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Multiple cars were hit by gunfire on Wednesday morning along Interstate 40 near Chapel Hill Road, adding to similar reports of cars being shot at on Monday.

Raleigh police investigating 6 reports of cars being shot at along I-40

Police address cars shot at along I-40 in Wake County

Police provide details after cars shot at along I-40 in Wake County

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The Latest: Trump wins US presidency, Harris delivers concession speech

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Democrats break Republican supermajority in North Carolina General Assembly

North Carolina State Rep. Ken Fontenot

Record-breaking warmth as RDU hits mid-80s Wednesday; light rain possible overnight

Record highs for Nov. 6

NC voters 'chose a more positive way forward' in state schools race, Green says

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Wilson man charged with intimidating, assaulting woman in sporting goods store 

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Helene healing: 310 miles of Blue Ridge Parkway restored, Asheville parks reopen

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HAVANA (AP) â Hurricane Rafael made landfall in Cuba on Wednesday as a powerful Category 3 hurricane, shortly after powerful winds knocked out the countryâs power grid.

Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in Cuba as Category 3 storm after knocking out power on island

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North Carolina Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson resigned Wednesday, according to the state Department of Labor.



North Carolina Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson resigns

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New York (CNN) â US stocks rocketed higher Wednesday following a decisive and consequential victory for former President Donald Trump in Tuesdayâs US presidential election.

Markets close at record highs as Trump is reelected

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The race to replace incumbent superintendent Catherine Truitt attracted outside attention due to the presence of Republican Michele Morrow.

Democrat Green tops Morrow in North Carolina superintendent race

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Democrat Josh Stein, during a victory speech Tuesday, emphasized his support for education funding and abortion rights, two potential upcoming fights with a state legislature that will keep its Republican majority.

Democrat Stein claims victory in NC governor's race. Robinson says he'll reassess political future

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Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 -- If there's any mandate coming out of Tuesday's voting in North Carolina, it belongs to governor-elect Josh Stein who swept into office with the widest victory margin for a governor - 15 points - since 1976.

Editorial: Voters give Josh Stein clear and loud mandate for NC

Josh Stein claimed victory in the North Carolina governor's race on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

Democrat Jeff Jackson defeated Republican Dan Bishop in a race between two sitting members of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Jackson tops Bishop in race to be North Carolina's next attorney general

Jeff Jackson on Election Day

State Sen. Rachel Hunt would become the first Democrat to win the lieutenant governor's seat since 2008.

Democrat Hunt appears poised to replace Robinson; other Council of State races close

Race for NC lieutenant governor: Hal Weatherman vs. Rachel Hunt

Former State Treasurer Janet Cowell is due to become the 63rd mayor of Raleigh. She had close to 60% of the vote late Tuesday night.

Former state treasurer Janet Cowell to become next Raleigh mayor

Janet Cowell addressed supporters on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

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WRAL will have complete results as votes are counted in 400+ national, state and local races.

2024 election results: Presidential election, Congressional balance of power

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Celebrate the best local businesses in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and across the Triangle in the 2024 WRAL Voters' Choice Awards ballot.

2024 WRAL Voters' Choice Awards (Ends 12/11/24)

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Apparently, this is a trend: Americans are decorating even earlier this fall as a way to cope with the stress of the election.


Go Ask Dad: Christmas in November

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For early in-person voting, the state stationed 32 tabulators at 22 early voting sites, which are transported to the Wake County Board of Elections. At 7:30 p.m., the state processes results from these tabulators. Each machine is equipped with a memory stick that records results as the machine scans early voting ballots.

How the state counts your votes on Election Night

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In Durham's Woodcroft neighborhood, a home has remained abandoned for more than a decade.

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

'CONDEMNED' sign on the door of 109 Old Fox Trail in Durham

Democrat Mo Green or Republican Michele Morrow will oversee the implementation of state education laws, overcoming lingering Covid-19 learning loss and more than $13 billion in state and federal funds for 1.5 million students.

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

Mo Green and Michele Morrow are running for North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Former State Treasurer Janet Cowell is due to become the 63rd mayor of Raleigh. She close to 60% of the vote late Tuesday night.


Raleigh Mayor-Elect Janet Cowell to address housing

Mo Green elected state superintendent in tight race

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World leaders have varying views on Trump victory

Christmas movies opening in theaters this weekend

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Man inherits 40,000 books, starts bookstore in his home

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Students return to Freedom Trail Elementary after Helene shuts down school for nearly 30 days

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Stolen vehicle rams Durham police car, leads officers on chase

Wilson County Sheriff's Office is asking for public's help in finding stolen propane truck

State Board of Elections to conduct post-election audit Wednesday

Trump critic-turned-ally JD Vance elected vice president, offering glimpse at GOPâs potential future

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Rescue workers pull 30 bodies from apartments in Lebanon after Israeli strike

Judge sets early 2025 trial for ex-prosecutor charged with meddling in Ahmaud Arbery investigation

AP VoteCast: Voter anxiety over the economy and a desire for change return Trump to the White House

Republicans take Senate majority and eye unified power with Trump

Can't seem to find the right gift? These local shops have great selections of unique gifts and could be your one-stop shopping spot.


Holiday shopping: Discover unique local Triangle gift shops

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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

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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Out & About

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

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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

Donald Trump has sweeping plans for a second administration. Here's what he's proposed

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Green tops Morrow to lead NC public schools

Stein claims victory over Robinson in NC governor's race

Donald Trump has defeated Kamala Harris to become 47th president of US, CNN projects 

Incumbent Democrat Don Davis claims victory over Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout

NC students couldn't take core classes pass/no pass, under proposed policy change

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NC education leader race: Mo Green and Michele Morrow running for NC Superintendent of Public Instruction

Election Day live: Ballots from Election Day polling arrive at Wake Co. Board of Elections offices

All 5 incumbents lead Wake school board races

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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 

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

Panthers stick with Bryce Young vs. Giants, but QB's long-term future in Carolina still unclear

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No. 4 Miami, No. 13 SMU sit unbeaten and tied atop ACC and as surprise options for 12-team playoff

Brooks, James carry No. 9 NC State past ETSU 80-55 in season opener

Necas scores go-ahead goal with 29 seconds left, Hurricanes beat Flyers 6-4

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

The Starting 22: Best players from week 11 of high school football

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Schools submit proposal asking NCHSAA to sanction girls flag football as an official sport

NCHSAA girls dual-team tennis regional playoff scores

Boys soccer playoff projections for the 2024 postseason

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Josh Stein will be North Carolina's next governor, defeating Republican challenger Mark Robinson.

Democrat Josh Stein projected to win NC governor's race over Mark Robinson

Democrat Josh Stein addresses supporters after winning the race for NC governor

North Carolina voters are choosing between Democrat Josh Stein and Republican Mark Robinson to succeed Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, who won two terms.

Mark Robinson, Josh Stein vying to become next NC governor

Incumbent Democrat Don Davis is running against Republican Laurie Buckhout.

NC District 1 could tip national balance of power

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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 warns against voter intimidation

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Durham County commissioners met Monday for the first time since announcing the elimination of Bull City United.

Durham County ends controversial Bull City United anti-violence program

'It's a crime': Officials warn against voter intimidation at the polls

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College ID is valid for voting

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

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Violence against healthcare workers is surging

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

Filled with critters and abandoned for a decade: WRAL investigates who's responsible when a home becomes a health hazard

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While you sleep, Wilmington startup senses, suggests for better health

Grace Ueng: How can I turn rituals into habits?

Building tomorrow: Regional collaboration leads to smart city advancements

Mike Walden: Social Security must change to continue. But how?

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Bernie Marcus, The Home Depot co-founder and billionaire philanthropist, dies at 95

Q&A: How to foster workplace respect during election season

Boeing's machinists strike is over but the troubled aerospace giant still faces many challenges

South Korea fines Meta $15 million for illegally collecting information on Facebook users

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The importance of intergenerational community

Four things to know if your child is a picky eater

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

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