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A court hearing Friday will kick off the newest phase of Republican Jefferson Griffin's lawsuit seeking to tilt in his favor the outcome of the 2024 race for the NC Supreme Court.

60,000 ballots challenged: Newest phase of legal fight to toss ballots in NC Supreme Court race kicks off Friday

THEY SAY THEY DO NOT BELIEVE THE DRIVER WAS IMPAIRED. >> TODAY, THE EFFORT TO RESOLVE THE STILL UNDECIDED STATES SUPREME COURT ELECTION IS MOVING FORWARD. WRAL'S KELSEY COFFEY JOINS US LIVE FROM WAKE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT THIS MORNING AND COUNTY ATTORNEYS FOR BOTH SIDES WILL BE MAKING THEIR CASE TODAY. >> YES, MICHELLE, TODAY, WE COULD BE ONE STEP CLOSER TO FINDING OUT WHO WILL TAKE THAT SEAT ON THE STATE SUPREME COURT. WE FIRST TOLD YOU ABOUT THIS CASE BEING IN FEDERAL COURT LATE LAST MONTH. AND THIS MORNING A TRIAL WILL START IN STATE COURT. REPUBLICAN JEFFERSON GRIFFIN IS CHALLENGING THE NOVEMBER ELECTION RESULTS. THIS AFTER HE LOST THE RACE BY 734 VOTES AGAINST DEMOCRATIC INCUMBENT JUSTICE ALLISON RIGGS THAT RESULT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED THROUGH MULTIPLE RECOUNTS. HOWEVER, GRIFFIN CLAIMS THE STATE SHOULD HAVE NEVER COUNTED MORE THAN 60,000 BALLOTS. HE'S REQUESTING TO THROW THEM OUT. MOST OF THOSE BALLOTS ARE FROM PEOPLE WHO VOTED BY MAIL DID EARLY VOTING OR VOTING WHILE OVERSEAS. >> WRAL, STATE GOVERNMENT REPORTER WILL DOOR AND SAYS THERE ARE A FEW OPTIONS IF THIS ISN'T HANDLED IN FEDERAL COURT. THE CASE COULD GO TO THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS AGAIN OR IT COULD GO THROUGH THE STATE COURTS OF APPEAL PROCESS OR EVEN IN DEATH BACK IN FEDERAL COURT. SO IF YOU ARE CONCERNED THAT YOUR VOTE IS ONE OF THE ONES THAT'S BEING CHALLENGED, YOU CAN GO TO OUR WEBSITE, WRAL DOT COM. THERE YOU CAN FIND OUT INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO TRACK DOWN THAT DATA AND SOME OPTIONS FOR WHAT YOU CAN DO NEXT.

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Newest phase of legal fight to toss ballots in NC Supreme Court race kicks off Friday

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Raleigh man charged with stalking, accused of placing electronic tracking devices

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'Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina': Failures, child deaths & how to fix NC's foster system

The latest WRAL documentary, "Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina," premieres at 7:30 p.m. ET Thursday.

Motorcyclist dead from crashing into car in Durham

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Search underway along Alaska's western coast for plane carrying 10 people

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Patchy fog before spring-like weather comes on Friday

A mix of weekend weather between Friday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 9

One injured in car-motorcycle wreck on Falls of Neuse Road

Motorcycle crash on Falls of Neuse Road in Raleigh

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(CNN) â The US economy kicked off 2025 by adding 143,000 jobs in January, fewer than expected; but the unemployment rate dipped to 4%, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The US economy added 143,000 jobs to start 2025

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The Wake County Animal Center has temporarily shut its doors to curb a canine illness outbreak after Streptococcus zooepidemicus claimed the lives of three dogs.


Wake County Animal Center temporarily closes due to canine illness

Wake County Animal Center 

Two sisters accused of stealing from a family they worked for are facing felony charges, according to Cary police.


Sisters charged with stealing from Cary couple worked as nannies, police say

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Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 -- The president's opponents, whoever they are, cannot expect a return to the Constitution as it was.

JAMELLE BOUIE: There is no going back

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Xavier is a 5-year-old Beagle and currently ranked the No. 1 beagle in the country!

NC dog is top beagle in the country and competing in Westminster Dog Show

NC beagle in Westminster Dog Show

The move is a response to an executive order issued by President Donald Trump that seeks to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion instruction from public schools.

UNC System cuts diversity-course requirement for graduation

Why did UNC System repeal its DEI policy?

Donnell Depriest Hinton was found dead in Goldsboro on Thursday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances around his death.

Man found dead in Goldsboro

Goldsboro death investigation

A new report reveals a severe housing shortage in North Carolina, with Wake County projected to be 110,000 homes short of demand by 2029. It could drive up house prices as demand is greater than the supply.

Wake County faces massive housing shortage, report finds

A file photo of Wake County homes.

WASHINGTON (AP) â The Senate confirmed Russell Vought as White House budget director on Thursday night, putting an official who has planned the zealous expansion of President Donald Trump's power into one of the most influential positions in the federal government.

Senate confirms Project 2025 architect Russell Vought to lead powerful White House budget office

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Egg prices are soaring, but North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler on Thursday warned they likely won't come down anytime soon.


Egg prices won't come down soon, NC agriculture commissioner warns

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A 911 call in Fayetteville led to the discovery that two adopted children, Blake and London Deven, had been missing for years. The subsequent investigation revealed systemic failures in North Carolina's foster and adoption systems.

'Broken: Foster Care in North Carolina' â A WRAL Documentary

Where are the best places to watch big games in Raleigh? Here are 10 sports bars in and around Raleigh that are ALMOST as good at being at the game.

Best Raleigh area sports bars to watch big games

Raleigh-area sports bars

You may hear about a large asteroid headed toward Earth. Don't panic.

An asteroid is coming, but the odds are in your favor

News and Notes About Science

As western North Carolina fights to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, the need for aid is more urgent now than ever. Here's how you can help. 

Winter has shifted the needs of those in WNC after Helene. Here's how you can help

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The proposal comes after North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson, a Democrat elected to the office in November, challenged executive orders by President Donald Trump that aim to freeze federal funding and end birthright citizenship.

North Carolina Republicans seek to block Democratic AG from challenging Trump's executive orders

Jeff Jackson wins Attorney General role

Rising energy bills are raising questions for some Duke Energy customers.

Duke Energy customers shocked by spiking bills despite promised rate reductions

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Litchford Road is blocked at Coxindale Drive after a car brought down a power pole.

Car topples power pole, Litchford Road closed in Raleigh

Crash involving abandoned car on US 70 closes lanes near Wilson's Mills

Crash on US 70

UNC System cuts diversity-course graduation requirement

Bird flu detected in cat in California

Bird flu detected in cat

I-440 lines need repainting to help with visibility

Raleigh man accused of placing electronic tracking devices

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Raleigh traffic shift: 2-year passenger rail project to change traffic patterns

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Fayetteville man wanted for questioning in fire investigation

One killed in Harnett County crash

Weekend best bets: American Aquarium, Jim Gaffigan

How to protect yourself from sports betting scams

Judge in Boston to consider latest bid to block Trump's birthright citizenship order

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Iran supreme leader criticizes proposed nuclear talks with US, upending push to negotiation

One of the victims of Sweden's deadliest mass shooting called his fiancee to say he loved her

NCAA, Following Trumpâs Order, Excludes Transgender Athletes From Womenâs Sports

Climate censorship? Scientists react to federal website purges

H&H Bagels, renowned for its authentic New York City-style bagels, is expanding into the Triangle area with five new locations. 

Iconic New York City bagel spot opening five new locations in the Triangle 

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Super Bowl 2025: Everything you need to know for the big game

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Raleigh's tallest rooftop bar opens its doors

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Valentine's Day fun ideas for families

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80+ events to enjoy in NC this February

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Discover the best restaurants in downtown Durham

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Out & About

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

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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?

Fact check: Trump says Biden kicked 2,000 Helene victims out of temporary housing

Fact check: RFK Jr. claims he 'never said' past statements during Senate confirmation

State Health Plan board set to approve sliding scale for premiums

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Former NC Gov. Roy Cooper to teach at Harvard University

No new private school vouchers, State Board of Education asks lawmakers

NC lawmakers propose smaller Helene recovery bill

New GOP bill would slash early voting in NC, ban Sunday voting

'You guys are losers:' Comment about DEI get backlash for Wake school board member

Education

North Carolina AG will investigate PowerSchool breach; Wak that exposed teacher, student data

NC educators request cap on private school vouchers

Johnston County Schools names replacement for former board member, police officer sentenced to prison

MARY ANN WOLF: New legislative session brings opportunity for public education

NC State students demand PCB testing on campus

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How to vet home contractors

Federal lawsuit targets North Carolina's 'broken' foster care system for urgent reforms

FAQ: Economist Mike Walden breaks down Trump's tariffs & how they could impact North Carolina

Here's what to know about Trump's tariffs

Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of Fame

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Gustavsson makes 38 saves and Wild hang on to earn 2-1 win over Hurricanes

Toby Fournier scores 20 to lead No. 10 Duke over Clemson 74-55

The trade deadline in the NBA has come and gone. Time for the dust to settle

How Josh Allen beat out Lamar Jackson for AP NFL MVP

Highlights: Piedmont boys basketball holds off Anson

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Cardinal Gibbons wins first 4A boys swimming state title

Myers Park wins fourth straight girls swimming state title

Robbinsville promotes Lucas Ford to head football coach

NCHSAA Hall of Fame announces Class of 2025

A group of NC State students is pushing for expanded PCB testing across university buildings.

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

A new bill in the North Carolina Senate would require consequences for students who don't follow the rules -- the latest attempt to crack down on cellphone use in schools.

NC lawmakers want school boards to restrict cellphones during class

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State lawmakers will meet again Wednesday to debate spending an additional $500 million on Helene relief for western North Carolina. Republican legislative leaders made the announcement Tuesday, a day after Democratic Gov. Josh Stein called for more than $1 billion in "immediate" Helene relief aid from the state government.

State lawmakers meet to debate how to spend an additional $500 million on Helene relief funding for western NC

Republican legislative leaders in the state House proposed spending $500 million on Helene aid relief but have not yet detailed how that money might be focused.

$500M in Helene aid debated by NC lawmakers. How it compares to Stein's $1.1B proposal

Flooding from Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about states offering disabled veterans to waive their property taxes.

In Depth with Dan: Explaining property tax exemptions for NC veterans

North Carolina's children spend years in the foster care system, many bouncing from home to home to home. Lawyers want the court system to force the state to overhaul the system to better care for already-traumatized children.

Lawsuit calls for changes to NC's foster care system

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Tips to stay safe when sports betting online

Patients using diabetes apps can miss critical alerts. Here's how to make sure you're getting them

Tips to vet home contractors

Without license, pet boarding is illegal in NC

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Airspace safety: What FAA data reveals about close calls at RDU

Shrinking number of air traffic controllers comes into focus after DC crash

Following deaths, North Carolina families demand stricter dental anesthesia laws

Push for more protections at the dentist's office comes after 2 NC patients die

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Tom Snyder highlights data, uncertainty in 2025's State of the Region

Guest column: Startup uses AI tech to fight Americaâs health insurance bureaucracy

Mike Walden: What is the status of manufacturing in North Carolina?

Donald Thompson: CEOs, your job just got harder

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Amazon reports strong earnings for Q4, but stocks dip due to outlook for the first quarter

EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers but can't do it in its home state

OpenAI looks across US for sites to build its Trump-backed Stargate AI data centers

NC-based Honeywell, one of the few remaining US industrial conglomerates, will split into three companies

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