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A WRAL News poll found again that the economy was one of the top issues for Republicans and Democrats ahead of Tuesday's election.

Republicans, Democrats agree on one thing: Economy is driving their vote

<p>HERE TODAY. KELSEY COFFEY, WRAL, NEWS LIVE IN RALEIGH. &gt;&gt; 5 DAYS OUT FROM ELECTION DAY, OUR NEW WRAL NEWS POLL SHOWS THE ECONOMY IS THE NUMBER ONE ISSUE DRIVING VOTERS TO THE POLLS. MICHELLE MACKONOCHIE JOINS US NOW TO BREAK DOWN THESE NEW NUMBERS. MICHELLE? YEAH, RENEE, THE ECONOMY. HE'S ONE OF THE TOP ISSUES FOR VOTERS HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA. OVERALL, 6 OUT OF 10 VOTERS RANK THE ECONOMY AS ONE OF THEIR TOP ISSUES. 56 1% OF RESPONDENTS SAID HEALTH CARE IS A TOP ISSUE. AND 54% SAID THEY'RE CONCERNED ABOUT DEFENDING DEMOCRACY AT CAMPAIGN STOPS IN NORTH CAROLINA YESTERDAY, VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS AND FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP SPOKE DIRECTLY TO THE ISSUE. I WILL GIVE. &gt;&gt; A MIDDLE-CLASS TAX CUT TO OVER 100 MILLION AMERICANS. ON PRICE GOUGING ON GROCERY. &gt;&gt; TO MAKE SURE THAT HARD-WORKING AMERICANS CAN ACTUALLY AFFORD A PLACE TO LIVE. SHE CAUSING INFLATION. &gt;&gt; BY SCHOOLING UP MY ENERGY POLICIES, SHE CAUSED THE INFLATION AND SPENDING WAY TOO MUCH MONEY ON THE GREEN NEW SCAM. SHE CAUSE IT. &gt;&gt; BUT WHY DID SHE DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT? &gt;&gt; OUR POLLS SHOW THE ECONOMY WAS RANKED EVEN HIGHER BY REPUBLICANS AND INDEPENDENT VOTERS. WHILE DEMOCRATS IDENTIFIED HEALTH CARE AS THEIR LEADING CONCERN. THAT'S</p>

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New WRAL News Poll shows the economy is top of mind for NC voters

How Is the Economy for Black Voters? A Complex Question Takes Center Stage.

Arrest made in sexual assault of young girl in Raleigh, police say

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Polling firm sues Robinson campaign over unpaid $114,000 invoice

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Weekend best bets: Durham Food Truck Rodeo, holiday fairs

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Raleigh apartment complex catches fire, six units damaged

Large apartment fire in Raleigh

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

Durham arrest: Jerry Guess

Late-deciding voters could determine NC's next attorney general, WRAL News Poll indicates

Meet the candidates for North Carolina attorney general 

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Neonatal nurses at UNC Health Rex dressed up some of the babies in costumes in preparation for a fun week of Halloween celebrations.

Lions and ladybugs: NICU babies at UNC Rex Health dress up for Halloween

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According to the Raleigh Police Department, officers arrested 22-year-old Jamarion Quaben Burton and charged him with felony discharging a weapon into occupied property.

Second arrest made in 'cowboy-style' gunfight at Crabtree Mall over the weekend

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Dennis Draughon, Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Democracy rises out of the mud and debris 

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second World Series championship in five seasons, overcoming a five-run deficit with the help of three Yankees defensive miscues and rallying on sacrifice flies from Gavin Lux and Mookie Betts in the eighth inning to beat New York 7-6 in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

Dodgers win World Series in 5 games, overcome 5-run deficit to beat Yankees 7-6 

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Warmer-than-average weather is likely into early November, as a southwest flow continues to move into North Carolina.

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Warming begins Wednesday

The two major party presidential candidates return to central North Carolina on Wednesday, where a WRAL News Poll shows a neck-and-neck race.

Trump, Harris deliver pitches in dueling North Carolina rallies in bid to win state

Harris, Trump supporters

According to Raleigh officials, a water main ruptured on the 2400 block of Crabtree Boulevard near Capital Boulevard and Raleigh Boulevard.



Water main break to close street near Capital Boulevard for several days

Water main break on Crabtree Boulevard

One person was killed during an armed robbery of a Loomis Fargo armored truck in Kings Mountain on Wednesday, police confirmed.

Armored truck worker killed during robbery at Kings Mountain ATM

The same poll had the race for president in North Carolina tied between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump. The disparity between the races has worried Republicans.

Stein has 15-point lead over Robinson in race for NC governor, WRAL News Poll shows

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

Garysburg Mayor and Fire Chief Roy Bell told WRAL News that the fire was contained, but oils from the peanuts were causing the flames to persist. 

Peanut warehouse fire in Northampton County could burn for weeks

Fire at peanut warehouse in Northampton County

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NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

North Carolina Voter Guide 2024: Who's running, how, where, when to vote in NC election

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From superheroes to tiny treats, Halloween costumes show creativity.

Silly, super, surprising: Share your Halloween costumes

The town of Wake Forest received several complaints regarding a Halloween decoration in front of a home on North Main Street.

Wake Forest residents complain about 'offensive' Halloween decoration

Halloween decoration stirs up controversy in Wake Forest

A long-dead star is set to go nova soon, making it visible in the evening sky for a short time.

Astronomers watch for zombie star to rise again

A long dead star feeds off its companion

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will both visit North Carolina on Wednesday, with rallies planned in Raleigh and Rocky Mount.

Trump, Harris in dead heat for NC with a week left to Election Day, WRAL News Poll finds

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My boss hates Halloween and every year, she struggles to find movies to watch that are in keeping with the spirit of the season but won't give her nightmares. I'm honestly tired telling her to watch the same movies every year, so I'm putting it in a list for easy reference. (Bosses like that, right?)

Like pumpkins more than Pennywise? Here are 15 Halloween movies for you

This Creepy Pennywise Balloon Lamp Is Perfect For The âItâ Fans In Your Life

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Firefighters were battling a serious apartment fire in Raleigh for more than four hours Thursday morning. 

Fire damages Raleigh apartment building

Florida man bitten twice by sharks at same beach 11 years apart

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What are the odds? Breaking down election gambling

2024 presidential election gambling

Water main break will keep Crabtree Blvd. in Raleigh closed for several days

Water main break on Crabtree Blvd. in Raleigh

Donald Trump arrives at rally in garbage truck following Biden's comments on supporters

Donald Trump arrives in garbage truck

Second arrest made in shootout outside Crabtree Valley Mall over the weekend

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'Permanent downsizing': Raleigh, Durham among top work-from-home destinations, as office vacancies rise

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Where to build new E.E. Smith High School? Cumberland County community debates new location

Trick-or-treat forecast: Halloween will be warm, dry and very dark. Use caution

Panthers to start Bryce Young vs. Saints, Andy Dalton expected to serve as backup

28-foot-tall Christmas tree delivered to Biltmore, reopening after Helene

Inflation cooled even further last month, likely solidifying more rate cuts

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Donald Trump boards a garbage truck to draw attention to Biden remark

Locked in Mideast wars and battered by sanctions, Iran is wary over US presidential election

Man who killed eagles and trafficked their parts faces sentencing Thursday

Elon Musk's $1M-a-day voter sweepstakes for Trump goes before a Philadelphia judge

The "Music for the Mountains" concert took place Sunday at Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater, rallying support for the recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Thousands attend 'Music for the Mountains' Sunday; Hurricane Helene relief surpasses $1 million

'Music for the Mountains' in Raleigh 

Help North Carolina rebuild: Music for the Mountains concert

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'Operation Save Christmas' underscores challenges for Christmas tree growers in western NC after Helene

Christmas tree farm in western NC

Foodie News: LaFarm Bakery expands, new Italian restaurants and brunch spot

Waffles for breakfast

Old Crow Medicine Show founder talks music, hurricane relief and this weekend's big benefit show

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Steep Canyon Rangers is working to help those affected by Helene in western NC

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Fact-checking Kamala Harris' 'closing argument' speech at the White House Ellipse

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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

Fact check: Did Washington Republicans vote against FEMA funding?

Fact check: Did Harris stage NC photo op with supplies that weren't sent to Helene victims?

RNC chair talks strategy week before presidential election

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NC superintendent race remains close as Election Day approaches

WRAL News Poll shows NC governor's race has largest gender gap on ballot

Presidential candidates rally in NC as Election Day nears

DNC chair talks strategy week before presidential election

Real estate owners offer land for E.E. Smith High School in Fayetteville

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COVID-19 led to extra college eligibility. Those 5th-year players are set for their last runs

Tailgates, concerts and community: The traditions of HBCU homecoming in the Triangle

'We can do better': Wake school board leaning toward cellphone policy, but not before public input

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

Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

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WRAL Investigates: Why some veterinarians face minor charges for deadly mistakes

Mailing in your ballot? Changes for 2024 election you need to know

Voter ID required: Get ready to show photo proof before you vote in NC

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

World Series: Freddie Freeman wins MVP award after tying record with 12 RBIs for Dodgers

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In 12-team College Football Playoff, strength of schedule will go a long way in deciding bracket

Yankee Stadium fans ejected after one pries ball out of Mookie Betts' glove at World Series

Roster chaos born of NIL money and the transfer portal have turned college hoops upside-down

No. 9 NC State gives new players plenty of run in exhibition vs. Anderson

The Starting 22: Best players from week 10 of high school football

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Here are the start times for the NCHSAA volleyball regional finals

These are the biggest NCHSAA boys & girls basketball storylines for 2024-25

North Carolina high school boys basketball recruiting tracker

North Carolina high school girls basketball recruiting tracker

Voters without ID should not be turned away. They can vote a provisional ballot or fill out an ID Exception Form.

Zebulon man says he was turned away from voting due to lack of ID 

Voter ID educational information at the Lee County Board of Elections office in Sanford, NC on Aug. 24, 2023. 

It's something Wake school board members have asked for, as the debate grows nationally about whether children spend too much time on their phones.

How should cellphones and laptops be used in classrooms? Wake plans survey, focus groups

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As schools hurt from teacher and bus driver shortages, bonuses have been a popular tool to help solve the problem.

Federal funds gave NC school employees more than $1B in bonuses. Now the money's gone

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explored what the proposed constitutional amendment means on 2024 North Carolina ballots.

In Depth with Dan: Making sense of the constitutional amendment on the NC ballot

As more companies adopt invasive employee surveillance tools, workers have a right to know how their personal information is being collected and used.

Agency outlines workers' rights when employers are monitoring them

First lady Jill Biden visited Fayetteville on Friday. Meanwhile, U.S. Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee visited Raeford.

First lady Jill Biden, GOP VP nominee JD Vance visit NC

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Maytag oven explodes: How 5 On Your Side helped a local grandmother

Poll workers' mistake: Voters get wrong ballot, allowed to vote again

5 On Your Side: Are sugar alternatives healthy?

Voter ID required, but if you forget, there are options

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WRAL Investigates: Why some veterinarians face minor consequences for deadly errors

1,700 fire safety violations: Wake County schools cited for failing to inspect fire alarms, sprinklers

Wake Schools safety violations uncovered in WRAL investigation sound alarms for student safety

Lawmakers could require more staff at nursing homes, but it would be costly

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Grace Ueng: Cultivating happiness hygiene â small habits, big results

âPermanent downsizingâ: Raleigh, Durham among top work-from-home destinations, as office vacancies rise

SpaceX's true achievement: Cost reduction opens up room for extraterrestrial innovation

All Things Open returns to Raleigh with news and events

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'Wind phones' offer new way for grieving family, friends to connect with deceased loved ones 

US economy grew at a solid 2.8% pace last quarter on strength of consumer spending

Google challenges OpenAI's calls for government A.I. czar