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Durham police confirmed that  a 2016 Honda Accord was traveling north on S. Miami Blvd when it hit 55-year-old Ernest Howard who was walking in the road. At the time, he was not walking on a crosswalk or near an intersection. 

Man dead after being hit by two cars on S. Miami Blvd in Durham

THROUGH THE AFTERNOON. COMING UP IN JUST A FEW MINUTES. >> ELIZABETH, THANK YOU. WE DO HAVE A TRAFFIC ADVISORY TO GET TO NOW HEAR SOUTH MIAMI BOULEVARD IN DURHAM IS CLOSED FOR A CRASH. THE CLOSURE IS NEAR IBM AND PATRIOT DRIVE. NOW YOU CAN GET A ROUNDED ON ONE. 47, THE WRAL BREAKING NEWS TRACKER IS ON THE SCENE AND YOU CAN SEE THAT RED CAR CRASH AND SEVERAL POLICE OFFICERS SURROUNDING IT RIGHT NOW. WE ARE WORKING TO LEARN MORE

Crash off South Miami Blvd in Durham

South Miami Boulevard closed in Durham

Chilly but sunny weekend ahead of much-needed rain to come early next week

NC State Fair forecast for Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025

16-year-old among 2 dead after mass shooting at a late-night party in Robeson County, deputies say

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No. 16 Virginia tops North Carolina in overtime on failed 2-point conversion

Shanard Clower (85) North Carolina. Clemson visits Chapel Hill on Saturday, October 4, 2025. UNC struggles on offense and defense falling to the Tigers 38 to 10. Photo by: CHRIS BAIRD

College football scoreboard: NC State kicks off against Pitt

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One injured after car crashes into Garner home, police say

A white SUV crashes into side of Garner home, while a red sedan is severely damaged in front of the home.

Police: At least 1 person in custody after more than 15 car break-ins outside Lenovo Center concert

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This weekend is filled with Halloween fun, plus the State Fair.

Weekend best bets: NC State Fair, Tate McRae, Halloween events

Live camera: NC State Fair on Saturday, Oct. 18 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) â The government shutdown, already the second-longest in history, with no end in sight, is quickly becoming a way for President Donald Trump to exercise new command over the government.

Shutdowns began as a way to enforce federal law. Now Trump is using it to take more power

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From rich marzens to velvety stouts, Triangle craft breweries are serving up the perfect complement to the autumn season.

Fall flavor fest: Triangle's best breweries serve up seasonal brews

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The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

Hurricane season 2025: Melissa now a hurricane, expected to make landfall in Jamaica by early next week

Tropical Storm Melissa movement map as of 2 p.m., Saturday 10/25/2025

Police said this is an active scene and more information will be released once the investigation has concluded. No charges have been filed at this time.


Bicyclist in critical condition after being hit by a car in south Durham

The windshield of the car that struck a bicyclist Friday evening in south Durham.

Every open tab, unread notification and buried document is low-key background noise in your brain. And that noise is exhausting.

 Jes Averhart: A 3-step digital detox

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) â Find a shady spot under a tree, take a breath of fresh air and call me in the morning.

Your latest prescription is to get outside

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A Johnston County high school football player's life was saved after a rare heart attack on the field, thanks to the quick response of coaches and teammates using CPR and an AED. 

'Everything went black': Johnston County athlete survives rare on-field heart attack

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A massive, off-campus party in Timberlake celebrating North Carolina Central University's homecoming quickly became dangerously overcrowded with an estimated 5,000 attendees. It forced law enforcement to shut it down when first responders couldn't navigate the area.

Person County speaks with property owner after massive college party

Sky 5 flew over the party on Wednesday night in Person County.

Nearly four months after Tropical Depression Chantal devastated their home, the Alston family of Chapel Hill faces financial and emotional challenges to rebuild. Despite Habitat for Humanity's offer, Elonnie Alston seeks to restore their lifelong residence amid high repair costs.


Chapel Hill family struggling to rebuild months after Tropical Depression Chantal

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A South Dakota company is recalling more than 2.2 million pounds (998,000 kilograms) of Korean barbecue pork jerky sold at Costco and Sam's Club stores because the product may be contaminated with pieces of metal, federal health officials said Friday.

Company recalls 2 million pounds of barbecue pork jerky that may contain metal wire

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NIL: Tracking big money in college sports

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Amazon introduces customers to Amazon Family, allowing benefits to be shared only within the same household. To entice new users, discounted memberships are available, aiming to boost Prime subscriptions this holiday season.

Amazon revamps Prime: Free shipping limited to same-household members only

Amazon to Pay $2.5 Billion to Settle Claims It Tricked Prime Customers

If the government shutdown continues into November, about 42 million low-income people could face severe disruptions to their food stamp benefits, the Agriculture Department warned in a letter to state agencies last week, saying that the federal government would have "insufficient funds."

Food stamp benefits may run out in November, officials warn

Food Stamp Benefits May Run Out in November, Officials Warn

Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just someone who loves to hide out in a cozy coffee shop, the Triangle has some of the best hidden gems that are worth exploring.


Triangle's cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community make the perfect blend

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AI glasses let users take videos, stream music and capture everyday moments. For people who are blind and visually impaired, they can be a lifeline.

Meta's AI glasses helps a blind woman 

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11-year-old girl hit by Miami fire rescue truck outside of her school

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Daughter with stage 4 cancer advocates for father's release from ICE

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Caught on camera: Jogger attacks neighbor's Halloween decorations, unprovoked

CA: JOGGER ATTACKS NEIGHBORS HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS

Fire-damaged school turns a Sears into classrooms

FIRE-DAMAGED SCHOOL TURNS SEARS INTO CLASSROOMS

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Two injured in shooting at Fayetteville home, one walked 25 minutes to a laundromat for help

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Chapel Hill asks for help in finding missing 16-year-old girl

15-year-old girl missing in Carrboro, police say

I-40 East lanes reopened after crash backed up traffic in Durham near Southpoint

Another weekend of busy traffic around concerts and state fair. Attendees say they're prepared

Russian missile and drone attacks kill 4 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy pleads for air defense

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As Israel returns bodies, Palestinians face a grisly search through corpses for lost loved ones

How Hispanics' views of Trump have changed since January, according to a new AP-NORC poll

Inflation reports offers good news, bad news. Here's where you can save.

US is sending an aircraft carrier to Latin America in major escalation of military firepower

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the details on James Beard Award-nominated chef Preeti Waas' new project.


Foodie News: Celebrated chef to make comeback with new RTP restaurant

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Giant trolls take over Dix Park

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When is trick-or-treat this year? Friday, Oct. 31

Celebrating Halloween safely

Funnel cakes and belly aches: How to survive fair food season

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2025 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children

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Best places, ongoing series to find free live music in the Triangle

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Fact check: Trump says 50% of US presidents have invoked the Insurrection Act

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Fact check: How many US residency spots are held by immigrants with H-1B visas?

Fact check: Trump says small children get 80 different vaccines

Fact check: Do doctors recommend '80 different vaccines' for small children?

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Oct. 23

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Lawsuit targets new NC congressional map. More challenges could be on the way

Legal challenges expected after new congressional maps approved

Legal challenges against new NC congressional map in the works as Davis considers next move

Stein signs stopgap funding bill aiding law enforcement and businesses impacted by disasters

Caught on camera: Smoke engulfs Wayne County school bus, cause likely mechanical

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Witness: Bus driver's 'awesome job' saved 21 kids when bus caught fire

Teacher of the Week: Chip Shea

More oversight, more resources: Wake schools sets plan for compliance with federal special education laws

Wake schools releases second draft of reassignment plan, hosts public comment

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

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More layoffs proposed at the U.S. Department of Education. How could they affect NC schools?

Moms who overcame addiction helping others through growing statewide network

Man says he lost $200K to executives at center of WRAL investigation

Privatize NC's liquor sales? Leader of DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost

QB Young 'doubtful,' reports that Dalton will start for Panthers against Bills

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Trail Blazers take to the court for the first time after coach Chauncey Billups' arrest

Panthers will look to exploit Bills' 31st-ranked run defense, control clock with two-back approach

Curing offensive woes a must for low-scoring Tar Heels vs. Virginia and ACC's top offense

Messi gets trophy, then has two goals to lift Inter Miami past Nashville 3-1 in playoff opener

Wake Christian downs 2-time defending champ Davidson Day in NCISAA 3A volleyball championship

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Charlotte Country Day reclaims NCISAA field hockey championship

Caldwell Academy boys soccer wins first title, claims NCISAA 2A championship

Scores for NCHSAA 4th Round Volleyball; NCISAA Soccer and Volleyball Championships; Week 10 Football

1A girls tennis: Thomas Jefferson's Crawford wins singles, NCSSM-Morganton duo defeats teammates in doubles championship

Video shared with WRAL News shows the moment a lithium-ion battery caught fire inside a home, feet away from a dog. WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about the batteries and their potential dangers.

In Depth with Dan: Answering viewer questions about lithium-ion batteries after Chapel Hill house fire

Dog bites lithium-ion battery, sparks fire inside Chapel Hill home

WRAL Investigates on similar parties in Orange and Person counties, which resulted in charges related to underage drinking for partygoers and a property owner. The venues are different, but the concerns are the same.

WRAL Investigates the push for solutions to farm parties

Stephanie Layton nearly had her license suspended due to a mistaken Maryland speeding ticket she never received. Despite the DMV's initial inaction, Layton's persistence and the intervention of WRAL 5 On Your Side finally cleared her record. 

NC woman's license nearly suspended due to database error

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A local woman's license was nearly revoked over a crime she didn't commit. She had trouble getting it fixed until she called 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur.

Local woman's license almost revoked over Maryland DMV mistake

5 On Your Side: Local woman's license nearly revoked over DMV hiccup

A Morrisville couple's ordeal began when a car crashed into their home, leading to temporary displacement and a costly moving battle. With help from WRAL 5 On Your Side, their belongings were returned. 

Family reunites with belongings after car crash and moving dispute

A Morrisville couple's ordeal began when a car crashed into their home, leading to temporary displacement and a costly moving battle. With help from WRAL 5 On Your Side, their belongings were returned.

5 On Your Side helps Morrisville family reunite with belongings after car crash and moving dispute

A car crashed into Shriraj Bhatt's condo in March 2025

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Tips to help senior drivers save money, drive comfortably on the road

Car loan crisis: How to navigate delinquent payments and repos

Car loan crisis: More Americans falling behind on loan payments

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NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

Man's complaints about Durham road haven't led to action at city level

'It's a racetrack': Dangerous Durham road bothered man for years before deadly hit-and-run

Deadly hit-and-run suspect was in country illegally, ICE says

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Guest column: H-1B changes threaten the Triangle's tech future

Worried about the robot workforce future? You can AI-proof your job

Tom Snyder: Raleigh's RIoT demo night draws record crowd, showcases cutting-edge startups

Fintech firm SoFi plans 225-job North Carolina expansion

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Trump's trade war with Canada: A timeline of how we got here

JPMorgan Chase wants out of paying $115M legal tab for convicted fraudsters

US starts investigating China's compliance with 2020 trade deal as Trump heads to Asia

Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month

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Eastern NC communities worried about rise in violence if SNAP benefits don't come in

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