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72-year-old Michael Powell and 70-year-old Carolyn Powell were shot in the head at point blank range.

Couple found shot to death in front yard. Church community mourns members of 50+ years

WRAL NEWS IN RALEIGH. WELL, WE SURE HOPE HE PULLS THROUGH. >> HEY, WE'RE LEARNING NEW DETAILS ABOUT A COUPLE OF FOUND SHOT TO DEATH IN THEIR FRONT YARD. 72 YEAR-OLD MICHAEL POWELL AND 17 YEAR-OLD CAROLINE POWELL WERE KILLED AT THEIR HOME NEAR GASTON WREL'S HEIDI KIRK LIVE FOR US IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY. HEIDI. BOY, WHAT A TRAGEDY FOR THAT COMMUNITY. HARD TO IMAGINE WHAT THEY'RE WHAT THEY'RE FEELING TONIGHT. AND ASHLEY DAN, CAROLYN AND MICHAEL WERE PEOPLE THAT WERE KNOWN SO WELL THROUGHOUT THIS COMMUNITY. YOU WOULDN'T BELIEVE SOME OF THE STORIES THAT WE'VE HEARD ABOUT THEM TODAY. >> ESPECIALLY HERE AT THEIR CHURCH WHERE THEY HAVE ATTENDED SERVICE EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS. >> AND TO KNOW THEM WESTON, THOUGH, IT'S NOT TYPICAL TO FIND REVEREND TRAVIS JUDKINS AT CHURCH ON A MONDAY, BUT HE MET US HERE TO POINT OUT ONE SPECIAL SPOT ON THE PEW THAT WAS HER SEE RIGHT THERE. AND THANK YOU. PERHAPS WE'LL STILL SEE THE SCUFF MARKS ON HER BACK. >> AND PRINT IT. >> IN THE UPHOLSTERY, IT WAS THIS SPOT WHERE CAROLINE POWELL WOULD WATCH HER HUSBAND MICHAEL SINGING WITH THE CHOIR AND COOL SPRING MISSIONARY BAPTIST AND EVERY SUNDAY FOR 50 SOME YEARS THEY HAD THE ABILITY THAT OFTENTIMES ENTERING THE ROOM, ALTHOUGH NOT SAYING MUCH, THEY COULD CHANGE THE ATMOSPHERE OF THAT FOR THE BETTER. REVEREND JUDGE KEN SAYS THIS SUNDAY WAS NOT THE SAME WITHOUT THEM. >> TELLING US HE GOT THE CALL THAT THEY WERE FOUND DEAD ON THURSDAY. BOTH SHOT IN THE HEAD IN THEIR FRONT YARD ON MON CARE STREET. THEIR CAR TAKEN FROM THE DRIVEWAY. I COULD NOT SIT DOWN. OKAY. I SLEEP. SO I'VE MADE MY WAY TO GAS TO. >> HOPING HOPING THAT SOMEONE HAD THIS POLL. >> ONE DAY LATER, THIS MAN, 35 YEAR-OLD REEVE ARIAS BUTCHER WAS ARRESTED FOR THEIR DEATHS. THE NORTHAMPTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE TELLS US HE WAS A FAMILY MEMBER OF POWELL'S, BUT THE RELATION IS STILL UNCLEAR. JUDGE KEN SAYS THEIR DEATHS HAVE IMPACTED THE ENTIRE CONGREGATION. HOW DO YOU RECOVER AS A CONGREGATION FROM SOMETHING LIKE THIS? >> HONESTLY, I DON'T THINK YOU EVER DO RECOVER. NOR DO I THINK THAT YOU SHOULD. >> AND THERE'S STILL A LOT OF QUESTIONS OUT THERE. EXACTLY WHAT LED UP TO THE SHOOTING, THE BIGGEST ONES THAT WE HAVE ARE THINGS TO DO WITH THE MOTIVE BEHIND THE SHOOTINGS. AND WE'VE ASKED INVESTIGATORS AND THEY'RE STILL LOOKING INTO THAT. NOW. BUTCHER IS DUE BACK IN COURT ON NOVEMBER. 19TH, HEIDI KIRK, WRAL NEWS LIVE IN

Church community mourns couple killed; relative charged with murder

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

Car hit by gunfire at Crabtree

Woman drives around barricades on I-40, dies near NC-Tennessee line

Driver evades barriers, rolls off damaged part of I-40

NC's Morrow wants Trump to put her in charge of US education policy

Green tops Morrow to lead NC public schools

Food Lion hit by cyberattack

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Police chase in Durham ends with suspect in custody after crashing into utility pole

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Man shot multiple times in east Raleigh, rushed to hospital for surgery

Raleigh police responded to a shooting on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, on June Lane near North Fisher Street.

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As Monday night approaches, temperatures will drop into the low 60s and dip into the mid-50s overnight.

Weather shift: Cooler temperatures and rain expected this week

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A recount remains possible in the NC Supreme Court race. Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs still trails Republican challenger Jefferson Griffin. But as the final provisional and mail-in ballots are being counted, the race has tightened.

Too close to call: NC Supreme Court race could require a recount

2024 NC Supreme Court candidates Jefferson Griffin and Allison Riggs

Court records reveal that an 5-year-old child with a disability was seriously injured by a teacher, and two administrators allegedly attempted to cover it up.

Charter school staff face charges after alleged assault of 5-year-old child with disability

Toy manufacturer Mattel has apologized after mistakenly printing the web address of a pornographic site on the packaging of its newly launched "Wicked" dolls.

Mattel apologizes after mistakenly printing porn site on 'Wicked' movie dolls packaging

Mattel's 'Wicked' movie dolls mistakenly list pornography website on packaging

Three thieves broke into the PowerGPU computer company in Youngsville early Monday morning, spending over two hours inside before triggering an alarm and stealing $30,000 worth of camera equipment.

3 thieves steal $30K worth of camera equipment from Youngsville company

Authorities are investigating a sign that a hate group hung up at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham on Saturday. Signs from Patriot Front were also posted in various areas around downtown Durham.

'There is no place for hate': Authorities investigating signs linked to hate group hung at American Tobacco Campus and along I-40

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Scammers are posing as sheriff's office employees, even manipulating caller IDs to make it appear as though the calls are coming from our office. These fraudsters are using high-pressure tactics to demand payments in cryptocurrency.

Wake County Sheriff's Office warns of crypto scam

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Studies have shown that hyperbaric oxygen therapy - breathing 100% medical grade oxygen - can help ease the sleeplessness, depression and anxiety associated with PTSD.

Oxygen therapy offered free to vets with PTSD

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps veterans overcome PTSD 

Five days after Election Day, more than 3,600 ballots remain uncounted in New Hanover County, leaving pivotal local races in question.

More than 3,600 absentee ballots remain uncounted in New Hanover County

Avoid early voting lines, request an absentee ballot

North Carolina researchers are bringing cutting-edge green farming technology to the global climate stage at COP29, the United Nations climate talks in Azerbaijan, showcasing innovations that could revolutionize sustainable agriculture. 

North Carolina researchers bring green farming innovations to UN climate talks

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Similar to baby name trends, dog monikers have changed immensely over the years.

The most common dog names in North Carolina

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Standing there on the beach in the small town of Denmark in Western Australia on Friday afternoon was a male emperor penguin, about 2,100 miles from where one might expect to find it, in Antarctica.

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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 freebies and discounts

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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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Veterans Day is on Monday, and there are plenty of ways you can honor veterans around central North Carolina.

Veterans Day events: How you can honor veterans in the Triangle

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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

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'A-typical pneumonia' is landing more children in Triangle-area hospitals for treatment.

More children getting sick with pneumonia in NC

WRAL Investigates troubling crime trend of Durham violence spilling into Wake County

5OYS helps extended warranty customer get replacement refrigerator 

Tar Heel Traveler: Vet's missing medals 

Man hospitalized in east Raleigh shooting

Man hospitalized in shooting in east Raleigh

Fayetteville veteran gets free car in honor of her service

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'Probably one of the worst': Tow company manager describes scene of fiery crash on I-440 in Raleigh

NC State honors veterans with annual Veterans Day run Monday morning

Michael Grimm, former House member convicted of tax fraud, is paralyzed in fall from horse

Nation/World

Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far

Climate talks open with calls for a path away from the 'road to ruin.' But the real focus is money

A person is dead and 16 are hurt after a shooting at Tuskegee University; 1 arrest made

Satellite images and documents indicate China working on nuclear propulsion for new aircraft carrier

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

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Foodie News: Little Rey closer to opening at Raleigh Iron Works

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Holiday shopping: Discover unique local Triangle gift shops

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

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

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

New Hanover County Manager fears ballot counting process broke state statutes

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5 takeaways from North Carolina's elections

After top NC labor official's sudden resignation, Cooper names a replacement

Josh Stein announces transition team to governor's office

Biden speaks for first time since Trump elected 47th president of the US

NC high school students report getting anonymous racist text message

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Saint Augustine's University's $7 million loan comes with 26% interest, risk of loss of university property

Durham School of the Arts breaks ground on new building

Durham School of Arts breaks ground on new $240 million building

Durham Public Schools considers solutions to school bus driver shortage

Trump's second term: How RFK Jr. and key policy shifts could impact NC healthcare

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'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

How did Donald Trump and Josh Stein both win NC?

Questions remain after Election Day printer mishap causes confusion in Wilson

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

Duke rises to No. 6, UNC falls to No. 10 in AP Top 25 poll

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South Carolina a unanimous No. 1 in women's AP Top 25, Stanford and Oregon crack rankings

Pineiro's 36-yard field goal in OT lifts Panthers to 20-17 win over Giants in Germany

No. 9 NC State falls in Final Four rematch vs. No. 1 South Carolina

Late comeback falls short, No. 11 Duke loses at No. 18 Maryland 85-80

Cardinal Gibbons girls cross country No. 1 for second straight year in HSOT statewide rankings

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Marvin Ridge repeats as NC's No. 1 boys cross country team in final 2024 HSOT rankings

Interactive 2024 NCHSAA football state playoff brackets

2024 North Carolina high school basketball coaching changes

Pinecrest takes No. 1 in final girls golf rankings for the 2024 season

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.

Mo Green elected state superintendent in tight race

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

Congress 1st Davis Buckhout

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.

All 5 incumbents lead Wake school board races

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Nonprofit: Recycling confusion hurts efficiency and drives up costs 

National Recycling Day Friday: Refresh your recycling knowledge and avoid costly mistakes

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: IHOP, Nak Won Korean Restaurant and Ban Sen Noodle Bar

Visit in person to be sure day care is best for your baby

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Monday at 6 on WRAL: Durham crime is increasingly creeping into Wake County

Violence against healthcare workers is surging

Durham County ends controversial Bull City United anti-violence program

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

Investigations

Economic health checkup: Fairly good, but room for improvement

Guest column: Trump's return could unexpectedly accelerate AI innovation

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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Bitcoin has topped $87,000 for a new record high. What to know about crypto's post-election rally

Veterans face challenges starting small businesses but there are plenty of resources to help

Frustrated Americans await the economic changes they voted for with Trump

Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers hoping for student loan forgiveness

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Caffeine OD: Teens and younger ending up in ER

Cannabis helps with nausea, but use during pregnancy can hurt the baby

Tips on getting your baby ready for day care

State Board of Education to vote on policy change for pass/fail grades Thursday

First Walmart Black Friday sale is LIVE NOW online with excellent buys on toys, electronics, clothing, home and more!

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50% off Christmas trees, lights and decor at Target

New Swagbucks Team Challenge Nov. 11-17

Crocs Sale: Clogs and Sandals 2 for $50 through Nov. 11

Tar Heel Traveler: Rose's

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Gov. Sununu slams Biden over classified documents mess: 'Disorganized slob' who's not leading by example