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Democratic Gov. Josh Stein has vetoed 14 bills while in office. On Tuesday Republicans found enough Democratic support in the state legislature to override some but not all of those vetoes.

New NC laws on guns, immigration, donor privacy now in place despite Stein's vetoes

LOST. A MOTIVE HAS NOT BEEN DISCLOSED YET. >> THE DUST IS SETTLING ON JONES STREET AT THIS HOUR AFTER STATE LAWMAKERS OVERRODE A STRING OF GOVERNOR JOSH STEIN'S VETOES HOUSE REPUBLICANS WERE ABLE TO GET ENOUGH HELP FROM DEMOCRATS TO ACCOMPLISH MOST OF WHAT THEY WANTED TO DO. WRAL CAPITOL BUREAU CHIEF LAURA LESLIE IS LIVE AT THE LEGISLATIVE BUILDING FOR US THIS NOON TOMORROW. >> JUST IN THE STATE, LAWMAKERS SET A VETO OVERRIDE RECORD TODAY WITH 8 IN THE 2 BILLS BEING ENACTED INTO NEW LAW. THE PREVIOUS ONE-DAY RECORD WITH 6 OVERRIDES AND THEY DID HAVE HELP FROM VARIOUS DEMOCRATIC STATE LAWMAKERS HERE IN THE STATE HOUSE. THE ISSUES THAT WERE OVERRIDDEN DEAL WITH EVERYTHING FROM GUNS, ELECTRIC BILLS TO GUNS IN SCHOOLS TO DEFINE GENDER AND CRACKING DOWN ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION. THE HIGHEST PROFILE BILL THAT WAS OVER IN THIS MORNING. EXEMPTS DUKE ENERGY FROM CARBON REDUCTION GOALS THAT UTILITY AGREED TO MEET SEVERAL YEARS AGO. IT ALSO ALLOWS THE UTILITY TO START CHARGING CONSUMERS. NOW FOR POWER PLANTS. IT PLANS TO BUILD LATER. SUPPORTERS SAY THAT WILL KEEP COSTS FOR ELECTRICITY, LOWER. BUT THE GOVERNOR VETOED IT, SAYING IT IGNORES CLIMATE CHANGE AND WILL TRANSFER MORE OF THE COST OF POWER ON TO CONSUMERS INSTEAD OF BUSINESSES. IT WAS QUICKLY OVERRUN IN BOTH CHAMBERS >> TO POWER BILL REDUCTION ACT IS ABOUT ONE THING. SAVING ALL CONSUMERS AND RATEPAYERS MONEY ON THEIR ELECTRIC BILLS FROM WHAT OTHERWISE THEY WOULD PAY WITHOUT THIS BILL. OUR PLAN IS ON FIRE. LOOK AT THE FLOODING WE HAD AND CHAPEL HILL 2 WEEKS AGO, 50 MILLION DOLLARS WORTH OF DAMAGE IN A SIMPLE RAIN EVENT. >> LOOK AT HOW LANE LOOK WHAT HAPPENED IN TEXAS. ALL OF OUR HURRICANES 1000 YEAR EVENTS HAPPENING EVERY YEAR. WE HAVE GOT TO REDUCE OUR DEPENDENCE ON CARBON >> OTHER BILLS THAT WERE ENACTED TODAY INCLUDE QUITE A FEW. OBVIOUSLY, PRIVATE SCHOOLS CAN NOW ALLOW ADULTS TO CARRY GUNS IN CLASSROOMS IN THE SCHOOLS. LAW ENFORCEMENT MUST CHECK THE IMMIGRATION STATUS FROM OR CHART CRIMINAL CHARGES AGAINST PEOPLE THAT THEY PICK UP AND WHO'S THAT I WAS IMMIGRATION STATUS. THEY CAN'T CONFIRM GENDER IS NOW GOING TO BE DEFINED UNDER STATE LAW BY BIOLOGICAL OR GUNS. AND WE HAVE A FULL BREAKDOWN OF ALL THE OTHER NEW LAWS AS WELL AS A FEW OF THEM THAT WERE NOT OVERTURNED TODAY ON WRAL DOT COM. AND OF COURSE, A MUCH FULLER STORY FOR YOU COMING UP

NC lawmakers override multiple vetoes from Gov. Josh Stein

North Carolina State Legislative Building 

Trump administration freezes $108 million for Duke Health after accusing university of 'systemic racial discrimination'

Duke Health

WRAL Weather Alert Days: Hottest summer to date on record with more heat advisories in the forecast

Weather Alert Day in effect through at least Wednesday afternoon, evening

NC lawmakers reach deal on 'mini budget' plan to fund some basic state functions

State budget

Family of man killed by Wake Forest coach's punch seeking $18 million in damages

Sandor Szabo (left) died from a punch in 2018 by then-Wake Forest assistant basketball coach Jamill Jones (right).

Basketball in paradise: NC State to play in 2025 Maui Invitational

Will Wade not hiding from expectations at NC State

NC Democrats asked Republicans to join in asking for Epstein files to be released. None did

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With about a month to go before the season starts, practice is kicking off this week for the UNC, Duke and NC State football teams.

The lights (and sun) are bright as practice starts for UNC, Duke and NC State

Carter-Finley Stadium

Residents of Franklin County gathered at the State Capitol to demand transparency after the passage of a bill that alters the election process for the mayoral seat in Louisburg.


State lawmakers force Louisburg to allow runoff in mayor's election; current mayor feels targeted

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Most of central and eastern North Carolina are under a Heat Advisory until Wednesday. The heat index values could reach as high as 115 degrees.

Tracking dangerous heat: More HVAC issues and safety measures for businesses, utility workers, student-athletes

Five-day highs between Monday, July 28, and Friday, Aug. 1

Raleigh police arrested 60-year-old Terry Lee McNeil, charging him with multiple offenses including assault with intent to kill and robbery, following a recent shooting on Keeter Center Drive that left one man injured.


Man faces assault charge, allegedly shot driver who wouldn't give him a ride

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Goldsboro police have identified Gareshia Joyner as the victim in a suspected murder-suicide. They think her husband, Kendrick Joyner, shot her before taking his own life.


Goldsboro police identify couple in suspected murder-suicide

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Jill Fuller moved back in with her 92-year-old mother after developing cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) from using THC gummies. Fuller's experience, which required hospitalization and a lengthy recovery, highlights a growing concern among medical professionals about the rise of CHS cases.

A painful trade: Swapping wine for THC landed her in the ER and sick for months

With heat index values expected to reach 113 degrees Fahrenheit, the Battleship North Carolina Memorial is adding new measures to keep visitors safe and cool.

Battleship North Carolina rolls out plans to combat triple-digit heat index

Wilmington, N.C.

The General Assembly killed the state's 70% emissions target, approving an energy bill some analysts say will raise power bills while supporters claim it keeps electricity reliable and affordable.

Lawmakers erase NC 2030 climate goal, override Stein veto

Power plant

Republican legislators, along with Democratic state Rep. Shelley Willingham, voted to override Gov. Josh Stein's veto of a bill that expands the powers of State Auditor Dave Boliek, a Republican. A related bill is poised for a vote Wednesday.

NC Republicans expand powers of state auditor with help from Democrat

Dave Boliek 

Former Gov. Roy Cooper, who is running to be the Democratic nominee for the open U.S. Senate seat in 2026, launched his campaign Monday morning. 

Cooper raises $3.4M in first 24 hours of Senate bid, campaign says

Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper

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Breeze Airways has unveiled a new nonstop route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, launching on December 11.


Breeze adds nonstop flight to Portsmouth from RDU

Despite It All, Two New U.S. Airlines Prepare to Fly

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a degenerative brain disease that has been linked to concussions and can only be diagnosed posthumously. It can cause memory loss, depression and violent mood swings.


What is CTE?

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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper will run for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina, giving Democrats a proven statewide winner in an open-seat race that is expected to be one of the most competitive 2026 contests.

Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper will run for the US Senate in North Carolina in 2026

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Over 3 million HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof garden hoses are being recalled nationwide following reports of 29 injuries, including sprains and hearing damage due to bursting incidents.


Over 3 million garden hoses recalled due to bursting hazard, can cause temporary hearing loss

HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof garden hoses recall

A Holiday Inn sized meteor triggered a landslide which damned the Colorado River 56,000 years ago.

Researchers find evidence that a meteor turned the Grand Canyon into a lake

Meteor Crater AZ

GalaxyCon made its annual return to Raleigh, bringing fans and cosplayers alike to downtown Raleigh.

Cosplays, collectibles and more: GalaxyCon Raleigh 2025

Cloud, Tifa Lockhart and Star-Lord

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Sandor Szabo died from a punch in 2018 by then-Wake Forest assistant basketball coach Jamill Jones. Szabo's family seeks $18 million in damages.

Family seeks $18 million after Wake Forest University coach's deadly punch

DMV relief in mini budget approved by NC Senate

NC lawmakers reach deal on 'mini budget' plan

Tar Heel Traveler: Furnitureland South

NC lawmakers change rules for mayoral election in Louisburg

Man arrested in Raleigh shooting on Keeter Center Drive

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AI deepfakes pose growing threat to company hiring processes

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Merck eliminating some positions as it restructures for the future

Free, weekly concert series comes to American Tobacco Campus in September.

Federal investigations into Duke University come at time of financial uncertainty

Woman arrested after weekend shooting and robbery, Raleigh police say 

Trump says Epstein 'stole' young women from Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre

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US job openings fell to 7.4 million last month as job market continues to cool

U.K. Will Recognize Palestinian Statehood in September, Barring Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

'Worst-case scenario of famine' is happening in Gaza, food crisis experts warn

Federal Reserve likely to stand pat on rates this week, deepening the gulf between Powell and Trump

Families looking to enjoy fun on a budget can take advantage of several free programs at North Carolina parks.


From fishing to bike rentals: NC parks offer free family fun year-round

Falls Lake fishing pier

Explore the best bars in Raleigh: Top spots to unwind

The Willard 

70+ events happening in NC this August

August events

Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

NC swimming pools

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week: List of 55+ lunch, dinner, drink specials

The Yard Milkshake Bar

Weekend best bets: Beer, Bourbon and BBQ, plus Kesha and The Flaming Lips

Flaming Lips at City Plaza

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Fact check: Will Trump's tariffs 'pay off' the U.S. deficit?

Politifact

Fact check: Stein says guns are top cause of child deaths in North Carolina

Fact check: Are 5 million able-bodied Medicaid recipients watching TV all day?

Epstein files: A timeline of what the Trump administration has said about releasing a list

Fact check: Jeffries says tax breaks are permanent for billionaires, temporary for everyone else

'They can put their differences aside': Gov. Josh Stein calls on General Assembly to pass a budget

NC Capitol

Political ads already underway for 2026 US Senate race

NC lawmakers second-guess puppy mill protections, kickstart debate on disaster recovery plans

Duke study: Scrapping carbon goal could add $23â¯billion to NC power bills

Cooper expected to face Trump fave Whatley in NC Senate race

Local high schools implement safety protocols for outdoor practices amidst record heat wave

Education

Wake Prep teacher, school sued after detention allegedly included planks and wall squats

NC advisory council: Schools need better lockdown communication

A look at the top ranked colleges in North Carolina

Wake Prep teacher, school sued after detention allegedly included loud music, planks and wall squats

How the US-EU trade deal wards off more escalation but will raise prices and slow growth

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Chapel Hill police warn of rising mail theft as check washing scheme targets residents

Toddler's death after dental procedure in Greensboro sparks anesthesia safety concerns

UNC study: 43% of flooded NC buildings were outside FEMA's hazard zones

Beware: Spoofed "Verizon agent" calls use clever scam tactics

Katie Ledecky remains unbeatable in the 1,500 freestyle taking the title again at the worlds

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Deion Sanders says he had bladder cancer but plans to coach the Colorado Buffaloes this season

Bubba Wallace overcame questions and doubts to end 3-year drought with 1st Brickyard 400 win

NBA rising star Trey Murphy III gives back in his hometown of Durham 

Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin reports to camp despite contract dispute

HighSchoolOT's Volleyball Showcase features 10 teams, including NC's five best

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NCHSAA Board of Directors grants Commissioner the authority to adjust championships calendar

HighSchoolOT's 2025 area code Top 15 rankings for football

NC Coaches Association announces 2026 all-star game coaches, game details

HSOT Press Box: Top coaching changes in NC, breaking down the football Top 25, and how All-State teams were determined

Illness linked to cannabis use sending more patients to the hospital, including NC woman

Illness linked to cannabis use sending more patients to the hospital

Joining a warehouse club is getting pricier and some shoppers are wondering if they are still worth it and which one is better. WRAL's consumer reports looks into the biggest differences between Sam's Club and Costco. 

Don't Waste Your Money: Sam's Club or Costco

Expired food and flies. WRAL's 5 On Your Side breaks down the health code violations inspectors found during this week's restaurant ratings. 

Restaurant ratings: Longleaf Swine, Bojangles, Buffalo Wild Wings

A local man unknowingly rented a home on VRBO that had been the scene of a shooting just weeks earlier. When he arrived, the property was littered with broken glass and cigarette butts, starkly contrasting its online listing.

5 On Your Side gets Morrisville man refund after VRBO rented him home damaged in shooting

The Longleaf Golf Course Dam failure flooded three homes and nearly claimed the lives of a Moore County family during Tropical Storm Chantal.

Inspectors found issues, ordered action months before Moore County dam failed

The Longleaf Golf Course Dam failure flooded three homes, and nearly claimed the lives of a Moore County family, during Tropical Storm Chantal.


NC inspectors found issues, ordered action, months before Moore County dam failed during Chantal

State inspectors found issues, ordered action, months before Moore County dam failed

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5 On Your Side: Skin cancer prevention tips for people with dark skin

Consumer Reports finds popular bassinet may not be safe for infant sleep

Testing finds popular bassinet may not be safe for infant sleep

Raleigh family's nightmare ends in refund after VRBO rental discovered to be a crime scene

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Chapel Hill police investigate uptick in mail theft

2-year-old dies after dental anesthesia complications in Greensboro

Law under the microscope for farm parties now at the heart of farm amphitheater discussion

Pilot program works to protect firefighters from contaminated gear

Investigations

CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NC's economic growth

Durham chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy protection, seeking to reduce debt, remerge

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

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Microsoft Authenticator is ending password autofill soon. How to set up a passkey before Aug. 1

America's first transcontinental freight railroad is planned after a megamerger

The maker of Tide and Charmin said it will raise prices in part because of tariffs

Trump's tariffs could squeeze US factories and boost costs by up to 4.5%, a new analysis finds

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