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WASHINGTON (AP) -- With little time left to prevent a government shutdown, the House is in a familiar position: effectively paralyzed as conservatives feud with Speaker Kevin McCarthy over matters large and small.

White House prepares for shutdown as far right continues feuding with McCarthy

Washington DC has until Saturday night to figure out a way to prevent the government from running out of money. And if that happens, I think it's unlikely that a shutdown would directly push us into recession, but it is certainly not helpful. Since 1976 the US has had 20 federal funding gaps. Most of them happened when one party wasn't in control of the White House, the House and the Senate. And that's the current situation. A government shutdown is just yet another drag on the economy because it ends up disrupting lots of supply chains and lots of services. Another effect of a shutdown would be active military members and border control agents being forced to work without pay. A government shutdown is a worst case scenario for the department. So we continue to ask Congress to do its job and fund the government. The GOP Led House passed numerous spending bills Thursday night, including one for the State Department, but none of them will avert a shutdown and the clock is ticking. There's people that are talking, but it's, as I stated, it's the same bunch on both sides and until leadership wants to, wants to walk down there and talk to them. It's just not going to happen and both sides remain split. The Republicans want to shut down the government because they want to cut social security. Last public school funding and criminalize abortion care. I'm John Lawrence reporting.

White House prepares for shutdown as deadline approaches

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Missing 14-year-old boy returns to Raleigh home after WRAL reporter spots him

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New NC budget likely headed to court over separation of powers

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With high cost and long wait times, some Triangle IVF patients travel out-of-state for care

At 40 years old, Durham mom Crystal Leftdwrige decided she wanted one more child, in addition to her 14-year-old boy.

NC Central student faces rape, kidnapping charges in connection with on-campus sexual assault

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Zebulon to replace annual Christmas parade with 'Deck the Hall-Z' event

Zebulon replacing Christmas parade with 'Deck the Halls' event

'In shock': Car plows into Great Clips in Durham, missing customer

Car plows into Great Clips in Durham, missing customer

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North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed a bill Thursday that would remake state and local elections boards, giving state lawmakers authority to appoint them -- the latest chapter in a long-running power struggle between the state legislature and its governors.

Cooper vetoes GOP-backed bill overhauling NC election authority

Election Day, polling places

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

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

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The Cannon Hinnant Miracle League Field is a specially designed baseball field for children with disabilities.The field honors the memory of Cannon Hinnant, a 5-year-old boy who was tragically killed in 2021.

Wilson Miracle League opens new field in memory of Cannon Hinnant

'I pray he gets the death penalty,' Family of Cannon Hinnant speaks after Rule 24 hearing

Thomas Jermaine Blake, 36, is in custody at the Georgetown County Detention Center.

Warrant issued for South Carolina man suspected of Fayetteville murder

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It's going to be cloudy but dry for the IBMA Bluegrass Live! Festival in downtown Raleigh on Friday and Saturday.



Beautiful end to the workweek with mostly sunny skies 

First look at the weekend

The victim was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. 

Raleigh Police investigating shooting on S. Saunders Street

Raleigh Police Investigating Shooting on S. Saunders Street

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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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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Two people were charged with animal cruelty from an investigation into mistreatment of horses.

Cumberland man, woman charged after horses removed from farm over abuse concerns

Austin Simpson (left) and Kylie Parker (right) are each charged with cruelty to animals and felony conspiracy.

Ken Jeong will serve as the celebrity guest picker during Saturday's broadcast of ESPN's "College GameDay" on the Duke University campus.

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

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IBMA Bluegrass Live! returns to downtown Raleigh this weekend with two full days of bluegrass music from 100+ bands, a street festival and more.



IBMA Bluegrass Live! returns to Raleigh this weekend

Various artists perform at IBMA Bluegrass Live! in downtown Raleigh on Saturday.

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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WRAL anchor/reporter Ashley Rowe will join Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin and Police Chief Estella Patterson in rappelling down the side of the 30-story Wells Fargo building in downtown Raleigh.

Special Olympics Over the Edge fundraiser returns; WRAL's Ashley Rowe takes the 30-story plunge

Special Olympics NC Over the Edge

Fall has officially begun, which means signs of fall will start to appear soon. Depending on where you are in the state, you might see these signs sooner than others.

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

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A fire broke out at a Smithfield McDonald's early Friday morning. The business was closed when a fire started in the kitchen around 2 a.m. 

Smithfield Fire Department investigating early morning fire at McDonald's

Hundreds laid off Triangle-based Epic Games 

Baseball field opens honoring victim of gun violence  

NC rolls out mobile treatment unit to fihgt opioid epidemic

Missing Wake County 14-year-old boy found safe after sheriff puts out notice

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Fortnite developer Epic Games laying off 16% of staff

NC's mobile clinics provide treatment for opioid addiction

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

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

Court rejects Donald Trumpâs bid to delay trial in wake of fraud ruling that threatens his business

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Phillies deny emotional support alligator from entering ballpark

Girl Scouts not immune to inflation: Cookie prices are going up

New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour, among nation's highest

Tyson and Perdue under investigation by Department of Labor

Your guide to Taylor Swift-inspired events in the Triangle

Taylor Swift Inspired Events

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

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

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

Durham man travels around the world

Mediterranean Deli reopens for takeout 2 months after fire

Mediterranean deli reopens for takeout after fire, shares future plans

IBMA World of Bluegrass Festival to leave Raleigh after 2024; city planning new event for 2025 

World of Bluegrass moves indoors during Hurricane Ian

Out & About

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

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

NC voters, activists slam lawmakers over gerrymandering concerns as new redistricting process begins

NC lawmakers hear from members of the public on plans to redraw voting districts

NC redistricting gets underway with voter feedback, less transparency

New Wake County Superintendent Robert Taylor to be sworn in Friday

Education

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

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

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Raleigh's murals tell the city's story, from history to culture to art     

Virginia sees many wins, few losses so far after betting big on casinos

Teacher raises, school lunches, early graduation, AI, career development. Here's what's in the NC budget for education

Pumpkin patches, haunted trails, corn mazes: Your guide to fall fun

Gerber: Panthers rewind shows O-line problems go beyond penalties

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Cohen eager to return tot he field after three years of hardship

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

Sebastian Aho, Andrei Svechnikov among top 50 players in 'NHL 24' video game

Reich: Panthers QB Bryce Young on track to play Sunday vs Vikings after returning to practice

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

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Myers Park 4-star guard Bishop Boswell commits to Tennessee

Extra Effort: Kelsey Hussey is always there for Chatham Central volleyball

"We Stand With The NCHSAA": Cox Mill and Green Level team up to show support with association in attendance

No. 7 Green Level conquers East vs. West showdown against No. 10 Cox Mill

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

North Carolina is launching a Climate Action Corps to work on projects to make the state more resilient to extreme weather.

NC officials launch Climate Action Corps to fight against climate change

In vitro fertilization's popularity is booming, but so are the costs. WRAL Investigates long wait times and the high price tag to start a family in North Carolina -- and why hundreds of women have better luck crossing state lines to get help.

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

Popular fertility treatments can be plagued with backlog and high price tags. WRAL Investigates how North Carolina women are skipping the line and saving thousands.

Why some women are crossing state lines for fertility treatment

It's still too early to tell what this new international deal might mean for turkey prices at grocery stores in the U.S. But it will benefit North Carolina farmers, who raise more turkeys than almost all other states.

Biden administration promotes deal to sell more NC turkeys to India

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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

5 On Your Side

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

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

Durham murder suspect said 'he was dying' and victims were 'coming with him,' warrants show

Nash DSS director out after lengthy investigation and child deaths

Investigations

Layoffs + subsidiary sales: Is Epic facing capital crunch? Triangle tech attorney weighs in

Epic CEO: âProject Libertyâ â its fight against Apple, Google â will continue

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

NC State, Wolfspeed, A&T, partners land $39.4M fed grant for semiconductor hub

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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

India tax authorities launch probe of Lenovo; PC giant says it is 'co-operating'

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

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Betsy Johnson Hospital will stop labor and delivery 

Meet This Mom: Sherry Taylor now donates to a service that supported her as a single parent

Role reversal: Hospice journey, part 3

Go Ask Dad retires from the swing set

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

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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)

The Children's Place: Puffer jackets as low as $14.99 (reg. $59.95) plus free shipping!

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $25 (50% off)

Top grocery deals Sept. 27-Oct. 3

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Tar Heel Traveler, Durham woman puts a creative twist on movie film

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