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Donald Trump was on the verge of clinching the presidency Wednesday after winning Pennsylvania, putting him just three electoral votes shy of defeating Kamala Harris to secure his return to the White House.

Trump on the verge of clinching presidency after win in Pennsylvania

RAIN AND THE NEXT WEEK. COMING UP. >> THANKS FOR THAT. ELIZABETH. FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP IS CLOSE TO CLAIMING A SECOND TERM AS PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. THIS IS A LIVE LOOK RIGHT NOW AT THE WHITE HOUSE THIS MORNING. RIGHT NOW, TRUMP HAS 267 ELECTORAL VOTES, 3 AWAY FROM THE MAGIC NUMBER OF 2.70, VICE PRESIDENT. KAMALA HARRIS HAS 224 VOTES. WRAL'S HEIDI KIRK JOINS US LIVE FROM THE WAKE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS OFFICE. HEIDI, TRUMP WAS ABLE TO SECURE MAJOR BATTLEGROUND VICTORIES, INCLUDING HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA >> JUST THAT'S RIGHT. IT'S BEEN A BUSY DAY HERE AT THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS WHERE I'M STANDING, WHERE THEY'VE BEEN WORKING TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL 2000 PRECINCTS HERE IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, EVERY SINGLE VOTE IS COUNTED. NOW, LET'S GET STRAIGHT TO THAT ELECTORAL MAP AND BREAK DOWN SOME OF THOSE NUMBERS FOR YOU NOW, AS YOU'RE GOING TO SEE HERE, YOU'LL SEE THAT FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP HAS 267 OUT OF THE 270 ELECTORAL VOTES WE NEEDED TO WIN THE WHITE HOUSE. REPUBLICAN DONALD TRUMP HAS BEEN PROJECTED TO WIN 3 OF THE 7. >> HEAVILY CONTESTED BATTLEGROUND STATES INCLUDING HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA, NOW VOTES IN OTHER SWING STATES ARE STILL BEING COUNTED, INCLUDING ARIZONA, MICHIGAN, NEVADA AND WISCONSIN. THE MARGINS WERE SLIM HERE IN THE BATTLEGROUND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA. ACCORDING TO THOSE RESULTS FROM THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF ELECTIONS, 100% OF ALL 2,658 PRECINCTS HAVE REPORTED THEIR RESULTS OUT OF NOW. >> NOW, FORMER PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP ONE MORE THAN 50% OF THE VOTE. NOW TRUMP SPOKE IN FLORIDA WITHIN JUST THE LAST 2 HOURS DECLARING HIS VICTORY. AND OF COURSE, IT'S WORTH NOTING THAT AT THIS POINT WE DO NOT KNOW FOR SURE THAT THE FORMER PRESIDENT HAS WON THE ELECTION AND IT'S WORTH NOTING THAT ELECTIONS OFFICIALS SAY THAT ELECTION NIGHT RESULTS ARE UNOFFICIAL UNTIL THEY ARE CERTIFIED. 10 DAYS AFTER THE ELECTION. >> HEIDI KIRK, WRAL, NEWS LIVE IN RALEIGH. >> THIS MORNING, WE'RE TAKING A COUNTY BY COUNTY. LOOK AT HOW DONALD TRUMP WON NORTH CAROLINA. WE'RE AS MICHELLE MACKONOCHIE IS DIGGING INTO THOSE NUMBERS. AND MICHELLE KAMALA HARRIS DIDN'T GET THE TURNOUT. SHE'S HOPING TO GET IN THE STATE'S URBAN AREAS. YEAH. RENEE R NORTH CAROLINA MAP SHOWS HARRIS ONE AND ALL THE STATE'S BIG CITIES HEARS. BUT TAKING A LOOK, A CLOSER LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS HERE. DEMOCRATS DID NOT GIVE HER THE SUPPORT THAT SHE NEEDED THERE IN CHARLOTTE AND MECKLENBURG COUNTY WILL GO OVER HERE. YOU CAN SEE THOSE NUMBERS. HARRIS GOT ABOUT 65% OF THE VOTE. RNC CAPITAL TEAM PROJECTED THAT SHE NEEDED TO GET ABOUT 75% OF VOTES THERE TO OFFSET THE STATES. THE RED AREAS. NOW TRUMP AND JD VANCE SPENT A LOT OF TIME IN CHARLOTTE IN CHARLES AREA IN THE WEEKS LEADING UP TO THE ELECTION DRUMMING UP SUPPORT IN THE RESULTS WERE VERY SIMILAR AND WAKE AND GUILFORD COUNTIES AS WELL. YOU CAN SEE THE NUMBERS THERE. SHE ONLY GOT ABOUT 60% OF THE VOTES IN EACH OF THOSE COUNTIES. HARRIS'S BIGGEST WINS CAME HERE IN THE TRIANGLE AND ALSO IN THE DURHAM AREA AS WELL. ABOUT 80% OF THOSE VOTERS IN THOSE COUNTIES CHOSE HARRIS? NO, THESE ARE THE KINDS OF NUMBERS THAT SHE NEEDED IN OTHER URBAN AREAS TO WIN THE STATE. HARRIS, WHAT A LOT OF COUNTIES UP HERE IN THE NORTHEASTERN PART OF OUR STATE. AS YOU CAN SEE, ALL THE BLUE AND THAT AREA. BUT TRUMP ONE BY A WIDE MARGIN AND MANY OF THE AREAS AFFECTED BY HELENE AND IN THE WESTERN PART OF OUR STATE. YOU CAN SEE ALL THE RED ON THE MAP THERE ELSEWHERE IN OUR AREA, TRUMP TOOK A LOT OF OTHER COUNTIES, INCLUDING

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Democrat Green tops Morrow in race to lead North Carolina's public schools, AP says

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Democrats break Republican supermajority in North Carolina General Assembly

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

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The Latest: Trump inches towards a victory, GOP reclaims Senate majority

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

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

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

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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.

Former state treasurer Janet Cowell to become next Raleigh mayor

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

Democrat Don Davis appears to have held off challenger Laurie Buckhout in North Carolina's 1st Congressional District, a seat that could help determine the balance of power in the U.S. House. NC House Speaker Tim Moore also won his race.

Incumbent Davis claims victory over Buckhout as Republicans flip three U.S. House seats

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Republicans seized control of the U.S. Senate late Tuesday after flipping Democratic held seats, holding onto GOP incumbents and wresting away the majority for the first time in four years.

Republicans take Senate majority with wins in Ohio and West Virginia

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

Near-record warmth Wednesday ahead of rising rain chances

Wednesday's warmth will be more average for mid-to-late September

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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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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North Carolina's constitution already bans non-citizens from voting. A 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 passes with strong support among NC voters

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Voters in Missouri cleared the way to undo one of the nation's most restrictive abortion bans in one of five victories for abortion rights advocates, while Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota defeated similar constitutional amendments, leaving bans in place.

Abortion rights advocates win in 6 states and clear way to overturn Missouri ban but lose in 3

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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.

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

I-40 damage near the North Carolina-Tenneseee border

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

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

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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

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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.

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New this Wednesday morning, Mo Green will be North Carolina's next public school leader.

Green tops Morrow to lead NC public schools

Stein claims victory over Robinson in NC governor's race

Incumbent Democrat Don Davis claims victory over Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout

North Carolina's demographics favor Republicans

Dan Bishop concedes to Jeff Jackson in NC Attorney General Race

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Raleigh mayoral race: Janet Cowell with big lead

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

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State Board of Elections to conduct post-election audit Wednesday

Death investigation launched after inmate found unresponsive at Harnett Correctional Institution

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

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

Israel's Netanyahu dismisses his defense minister as wars rage. Protests erupt across country

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

'Fat Leonard,' Navy contractor behind one of the military's biggest scandals, sentenced to 15 years

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

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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

Big Mike's BBQ at View Bar

85+ events in NC to enjoy this November

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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

Jeff Jackson talks Attorney General race, his vision for the role

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

Republican Mark Robinson reflects on campaign for NC governor

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

Mark Robinson, Josh Stein vying to become next NC governor

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

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

Election Day is Tuesday. What North Carolinians need to know as they head to the polls 

NC leaders will elect new leader of public schools Tuesday

Man shot overnight at Shaw University homecoming celebration

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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Franklin County voters notice wrong races on early ballots

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

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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.

Panthers trade WR Jonathan Mingo to Cowboys for 2025 fourth-round pick

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

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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

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

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

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

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

Saudi oil giant Aramco posts third-quarter profits of $27.5 billion, down 15% from a year earlier

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