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The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) continues to make changes to improve customer experience and wait time, Gov. Josh Stein said on Monday.

DMV works to shorten lines with more staff, changes for teen drivers and expanded online renewal

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NC redistricting: Map to protect GOP power in US House advances as protesters allege racism

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Man linked to 2021 Fayetteville murder arrested in New York

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No fees for applying to NC college this week. Here's how students can take advantage

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WRAL's 5 On Your Side helps a woman in a phone bill battle, her advice that could save you the headache 

NC lawmakers send new school cellphone bill to Stein. Here's what it would do

Cool breezes bring another dose of authentic autumnal weather Monday

Hour by hour State Fair forecast for Monday

Driver charged with DWI in I-440 crash that injured Raleigh officer

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Raleigh police are investigating a mid-Monday morning robbery at PNC Bank.



Robbery at PNC Bank in Raleigh under investigation

The Carolina Panthers say quarterback Bryce Young's status is "day-to-day" after he suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's win against the New York Jets.



Panthers coach says Bryce Young is 'day-to-day' with ankle injury

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A problem at Amazon's cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world early Monday, taking down dozens of online services, including social media site Snapchat, the Roblox and Fortnite video games and chat app Signal.

Amazon cloud computing outage disrupts Snapchat, Ring and many other online services

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A Raleigh man charged with assault is accused of elbowing and punching a Raleigh police officer and other individuals, knocking one unconscious, and resisting arrest. 



Man charged with punching Raleigh officer in the neck during arrest

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BLADENSBURG, Md. (AP) -- A hit-and-run driver slammed into an outdoor birthday party in suburban Washington, D.C., killing a woman and injuring eight kids on Saturday evening, police said.

Hit-and-run driver crashes into a birthday party, killing a woman and injuring 8 kids in Maryland

Hit-and-run driver crashes into a birthday party

Sen. Norman Sanderson, 74, of Pamlico County, was arrested Saturday near the intersection of Edwards Mill Road and Trinity Road in Raleigh and charged with DWI, records show.


'Regrettable mistake': NC senator charged with DWI in Raleigh had .16 BAC level

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Supreme Court said on Monday that it will consider whether people who regularly smoke marijuana can legally own guns, the latest firearm case to come before the court since its 2022 decision expanding gun rights.

Supreme Court will consider whether people who regularly smoke pot can legally own guns

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A Cleveland High School football player is recovering after suffering a medical emergency during the second half of the Rams' win at Southeast Raleigh on Friday night.

Dad talks helping save son on field after cardiac arrest during Cleveland High School game

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Springfield Middle School in Lucama is set to fully reopen on Monday, Oct. 20, a year after a powerful EF3 tornado caused major damage.

'A really big day': Springfield Middle School fully reopens a year after devastating EF3 tornado

Drone 5 flew over Springfield Middle School on Aug. 9, 2024, a day after an EF3 tornado ravaged the area.

(CNN) -- The US Secret Service found a "suspicious" hunting stand within sight of the Air Force One landing zone ahead of the president's arrival in Florida over the weekend, FBI Director Kash Patel said, adding no one was at the stand.

Secret Service finds 'suspicious' hunting stand near Air Force One landing zone in Florida

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Kelly Riner and her parents have been going to the NC State Fair for 40 years. While they still enjoy going, their visits have changed since her father was diagnosed with  Parkinson's Disease.

Accessibility tips for families headed to the NC State Fair

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Oak City Comedy Festival returns to Raleigh with sold out shows and amplifying under-represented voices in comedy. 

 Oak City Comedy Festival brings diverse stand-up acts back to Raleigh 

Comedians at Oak City Comedy Festival

Read on for North Carolina State Fair tips for parents, especially those bringing young children.



2025 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children

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North Carolina and first-year head coach Bill Belichick are 0-3 against Power 4 conference teams and haven't been competitive in any of the games.

Belichick says UNC is making progress. Struggling Tar Heels have chance to show it Friday.

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From the deep-fried fair food to the new attractions and rides, WRAL has all the information you need to know about the North Carolina State Fair.


North Carolina State Fair Guide 2025

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North Carolina could soon be the next state to require companies to share what they're doing with your data.

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

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Police are investigating after a driver crashed into a children's birthday party held outdoors in a neighborhood in Bladensburg, Maryland outside Washington D-C. The crash killed 1 person and injured more than a dozen others.


Car plows into child's birthday party, injuring 8 kids

Tonight at 6: 5 On Your Side solves cell phone bill battle

5 On Your Side solves cell phone bill battle

NC lawmakers to debate new congressional map that could boost GOP control

Funeral home sued after presenting wrong body

Man humiliated by flight attendant over hearing aids

Major web outage reportedly affecting air travel

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Fort Bragg's Dark Secrets: Seth Harp's book unveils murders and cartel ties in Fayetteville

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Passenger killed in Johnston County crash, driver runs away

Woman killed, sister injured in crash on I-40 in Durham

Three people arrested after shots fired at short-term rental home in northeast Raleigh

22-year-old charged with multiple offenses after aggressive driving on US 64

Trump suggests US will buy Argentine beef to bring down prices for American consumers

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US envoys visit Israel to bolster truce, and Gaza militants hand over a hostage's remains

Trump says he's doubtful Ukraine can win the war with Russia as he prepares for Putin meeting

Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies

A cargo aircraft skids off a Hong Kong runway into the sea, killing 2 airport workers

This weekend is filled with Halloween fun, plus the State Fair.

Weekend best bets: NC State Fair, Tate McRae, Halloween events

Live camera: NC State Fair on Saturday, Oct. 18 2025

On a budget? Save money at the NC State Fair this year

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Triangle's cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community make the perfect blend

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Our favorite NC State Fair food: 10 dishes to try

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Funnel cakes and belly aches: How to survive fair food season

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Fact check: How many US residency spots are held by immigrants with H-1B visas?

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Fact check: Trump says small children get 80 different vaccines

Fact check: Do doctors recommend '80 different vaccines' for small children?

Fact check: Could Affordable Care Act health premiums rise 75% by next month?

Republican lawmakers seek bigger advantage under new congressional maps

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What to know about NC Republicans' effort to flip a U.S. House seat through redistricting

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Oct. 16

GOP plan to redraw NC congressional districts brings opposition from Democrats

Former U.S. representative shares why he's opposed to GOP's plan to redraw NC's congressional maps

New Data: College remains a good investment for most amid rising costs

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College remains a good investment for most in NC amid rising costs, new study shows

More layoffs proposed at the U.S. Department of Education. How could they affect NC schools?

NC schools to feel impacts of U.S. Department of Education cuts

Educators turn to state after feds cut 'Farm to School' program

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Moms who overcame addiction helping others through growing statewide network

Man says he lost $200K to executives at center of WRAL investigation

Privatize NC's liquor sales? Leader of DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost

North Carolina child fatality group links social media algorithms, AI chat bots to suicide risks

Panthers beat Jets 13-6 for third straight win, but Bryce Young leaves with injured ankle

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Former NC State wrestler Trent Hidlay, puts the Wolfpack on the world's stage

Briscoe gives Joe Gibbs Racing 2nd spot in NASCAR's championship finale with OT win at Talladega

Guerrero hits 6th postseason homer and Blue Jays beat Mariners 6-2 to force Game 7 of ALCS

Seth Jarvis scores again to lift Canes to 5-0 start

NC Football Top 25: Huge shakeups to the statewide ranking

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Volleyball Top 25: One new team enters statewide poll at end of regular season

HighSchoolOT's 2025 area code Top 15 rankings for football

HighSchoolOT's 2025 area code Top 15 rankings for volleyball

HSOT Press Box: New NCHSAA seeding rules and state championship venues

Ham and hot dogs with no date markings and soda nozzles with black residue. WRAL's 5 On Your Side shows where those violations were uncovered. 

Restaurant Ratings: BB's Crispy Chicken, Sheeba Restaurant and Taco Bamba Ridgewood

Free phones? WRAL News looks at the deals some carriers are offering when it comes to getting your hands on the new iPhone 17 and how to make sure it's not too good to be true, so you don't waste your money. 

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Republican North Carolina lawmakers released newly proposed congressional districts Thursday -- a move that seeks to protect or expand the GOP's control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

NC Republican lawmakers release proposed congressional district map

Republicans release plan to redraw NC congressional map

NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

The grants were intended to create jobs, lower energy bills and help the environment. The Trump administration said it was a waste of money.

NC Attorney General sues EPA over canceled solar grants

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Your data privacy could be at risk if you sign up for retail loyalty programs

High levels of lead found in popular protein powders, new report finds

5 On Your Side: High levels of lead found in some protein powders

5 On Your Side: Some protein powders and shakes contain high levels of lead

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Man's complaints about Durham road haven't led to action at city level

'It's a racetrack': Dangerous Durham road bothered man for years before deadly hit-and-run

Deadly hit-and-run suspect was in country illegally, ICE says

Man charged in deadly Durham hit-and-run was in country illegally

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Grace Ueng: Here's what high-definition leadership looks like

Donald Thompson: Brianna Pinto aims to transform lives through soccer

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Wall Street rises to finish its best week in 2 months after bank stocks stabilize

Gold prices topped $4,300 this week. What's driving the surge?

FAA allows Boeing to increase 737 Max production nearly two years after door plug flew off plane

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Food, ride inspections underway at NC State Fair

Food and ride inspections begin at NC State Fair, which opens Thursday

Be wary of Halloween candy that look like weed edibles

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