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Durham firefighters were battling a brush fire on Erwin Road Saturday afternoon. Trees damaged by the fire brought down power lines, leaving almost 300 customers without power, a Duke Energy spokesman said.

Brush fires pop up on windy, warm Saturday

Fire weather warning in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025

Winds blow in cold front; Sunday starts out below freezing

High temperature forecast for the weekend of March 1 and March 2, 2025

The Pentagon is sending about 3,000 more active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border

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Man dead from Durham shooting

Durham shooting on Ellis Road

5-year-old-girl killed in Henderson shooting by younger brother, grandmother says

Child accidentally shot by another child in Henderson

The Latest: Most European leaders back Zelenskyy as he joins crisis talks in London

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UNC handles Miami 92-73 for fifth-straight win

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Mackendy Darbouze is in the United States legally, having entered in July 2024, but U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers placed a detainer on him after he was accused of stabbing three people at a Fayetteville home on Feb. 21.


ICE investigating Fayetteville stabbing suspect

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On Wednesday, Hopewell Elementary School in Trinity was on a modified lockdown after Neal McMann, a man wanted in Davidson County, entered the building without permission.

Superintendent responds to wanted man entering NC elementary school 

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It's still five days out, but there is the potential for damaging thunderstorms in the Carolinas Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Potent storm system to bring potential for severe thunderstorms next Wednesday

Severe weather potential from Tuesday, March 4, 2025 to Wednesday, March 5, 2025

A North Carolina Department of Transportation spokesperson discussed Saturday's I-40 reopening with one lane in each direction near the North Carolina-Tennessee state line.

With 1 narrow lane, I-40 near NC-Tennessee line reopens Saturday

I-40 at Pigeon River in Gorge, North Carolina

Thousands of students in Wake County will spend a sunny Saturday in the classroom, making up for recent snow days.


Saturday a school day for some in Wake County

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Coming from Indiana nearly five years ago, WRAL anchor/reporter Julian Grace said he's always found a deep connection to Raleigh. During this Black History Month, he decided to learn more about his connections to one of Raleigh's oldest Black neighborhoods.

Julian Grace: Learning my family's connection to North Carolina's dark past

James Caldwell (left) and Julian Grace and his family (right)

Saturday, March 1, 2025 -- Federal dollars play a crucial role local public schools. In Wake County about 6% of the district's operating budget-- $141.2 million--comes from federal funds. If the funding disappears, students and families will suffer.

KEITH POSTON: Trump's education cuts could devastate local public schools. You should care

With Sweeping Executive Orders, Trump Tests Local Control of Schools

ROME (AP) â Pope Francis remained in stable condition Saturday a day after a respiratory crisis during his battle with double pneumonia, the Vatican said. He spent long periods of the day off the noninvasive mechanical ventilation he initially needed in a sign that his lung function was improving.

Pope Francis stable a day after respiratory crisis, spent 'long periods' off noninvasive ventilator

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Two men face human trafficking charges in connection to the Amber Alert issued on behalf of a 15-year-old Harnett County girl.

 'I was not planning on doing anything:' Harnett County men accused of human trafficking appear in court

Austyn Lee Cole (left) and Elihue Martin Mahler (right)

The Raleigh Police Department has a new leader with a familiar face. Rico Boyce was promoted Friday from deputy chief to chief of police. He has been on the force for 25 years.


Raleigh promotes from within: Rico Boyce named police chief

Raleigh Chief of Police Rico Boyce

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Electric vehicle buyers are facing hurdles as the IRS rejects tax returns claiming the expanded EV tax credit, due to dealerships failing to file a crucial "time of sale" report.

EV tax credit rejected, IRS explains what owners can do

EV tax credit changing to expand access

Discover how to celebrate Mardi Gras in the Triangle with a variety of events that bring the spirit of New Orleans to North Carolina.


How to celebrate Mardi Gras in the Triangle

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The blooming of the WRAL Azalea Garden has been a constant symbol of the return of spring.  

WRAL Azalea Gardens: Everything you need to know for your visit

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Vince Van Almen is part of the youth Wolfpack wrestling club.  He wrestles on the same practice mat as the NC State team.  Over the last couple of years the Wolfpack have made him a part of their brotherhood.  Vince is battling cancer, and the Wolfpack have made sure he isn't fighting alone.  

Strength of the Pack: NC State wrestling team forms bond with young wrestler battling cancer

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A specialized surgery at Duke Hospital saved the lives of three girls who now share an unbreakable bond.

'Groundbreaking' Duke heart transplant helps save 3 girls' lives

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The National Hurricane Center provides essential track and intensity forecasts, but how accurate are their predictions? We take a look back at how the 2024 season forecasting stacks up compared to previous years.

Each year, hurricane forecasts get better at predicting path and strength of storms

Tracking the Tropics

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Teams from Seaforth High School and Vance County Early College face off in 'Brain Game,' the smartest 30 minutes on TV.

Brain Game: Seaforth High School vs. Vance County Early College

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Severe weather possible on Wednesday

Severe weather potential on March 4, 2025

Woman in hospital from Raleigh shooting

Raleigh shooting on March 1, 2025

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School celebrates 'Bring Your Tractor to School Day' for FFA Week

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Linville Caverns back open to public months after Helene

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Statewide project aims to prevent human trafficking across NC

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1 dead, 1 hospitalized in Goldsboro shooting, police say

February warmth: Another sign of a shifting climate

Hose falls off fire truck, injures two in Chapel Hill

Judge blocks Trump order threatening funding for institutions that offer care for transgender youth

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Hamas reports no progress in talks with Israel on ceasefire's second phase

Trump's Oval Office thrashing of Zelenskyy shows limits of Western allies' ability to sway US leader

Gene Hackman and his wife tested negative for carbon monoxide, sheriff says

Trump expected to sign order designating English as the official language of the US

Bank of America Museums is providing cardholders with free admission to Marbles Kids Museum the first full weekend of each month.


Find out how to get free admission to Marbles Kids Museum

Marbles Kids Museum offers way to play at home

Oscar-nominated films overlook climate change, report finds

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Foodie News: The Bike Library coffee bar opening in Raleigh, Happy + Hale adds new location

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Newly restored Wheels Skating Park opens in Durham

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Businesses begin preparing for a March full of basketball throughout the Triangle

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Out & About

Fact check: Would SAVE Act disqualify voters who have changed their names?

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Fact check: Mace says people 'either have XX or XY chromosomes'

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

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

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

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Feb. 27

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What NC members of Congress are saying after Trump-Zelensky meeting

State GOP lawmakers hope to emulate DOGE in NC

NC lawmakers lob criticism at DMV boss, a day after he announces resignation

'Everyone's excited about DOGE': NC Republicans look to bring Musk-style review to state government

App State interim chancellor earns permanent role

Education

Duke University's undergraduate tuition, fees will surpass $92K for 2025-26 school year

NC Senate sets up votes for bills targeting Attorney General Jeff Jackson, immigration, cell phones in schools

How the Wake County Public School System plans to address budget concerns

Parents, teachers deliver letters urging Thom Tillis to keep U.S. Dep. of Education open

Fire department: Cary home fire likely due to hot tub linked to recalls

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Durham vet hospital tackles pet blood shortage with donations from staff pets

Wayne Goodwin's tenure: DMV wait times improve, but public dissatisfaction persists

As ODs strain medical examiners, one county opens autopsy center to hasten justice

Lubin leads UNC's balanced scoring in 92-73 win over Miami for Tar Heels' 5th straight victory

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Hubert Davis on the hiring of new GM Jim Tanner: 'It's a position the program wanted and I felt like it was needed'

Extra Effort: Ryan Mann sets the example on and off the mat

Belichick, UNC to be featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks,' report says

QB Matthew Stafford gets a restructured contract and agrees to stay with the Los Angeles Rams

Boys Basketball Playoffs: Takeaways from round 2; The best matchups in round 3

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NCHSAA Board of Directors to meet about realignment on Monday

(12) Lincolnton topples (5) Maiden in 2A boys basketball playoffs

Third quarter run helps (13) Rolesville girls earn marquee road win at (4) Southeast Raleigh

(3) Sanderson punches third round ticket with win over (19) Millbrook

The Wake County Sheriff's Office announced late Thursday that Alder Alfonso Marin-Sotelo was extradited from Mexico to the U.S., where he will face a murder trial.

Wake County deputy's accused killer extradited back to US

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A bill to crack down on undocumented immigrants in North Carolina passed its first vote Wednesday in a key state Senate committee.  

NC Senate leaders advance immigration crackdown bill

A new North Carolina bill would require all state agencies and state funded programs to check the immigration status of everyone they serve - and refuse to serve anyone who can't prove they're in the country legally, except services protected by federal law like schools and emergency rooms.

Investigations of overdose deaths lead to more autopsy requests, straining the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. But Union County has a unique solution.

Union County opens autopsy center to help address medical examiner backlog

On Tuesday, state lawmakers discussed adopting a more consistent, effective policy statewide for the next school year.

Proposal to ban cell phones in NC classes passes first key vote

School leaders are also bracing for federal funding cuts, but they're not sure what those could be.

Wake school board, commissioners discuss millions in new budget needs

On Tuesday, the Wake County school board and county commissioners discussed upcoming funding challenges for the school system..

A key North Carolina PFAS pollution meeting was abruptly canceled with no explanation. State leaders have not said why or when it will be rescheduled, raising concerns over regulatory delays.

NC regulators abruptly cancel PFAS pollution meeting without explanation

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Crash tests reveal concerns with two infant car seats

Restaurant Ratings: La Buena Vida, David's Dumpling

Child car seat crash results 'concerning,' Consumer Reports says

The CFPB drops its enforcement lawsuits against Capital One, Rocket Homes and more

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Durham County years behind in fire inspections of large employers

Durham County delays: Large employers haven't had fire inspections in years

How effective is remote learning?

Snow days or remote learning? Parents see benefits, shortcomings of both

Investigations

Political, business leaders see bright days ahead for NC tech

David Gardner: Investing in AI large vs. small language model based startups

From Classroom to Career: how NCCUâs BRITE program transformed one studentâs path

Cosette Pharmaceuticals to acquire Mayne Pharma for $430M

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Katy Perry and Gayle King will join Jeff Bezos' fiancee Lauren Sanchez on Blue Origin spaceflight

Number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rises to 242,000, highest level in 3 months

Texas lottery drawings that paid out big jackpots are the focus of widening investigations

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