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In a one-on-one phone interview, WRAL News talks to the mother of 23-year-old Andrew Graney, who was charged in series of Raleigh shootings.


'Out of character': Mom of accused Raleigh shooter shocked to learn of son's arrest

THE WEEKEND AND SOME RAIN. I'LL SHOW YOU HOW TO PLAN AROUND. >> A COURT HEARING NEWLY RELEASED SEARCH WARRANTS AND AN INTERVIEW YOU'LL HEAR ONLY ON WRAL. WE'RE TRACKING ALL NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN THAT STRING OF SHOOTINGS IN WEST RALEIGH. GOOD AFTERNOON TO YOU. I'M JEFF HOGAN. >> AND I'M RENEE CHOU. THANKS FOR JOINING US IN ABOUT AN HOUR. ANDREW GRAINY, THE MAN CHARGED WITH A DOZEN SHOOTINGS IS EXPECTED TO FACE A JUDGE AND WE WILL BE THERE. CHELSEA DONOVAN IS LOOKING OVER THE WARRANTS. BUT WE WANT TO START WITH CHRIS LOVINGOOD ONLY ON WRAL, CHRISTOPHER GRAY, KNEES, MOTHER ON THE PHONE. CHRIS, WHAT DID SHE SAY ABOUT HER SON? WELL, RENEE AND JEFF, WHEN WE HAVE STORIES LIKE THIS, RIGHT, WHERE SOMEONE'S ACCUSED OF CRIMES, ESPECIALLY CRIMES AS SERIOUS AS SHOOTING INTO CARS AND BUILDINGS. IT IS SO IMPORTANT THAT WE HEAR FROM THOSE WHO KNOW THE SUSPECT'S PAST. >> AND AFTER TALKING TO ANDREW GREEN, HIS MOTHER, SHE MADE IT CLEAR THE MEN WERE DESCRIBING IS NOT THE SON. SHE RECOGNIZES. >> WITHIN MILES OF EACH OTHER, 12 REPORTED SHOOTINGS CARRIED OUT OVER THE SPAN OF 4 DAYS. AND ANDREW GAINING IS THE 23 YEAR-OLD NC STATE STUDENT ARRESTED IN THESE CASES. >> OH, MY GOODNESS. FLORIDA ARE SAY THERE'S HIS BODY HAIR. HE WAS SO CLEAN CUT. THAT IS THE VOICE OF TRACK. A GRAINY ANDREW'S MOTHER. >> SHE DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT THE SHOOTINGS. THE POLICE SEARCH, HER SON'S ARREST. ANY OF IT. AND SO I TOLD HER AND EVEN THEN SHE DIDN'T BELIEVE IT. AT FIRST. >> IT IS TOTALLY OUT OF CHARACTER THAT I DIDN'T LOOK ANYTHING OR NOT. AND BECAUSE IT I JUST THOUGHT IT MUST BE A SPAM TEXT THAT I'VE RECEIVED FROM ME. THE ANDREW GRAINY, SHE SAYS SHE KNOWS IS A STRAIGHT A STUDENT, AN EAGLE SCOUT, A FRIENDLY MAN WHO DIDN'T INTERACT WITH GUN. WHAT I CAN SWEAR NEVER ALLOWED TO PLAY WITH GUNS, NOT WATER GUYS. STATE GUYS, ANYTHING THEY WANT THE GUN. IT WAS ABSOLUTELY NOT ALLOW. WE TALKED ABOUT THE CHANGES. HER SON FACED 11 COUNTS OF DISCHARGING A WEAPON INTO AN OCCUPIED VEHICLE OR DWELLING. AND ONE COUNT OF ASSAULT. BUT STILL, SHE COULD NOT BELIEVE IT. HE JUST MAKES WINNING COLUMN MAYONNAISE AND CRY. >> IF THIS IS JUST NOT. THIS IS NOT PASS ON SOMEBODY. SOMEBODY HAS INFLUENCE THIS CHILD. POLICE HAVE NOT SAID IF ANYONE ELSE WAS INVOLVED WITH ANDREW GRANTING AND THOSE REPORTED CRIMES. >> AND TREVOR GREEN, HE SAYS THE LAST TIME SHE SAW HER SON WAS OVER THE SUMMER, VOLUNTEERING WITH OPEN DOOR MINISTRIES. SHE DOESN'T LIVE IN WAKE COUNTY WHERE HER SON IS JAIL. BUT SHE HOPES THAT SHE

Mother opens up about son accused in series of shootings in Raleigh

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A new law in North Carolina requires hospitals to have law enforcement officers and better tracking of assaults on health care workers. A new training program is also being developed to enhance training for nurses and nursing students to better prepare them for dealing with violence in the workplace.

'I don't think the general public has any idea': As assaults on health care workers rise, there's a growing push to find solutions

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Raleigh police have made a third arrest after shots were fired Oct. 26 in a parking deck at Crabtree Valley Mall, striking several cars.



Crabtree Valley Mall shootings: Third arrest made after 'cowboy-style' gunfight 

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Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 -- I can no longer count the number of times I've counted out Donald Trump. Every time, what I thought would stagger him made him stronger. ... Every time, he bobbed back up, defying convention and luring voters I thought he had lost.

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The eagerly anticipated fast-casual Northern Mexican concept from chef Ford Fry, Little Rey, will open at Raleigh's Iron Works in December.


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As election season ends, thousands of campaign signs litter North Carolina's roadsides--but getting rid of them isn't so simple. Learn how these signs impact the environment and explore creative ways to recycle or repurpose them instead of sending them to the landfill.


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A fiery crash slowed traffic for several hours Friday morning, blocking all eastbound lanes of Interstate 440 in Raleigh near Crabtree Valley Mall.

Fiery crash in Raleigh blocks I-440 at Glenwood Avenue for hours, traffic moving again

Fiery crash in Raleigh blocks I-440 at Glenwood Avenue

A groundbreaking on Friday will celebrate the start of work on Durham School of the Arts' new location.

Durham School of Arts to break ground on new $240 million building

Durham School of the Arts: Renderings for new building

MADISON, Wis. (AP) â A 13-year-old boy who had researched school shootings online was arrested hours after he tried to enter a Wisconsin elementary school with suspicious bags, police said.

Teen is in custody after trying to enter Wisconsin elementary school while armed, police say

Teen arrested for shooting, killing 14-year-old boy in Sanford

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Harris Teeter will open a new location in Apex on Tuesday, Nov. 12.



Harris Teeter opens third Apex location this month

Harris Teeter Store, Cary, NC

To thank veterans and current military members for their service, many businesses are offering free meals, restaurant deals, grocery store and retail discounts and more on Veteran's Day this year!

List of Veterans Day 2024 free meals and discounts

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

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There are some easy ways to make the transition from home to day care smoother for you and your child.

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Federally licensed enrolled agents will be taking your calls, answering questions about everything from adjusting your withholding to dealing with penalties and changes to tax law.

Tax Pros on Call: Plan now, save later

Tax Pros on Call Wednesday

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has announced that one lane of traffic will be open in each direction on I-40 near Pigeon River Gorge by New Year's Day.

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Researchers are sounding the alarm about children and teens abusing caffeinated drinks.

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Third man charged in shootout at Crabtree mall

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Three people charged with murder after 23-year-old killed in Durham shooting 

Cary voters reject bond, putting plans for South Hills sports complex on hold 

Durham Public Schools considering solutions to school bus driver shortage

WRAL viewers report receiving racist texts around Election Day

'Let Them Fly:' Contest to compose new anthem for America

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New DNA evidence rewrites long-told stories of people in ancient Pompeii

Southern California firefighters make progress against wildfire as fierce winds start to subside

Trump victory spurs worry among migrants abroad, but it's not expected to halt migration

A new and unique indoor golf club experience is coming to downtown Raleigh this month.

Golf, Golf, Golf: New indoor golf lounge opens in downtown Raleigh with unique simulators 

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Weekend best bets: NC Comicon, BBQ and holiday events

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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

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

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences 

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

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Questions remain after Election Day printer mishap causes confusion in Wilson

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Fayetteville State alum reflects on long career in public service, embraces successor

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Some NC legislative races head toward recount with Democrats poised to break GOP supermajority

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No. 9 Tar Heels visit No. 1 Kansas in only second on-campus showdown between college hoops titans

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Holliday: Duke and State, two teams playing well, face off in Raleigh

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty compares Raleigh's string of shootings compares to the 2002 "Beltway snipers" in Washington, D.C. and the 2003 shootings in Columbus, Ohio.

How Raleigh's string of shootings compares to 2002 'Beltway snipers' in DC, 2003 Columbus shooting, 

Democrat Mo Green appears to have topped Republican Michele Morrow in the race to be North Carolina's next public school leader, and Morrow has conceded the race to Green.

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

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

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Incumbent Democrat Don Davis is running against Republican Laurie Buckhout.

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Five elections could mean some new board members, but they may not lead to a switch from the board's Democratic lean to Republican one.

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Violence against healthcare workers is surging

Durham County ends controversial Bull City United anti-violence program

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Investigations

Donald Thompson: Common leadership tools donât teach the critical art of engagement

Wolfspeed laying off hundreds. Company confirms most will be in NC

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