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A Raleigh man on trial for murder and kidnapping after his parents were beaten in August 2023 claims he showed up to his parents' home because they were raping his child.


Raleigh man charged with killing mother takes the stand, claims he hit father and was high on drugs

<p>CONVICTS HIM. THERE IS KLEIN IS HERE NOW WITH WHO TESTIFIED THIS MORNING. NO, JUST 5 RALEIGH POLICE OFFICERS SO FAR OF TAKING THE STAND. THE JURY IS ALSO THE CHANCE TO SEE THIS NEW VIDEO OF RALEIGH POLICE QUESTIONING MCCULLOUGH THE NIGHT HE WAS ARRESTED IN THE VIDEO, YOU HEAR MCAULIFFE SAY HE BLACKED OUT AND HAD NO MEMORY THAT HIS PARENTS WERE HURT. &gt;&gt; THIS ALL HAPPENED LAST AUGUST OVER ON IN GATEWAY IN RALEIGH, MCCULLOUGH TOLD POLICE HE WENT TO THE HOME BECAUSE HIS PARENTS WERE HIS SON. HIS PARENTS HAD TAKEN OUT A PROTECTIVE ORDER AGAINST HIM PREVIOUSLY. JOHN MCCULLOUGH AND MARY MCCOLLOUGH WERE FOUND BEATEN SO BADLY. THEY WERE UNCONSCIOUS. MARY MCCALL LATER DIED AND HER SON WAS ARRESTED. HE WAS CHARGED WITH MURDER, KIDNAPPING HIS CHILD, THE FAMILY DOG AND STEALING THEIR CAR. HERE'S PART OF THAT NEW INTERVIEW WHERE MCCOLLOUGH SAID HE DIDN'T REMEMBER ANYTHING OR WHY HE WAS ARRESTED. &gt;&gt; AS FOR WHAT COMES NEXT YEAR, THE STATE IS EXPECTED TO</p>

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Raleigh man charged with murder claims he can't remember parents' beating

Belichick: 'False narrative' that girlfriend was controlling CBS interview; Network says no preconditions on sitdown

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NC House passes ban on DEI in state agencies

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Bond denied for siblings accused of kidnapping 1-year-old girl and mother in Garner

Siblings Paola Duran Duran and Miguel Angel Duran Duran are accused of kidnapping of a mother and her 1-year-old girl from their Garner home. Photo Credit: Garner Police Department.

High Point man charged with leading disturbing child exploitation network promoting social unrest

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Spring heat wave: Record highs and possible storms headed to the area

Wednesday 4/30 in RDU high tied with the 90 degree set over 100 years ago.

Long wait times, lack of appointments among challenges for new DMV commissioner

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WRAL's Sky 5 captured a person taken into custody Wednesday after a heavy law enforcement on I-40 near Aviation Parkway on Wednesday.


Person in custody after heavy law enforcement presence on I-40 near Aviation Parkway

Person taken into custody on I-40

A Fayetteville man was charged with felony hit-and-run after a deadly pedestrian crash on April 12.


Man charged with hit-and-run weeks after deadly pedestrian crash in Fayetteville

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There have been 525 flu-associated deaths in North Carolina this flu season, according to the latest data from the state. That's the highest amount of deaths since the state started reporting data in 2009.

NC flu deaths: Total of 525 flu-related deaths this season

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Senate Bill 579 seeks to expand college math course participation and access to health, high-tech and other careers.


NC bill for self-paced math courses, more career ed passes committee

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A multi-vehicle crash is blocking all eastbound lanes of Interstate 40 in Johnston County at Exit 312 for N.C. Highway 42 on Wednesday morning.


Multi-car crash blocks I-40 in Johnston County at NC 42, creating miles of delays

Raleigh police were looking into an apparent stabbing on Wednesday morning at an apartment building.

Police investigating apparent stabbing at Raleigh apartment building

Raleigh stabbing at Westgrove Tower

Find out the apps to look for and tips to help keep your child safer online.


Keeping your child safe online: How to check their devices and what apps to look out for

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WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive positive change for North Carolinians. As part of this initiative, Dennis Draughon has served as the company's editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform. With a 38-year career that began at the former Raleigh Times, Draughon has also contributed to The Scranton Times-Tribune, The Durham News, The Fayetteville Observer, and The (N.C.) Insider. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the 1993 Fischetti Award for Distinguished Achievement in editorial cartoons and the 1999 Golden Spike Award from the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists. More recently, he received Editor & Publisher Magazine's EPPY Award for best editorial/political cartoons, recognizing his impact in the digital news landscape. Through his work, Draughon continues to provide insightful and thought-provoking illustrations that enrich WRAL's Opinion section and engage readers across North Carolina.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: President Trumpâs first 100 days?

DRAUGHON DRAWS: President Trump's first 100 days?

Rod Brind'Amour had just watched his Carolina Hurricanes skate through a debacle of a first period, putting them in a three-goal hole on a night they had a chance to advance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on home ice.

Aho's blast pushes Hurricanes past Devils 5-4 in double OT to advance in Stanley Cup Playoffs

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Cary police are looking into a report of someone firing gunshots at an apartment complex on Tuesday night.

Police: Cary neighbors hear gunshots at apartment complex

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Multiple WRAL viewers sent in photos of Starlink satellites spotted in the sky Tuesday night.


Starlink satellites spotted in North Carolina skies overnight

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One trend fueling this pressure is "#SkinnyTok," a growing corner of TikTok where creators glorify extreme thinness and share restrictive eating content, including "what I eat in a day" videos featuring very limited meals, calorie-counting routines, and so-called "hacks" for eating less.


What parents should know about 'SkinnyTok' and the rise of body image pressures online

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This year's 2025 NC State Fair theme is "There's No Time Like Fair Time."


NC State Fair unveils 2025 theme

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Frequent fronts and associated pressure differences drive gusty winds this time of year

Ask the Meteorologist: Why does it always seem windy in the spring months?

Ask the Meteorologist: Why does it get so windy this time of year?

(CNN) â As you add more ultraprocessed foods to your diet, your risk of a premature death from any cause rises, according to a new meta-analysis of research involving more than 240,000 people.

Eating more ultraprocessed food ups the risk of premature death, study finds

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Sky 5 flew over a heavy law enforcement presence Wednesday along Interstate 40 near Aviation Parkway. Video shows two cars off in the grassy shoulder and one person taken into custody. WRAL is working to learn more information on the incident. 

Sky 5 captures video of person in custody following heavy law enforcement presence on I-40

Pet of the Day: April 30

Ham and Yam Fest is set to bring family fun 

Teacher of the Week: Karen Williams

Loose change: $80K worth of dimes spill onto highway from overturned truck

Dimes spill onto highway

Starbucks debuts 3D printed drive-thru in Texas

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Former Saint Augustine's University president suing trustees for retaliation, sexual discrimination

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Ava Gardner Museum loses federal grant for preservation efforts

Pinehurst No. 4 to close to restore greens

GM recalls nearly 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC cars due to engine failure risks

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Vietnam celebrates 50 years since warâs end with focus on peace and unity

Trump marks his first 100 days in office in campaign mode, focused on grudges and grievances

Illinois town mourns the 4 youngsters killed when a car barreled through their after-school camp

US consumer confidence plummets to Covid-era low as trade war stokes anxiety

Gipson Play Plaza to open in June

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140+ events to check out in NC this May

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Weekend best bets: Ham and Yam, Marbles food fest and more

2010 Ham & Yam Festival - Smithfield NC

Two days of food, fun and play: The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Marbles

The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Marbles 

Foodie News: Pizza, tacos and festivals

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

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Fact check: Is the U.S. headed for the 'largest tax increase in American history'?

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Fact check: Is male college attainment hitting record lows in the U.S.?

Fact check: Did Trump reject Helene relief for North Carolina?

Explainer: Why is the bond market so important for the economy?

Fact check: Walz says most Americans don't have $1,000 in savings

Lawmakers consider bill targeting slow drivers on NC interstates

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North Carolina lawmakers debate rules for homeless encampments

NC lawmakers debate rules for homeless camps

More oversight for dentists? The changes that NC lawmakers are considering

Immigration crackdowns advancing in NC legislature. Focus is on criminal punishments, government aid

Changing school temps, salary add-ons in final Wake schools budget draft

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Wake school board weighing when to confiscate cellphones

Wake superintendent can call for remote learning sooner, under change

NC drops in rankings of average teacher pay, improves in beginning teacher pay, new report says

NC House advances bill that would let districts set school-year start dates

'Somebody is going to get killed': College parties in Durham County field prompt neighbors' concerns

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19 charged in Durham street takeover, police need help identifying others involved

'We are going to charge you': Durham police crack down on car meetups with guns, drugs and stunts

'Please take care of us:' Federal cuts close PCB evaluation at NC State building

Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here's what to know for borrowers

Hurricanes extend Taylor Hall, part of original Rantanen trade

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Defending champion Celtics close out Magic 120-89 for 4-1 playoff series win

Haliburton and Pacers eliminate Bucks from playoffs, closing OT with 8-0 run to win 119-118

Duke snags commitment from top transfer Cedric Coward

Andersen's status could put spotlight on Kochetkov for Hurricanes' clinching shot against Devils

NCHSAA finalizes plans for seeding playoffs, individual state tournaments in new 8-class realignment

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Cost of admission going up for high school playoff events during the 2025-2026 school year

NCHSAA holds press conference following spring board meeting

Rosters released for East-West All-Star Boys Soccer Game

NCHSAA Board of Directors meeting, Day 2

Senate Bill 599 would change how members of the North Carolina Dental Board, which oversees dentists in North Carolina, are selected.

State lawmakers seek more accountability for North Carolina Dental Board

North Carolina law covering child safety seats in cars could be about to change. A bill expected to go before the state House this week would update the rules for which children need to ride in a safety or booster seat, and where in a vehicle they can ride. 

NC House lawmakers considering bill to update child care safety seat rules

State law covering child safety seats in cars could be about to change. A bill expected to go before the state House this week would update the rules for which children need to ride in a safety or booster seat, and where in a vehicle they can ride. 

NC lawmakers set to discuss changes to child car seat law

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the types of skills workers will need to have in the near future.

In Depth with Dan: Examining the types of skills needed for modern manufacturing jobs

Durham police have announced charges against 19 people connected to a February car club meetup in downtown where participants were seen performing dangerous stunts, including setting a fire in the street.

Durham police charge 19 people for street take over, seek help identifying others

Durham police have asked for the public's help identifying some of the people believed to be involved in what they're calling a street takeover in February. Photos courtesy of the Durham Police Department.

Durham police ask for help identifying people from February street takeover

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DMV corrects mistake that costs drivers thousands: Find out how to get your refund

DMV is refunding drivers who had incorrect fuel codes

5 On Your Side: Avoiding deepfake scams

5 On Your Side: Avoid deepfake scams

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Durham police cracking down on dangerous car meetups

4 people dead, 3 others injured in Rockingham County crash, troopers say

Raw video shows Durham car meetup with guns, drugs, fire and stunts

Increase in calls for vape store, CBD regulation as middle schoolers show up for class impaired

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You decide: Who controls the Federal Reserve

Join NC's startup revolution: Apex hosts Small Business Town Hall on April 29

Donald Thompson: Wellness programs aren't enough. Leaders must prevent stress before it starts

Tom Snyder: Deep tech investment is transforming North Carolina's economy

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Visa wants to give artificial intelligence 'agents' your credit card

US job openings fall to 7.2 million in March, the lowest level since September

Kids and teens under 18 shouldn't use AI companion apps, safety group says

Ford CEO extends âemployee pricing.â But price hikes could come this summer

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6 tips for parents of babies with cleft lip and palate

Ham and Yam Fest celebrates 39 years

Go Ask Dad: McIntyre's bookstore is magic

Durham school hosts Strawberry Festival

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