AT JORDAN LAKE

Drowning at Harris Lake marks Chatham County's fourth since Chantal

Drowning reported at Harris Lake in Chatham County

Jordan Lake in Chatham County

Gov. Stein declares State of Emergency for central NC, will survey Chapel Hill damage on Friday

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WRAL Weather Alert Day: Heat advisory launched for Friday

Temperatures on July 17, 2025

Teen found safe highlights TikTok's role in boosting Amber Alert visibility in NC

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Plane that killed Sanford family had electrical problems after takeoff, preliminary report says

Fatal plane crash in Lee County

Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency following leg swelling

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'Good Trouble' rally in downtown Raleigh to focus on voting rights

The North Carolina Democratic Party is holding a "Good Trouble Rally and Protest" on Thursday evening in downtown Raleigh.

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Two men, Daniel Williams and Cory Johnson, have been arrested and face multiple charges following a series of car break-ins in Wilson early Thursday morning.


Wilson police arrest two men for series of early morning car break-ins on Country Club Drive

Cory Johnson (left) and Daniel Williams (right) were arrested Thursday and charged with multiple car break-ins.

The North Carolina State Board of Elections is seeking to resolve a lawsuit from the Trump administration, based on claims similar to those made by Jefferson Griffin, a Republican who tried overturning 2024 election results.

Voter registration problems: NC elections officials to start contacting people with missing info

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At least 31 vehicles were broken into on Sunday during religious services at several Raleigh churches. Raleigh police are giving churchgoers tips on how to ward off potential thieves.

RPD: Pick-up trucks targeted in string of vehicle break-ins at churches

Car break-ins at churches

In June, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services approved the $38 million outpatient facility, which plans to include an emergency department, X-ray and lab services, a pharmacy and 12 treatment rooms.


$38 million WakeMed emergency department approved for Fuquay-Varina

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A Greenville man is behind bars in Virginia on charges that he tried to abduct a girl from the Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg.


Greenville man arrested in connection with attempted kidnapping at Great Wolf Lodge in Virginia

Travis Bright of Greenville

Recent storms and extreme heat in North Carolina have triggered a surge in pests including mosquitoes and lawn-killing worms.

After heavy rain and heat, North Carolina sees a bug boom

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The North Carolina Department of Transportation reported several driver license offices were without internet in central North Carolina on Thursday morning.


Internet restored at 'several' NCDMV driver license offices after AT&T outage

DMV long wait lines, DMV Avent Ferry in Raleigh

A fuel injector issue has resulted in a recall of nearly 700,000 Ford vehicles.



Ford recalls 700,000 vehicles for fire risk, fuel injector leak

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has discontinued its specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth, eliminating the "Press 3" option, following the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' decision to cut federal funding for these services.


North Carolina commits to LGBTQ+ mental health support as 988 line ends specialized services

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Wake County has appointed The Bryant Center to operate its low-barrier homeless shelter at Second Street Place in Raleigh.


Wake County's first low-barrier shelter to be operated by Bryant Center, renovations begin soon

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We're in the middle of a sweltering summer in central North Carolina. Here are some places to cool off.


Stay safe in summer heat: Cooling stations offer relief from sweltering temps

Summer heat

Parents may think snack bars sold for kids are more nutritious than cookies, but are they really? Consumer Reports chewed on those claims to reveal the truth about kids' snack bars.


5 On Your Side: Which kids snack bars are actually healthy choices

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WRAL Investigates has reported for years on the risks firefighters face from cancer on the job, including from cancer-causing forever chemicals found in their own suits, and on the steps lawmakers have taken to increase support for firefighters facing job related cancers.

Timeline: WRAL investigates cancer killing firefighters, how to reduce the risk

Firefighter battling cancer

This weekend is filled with events including comedian Nate Bargatze and a food truck fair at Durham Central Park.


Weekend best bets:  Nate Bargatze, outdoor movies and food trucks in Durham

Nate Bargatze Wants Your Family to Stop Fighting for an Hour. Maybe Two.

GalaxyCon is returning July 24-27 to the Raleigh Convention Center. During the event, WRAL and the pop culture convention will partner for the convention's first free outdoor street festival on Fayetteville Street.


GalaxyCon, WRAL team up for inaugural two-day Street Fest

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Officials have confirmed that there have been multiple Portuguese Man O' War stings at Emerald Isle.


Emerald Isle: 'Quite a few' people stung by Portuguese Man O' War

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A tropical system is threatening millions of people across the Southeast with heavy rains and flash flooding.

Millions along the Gulf Coast brace for severe flooding as tropical system approaches

Tropical storm threatens Gulf

Summer storms fuel West Nile threat 

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New solar-powered vehicles in California close to beginning production

'Most common accidents': How to keep yourself safe while grilling this summer

Grill, grilling safety

California parents arrested for 'neglecting' 21 children all born by surrogacy, police say

California parents arrested for neglecting 21 kids born by surrogacy

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$26.5M in repairs: Where Chapel Hill businesses hit hard by flooding can get help Thursday

Wet July: Storms leave behind damage in Sanford as residents grow concerned over torrential month

Hillsborough town leaders discuss costly Chantal recovery during special meeting Wednesday

Chapel Hill faces $26.5M repairs after Chantal devastates local properties

Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

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Britain will lower its voting age to 16 in a bid to strengthen democracy

Retail sales jumped more than expected last month

Israeli strike hits Gaza church, killing 3 and wounding priest who was close to Pope Francis

Justice Department fires Maurene Comey, prosecutor on Epstein case and daughter of ex-FBI director

Here's a list of the best free family activities in the Triangle and nearby.
 

27 best free family activities in the Triangle: Art to outdoors, concerts to spraygrounds, music to movies

These three popular rings were one of the first site-specific art installations at the North Carolina Museum of Art

Dix Park sunflowers in full bloom. Here's what you need to know

Dorothea Dix Park - Sunflowers in Bloom

NC Zoo raises admission prices

A look at the animals at the NC Zoo 

These French fry places in NC take potatoes to a new level

Buena Papa Fry Bar

Out & About

Epstein files: A timeline of what the Trump administration has said about releasing a list

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Fact check: Jeffries says tax breaks are permanent for billionaires, temporary for everyone else

Fact-checking rumor about 'Coffee with Roy Cooper' event in Winston-Salem

Fact check: North Carolina got a $22M grant to expand internet access. Trump said the program is 'based on race'

Fact-checking Elizabeth Warren on Meta's tax break in 'Big Beautiful Bill'

NC construction sector joins national call for more immigrant labor

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Stein won't appeal loss in legislative 'power grab' lawsuit over NC Highway Patrol

Federal immigration crackdown could slow Triangle construction, builders warn

NC sues FEMA after agency cut $200 million for infrastructure ravaged by recent flooding

Economic uncertainty, tariffs cause ripple effects in NC economy

Wake County school leaders discuss possible federal funding cuts

Education

Wake Schools chief: District can cover paused federal programs for 3 months, plans changes

NC AG & state superintendent discuss legal action to protect federal education funds in North Carolina

State schools chief, AG file lawsuit over misisng federal education cuts

North Carolina, other states sue over Trump education funding cuts

'New economic reality': NC consumers face tariff-driven inflation

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Facing 100+ charges, man police linked to Triangle vehicle theft ring appears in court

5 On Your Side catches grocery stores charging full price for sale items

North Carolina foster care: Broken but changing

Dog fight, pets dying, staff high on drugs: WRAL Investigates violations at pet boarding facilities

Panthers Playbook: Carolina starts training camp with one major concern

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Key dates for 2025-26 Carolina Hurricanes' schedule

Could soccer ever become 'football' in the US?

Phil Mickelson and Lee Westwood lead surprising days of the 'older gentlemen' at British Open

Tennessee embraces QB battle as Florida, Mississippi State seek new heights

Christ School boys basketball to play in EYBL scholastic league, will forgo NCISAA playoffs for two seasons

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2025 HighSchoolOT Jamboree to feature 10 teams, huge rematches

Faizon Brandon remains 247Sports' top 2026 football prospect; several rise in new update

13 North Carolina prospects make initial Rivals300 for 2027

HSOT Press Box: Breaking down June basketball, MLB Draft, and summer football commitments

U.S. inflation reached its highest level since February in June, with consumer prices rising 2.7% from a year earlier, in part because of new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

Pace of inflation grew in June to 2.7% overall

The EPA quietly paused funding for a project monitoring PFAs near a Fayetteville chemical plant. The UNC-Chapel Hill sanctioned grant is back.

Project tracking forever chemicals near Fayetteville plant gets more funding

Researchers conduct studies near Chemours plant

A federally funded project aimed at tracking toxic PFAS "forever chemicals" in the air near a North Carolina chemical plant remains active after a temporary funding pause.

Research funding whiplash: EPA restores funding for study tracking forever chemicals in NC air

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about Gov. Josh Stein not wearing ties and a woman getting bit by a snake. 

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about Gov. Stein not wearing ties, snake bites

Democrat James Gailliard, a Rocky Mount pastor and former state lawmaker, hopes to win the seat held by state Sen. Lisa Stone Barnes, a Nash County Republican from a prominent farming family.

Triangle-area districts will be top focus in 2026 midterms

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Should you buy a new phone or new battery? 

5 On Your Side: Safety products to be wary of when buying secondhand or from third parties

5 On Your Side: June Consumer Price Index Report shows uptick in inflation

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Woman claims Durham Housing Authority incorrectly sent her $6K bill

Durham Housing Authority resident was told she owes more than $6K in rent. She says it's a mistake.

Police link man to high-dollar vehicle theft ring across the Triangle area

North Carolina records show troubling violations at pet boarding facilities

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CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NC's economic growth

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

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

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Trump takes credit for sweet change to Coca-Cola

PepsiCo overcomes lagging US sales in a strong second quarter

Raleigh's Liberation Station bookstore to reopen in Montague Plaza on Juneteenth 2026

What will happen to PBS and NPR stations if the Senate votes to claw back funding?

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Sunflowers are blooming at Dix Park

Kids Exchange consignment sale returns to NC State Fairgrounds

Go Ask Dad: Rubber ducks and other beautiful nothings

Explore the best neighborhoods in Raleigh for families

JCPenney Doorbusters Sale: $3.99 Tees, $3.99 Towels, $2.99 Flip flops, $9.99 Sandals, shorts & sheets 

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Top Amazon deals: Bostitch Electric Pencil Sharpener only $10.61 (47% off), Farberware Cutting Board only $5.13, Closet Storage Bags 6 pk only $13.97 w/code

National Ice Cream Day 2025: Get the scoop on where to find tasty deals

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