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North Carolina has seen more than 4.5 million people cast their ballots as of Monday, with state leaders reporting few instances of voter intimidation or harassment.

NC Board of Elections, Wake County leaders warn against voter intimidation

So far, the state says there have been few instances of intimidation or harassment at polling places. But today, Karen Brinson, Bell State Director issued a stern warning. It is also a crime to interfere with election officials carrying out their duties. Punishments include prison time and law enforcement is aware of the level of threat that we could face particularly as a battleground state with so much attention on us, which is why, what can a sheriff Willie Rowe is adjusting his deputy schedules on election day. We're modifying our shifts so that during the hours of operation as well late into the evening when the tabulation process will be ongoing. Law enforcement can't directly be on a polling site that security is first handled by the chief judges. But law enforcement will be standing by in a time when you got a bulk of people congregating a challenge. We have worked with our federal partners to conduct what we call safe assessments. Those are physical security assessments at all the county offices. There are some offices that have installed panic buttons, others needed to reconfigure their entry space. North Carolina is one of the few states with a dedicated investigations division at the state board which investigates reports of fraud and other irregularities.

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NC Board of Elections warns against voter intimidation

'Heartwarming': Western NC sees record voter turnout despite Helene changes 

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Suspect strikes highway patrol cruiser and flees after leading troopers on multi-county chase

Large law enforcement activity in Person County

Pedestrian hit and killed by vehicle on Raeford Road in Fayetteville

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WakeMed nurse accused of stealing fentanyl on the job

A WakeMed nurse, Kellianne McGuire, faces serious felony charges after allegedly stealing 2500 mL of fentanyl from an IV bag, leveraging her position within the hospital.

Abandoned for years: Why has the city of Durham not torn this house down?

A yellow sign reads "CONDEMNED" on the door of 109 Old Fox Trail in Durham. The home has been vacant and abandoned, neighbors say, for at least a decade.

Attorney General Josh Stein alert: Beware of scams on Election Day

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Duke Energy tells 5 On Your Side that later this year, they will ask the North Carolina Utilities Commission to let them issue storm bonds for Hurricane Helene and other storm related costs from 2020 to 2024.

Duke Energy bills likely to go up to pay for Helene recovery

The Troubling Quiet of North Carolinaâs Cell Service Outages

A parent of a Meredith College student says her daughter was not permitted to vote using her college ID.

College ID is valid for voting

Weary, Troubled and Nervous: Americans Flood the Early Vote

The mother of 7-year-old Zion Gibbs, who was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting, shared her hope that last week's arrest of a woman will lead to finding her son's killer.

For mourning mother, first arrest is step toward closure after son's drive-by death  

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Election Day is shaping up to be sunny and warm, with highs near 80 degrees.

Election Day forecast: Sunny skies and near 80 for voters 

Hour-by-hour forecast for Election Day 2024

Tropical Depression 18 formed Monday near Maracaibo south of Kingston, Jamaica. It is expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael later on Monday. WRAL meteorologists believe it could become a hurricane near Cuba in the next few days. Patty also formed in the North Atlantic over the weekend. 

Tropical Storm Rafael forms south of Jamaica, likely to strengthen to hurricane by Tuesday night

Latest path for Tropical Storm Rafael 

A man was shot Monday morning while Rocky Mount police officers searched a home.

Man shot during Rocky Mount police search of home on Windsor Street

A person was shot Monday morning while Rocky Mount police officers searched a home. 

A shooting investigation caused serious backups along Interstate 40 East near Cary Monday morning. Police said a woman was shot in the leg near the exit for Chapel Hill Road.



Woman found shot on I-40 East near Cary, all lanes reopen

Crash, shooting on I-40 East in Cary under investigation 

It's one of the most under-publicized policies of some of the biggest U.S. retailers: sometimes they give customers full refunds and let them keep unwanted items too.

Many retailers offer 'returnless refunds.' Just don't expect them to talk much about it

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Americans who are miles from home can vote by mail, but what if you are 250 miles above home?

Voting from space

The American flag inside the cupola of the International Space Station

On Election Night 2024, Nov. 5, count on WRAL for the fastest results and most comprehensive coverage.   

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Dive into the magic of the holiday season in the Triangle area with a plethora of festive activities to enjoy. Embrace the spirit of the season and make unforgettable memories with family and friends.


Top holiday events in the Triangle: Tree lightings, parades, and festive markets await

Watch the tree lighting ceremony at Cary's Fenton as part of the 'Light the Square' event

NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

North Carolina Voter Guide 2024: Who's running, how, where, when to vote in NC election

In the 2024 primary election, North Carolina officials were forced to throw out more than 1,100 people's ballots because the mail delivered them after the election.

Haven't mailed your NC ballot yet? You may need to vote a different way. Here are options

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The person leaves a door hanger with a QR code that leads to a fraudulent ballot, according to the Raleigh Police Department.

Fraud alert: Raleigh police say person is falsely claiming that voting can be done using a phone

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Many of the small details from the past may resurface in the coming months. So, on Monday night, before the final results are announced and the last ballots are cast, Dan Haggerty answers the question: "How did we get here?" 

Election 2024: How did we get here? 

WakeMed nurse accused of stealing fentanyl from an IV bag

Man shot while Rocky Mount police execute search warrant

Person shot while Rocky Mount police execute search warrant

Durham County ends controversial Bull City United anti-violence program

Democrats host rally in Raleigh 

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Cumberland County issues boil water advisory for Southpoint Water System customers

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Why there's hope for NC factory towns laid low by the 'China Shock'

Questions mount after Durham County terminates Bull City United anti-violence program

Ask the Meteorologist: What makes Christmas trees thrive in western North Carolina?

A presidential campaign unlike any other ends on Tuesday. Here's how we got here

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Israel ends agreement with UN agency providing aid in Gaza

Nevada lithium mine will crush rare plant habitat US said is critical to its survival, lawsuit says

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There is a lot to do this weekend, including holiday markets, comedy, foodie festivals and more.



Weekend best bets: NC Comicon, BBQ and holiday events

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Journey to Space: New exhibit opening at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

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Five state parks reopen in western NC, including Grandfather Mountain and Lake Norman

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Foodie News: BBQ lovers rejoice + a new outlook in North Hills

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Fact check: Moore says the White House didn't call him after Helene hit North Carolina

Fact-checking Kamala Harris' 'closing argument' speech at the White House Ellipse

Fact check: No, a former military leader wasn't arrested in North Carolina amid Helene relief efforts

Fact check: Grafstein says Lassiter 'repeatedly campaigned' for large school funding cuts

Election Day is Tuesday. What North Carolinians need to know as they head to the polls 

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Trump speaking in Raleigh at 10 a.m., Harris campaign also in NC Monday

Can NC Democrats use Mark Robinson to break the GOP supermajority? Races to watch

More than one million voters expected to cast ballots on Election Day

North Carolina schools will have a new leader next year. Here's what you need to know

NC leaders will elect new leader of public schools Tuesday

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Man shot overnight at Shaw University homecoming celebration

Man shot at Shaw University homecoming celebration after argument in parking lot, university says

NC superintendent race remains close as Election Day approaches

Real estate owners offer land for E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville

NC voters trust election results, but partisan divides linger, WRAL News Poll shows

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Cameron grandmother calls for Maytag oven recall after her stove explodes

NC superintendent race remains narrow as Election Day approaches, WRAL News Poll finds 

The majority of the Wake school board is up for election this year. Here's who's running

Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

UNC's Cadeau put in the work on his 3-point shot. In first game, it showed.

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Freshmen Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel help No. 7 Duke roll past Maine in opener

Pack opens season by sprinting past Spartans, 97-66

Davis scores 24, helps rally No. 9 North Carolina past Elon

No. 11 Duke women roll 89-36 in season-opening win over Radford

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Statewide Football Rankings: West Forsyth, Northeastern return to the HSOT Top 25

Less than one-quarter of likely Republican voters expressed full confidence that their votes will be accurately counted, and 40% said they had little to no confidence. Elections officials are trying to combat election skepticism.

WRAL News Poll shows how much trust NC voters have in elections

Voters fill out their ballots during the early voting period.

Outdated FEMA flood maps labeled thousands of North Carolina homes as "low risk," leaving residents blindsided when Hurricane Helene flooded their communities. One survivor's story reveals why accurate flood risk data is more urgent than ever.


Outdated flood maps left NC homeowners vulnerable to Helene's fury

WRAL reporter Liz McLaughlin stands with homeowner Melinda Williams where her home once stood in Banner Elk, before floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed it

About 4,009,194 North Carolinians -- 51.2% of the state's 7.7 million registered voters -- had cast ballots as of Friday afternoon. 

Demographics show shift in who is voting early in NC

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance is holding a campaign rally on Friday in Selma.

GOP VP nominee JD Vance speaks at rally in Selma

TamÃ¡s Meszerics keeps an eye on election security around the world, including the U.S.

A larger look at election security across the US

Raleigh police responded Thursday to Optimist Park where witnesses saw a man shouting at people waiting in line for early voting and tearing up campaign signs.

Caught on camera: Man seen ripping up Harris-Walz signs at Raleigh early voting site

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60,000 Wawa-branded tumblers recalled because their metal straws can cut customers

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Person killed in shooting on Sunshine Drive in Rocky Mount

Durham County ends Bull City United program

Bull City United discontinued: Durham County leaders terminate anti-violence program

Nebraska man charged with human trafficking victims in Durham also under investigation for fraud

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Wilmington's Artemis Immersive wins NC Tech award for groundbreaking 3D healthcare app

'Permanent downsizing': Raleigh, Durham among top work-from-home destinations, as office vacancies rise

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Boeing machinists hold contract vote that could end their 7-week strike

Microsoft makes major land buy in Person County

Headphones track brain waves as you listen

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Sneak peek at new space exhibit at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

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