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A death investigation is underway in Cary following the discovery of three bodies inside a home Monday afternoon.

Three found dead in Cary home, including two 19-year-olds

IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD CALL 9-1-1. >> THIS MORNING, KERRY POLICE ARE LEARNING MORE ABOUT 3 PEOPLE FOUND DEAD TOGETHER IN A HOME SKY. 5 FLEW OVER THE SCENE ON SMOKE WANT DRIVE YESTERDAY. WRAL'S KELSEY COFFEY IS LIVE AT THE CARY POLICE DEPARTMENT THIS MORNING. KELSEY, LATE LAST NIGHT WE LEARN NEW INFORMATION ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO DIED. YES, RENAY, WE JUST LEARNED THAT 2 OF THOSE PEOPLE THAT WERE FOUND IN THAT HOME WERE 19 YEARS OLD. >> AND THIS MORNING WE'RE ASKING KERRY POLICE HERE IF THEY HAVE ANY MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW THESE PEOPLE COULD POTENTIALLY BE CONNECTED. BUT LET'S TAKE YOU STRAIGHT TO VIDEO NOW. SO YOU CAN TAKE A LOOK AT THAT SCENE THAT WAS ACTIVE FOR MORE THAN 8 HOURS. YOU CAN SEE OFFICERS INVESTIGATING AT THAT CARRY HOME ON SMOKE MIGHT DRIVE POLICE RELEASED THE NAMES OF THE PEOPLE WHO WERE FOUND DEAD LATE LAST NIGHT. 54 YEAR-OLD ERICA HOLTON, 19 YEAR-OLD XAVIER HOLTON AND 19 YEAR-OLD AMINA GUIDE SKY 5 FLEW OVER THE SCENE DURING THAT INVESTIGATION. THE HOME WAS SURROUNDED BY CRIME SCENE TAPE WITH 2 CAR STILL IN THE DRIVEWAY. WE'RE WORKING TO FIND OUT WHAT LED UP TO THIS. BUT POLICE DO SAY THAT THERE'S NO THREAT TO THE PUBLIC AT THIS TIME. KELSEY COFFEE, WRAL, NEWS

Investigation underway after body found in Cary home

Woman, two 19-year-olds found dead inside Cary home

Durham to be headquarters for CHIPS manufacturing institute, President Biden announces Tuesday

Durham to be HQ for new manufacturing institute, Biden says

Zebulon school bus driver charged with breaking 3-year-old's leg

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FEMA officials testifying at hearing about Helene response, claims that workers de-prioritized assisting victims who supported Trump

FEMA Chief âAdds a Human Touchâ to Disaster Response

ð¨Amber Alertð¨ 12-year-old and 3-year-old girls missing from Haywood County    

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Cold front brings rain, wind, and a sudden chill later this week

Three impacts a cold front will have on our weather this week

DAVID FRENCH: Donald Trump is already starting to fail

Trump Shocking the Washington Establishment

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FEMA hearing: Officials testify about Helene response, reports of workers refusing to help Trump supporters

People gathered for a vigil Monday night to protest House Bill 10, it is a controversial piece of legislation that could significantly alter how immigration is handled in North Carolina.

Opponents are speaking out against bill that would force sheriffs to work with ICE

Opponents are speaking out against North Carolinaâs controversial House Bill 10

NEWLAND, N.C. (AP) â The Cartner family had known since last year that one of their farmâs Christmas trees would be headed to the White House this winter.

The White House's Christmas tree is a symbol of resilience for hurricane-hit North Carolina farms

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Raleigh Police are actively investigating an assault that took place early Sunday morning on the Walnut Creek Trail.

Woman assaulted on Walnut Creek Trail, Raleigh police looking for suspect  

Two Johnston County high school juniors are pushing for change after finding out they no longer can participate in sports.


High school athletes denied participation on Johnston County teams

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Snow lovers in North Carolina may want to brace for disappointment if they're hoping for snow. With a 60% chance of La NiÃ±a developing, the likelihood of a snowy winter diminishes, bringing above-normal temperatures and below-normal snowfall.

Warm winter ahead: WRAL Severe Weather outlook doesn't look good for snow lovers

âï¸ Snow or sun? âï¸ WRAL's meteorologists break down NC's winter weather outlook

Eight men have been charged in a multi-agency undercover operation targeting child sex predators and human traffickers.


8 men arrested in human trafficking undercover operation in Wake Forest

President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday formally lowered the threshold for Russiaâs use of its nuclear weapons, a move that follows U.S. President Joe Bidenâs decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russian territory with American-supplied longer-range missiles.

Putin lowers the threshold for using his nuclear arsenal after Biden's arms decision for Ukraine

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North Carolina counties were supposed to finish counting their provisional ballots Friday, but not all did. Meanwhile, Wake County officials called an emergency meeting Monday following a controversial action Friday.

NC Supreme Court race still too close to call as vote-counting continues and candidate sues

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Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow) saw the sun go down Monday. It won't rise again until January 22, 2025.

Northernmost point in the U.S. sees last bit of daylight for next two months

A look at Utqiagvik, Alaska as of early Tuesday morning

Four local law firms have banded together to take legal action against NC State University and Monsanto over toxic contamination in Poe Hall.  

Legal action over Poe Hall likely to begin next year 

CDC to investigate potential cancer cluster among Poe Hall workers at NC State

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WRAL viewers sent us these amazing photos of the gorgeous, vibrant sunset Monday evening and sunrise Tuesday morning. You can send us your photos at wral.com/report-it.

Photos: Sun lights up NC skies ð

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The FY 2022 and 2023 audits, essential for maintaining accreditation, highlight internal control failures, documentation discrepancies and protocol breaches in major transactions. The university has initiated corrective measures.

Missing audits completed: How SAU is remedying lack of oversight, documentation discrepancies

St. Augustine's University delays start of fall semester

The network says the defamation case doesn't belong in state court  because the company isn't based in North Carolina and it alleges that a separate North Carolina-based defendant was "fraudulently joined" in the suit. 

CNN wants federal court to take up Robinson defamation case 

Lt. Gov. mark Robinson at a Raleigh church

The 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 23. The fun begins at 9:30 a.m. and you can watch one of the Triangle's most cherished holiday traditions on WRAL.

The 2024 Raleigh Christmas Parade: What to know

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Raleigh police have decided not to file charges against a man who went on a racist tirade and swung a shovel at utility workers in a north Raleigh neighborhood, despite the incident being captured on cellphone video and shared widely online.

Caught on camera: Man goes on minutes-long racist rant against utility workers in Raleigh neighborhood

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Check out the list of store hours updated for 2024 in case you need to do some last minute shopping.



What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Grocery and retail hours for 2024

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A viral respiratory disease is causing a multi-state outbreak in wild birds, poultry and other animals. Bird flu has also lead to more than four dozen infections in people in the U.S. While most human cases are mild, health officials are keeping a close eye as a Canadian teenager was hospitalized in critical condition with a confirmed H5N1 infection.

Why bird flu is now a top US concern

On cam: Woman charged with hate crime after Panera assault 

Man confesses to neighbor's murder 36 years later

Gov. Roy Cooper talks about new CHIPS manufacturing institute coming to Durham

Alaska town sees last bit of daylight for next two months

School bus driver charged with breaking 3-year-old's leg due in court in Wake County Tuesday

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NC lawmakers announce new Helene relief package as Cooper hammers legislative priorities

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Car crashes into Raleigh apartment building on Capital Boulevard

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One person killed in fiery tractor-trailer crash on I-85 South in Warren County

Human dressed in bear suit to attack cars for insurance claims, officials say

Nation/World

45 pro-democracy activists get 4 to 10 years in prison in Hong Kong's biggest national security case

US envoy says a truce in Lebanon is 'within our grasp' as Gaza's food crisis worsens after looting

Mass detention and returning migrants to Mexico: Donald Trump's plans on immigration are coming into focus

Agent says GPS data puts Georgia student Laken Riley in same area as man accused in her death

On Friday, Nov. 22, Craig Ferguson, the former host of "The Late Late Show," brings his "Pants on Fire" comedy tour to the Carolina Theatre of Durham.

Craig Ferguson to bring 'Pants on Fire' comedy tour to Carolina Theatre of Durham

On Friday, Nov. 22, Craig Ferguson is set to bring his "Pants on Fire" tour to the Carolina Theatre of Durham.

Rod Stewart bringing 'One Last Time' tour to Raleigh

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Foodie News: Pet-friendly dining in North Hills and a new Raleigh restaurant

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Marbles unveils new courtyard space in downtown Raleigh

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Downtown Raleigh to offer free two-hour parking for limited time starting Friday

Eating outside in downtown Raleigh. 

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Fact check: No, Elon Musk's Starlink wasn't used to rig the 2024 presidential election for Trump

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Fact check: Do North Carolina officials 'keep' children of Helene victims who can't find shelter?

Fact check: Sanders says wages 'are lower today than they were 50 years ago'

Fact check: Do 2024 turnout numbers show the 2020 election was stolen?

Dan Bishop ad claims Jeff Jackson 'embraced' sex offender. 5 questions, answered.

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Hurricane Helene isn't the only big storm North Carolina is still recovering from

State disaster relief chief pressed on program's budget shortfall

State leaders to discuss $175-million gap in Helene funding Monday

State leaders to testify Monday about $175-million gap in funding for disaster recovery

Education

Attorney General's Office looking into allegations against Saint Augustine's board of trustees

Guilty: Teacher who abused special needs students must seek anger management treatment

Wake County schools making changes after WRAL investigation into alleged abuse

Wake County Schools knew of abuse allegations for 20 months before reporting to police, WRAL Investigates finds

NC disaster recovery agency failures: How did we get here?

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Cooper pardons NC men wrongfully convicted of murder, armed robbery

She was licensed as a foster and adoptive parent. Now she's charged with the murders of her two children

Durham mayor questions tone, perception after WRAL Investigates report on rising crime   

Gunfire and home break-ins: How Durham violence is spilling into Wake County neighborhoods

Nearly 40 players suspended by MEAC after NC Central-Howard brawl

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Wolfpack sprints past Colgate, 72-49

Kansas remains No. 1 in AP poll; Duke drops out of Top 10 with loss to Kentucky

How many days since UNC beat NC State? Kickoff time set for finale between rivals

Shaw women's soccer repeats as USCAA National Champions

Chris Metzger steps down as Montgomery Central head football coach

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Statewide Boys Basketball Top 25: Defending champ Reidsville is No. 1 in North Carolina

HighSchoolOT's latest regional Top 15 rankings for boys basketball

2024-25 North Carolina high school football coaching changes

High Point Central football coach Chuck Doak to retire after 30 years of coaching

A group of attorneys said they will pursue justice for people who worked or studied in North Carolina State University's Poe Hall and believe chemicals in the building made them sick.

Legal action planned against NC State over PCBs in Poe Hall  

Poe Hall at NC State University

'I'm gonna start swinging': Man won't be charged for tirade against utility workers

Caught on camera: Racist, verbal attack on utility workers in Raleigh

Even after wrongfully convicted people in North Carolina are exonerated, they aren't eligible for restitution for their time in prison unless also pardoned by the governor.

Gov. Roy Cooper pardons two men, making them eligible to seek restitution

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Avantae Deven, a Fayetteville mother charged with the murders of two of her adopted children, was a licensed foster and adoptive parent for years, with no prior concerns reported by the agency overseeing her placements.

Child welfare service reveals how mother accused of killing children was able to adopt them

North Carolina's Child Fatality Task Force is urging state lawmakers to make changes next year to reduce the rate of child gun deaths in the state.

State child health experts urge lawmakers to tighten safe gun storage laws

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5 On Your Side's Restaurant Ratings: Torero's Restaurant, Mezeh Grill, San Felipe Mexican Restaurant

Recall: Hallmark Star Wars tree ornament due to mold 

Tax Pros on Call: Plan now, save later

WRAL investigation reveals flaws in how Wake schools respond to reports of abuse

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Family members identify person shot by Durham officer as 16-year-old

Durham mayor responds to crime increases in Wake County

Landlord says he saw red flags about mother accused of killing adopted children

'A real mess': NC homeowner recounts extensive home damage caused by woman now charged with murdering adopted children

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Tom Snyder: AI power needs, available solar could transform energy landscape in southwest US

Guest column: Trump's second term could spark an American health tech revolution

Grace Ueng: Life lessons from HBS and MIT: Finding happiness and perspective

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Walmart heads into official start of holiday season with strong momentum after robust 3Q results

Trump's treasury pick could give an indication of what he plans to do about tariffs

No injuries: FujiFilm plant in Holly Springs evacuated after roof fire

US to add features such as blind spot warnings and pedestrian detection to vehicle crash ratings

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Go Ask Dad: A father's legacy of love

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One dead, dozens sickened after eating carrots contaminated with E. coli

Pet of the Day: Nov. 17, 2024

Crocs Sale: 2 for $50 Clogs, sandals and more through Nov. 20 for reward members

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Target Deals: Christmas trees up to 65% off, Carter's Baby Sleep N' Play pajamas only $5.60, Adult sleepwear starting at $7, Bath items 40% off

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