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The Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit Friday against real estate software company RealPage, saying its software enabled landlords to collude to raise rents across the United States.

Lawsuit: Software helps landlords work together to keep rents high

U.S. Accuses Software Maker RealPage of Enabling Collusion on Rents

If certain sounds make you anxious, you may have this misunderstood disorder

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West Nile virus reported in NC's Columbus County

Body heat, odor make some of us irresistible to mosquitoes

September-like weather for the weekend: Enjoy the cool days before the heat returns

Football Friday forecast: Aug. 23, 2024

Algae bloom: Wake Forest closes pond at popular park

Joyner Park Pond has been closed to the public Friday

Maintenance worker struck by two cars, dies on I-40 near Garner

Pedestrian killed in I-40 crash near Garner; heavy delays near US 70

RFK Jr. suspends his campaign. Will he still be on North Carolina's ballot?

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The Federal Reserve is poised to cut its benchmark interest rate next month from its 23-year high, with consequences for consumers when it comes to debt, savings, auto loans and mortgages. Right now, most experts envision three quarter-point Fed cuts -- in September, November and December -- though even steeper rate cuts are possible.

How to prepare for the Fed's forthcoming interest rate cuts

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Scammers will create fake sports streaming links trying to steal your personal information, credit card details, even your social security number. 

Check before you click: Scammers use sports streams to steal your info

Avoid scams when streaming high school football games

A new ruling on North Carolina's self-defense laws explores how much leeway people have to kill intruders on their property, leading to a split between the court's Republican and 

NC Supreme Court ruling on 'Castle Doctrine' splits court along partisan lines

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North Carolina ranks ninth in the nation in clean energy generation, according to new data from the American Clean Power Association. The state aims to cut carbon emissions in the power sector by 70% before 2030.

Report: North Carolina ranks top ten for clean energy 

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The city historic commission and the planning commission both recommended against a plan for a hotel near the Prince Hall Masonic Lodge.

Raleigh City Council approves rezoning request for 7-story hotel in Prince Hall neighborhood

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WRAL received almost 900 responses to its nonscientific survey about North Carolinians' thoughts on public education and the race to become the state's next superintendent of public instruction.

Teacher pay, school funding are top of mind in WRAL News questionnaire

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North Carolina's Covid-era shutdowns have been gone for years, but a lawsuit over their constitutionality could inform how the state government will be allowed to handle future pandemics or other emergencies.

Lawsuit against Cooper's pandemic-era shutdown rules can proceed, NC Supreme Court rules

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A Wake County woman is suing Verizon Wireless after she says the company provided her phone number, call logs and address to her alleged stalker, who was arrested at her home with a knife and rope.

'Knife, rope and the intent to kill:' Wake County woman sues Verizon for giving contact information to alleged stalker

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Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 -- Using a non-partisan process to draw elections lines is a must if North Carolina's legislature is truly representative of the people and not just a self-sustaining power base for a political minority.

Editorial: Gerrymandering puts the fix in for North Carolina legislative and congressional elections

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North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper spoke ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris Thursday as she accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president. 'Even if you don't agree with her on everything, Kamala Harris will fight for you,' he said.

'That's Kamala': Cooper tells Dem convention of the Harris he saw up close in 2008

Where Do Harrisâ Potential Running Mates Stand on Climate?

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DALLAS (AP) -- From barbecues to getaways to shopping the sales, many people across the U.S. mark Labor Day -- the federal holiday celebrating the American worker -- by finding ways to relax.

What to know about Labor Day and its history

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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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The answers came from the help of a Myrtle Beach man and his boogie board.

Myrtle Beach man uses homemade sonar device to solve second cold case in months

While many year-round students have already started classes, Aug. 26 marks the first day of the 2024-2025 academic year for most traditional calendar students, while Wake County schools start their traditional calendar on Aug. 27.


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The 2024 annual school supply sales and school clothing deals are in full swing and there are some great deals to be found! Check out the list of impressive buys at multiple stores starting at 15 cents this week. 

List of school supply deals starting at 15 cents

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What should be on your beach vacation checklist? Discover essential items you must pack for a perfect beach getaway. Click to get the complete list!

Your complete beach vacation checklist for a perfect getaway

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Missouri 6-year-old family stays positive despite the child's terminal cancer diagnosis.

Fight for Owen: 6-year-old battles terminal cancer

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Lechon, Sizzlin Stir Fry and Wangs Garden

Worker hit, killed on I-40 early Friday

Cary-based SAS receives award from Pentagon

Calls to gambling hotline soar after mobile betting becomes legal in NC

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321 Coffee soft-launches new NC State Centennial Campus location

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Emails highlight communication breakdown between Durham police and DA's Office over dirt bike offenses

SAS receives award from Pentagon for supporting military employees

1 teen charged with shooting another in Durham

''I only had $40 in my pocket:' Miss North Carolina wants to show money isn't a barrier to success 

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Endorses Trump and Suspends His Independent Bid for President

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Prosecutor says ex-sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in shooting of an airman at his home

Judge rules Breonna Taylor's boyfriend caused her death, dismisses some charges against ex-officers

Several Secret Service employees put on administrative duties following Trump assassination attempt

Powell at Jackson Hole: 'The time has come' for the Fed to soon begin reducing interest rates

The Streets at Southpoint Mall in Durham launches its new social district Friday.



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Foodie News: Crawford Brothers Steakhouse gets closer to opening doors

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Weekend best bets: Cary Lazy Daze, Packapalooza

37th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival in Cary, NC on Augu

Two Raleigh restaurants named among 'Best New Barbecue Joints'

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Wake County had record-breaking tourism numbers last year

North Carolina Bluegrass Festival

Smoky Hollow Park project gets $8.6M grant

Raleigh transforming city maintenance yard into public park

Out & About

Fact check: Buttigieg says Vance holds 'anti-marriage-equality views'

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Fact check: Did Walz force Minnesota schools to stock tampons in boys' bathrooms?

Fact check: Walz says violent crime was up under Trump

Fact check: Vance says Walz left National Guard after being called to Iraq

Fact-checking claims about Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's Olympic boxing eligibility

Record number of calls to North Carolina's gambling helpline after sports betting legalized

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NC ban on 'ballot selfies' challenged in court

NC politicians, historians planning how to celebrate 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence

State elections board rebukes Republicans over registered voter lawsuit

NC candidate sues state elections board over 'ballot selfie' ban 

Board approves cutting 80 positions within Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district

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'I'm there to perform and entertain them:' Carpool Casanova prepares for big reach across NC for 2024-2025 school year

Wake County will use 'Say Something' app for 2024-25 school year

Wake County rolls out anonymous 'Say Something' app for new school year 

'That's the way it ought to be': Harris nomination gives HBCUs hope, Shaw president says

Durham crime report shows increase in shootings, youth crime in 2024

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Steering issues, brakes that don't work: School bus safety inspections have mixed results

Watchdog report critical of NC school lunch junk fees

AI use in schools: How districts are making sure it's used as a study aid

'Excited to start this journey': NC State' Doeren on start of 2024 season

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Brown won't post UNC depth chart ahead of first game

Predicted winners for all 200+ games in week 1 of the high school football season

UNC women's soccer wins first home game since Dorrance's retirement

Here's how Maalik Murphy won Duke's QB battle

Preview: Questions that will be answered on 1st Friday of the 2024 high school football season

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No. 3 Weddington upends No. 2 Providence Day in the Keep Pounding Classic

No. 6 Independence holds off comeback by No. 21 Myers Park to win Keep Pounding Classic

Watch Richmond @ No. 5 Seventy-First in the HighSchoolOT Game of the Week

HSOT Volleyball Showcase is this Saturday; features 10 of the top teams in NC

How much does your county spend on education? WRAL Investigates which counties are prioritizing your children.

WRAL Investigates how much your county spends on education

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the history of voter bribery in the U.S.

NC candidate sues over ballot selfies: How did we get here?

WRAL Investigates dives into school bus safety after years of mechanical issues, including fires. Find out what's being done this year to prevent a disaster.

School bus safety: After years of issues, find out what's being done to prevent a disaster

WRAL viewers write whether schools in North Carolina schools should allow students to have cellphones in class.

Viewers respond whether phones should be allowed in NC schools

Donald Trump touted national security achievements as Democrats seek to play up Vice President Kamala Harris' work on foreign policy, an area where she lacks experience compared to Trump.

Trump speech in Asheboro focuses on national security proposals

In Durham County, of the 80 people awaiting trial on murder charges, 15 are not in the Durham County jail. Some are out on bond, others may be in custody elsewhere or have yet to be arrested.

19% of Durham murder suspects are not in county jail

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NC State launching new program impacting safety of food you eat

NC State partners with the  FDA to launch new public health inspection course

WRAL 5 On Your Side looks into hidden fees in your child's school lunch payments

How AI will be used in NC classrooms for the 2024-25 school year

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'Better armed than some of my officers': Eastern NC law enforcement concerned with youth gun violence rising

Nine juveniles charged in Raleigh homicides

19 Raleigh homicides, 9 of the suspects are under age 18

A closer look: Pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

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Donald Thompson: Donât let disengaged employees damage team performance and morale

Wolfspeed to close Durham plant, company says during quarterly earnings call

NCGrads2Work: Helping students leap from high school to pharma

Wingo steps down as Spiffy CEO

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Canadian union threatens to strike against freight railroad hours after trains resume service

Justice Department accuses RealPage of a scheme to help landlords hike rents in antitrust lawsuit

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.46%, the lowest level in 15 months

Wolfspeed closing chip-making plant at Durham campus 

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Experts: Back-to-school conversations should include social media, mental health 

Helicopter, new suit: Carpool Cassanova teases new season

Wake school bus officials unveil new notification system for delayed school buses, other transportation updates

Fayetteville teen achieves dream of becoming pilot

Top Amazon Deals: Ring Video Doorbell only $59.99 (40% off), Apple iPad (9th Gen) only $199 (40% off), The Children's Place clothing up to 70% off

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Top grocery sales valid August 21-27: Ground chuck for $2.99/lb, Buy 2 get 3 free shredded cheese & more

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through Aug. 24

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