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North Carolina State University leaders told college deans, vice provosts and senior vice provosts on Friday that the university would implement an immediate "pause on all hiring activities" in response to uncertainty about the federal budget.

NC State hiring freeze: Faculty, staff positions on hold amid federal budget uncertainty

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NC State announces hiring freeze for faculty and staff positions

Help wanted at the DMV: NC posts job opening for commissioner to lead Division of Motor Vehicles

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296 charges against 5 teens in Durham car break-ins, 2 linked to highway patrol chase

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'Starved and tortured': Freed hostage Keith Siegel describes his captivity in Gaza

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Fort Bragg name returned to North Carolina Army base following Pentagon memo

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Riverside High School lockdown lifted after tip about student bringing weapon

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148 pounds of crystal meth seized: Beaufort County deputies find meth hidden in pavers

Beaufort County deputies and their K-9 Athos discovered 148 pounds of crystal methamphetamine hidden in 84 stone pavers during an inspection in Pantego.

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Three people were killed early Friday in a single-car crash in southern Wake County. 

Three people killed in single-car crash in Wake County

Two people killed in single-car crash near Willow Spring

Durham residents said they were concerned about the tactics used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents while they made arrests Thursday, which led to the detention of three men from India. 

Guns, masks and chains: Durham residents express concern over customs arrests in neighborhood

Video provided by Siembra NC shows an apparent ICE arrest Thursday in a Durham neighborhood.

After a chilly morning, Valentine's Day sees the return of sunshine. Unfortunately, rain returns for the weekend, and Sunday will be a WRAL Weather Alert Day.



Valentine's Day will be sunny and dry ahead of weekend rain and storms

Hour-by-hour forecast for Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

The new study is more evidence that the official U.S. tally of confirmed human bird flu infections -- 68 in the last year -- is likely a significant undercount, said Dr. Gregory Gray, an infectious disease researcher at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.

Some people didn't know they had a bird flu infection, study of veterinarians suggests

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North Carolina U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis secretly led an effort to persuade fellow Republicans to join him in opposing the nomination of Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth. His sudden turnabout came after pressure from President Donald Trump.

As Trump threatened a primary, Tillis -- a GOP holdout on Hegseth -- flipped

As Trump Threatened a Primary, a GOP Holdout on Hegseth Flipped

Discover the story behind Prime Barbecue in Knightdale, where pitmaster Christopher Prieto has turned his lifelong passion for barbecue into a celebrated culinary art and earned his first James Beard semifinalist nomination.

Prime Barbecue pitmaster Christopher Prieto has barbecue down to a science

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Dennis Draughon, Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: What's in a name? $7 million to 'Bragg' about

Over 100 community members gathered at the Wilson Public Library for a town hall meeting on immigration policy, organized by Seeds of Hope Wilson and AMEXCAN.

Wilson town hall brings 100+ together to ease anxieties over immigration policies, rights

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There are some lovely Valentine's Day offers this year for roses, floral bouquets, bonus gift card promotions, restaurant meals, retail deals and more! 

Valentine's Day deals 2025: Restaurants, flowers, gift card offers

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The Green Monkey, a beloved LGBTQ gift shop, is closing its downtown Raleigh store after 12 years. While some businesses cite concerns about downtown safety, others believe increased events and foot traffic are key to supporting local shops.


Green Monkey, Raleigh's longest-standing LGBTQ business, closing after 12 years

The Green Monkey, a beloved LGBTQ gift shop, is closing its downtown Raleigh store after 12 years. 

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Friday night on WRAL-TV, a Dateline episode unveils chilling details of the Susan Smith case and new insights into the shocking 1994 tragedy that stunned the nation.


Tonight on WRAL: Dateline episode revisits Susan Smith murder case from 30 years ago

Susan Smith faces parole board 30 years after drowning her children

Rising cocoa prices, driven by climate change, are reshaping Valentine's Day chocolates. Extreme heat and erratic rainfall in West Africa are reducing cocoa yields, leading to higher costs and recipe changes.

Why your Valentine's Day chocolate might cost more this year

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On Feb. 10, 2015, Deah Barakat, Yusor Abu-Salha and Razan Abu-Salha were shot and killed by their neighbor in what prosecutors called a hate crime against Muslims.

10 years ago, three Muslim students were murdered by their neighbor

Deah Barakat (left), Yusor Abu-Salha (middle) and Razan Abu-Salha (right)

North Carolina mandates 58 types of medical coverage that health insurance must pay for. Republican state senators are backing a bill to ensure that list will never grow larger, citing concerns over rising costs.

NC Senate looks to stop expanding health insurance mandates for millions, including state employees

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It was easy to spot fake weather photos/memes in 2014. Now, AI has made it more difficult.

AI in weather photos poses greater concern 11 years after Raleigh's 'Snowpocalypse'

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The Army is planning an official ceremony to change the name from Fort Liberty to Fort Bragg but has yet to announce when that will be held.

Fort Bragg renaming: Army planning for ceremony

148 pounds of meth seized in Beaufort County

Pet of the Day for Feb. 14, 2025

First-year teacher at Athens Drive High School honored with award

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'Return to the Lake': Jeff Hogan, NBC's Craig Melvin preview Dateline special airing Friday

Chocolate, jewelry more expensive this Valentine's Day 

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Luxury townhome development to open near Crabtree Valley Mall

Carolina Theatre of Durham receives $335K grant to enhance community arts programs

Durham man hospitalized after getting hit by car

Body of man recovered from pond during search for suspect, Durham authorities say

Can suspending a cage-free egg law solve the soaring price problem? Nevada takes a crack at it

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A look at Pope Francis' previous hospitalizations and health problems

A drone pierced the outer shell of Ukraine's Chernobyl nuclear plant. Radiation levels are normal

Southern California hit by destructive debris flows caused by heavy rains

Order to drop New York Mayor Adams' case roils Justice Department as high-ranking officials resign

Omakase by Kai has officially opened its doors in downtown Raleigh. Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the details in this week's foodie news.


Foodie News: New Japanese restaurant opens in downtown Raleigh

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

'Love Durham' campaign wants people to show their pride

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Romantic escapes in North Carolina for a weekend getaway

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6 NC chocolate shops to check out

Foodie News: Popular Louisiana chicken restaurant to open Raleigh location

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

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

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

Fact check: Did Trump's firing of aviation officials make the plane crash likelier? Doubtful, experts say

Fact check: Did JD Vance provide 'furnished apartments' for Helene victims?

Poll: Most in NC oppose shutting down US Department of Education

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After WRAL documentary 'Broken' exposes flaws in foster care system, NC lawmakers vow to make changes

NC lawmakers eye big changes to speed limits, DWI laws in newly filed bills

Meredith College poll shows North Carolinians divided on President Trump

Most North Carolinians support Stein, Lumbee recognition and legalizing pot, new poll shows

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Educators demand county bond to fill school facility gaps

Wake schools eyeing potential impacts of new tariffs on HVAC, construction costs

How Wake County schools plan to roll out digital panic button

Lizard Lick Elementary? Wake school board weighs future east Wake school names

State board warns of people posing as dentists, performing work in sheds, garages and homes

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Forever chemicals in sewage sludge: A growing contamination crisis

Her parents were injured in a Tesla crash. She ended up having to pay Tesla damages

Public records reveal Durham County district attorney comes to the office roughly half of work days 

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With tears flowing, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets another shot at the Daytona 500 as a team owner

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Longtime Wolfpack Club board member gives $5M to endow NC State athletic director post

Six Tar Heels invited to NFL Combine, but not UNC's All-American guard

Brooks makes late shot as N.C. State survives Miami's upset bid, 76-74

Kelly scores 20, No. 12 North Carolina women beat Virginia Tech 67-62

Meet this year's NCHSAA girls wrestling state qualifiers

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NCHSAA releases third draft of conferences for the 2025-29 realignment into 8A

No. 3 Lake Norman prepares for playoff push with win over No. 11 Bishop McGuinness

Every NCHSAA boys basketball playoff clinching scenario for this week

Lincolnton's L.J. Smith making the most of return from injury as his recruiting and record-scoring pace accelerate

The FBI warns it is getting an average of one report every day of what's known as financial "sextortion" - where criminals coax individuals into sharing explicit photos online, then threaten to disseminate the photos unless the sender pays them. 

'Happens in seconds:' FBI warns of rise in 'sextortion' targeting kids as young as seven

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Critics fear the bill will pit patients and advocacy groups against one another. Supporters say North Carolina's medical costs are already sky-high and this will prevent health insurance from becoming even more expensive.

NC Senate votes to limit coverage requirements for health insurance companies

The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners has seen a recent increase in unlicensed individuals posing as dental professionals, often advertising low-cost services on social media and performing procedures in unsanitary and unsafe locations.

State dental board warns of people posing as dentists

NC Senate votes to limit how many treatments health insurance companies can be required to cover

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According to a commission report, the changes in 2023 cost about $6.37 million. It is unclear how much it will cost to change the name back to Fort Bragg. WRAL News spoke to Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin on Tuesday, who said he anticipates the change back to Fort Bragg will cost a similar amount.

Back to Fort Bragg: Here's how much it could cost to rename Fort Liberty

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is proposing $1.07 billion for Hurricane Helene relief. State House leaders reviewed a proposal for half that amount on Tuesday.

 Helene relief: NC House lawmakers discuss details of $500 million plan

A file photo of Hurricane Helene damage in western North Carolina.

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Lillington driver billed for toll route she never took

Toll scam: Lillington driver billed for toll road she never drove on

Start with a plan: Meal prep can help you save money, eat healthy

Jeep owner fights for higher quality replacement parts after crash

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FBI warns of rise of 'sextortion' among youth

Keycard data reveals spotty attendance for Durham County DA

NC State students demand PCB testing on campus

NC State student government to vote on call for more PCB testing on campus

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TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores

Donald Thompson: How Lewis Hamiltonâs formula for success extends beyond the racetrack

Steve Rao: Wake County can lead the AI revolution

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RTI International layoffs hit NC due to US freeze on foreign aid

Visitors spending big at Wake County hotels, restaurants, Visit Raleigh says

US eggs prices hit a record high of $4.95 and are likely to keep climbing

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Find true love: SPCA of Wake County offers adoption special for Valentine's Day

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Happy Feet Planet offers family fun

US inflation heats up to 3% for first time since June

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