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State elections officials on Thursday announced the resignation of James Yokeley a day after reports about him facing drug and child abuse charges circulated. Yokeley was appointed chairman of the Surry County Board of Elections by State Auditor Dave Boliek in June.

NC county elections official resigns after being charged with putting drugs in granddaughters' ice cream

CARLA GAINES, WRAL NEWS LIVE IN RALEIGH. >> AND HAPPENING RIGHT NOW IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER, AN UPDATE TO A STORY WE BROUGHT YOU AT THE TOP OF THE NEWSCAST. WE HAVE JUST LEARNED THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS EMERGENCY MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED BECAUSE OF THIS. WE'VE LEARNED THAT THE CHAIRMAN OF THE SURREY COUNTY ELECTIONS BOARD JAMES YOLK LEE RESIGNED. HE WAS ARRESTED IN WILMINGTON ON CHILD ABUSE, DRUG POSSESSION AND OTHER CRIMES. POLICE ACCUSED HIM OF TRYING TO DRUG HIS 2 GRANDDAUGHTERS ICE CREAM WITH COCAINE AND ECSTASY. EARLIER STATE AUDITOR DAVE BULLOCK DID CALL FOR HIS RESIGNATION. HE ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT HERE WITH HIS RESIGNATION TO SURREY COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS HAS RESIGNED. THEY CAN MOVE FORWARD WITH THE PROCESS OF APPOINTING

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Canadian immigrant voted illegally in NC, federal prosecutors say

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SEATTLE (AP) -- Two firefighters were taken into custody by U.S. Border Patrol agents during a multi-agency criminal investigation into two contractors who had provided a 44-person crew to help fight a wildland blaze on Washington state's Olympic Peninsula, federal authorities said Thursday.

2 firefighters battling Washington state wildfire arrested by Border Patrol

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Abbots Creek Elementary, Durant Road Elementary and Durant Road Middle Schools are on code yellow lockdown due to potential community threats. Officials stress there's no immediate danger to the schools but advise against visiting the premises.


Code yellow lockdown issued for three Wake County schools

Smithfield-Selma High School experienced its second lockdown in a week due to nearby police activity, while no direct threats were identified on campus.


Smithfield-Selma High enters second lockdown in two days due to nearby police activity

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The Red Hat Amphitheatre is expected to be ready for the 2027 concert season, expanding to more than 6,000 seats, as announced at Raleigh's "State of Downtown" address.

Relocated Red Hat Amphitheatre plans to open in 2027

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The SBI was the first in the country to create a statewide Behavioral Assessment Unit for identifying and assessing red flags that could put a person at risk of committing violence.

SBI's BeTA team flags concerning behaviors to get ahead of potential violence

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The Wolfpack open the 2025 season against in-state rival at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh.

NC State releases depth chart for season opener vs. ECU

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Duke football kicks off its season Thursday night at home against Elon. Heralded transfer Darian Mensah is due to make his Duke debut.

Heralded transfer QB Darian Mensah to make Duke debut in season-opener vs. Elon

A file photo of Duke quarterback Darian Mensah on the practice field

The Durham Police Department is investigating a reported shooting at the Creekside Townhomes off TW Alexander Drive.


Man injured in shooting at Durham townhome complex 

Reported shooting at Durham townhome complex under investigation

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) â The shooter who killed two Catholic school students and wounded more than a dozen youngsters sitting in the pews of a Minneapolis church once attended the same school and was âobsessedâ with the idea of killing children, authorities said Thursday.

Police say Minneapolis church shooter was filled with hatred and admired mass killers

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A man was transported to the hospital Thursday morning after a shooting near Capital Boulevard, according to police.


Man shot near Capital Boulevard taken to hospital, Raleigh police say

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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.

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These roadside attractions in North Carolina are perfect stops when you are traveling. From giant things to a small village, these are must-see attractions.


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Rockets lit up the night sky in our viewing area Wednesday night.



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Wednesday's winning numbers are 9, 12, 22, 41, 61, and the Powerball number is 25.


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Powerball jackpot soars to $565 million, the largest prize of the year

NEW YORK (AP) -- Ford is recalling more than 355,000 of its pickup trucks across the U.S. because of an instrument panel display failure that's resulted in critical information, like warning lights and vehicle speed, not showing up on the dashboard.

Ford recalls more than 355,000 pickup trucks over instrument display failure on the dashboard

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Cold fronts trigger bird migrations, and there are ways you can ensure their flight down south is safe.

Ask the Meteorologist: How you can track, protect birds with each passing cold front

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The owner of a Durham home raided by the FBI said he was unaware of the criminal allegations against his tenant, who is connected to a church accused of human trafficking and money laundering.

Durham landlord discusses FBI raid on rental tied to investigation on self-proclaimed religious leader

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Man charged with threatening to kill Wake County judge appears in court

North Carolina school districts work to adjust cellphone rules and statewide ban

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DHHS ordered NC lawmakers to postpone Medicaid cuts for now

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Four people found stabbed in Hoke County home, deputies investigating

NC lawmakers order halt to Medicaid cuts as budget stalemate continues

New agreement gives Wake Tech grads a path to William Peace at reduced cost

North Carolina prisons to enhance accessibility for inmates with hearing disabilities

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New trial for 3 Memphis ex-officers convicted in connection with the beating death of Tyre Nichols

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Weekend best bets: African American Cultural Festival, live music

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NC lawmakers still far away from passing new state budget

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Triangle conservation group sues farm, hoping to halt amphitheater plans

Wake County schools resist weapons detectors as nearby NC districts see safety gains

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Deion Sanders calls for paying players who reach the playoff and Saban supports the proposal

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People from all over the world are mourning the Minnesota shooting at a Catholic church that left two people dead and wounded 17 people.

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A plaintiff in a new lawsuit against the Durham-based nonprofit CJF America is speaking out about the financial and mental toll of not being paid for her work.

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"Helene: What we've lost, what we've found" will debut Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. on WRAL-TV. You can stream is everywhere you find WRAL.

Upcoming WRAL documentary looks at Helene's lasting impacts in western NC

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions about redistricting in North Carolina and other states.

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Search warrants have revealed that teens may be responsible for a crime spree involving more than 100 vehicle break-ins, eight stolen cars and numerous stolen firearms and credit cards across Wake and Durham counties.

Teen faces charges for dozens of Raleigh break-ins

Rodanthe has had 11 homes collapse into the Atlantic Ocean in the last five years.

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