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Storms are quickly moving across the area as the National Weather Service issues more severe thunderstorms and tornado watches for counties across the viewing area. 


WRAL Weather Alert Day: Severe thunderstorm watch, tornado watch, Level 3 risk in effect for Triangle

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Level 3 risk of 5 for severe weather Friday, May 30, 2025

'He might be hit': Raleigh police release bodycam video of officer getting shot in line of duty

The Raleigh Police Department on Friday released body camera videos of the Jan. 21, 2025, exchange between police and a man who was holding his ex-wife hostage.

Dozens sickened in expanding salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers

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Woman charged with biting child at Wake County day care

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NC homeowners hit with 7.5% insurance rate hike starting in June

On Your Bike CafÃ© owner Alex Webber found her shop with 3 feet of mud, a gutted storefront and an insurance denial letter after Hurricane Helene

Federal cuts could sap services for NC as state lawmakers also look to trim

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Lockdown: Authorities search Hillside High School classrooms with guns drawn

Hillside High School on lockdown

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Level 3 severe risk for Triangle, Friday, May 30

Fayetteville named Roberto E. Bryan as the city's 26th police chief on Friday.

Roberto E. Bryan named Fayetteville's 26th police chief

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Proposed federal cuts to Medicaid could leave thousands of North Carolina families grappling with the loss of affordable nursing home care.


Medicaid cuts could leave NC families without options for nursing home care

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Mitchell Summerfield was a pastor of the Word of God Fellowship Church in Raleigh and also owned several ventures, including Winning Ways, KHS Investments and Vision and Destiny.


Pastor plea: Word of God leader got $400K in COVID relief loans for personal use

Mitchell Summerfield

As North Carolina battles the ongoing fentanyl crisis, Gov. Josh Stein calls for a dedicated unit to crack down on trafficking, despite an encouraging 30% drop in overdose deaths since 2023.


How much to fight fentanyl: Stein asks for special unit funded by state budget

WRAL goes undercover with local agents battling the deadly drug

A woman was shot in the leg in a possible drive-by shooting that occurred near the intersection of Crest and Douglas streets in Durham.


Woman shot while sleeping in Durham

Bullet hole in TV after Durham shooting

Governor Josh Stein, Secretary of Transportation Joey Hopkins and newly appointed DMV Commissioner Paul Tine hosted a press conference to highlight the state's response to ongoing DMV challenges, including opening locations with added walk-in Saturday hours.


Governor Josh Stein and new DMV Commissioner discuss changes to improve DMV challenges

Governor Josh Stein, Secretary of Transportation Joey Hopkins and newly appointed DMV Commissioner Paul Tine

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about new restaurants in the area, including Velvet Taco coming to North Hills.

Foodie News: Nationally acclaimed taco restaurant to open first Raleigh location

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The Wake Forest Fire Department is investigating a potential arson incident after a blaze engulfed nine vehicles at North State Pools on Capcom Ave. early Friday morning.


Police: Fires in vehicles a Wake Forest business 'not a criminal act'

Possible arson at North State Pools in Wake Forest, no one injured

Inside 7-year-old Apex resident Saleh Ahmad's chest beats a heart donated by 4-year-old Myles Godfrey, who was killed in a car crash three years ago. Godfrey's mother, Kaci Wilson, invited the Ahmad family to her wedding over the weekend.

Ultimate wedding gift: Bride walks down aisle with Apex boy, the recipient of her late son's heart

Inside 7-year-old Apex resident Saleh Ahmad's chest beats a heart donated by 4-year-old Myles Godfrey, who was killed in a car crash three years ago. Godfrey's mother, Kaci Wilson, invited the Ahmad family to her wedding over the weekend. 

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Five North Carolina teams are in the NCAA Baseball Tournament with regional rounds set to begin on Friday.

Here's when UNC, Duke, NC State and ECU all play in the NCAA baseball regionals

NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent

A young man from Wake Forest has had a long 11 months in coming back from a traumatic brain injury. On Thursday, John Walter and the WakeMed team celebrated how far he's come.

Wake Forest man still fighting from '1% chance' to recover from traumatic brain injury

John Walter and father Rob

Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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A unique pattern east of the Appalachians is keeping us locked in the 60s for a couple days.

Ask the Meteorologist: How is 'cold air damming' making it feel more like fall in North Carolina?

How cold air damming is set up

With an alarming average of 37 child fatalities each year due to heatstroke in vehicles, Consumer Reports issues a vital warning for parents and caregivers.


5 On Your Side: Hot car deaths are a year-round threat, how to be aware

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North Carolina homeowners face a 7.5% insurance hike on Juneâ¯1, adding about $243 yearly. Climate losses and higher rebuild costs are driving the surge.

NC home insurance premiums rise in June

NC home insurance premiums rise next week

Raleigh police release bodycam video of officer getting shot in line of duty

NBA star Chris Paul on TST: "This is competitive.. there's $1 million on the line!"

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Wandering pigs damage lawns in California neighborhood

Pet of the Day: May 30, 2025

A look back at Lester Holt's career hosting 'Nightly News'

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Car crashed into utility pole in Raleigh, driver with injuries, hundreds without power

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Shooting in Durham leaves one dead, two injured on Rowemont Drive

Man hit firefighter with car during gas leak in Cumberland County, deputies say

Wake County Animal Shelter reaching critical capacity for the fourth time since 2023

North Carolina budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

Taylor Swift has regained control of her music, buys back first 6 albums

Nation/World

Supreme Court allows Trump to suspend deportation protections for immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela

Floods kill at least 111 as northern Nigeria battles climate change, dry spells and heavy rainfall

Trump gives Elon Musk an Oval Office sendoff, crediting him with 'colossal change'

More Americans file for jobless aid but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty over tariffs

This weekend is filled with music including Keith Urban and a "Wicked" sing-along.

Weekend best bets: Keith Urban, Greek Festival and more

Keith Urban rocks Coastal Credit Union Music Park

Your guide to Pride in the Triangle

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List: Triangle Juneteenth events 

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100+ events to check out in NC this June

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Scenic drives, waterfalls and no admission fee: This NC state park is one of the nation's best

Enloe Creek in Great Smokey Mountain National Park. Photo: Big Stock

'Any girl can do anything': Holly Springs Salamanders celebrate league's first female baseball player 

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Fact check: Did NC reject Helene contractors over state racial 'quotas'?

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Fact check: Did Memorial Day gas prices hit a 20-year low?

Fact check: Would GOP bill strip Medicaid, health care from 13 million Americans?

Fact check: Did Trump's transportation secretary vote against air traffic control upgrades?

Fact check: Would Trump's tax and spending bill add to the deficit?

NC budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

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Federal spending cuts could pull the plug on NC's clean energy boom 

NC's clean energy boom could slow if Congress repeals tax credits

Proposed cuts to NC state income taxes could lead to budget cuts, economists say

NC tax cut debate could be major sticking point for state budget talks  

UNC-CH faculty concerned over 'highly unusual' lack of tenure promotions

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will begin revoking the visas of Chinese students

Wake schools wrestling with AI policy as tech's presence grows in classrooms

Dr. Eric Bracy named new superintendent of Cumberland County Schools starting July

Wake schools leaders ironing out details of cellphone policy

UNC Health psychologist conducting research into men experiencing postpartum depression

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"I'm not guilty": Owner of Orange Co. farm party property appears in court

Growth, housing and schools: Leaders speak to improvements, challenges of Raleigh living

'King tides,' heavy rain subside after causing 'perfect storm' on NC coast

$772 million: What's in the City of Durham's proposed budget?

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Zion Williamson sued by a woman who says she dated him at Duke

Extra Effort Award: Gaby Mizelle's drive for greatness from Garner to Virginia Tech

Hurricanes know they need to get better. Here's what they could look to do this offseason.

McDavid and Oilers going back to Stanley Cup Final after 6-3 win over Stars in Game 5

Previewing the 2025 NCHSAA baseball state championships

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Previewing the 2025 NCHSAA softball state championships

NCHSAA releases schedule for this weekend's girls soccer state championships

David Grimm out as Cummings football coach after five winning seasons

Schedules set for NCHSAA lacrosse state championships

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

Orange County farm venue owner in court, denies responsibility

With extreme weather squeezing yields, new climate-resilient crop varieties using marker-assisted breeding and artificial intelligence mapping promise farmers steadier harvests.

Climate-resilient crops help NC farmers beat weather stress

Climate-resilient crops promise relief for NC farmers

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A newly hired WRAL employee almost fell victim to a scam after posting about her career move. The scam, an apparent text message from a station manager, shows the increasing sophistication of fraudsters who exploit social media platforms to target professionals at all levels.


5 On Your Side: LinkedIn scam targets your work contacts

5 On Your Side: Be wary of job scams targeting you via text

Ryan O'Donnell created Your Case Plan, an app designed to connect people involved in a foster care case.

Former foster father tries to fix broken foster care system in NC

Donald Hughes, the vice chair of the political action committee, resigned after he said he uncovered alleged discrepancies between bank statements and campaign finance reports.

Former vice chair 'deeply disturbed' with campaign finance reports of Durham committee

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5 On Your Side: Ingredient in gluten-free products contains high levels of lead

5 On Your Side: New WRAL employee warns of LinkedIn scam, how to stay alert

Disinfect to keep baby stuff clean and safe

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SBI investigating case related to Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People

Former foster dad creates app that could help North Carolina's broken foster care system

SBI investigating case involving Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People 

New 911 calls reveal chaos, danger during massive Orange County field party

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Donald Thompson: AI is revolutionizing hiring. Human resources officers must lead the charge

Attention VCs: Making the case for the Triangle as Silicon Valley of the East

Grace Ueng's Plunge Club: Pilots and 12 keys to happiness

David Gardner: Every business degree should require sales classes

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Google, Justice Department face off in climactic showdown in search monopoly case

Think your return to the office was rough? Musk faces some big challenges

$14 billion in clean energy projects have been canceled in the US this year, analysis says

Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law

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NC AG Jeff Jackson cracks down on WeChat app being used for money launders, fentanyl trafficking

What is WeChat and why is it being used by criminal organizations for fentanyl trafficking?

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