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An amber alert has been issued for two children from Haywood County Monday night. 

Amber Alert issued: Two missing children from Haywood County    

Alazay Shelby Rose and Kinley Maelena Stepp

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

Investigation underway after body found in Cary home

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

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

16-year-old shot by Durham officer at car meet-up recovering in hospital

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

8 men arrested in human trafficking undercover operation in Wake Forest

Zebulon school bus driver charged for injuring 3-year-old  

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A bicyclist died Monday after being hit by an SUV in Fayetteville, according to police.

Bicyclist dies after crash with SUV on Ramsey Street in Fayetteville

"We're trying to fight to get to the playoffs, and now we got some guys suspended over nonsense," NCCU head coach Trei Oliver said Monday. 

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

Oliver calls postgame fight 'foolishness,' awaits punishments for players

This week will start off warm, with highs reaching into the 70s Monday through Wednesday. 

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

Rain chances on the rise 

People close to the president and his aides are laying the groundwork for expanding detention facilities to fulfill his mass deportation campaign promise. They are also preparing executive actions that are a call back to his first term in office and could be rolled out as soon as Trump takes office, sources say.

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

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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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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 North Carolina's controversial House Bill 10

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

Almost two months after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on western North Carolina, Republican lawmakers grilled officials Monday over how they handled two other hurricanes that hit the state several years ago.

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

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More than 100,000 residents in western North Carolina were allowed to drink and bathe using water from their home faucets on Monday, nearly two months after Hurricane Helene destroyed much of the local water system.

Asheville water clear to drink, boil advisory lifted

Asheville Has Tap Water, but No One Knows When It Will Be Drinkable

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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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

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Former Wake County teacher James Rencher was accused of assaulting two students in his East Wake High School class in 2022, and those assaults went unreported until a series of reports by WRAL News.

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

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Stepping into Angus Barn at Christmas time is one of Raleigh's most memorable holiday experiences. The glitzy, twinkling wonderland has grown each year since the tradition began around 20 years ago - culminating in over 20,000 decorations and weeks of work from Santa's elves.

Wonderland at Angus Barn: Grieving sisters started one of Raleigh's most beloved holiday traditions 

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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

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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Spear points, hammer stones and picks lost to history under layers of leaves, roots and rocks â it was the evidence Scott Ashcraft was looking for.

Whistleblower sounds alarm about destruction of tribal sites in North Carolina

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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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Protesters speak out against House Bill 10 at vigil tonight 

Protesters speak out against house bill 10 at vigil tonight 

Death investigation underway in Carty neighborhood 

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

Mailbag: Should ballots of deceased voters count?

NC disaster relief agency is behind and over budget

Meetups, racing a years-long concern in Durham

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Legal action over Poe Hall likely to begin next year 

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IV bag maker flooded in McDowell County resumes deliveries post-Helene

Fayetteville police looking for man after report he offered a ride, assaulted woman

Kiki the boxer euthanized due to deteriorating health after owner surrenders emaciated dog

Rod Stewart bringing 'One Last Time' tour to Raleigh

Court-martialed military veteran sentenced to over 4 years in prison for Capitol riot attack

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Moscow warns the US over allowing Ukraine to hit Russian soil with longer-range weapons

Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy as financial losses pile up and debt payments loom

Trump's defense secretary nominee paid accuser but denies sexual assault, attorney says

Biden authorizes Ukraine to use US-supplied longer range missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia

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.

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

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Pop-up bars bring holiday cheer in the Triangle 

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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.

State disaster relief chief pressed on program's budget shortfall

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

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

Trump's nominations put NC's Tillis under the microscope. Why he's the nation's 'most vulnerable' GOP senator

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Nov. 14

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

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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

Case dismissed against Saint Augustine's University Board of Trustees

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

Wolfpack sprints past Colgate, 72-49

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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

Necas scores twice in 4-point night as Hurricanes beat Blues 4-1

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

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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

Lawrence Ches steps down as the head football coach at Trask

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

Amazon set to unveil new project in Edgecombe County

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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

Wolfspeed looks for new CEO as Durham chipmaker continues strategic shift

Boeing issues layoff notices to 400-plus workers as it begins drastic cuts

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5 ways to support a loved one in recovery

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

Pet of the Day: Nov. 17, 2024

Best museums to visit in Fayetteville

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Chipotle releases lemonade-scented candle in a nod to customers who steal the drink