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The polls for nearly all North Carolina counties have closed Tuesday as the state picks a president, governor, state superintendent, state legislature and dozens of other officials who operate federal, state and local government. Here's what you need to know. 

Election Day live: Kamala Harris holds early NC lead as first results are released

PARTIES AND LIVE ANALYSIS AS THE RESULTS COME IN. FIRST, BRIAN TRADERS IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER WITH BREAKING ELECTION NEWS OUT OF WILSON COUNTY. BRIAN. SKY 5 IS OVER. GARDENERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN ELM CITY WHERE THEY HAD SOME PROBLEMS THIS MORNING AND IN THE PAST HALF HOUR, WE'VE LEARNED THAT THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS HAS VOTED TO EXTEND THE VOTING. THEY'RE AN ADDITIONAL 30 MINUTES, ACCORDING TO WHAT WE'VE LEARNED FROM ABOUT 6.40, THIS MORNING TO JUST AFTER 08:00AM POLL WORKERS WERE NOT ABLE TO PRINT OUT AUTHORIZATION FORMS TO VOTE. THEY DID COLLECT THE NAMES OF THE VOTERS WHO ARE IN LINE AT THAT POINT. AND THIS AFTERNOON IN A 5 TO NOTHING UNANIMOUS BIPARTISAN VOTE, THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS VOTED TO EXTEND THE VOTING HOURS THERE UNTIL 08:00PM. SO THE RESULTS OUT OF WILSON COUNTY COULD BE DELAYED. >> GRACE TEVA IS THERE THE SAME? SHE SAYS THEY'RE ABOUT 30 PEOPLE IN LINE RIGHT NOW. SHE'S GOING TO BE FOLLOWING

Elm City polling site will stay open until 8 p.m.

Voters in line at polling site in Wilson County

The Latest: Harris and Trump camps project confidence as results for historic election trickle in

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What weâll know and when weâll know it: A guide to election night

What Weâll Know and When Weâll Know It: A Guide to Election Night

NC voting issues: Voting extended to 8 p.m. at Wilson County and Burke County polling site

Gardners Elementary School, a voting precinct in Wilson County

How the state counts your votes on Election Night

Wake County Board of Elections

I-40 access to Tennessee-NC border to reopen by New Year's Day 

I-40 damage near the North Carolina-Tenneseee border

How the election could unfold: Four scenarios

How the Election Could Unfold: Four Scenarios

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Republican state lawmakers redrew the district's lines in 2023, creating three overwhelmingly Democratic seats and 10 safe GOP seats along with one toss-up district.

NC's congressional delegation expected to shift to the right

Congress 1st Davis Buckhout

As North Carolinians head to the polls, concerns over potential violence and intimidation have cast a shadow over Election Day.

Law enforcement boost security amid rising voter fears on Election Day 

Voter safety concerns in Wake County  

In the western portion of the state, 59% of registered voters voted before Election Day -- that's higher than the statewide turnout of 57% of registered voters.

Western NC voter turnout is 'heartwarming,' where some polling sites moved to tents

Yancey County polling place

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

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

Democrat Stein takes lead into Tuesday as GOP's Robinson hopes for upset in race for NC governor

Josh Stein, Mark Robinson, candidates for North Carolina governor 2024

The forecast this week brings another warmer-than-average pattern with temperatures expected to reach near 80. 

Election Day wraps up with temperatures dropping into the 60s, warmer days continue throughout the week

Evening weather at the polls 

A WakeMed nurse, Kellianne McGuire, faces serious felony charges after allegedly stealing 2500 mL of fentanyl from an IV bag, leveraging her position within the hospital.

WakeMed nurse accused of stealing fentanyl on the job

North Carolina's constitution already bans non-citizens from voting. A proposed new constitutional amendment would keep that the case, using slightly different words. Supporters say it's necessary to send a message.

Citizen-only voting amendment on the ballot for NC voters

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Five candidates are vying to become Raleigh mayor: Janet Cowell, Paul Fitts, Eugene Myrick, Terrance "Truth" Ruth and James Shaughnessy IV.

Raleigh mayor race: Affordable housing, public safety top issues for city's next leader

Five candidates are vying to become Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell, James Shaughnessy IV, Paul Fitts, Terrance "Truth" Ruth and Eugene Myrick.

A homeschooler and a career public school system administrator are facing off in a race that's drawn national attention.

Morrow vs. Green: NC voters to choose a new education leader Tuesday

Maurice Green, Michele Morrow

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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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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

On Monday, we could learn what's next after the end of Bull City United, an anti-violence program in Durham.

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

Bull City United 

As rising sea levels rapidly reshape North Carolina's coastline, communities are facing devastating erosion, leaving homes to crumble into the sea. Homeowners are grappling with challenges and costly solutions to protect the state's coastal future.

Rising tides: The impact of sea level rise on North Carolina's coast

Drone 5 shows beachfront homes in the town of Rodanthe are at risk of collapsing into the Atlantic Ocean.

Attulah Walker's Maytag stovetop unexpectedly turned on and exploded while she was asleep, causing significant damage to her kitchen and prompting concerns about safety. 

Cameron grandmother calls for Maytag oven recall after her stove explodes

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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.

Mark Robinson, Josh Stein vying to become next NC governor

Five candidates vying to become Raleigh mayor

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103-year-old woman votes in presidential election

NC District 1 could tip national balance of power

Residents told to boil water because of E.coli bacteria 

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Death investigation launched after inmate found unresponsive at Harnett Correctional Institution

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Durham man sentenced to over 11 years for armed robbery at BP gas station 

State Board of Elections to conduct post-election audit Wednesday

Homicide investigation underway after deadly shooting in Wilson

Jeff Jackson, Dan Bishop face off to replace Stein as attorney general

The polls are close. The results might not be.

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Here are the governor's races to watch

Voting nationwide has been mostly orderly, despite non-credible bomb threats from Russian origin

Tropical Storm Rafael near hurricane intensity as it barrels toward Cuba and Cayman Islands

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

Dive into the magic of the holiday season in the Triangle area with a plethora of festive activities to enjoy. Embrace the spirit of the season and make unforgettable memories with family and friends.


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

Outdoor holiday market

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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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

North Carolina congressional race could tip balance of power

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

NC governor's race: Josh Stein and Mark Robinson vying to succeed Roy Cooper

Democrats hope to break GOP supermajority in North Carolina General Assembly

New faces expected for most of North Carolina's executive-branch seats. Races to watch.

Wake voters are choosing five school board seats Tuesday

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NC leaders will elect new leader of public schools Tuesday

Man shot overnight at Shaw University homecoming celebration

Man shot at Shaw University homecoming celebration after argument in parking lot, university says

NC superintendent race remains close as Election Day approaches

NC voters trust election results, but partisan divides linger, WRAL News Poll shows

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Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

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Freshmen Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel help No. 7 Duke roll past Maine in opener

Pack opens season by sprinting past Spartans, 97-66

Davis scores 24, helps rally No. 9 North Carolina past Elon

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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

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.

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

A house in a desirable neighborhood is now filled with critters and falling to pieces. Fed-up neighbors say it's been a decade and the city still hasn't done anything about it.

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

Less than one-quarter of likely Republican voters expressed full confidence that their votes will be accurately counted, and 40% said they had little to no confidence. Elections officials are trying to combat election skepticism.

WRAL News Poll shows how much trust NC voters have in elections

Voters fill out their ballots during the early voting period.

Outdated FEMA flood maps labeled thousands of North Carolina homes as "low risk," leaving residents blindsided when Hurricane Helene flooded their communities. One survivor's story reveals why accurate flood risk data is more urgent than ever.


Outdated flood maps left NC homeowners vulnerable to Helene's fury

WRAL reporter Liz McLaughlin stands with homeowner Melinda Williams where her home once stood in Banner Elk, before floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed it

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Beware of scams on Election Day, Attorney General Josh Stein warns

College ID is valid for voting

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

5 On Your Side: Updating home fire detection

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Person killed in shooting on Sunshine Drive in Rocky Mount

Durham County ends Bull City United program

Bull City United discontinued: Durham County leaders terminate anti-violence program

Nebraska man charged with human trafficking victims in Durham also under investigation for fraud

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

Mike Walden: For third month, NC leading indicators are lower

Wilmington's Artemis Immersive wins NC Tech award for groundbreaking 3D healthcare app

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