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A Johnston County sheriff's deputy was terminated from his job this week for choosing to fire shots over following department policy in the attempt to catch a car thief.

Johnston deputy fired 5 shots at suspect; fired from his job. 'You utterly failed,' sheriff says

<p>ROWE. PREPARING TO MAKE HER WEIGH DOWN A 30 STORY BUILDING. SO EXCITED FOR HER. FIRST, WE BEGIN THIS NOON WITH BREAKING NEWS. A JOHNSON COUNTY DEPUTY HAS BEEN FIRED. THE SHERIFF SENT US THE LETTER THAT SPELLS OUT WHAT LED TO THAT ACTION. MICHELLE MACKONOCHIE IS IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER WITH THE EXPLOSIVE ALLEGATIONS. &gt;&gt; AFTERNOON THAT CHRISTOPHER ADCOCK WAS TERMINATED FROM HIS JOB, CHOOSING TO FIRE SHOTS OVER FOLLOWING A DEPUTY PAUL DE PUTTE DEPARTMENT POLICY IN AN ATTEMPT TO CATCH A CAR THIEF. WE HAVE A PICTURE OF CHRISTOPHER ADCOCK HERE. THE CRIME, THE CHASE AND CRASH HAPPENED MONDAY. SHERIFF STEVE BIZZELLE SAID THAT ADCOCK UTTERLY FAILED TO COMPLY WITH POLICIES AND ACCORDING TO THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE, ADCOCK WAS INVOLVED IN THE PURSUIT OF A STOLEN VEHICLE. WHEN THAT VEHICLE HIT HIS CRUISER, HE FIRED 5 SHOTS, BUT NO ONE WAS HIT. THAT IS WHEN THE PURSUIT ENDED. THE SUSPECT AND EXITED THE VEHICLE AND WITHOUT ANY ADDITIONAL THREAT TO ADCOCK SAFETY, HE FIRED HIS GUN AT THE UNARMED FLEEING PERSON WHO WAS ATTEMPTING TO USE, NOT ATTEMPTING TO USE PHYSICAL OR DEADLY FORCE TO ESCAPE. NOW, THE IDENTITY OF THAT DRIVER HAS NOT BEEN RELEASED THAT PERSON IS UNDER 18 BIZZELLE IS ALSO ASKING THE SBI WHETHER ADCOCK SHOULD FACE ANY CRIMINAL</p>

Johnston County deputy fired for use of force against unarmed suspect

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5-month-old baby boy dies in Wilson County, homicide investigation underway

5-month-old boy dies in Wilson County

Weekend looks dry and cool for festivals, football and bluegrass

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McCarthy's last-ditch plan to keep the government open collapses, making a shutdown almost certain

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New state budget takes aim at hunger in schools

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Not forgotten: Unmarked graves of enslaved families discovered in woods of Johnston County

Descendants help clean up overgrown cemetery where unmarked graves hold enslaved families in Johnston County.

Google Fiber dials up service speed in Charlotte; it's coming soon to Triangle

Google Fiber, which has growing NC reach, expanding to five more states

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UNC Police said the thefts happened between Sept. 14-25.

UNC Police investigating multiple electric scooter thefts on campus

Electric scooters are returning to Raleigh 

Members of a coalition that lobbied for North Carolina to land a new regional innovation "hub" from the US Department of Health and Human Services will continue to pursue other opportunities after failing in its initial hub.

North Carolina loses out on federal health hub; backers pledge bid for future opportunities

Surging NC economy rises 4 spots to No. 7 in US, says new report

LAS VEGAS (AP) â One of the last living witnesses to the fatal drive-by shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas was charged with murder Friday in the 1996 killing, a long-awaited breakthrough in a case that has frustrated investigators and fascinated the public.

Witness to the 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur indicted on murder charge in rapper's death

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NEW YORK (AP) â Rain walloped the New York metropolitan area with a startling punch Friday, knocking out several subway and commuter rail lines, stranding drivers on highways, flooding basements and shuttering a terminal at LaGuardia Airport in one of the city's wettest days in decades.

New York City area gets one of its wettest days in decades, as rain swamps subways and streets

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WASHINGTON (AP) â U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, a centrist Democrat and champion of liberal causes who was elected to the Senate in 1992 and broke gender barriers throughout her long career in local and national politics, has died. She was 90.

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, an advocate for liberal priorities, dies at age 90

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On Friday, Bryce Young went through his third straight day as a full participant and does not have an injury status for Sunday's game.

Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young cleared of ankle injury, expected to start against Vikings

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National Coffee Day 2023 is Friday, Sept. 29 and there are a number of impressive freebies and deals this year including some that are available all week! 



National Coffee Day 2023 freebies and deals

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WRAL anchor/reporter Ashley Rowe on Friday rappelled down the side of the 30-story Wells Fargo building in downtown Raleigh.

Over the Edge: WRAL's Ashley Rowe takes 30-story plunge for Special Olympics

WRAL's Ashley Rowe takes 30-story plunge for Special Olympics

Robert P. Taylor takes the helm of the 161,000-student Wake County school system as it continues to recover from Covid-19-induced learning loss and as it struggles to hire bus drivers. What's in his 100-day plan.

'Our goal is to be the national model': New superintendent wants Wake schools to be more responsive to parents, students. 

Dr. Robert Taylor is set to start as the new superintendent of the Wake County Public School System on Oct. 1, 2023.

NC State will play an undefeated Louisville team in a blackout game where former linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher will be honored.

NC State to host blackout game, honor Bill Cowher against undefeated Louisville

NC State head coach Dave Doeren speaks with reporters on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023.

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National Coffee Day 2023 freebies and deals today, Friday, Sept. 29

Feeling a little sluggish in the mornings? Pick up a coffee at one of our favorite Triangle coffee shops.

Best coffee shops in the Triangle 

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From flood watches to tornado warnings, it is important to understand what the advisories mean so you can be better prepared for severe storms in your area.

What is the difference between a storm watch and warning? 

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A singer was arrested Wednesday night on his way to Raleigh for the concert.



Singer Nathaniel Rateliff arrested on the way to Raleigh for concert at Red Hat

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Duke University has several events planned Friday and Saturday before, during and after ESPN's "College GameDay" broadcast.

Here's where, when, how to see ESPN's 'College GameDay' at Duke

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Nada Elhertani's fanaticism paid off! Her family won a car Wednesday on an episode of Family Feud that aired on FOX 50. 

'Family Feud' appearance was bonding experience for Raleigh siblings

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Sunday marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness month, a time to educate men and women about the importance of having annual breast exams. Terry Spicer, founder and CEO for Sisters Inspiring Sisters, talks about mobile mammography and a free breast cancer screening event on Oct. 30.

3D mobile mammography could save lives 

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WRAL's Ashley Rowe rappels down 30-story Raleigh tower

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Fake prescription pills linked to overdose deaths

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Meet WRAL at IBMA Bluegrass Live! this weekend

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Hosiery plant in Lumberton is laying off more than 100 workers

National Recovery Month promotes support of addiction recovery

Foodie News: Pasta restaurant will replace Humble Pie in downtown Raleigh

Utah and Arizona will pay to keep national parks open if federal government shutdown occurs

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United Auto Workers strikes spread as 7,000 more workers at two plants join the picket line

Higher gas prices lift Fed's preferred inflation gauge but underlying price pressures remain mild

Dozens dead after blast in southwestern Pakistan at a rally celebrating birthday of Islam's prophet

Michigan teen shooter eligible for life prison sentence for killing 4 students, judge rules

There is so much to do in the Triangle this October!

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

Weekend best bets: Bluegrass, Dix Park fest, Jonas Brothers

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards presented in downtown Raleigh

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Fall color 2023: Here's when and where to see leaves change in NC

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Your guide to Taylor Swift-inspired events in the Triangle

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From wrongfully arrested to advocate: Durham man makes it his mission to travel 100 countries and help others

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Fact-checking Republican candidate claims from the second presidential debate

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Fact check: Does Trump want to punish women who get abortions?

Fact-checking McCarthy claim about payments to Biden family members, associates

Fact check: Ad claims Roy Cooper is 'blocking' school choice bill

Fact check: Biden says U.S. inflation rate 'lowest' of leading economies

Gov. Cooper visits Fayetteville in push to boost training for clean energy jobs

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New NC budget likely headed to court over separation of powers

Cooper vetoes GOP-backed bill overhauling NC election authority

NC House Speaker Tim Moore won't seek reelection to his House seat in 2024

NASCAR's All-Star Race returns to historic NC track in 2024

Wake County Schools swears in new superintendent Friday

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College Road Trip 2023: Visit campuses across NC 

Wake County school board members review Parents' Bill of Rights

Wake school leaders discuss how to comply with new Parents' Bill of Rights law

Parents' concerns about moving students to new school to be addressed Tuesday

Triangle IVF patients travel out-of-state due to high cost of treatment

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Head of Nash DSS out after state takeover of child welfare services

After two UNC lockdowns, NC State re-examining emergency preparedness plans

FAQ: What you need to know about the 2023 COVID vaccine, flu & RSV vaccines

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NC State AD: 'Came to a different conclusion' after changes to ACC expansion proposal

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Europe strikes back in Ryder Cup and ties record for largest lead

Bulls fall to Tides 7-0 in decisive game three of IL Championship

Duke preps for Notre Dame, national spotlight on 'College GameDay'

Comedian and actor Ken Jeong selected as guest picker when 'College GameDay' visits Duke

HSOT staffers make picks for week 7 HS football games

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Here are the week 7 football games you can watch on HSOT Live

Undefeated Watch: 41 teams look to stay perfect in week 7

Orange wins 15th straight match with sweep of Cedar Ridge

Mondragon's hat trick leads Midway past Triton in battle of unbeatens

North Carolina is piloting a mobile clinic program to provide opioid treatment to rural counties.

NC rolls out mobile treatment unit to fihgt opioid epidemic

NC's mobile clinics provide treatment for opioid addiction

WRAL 5 On Your Side explains several recalls issued in September, including Hyundai and Kia recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles.

September recall report: WRAL 5 On Your Side highlights recalls to know about

Gov. Roy Cooper made a stop Thursday in Fayetteville for Clean Energy Week. He got a closer look at new training programs to fuel a workforce to support a boom in clean energy jobs.

Gov. Roy Cooper tours Fayetteville Tech Community College during clean energy week

Recall report: WRAL 5 On Your Side highlights recalls to know about in September

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3.4 Million Hyundai and Kia vehicles recalled due to fire risk 

Consumer Reports found the most absorbent diaper brands for your buck

Parents warned of rainbow fentanyl

Safe Kids NC puts out warning to parents after colorful fentanyl found

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In-Depth with Dan Haggerty: How the state budget tweaks public records rules 

On WRAL at 6: Popular fertility treatment plagued with backlog and high price tags

Why some women are crossing state lines for fertility treatment

New details emerge into shooting death of 5-year-old girl in Durham

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Warning: Accredited investor rule changes will impact both investors and startups

SAS makes some more layoffs but also continues to hire

UX Y'all is back: Triangle user experience pros to talk 'The Breaks' in careers, choices

What were 10 most expensive homes sold in Eastern Wake last week? (see photos)

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Fortnite publisher Epic Games is laying off hundreds - 16% of staff

First look: 20-story apartment towers will rise above Dix Park in Raleigh

Pokemon card printing plant in Triangle lays off hundreds of temporary workers

Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors

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Yoga is a path to healing for mothers

Betsy Johnson Hospital to stop labor and delivery, creating 'maternity desert' 

Betsy Johnson Hospital eliminating labor & delivery services

Top retail & restaurant deals Sept. 25-Oct. 1

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

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Containers 2 pack only $8.98 after coupon, Flexible Cutting Board Mats 3 Pack only $6.99, Hanes Men's Zip-Front Hoodie only $12.66 (47% off)

Top grocery deals Sept. 27-Oct. 3

The Children's Place: Puffer jackets as low as $15.99 (reg. $59.95), 50% off outerwear, free shipping

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