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A WRAL Weather Alert Day has been issued for Monday due to the threat of isolated tornadoes and flash flooding.


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Storm threats: July 22, 2024

Cooper addresses Biden's legacy, Harris VP rumors as Democratic presidential campaign shakes up

Gov. Cooper makes remarks at NC Democratic fundraiser

Couple found dead in burning Johnston County home

New Amazon facility opens in Fayetteville 

Vehicle submerged in water after crash on Durham Chapel Hill Boulevard

Car submerged in water in Durham at Garrett and Old Chapel Hill Road

2024 Election Latest: Harris breaks donation record, claims over half of her needed delegates

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Editorial: Biden's difficult decision made with characteristic grace

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Looking to pass the torch

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Storms have knocked down trees across the Triangle Monday morning.

Man injured when tree falls, homes damaged in Raleigh and Garner during storms

Flooding on East Millbrook Road in Raleigh

WASHINGTON (AP) â Vice President Kamala Harris moved swiftly Monday to lock up Democratic delegates behind her campaign for the White House after President Joe Biden stepped aside amid concerns from within their party that he would be unable to defeat Republican Donald Trump.

Harris wins Pelosi endorsement, claims most of the delegates she needs for the nomination

Whatâs Next for the Harris Campaign

A 32-year-old man drowned Sunday afternoon at Raleigh Beach along the Neuse River in Raleigh.


32-year-old man drowns at Raleigh Beach at Neuse River Greenway Trail

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle said Monday that her agency failed in its mission to protect former President Donald Trump, as lawmakers of both major political parties demanded during a highly contentious congressional hearing that she resign over security failures that allowed a gunman to scale a roof and open fire at a campaign rally.

Secret Service director, grilled by lawmakers on the Trump assassination attempt, says 'we failed'

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Swallowing a handful of pills is a daily ritual for many people, from young adults coping with anxiety to older adults managing chronic conditions. Overall, 13% of people in the U.S. take five or more prescription drugs. For those 65 and older, that number is 42%.

Too many pills? How to talk to your doctor about reviewing whatâs needed

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The new 26-court complex is due to open in late fall at the J. Burt Gillette Athletic Complex.

Wilson shares photos of new pickleball courts due to open in late fall 2024

The new 26-court complex is due to open in late fall at the J. Burt Gillette Athletic Complex. Photo courtesy of the city of Wilson.

The arbitration committee appointed by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges reversed the decision to strip SAU of its membership.



Accreditation ruling a relief for Saint Augustine's, but work remains to secure financial standing

St. Augustine's University 

If Harris earns the nomination, polling conducted before Biden's decision shows she might have a higher hurdle to clear than Biden did in North Carolina. North Carolina delegates and Gov. Roy Cooper, rumored to be on a short list of possible Harris running mates, endorsed the vice president Sunday.

Will Kamala Harris help Democrats win North Carolina if she's the party nominee?

Can Harris Inherit Bidenâs Campaign Cash? Most Likely, Yes.

Earlier this month, two people close to the Biden-Harris campaign told the New York Times that North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper would be a contender to join Harris on the ticket if she were to become the Democratic nominee.

 'On the short list': 5 reasons Roy Cooper could be a vice presidential pick with Biden out

North Carolina Legislature Passes 12-Week Abortion Ban

With Vice President Kamala Harris being eyed as a potential replacement for President Joe Biden on the Democratic ticket, her stances on key issues will be scrutinized by both parties and the nation's voters.

Where Kamala Harris stands on the issues: Abortion, immigration and more

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A rainy day in Raleigh? Here are some indoor activities, places and spaces to keep you busy! 

9 things to do on a rainy day in Raleigh

Rainy conditions could lead to localized flooding

As U.S. health officials investigate a fatal outbreak of listeria food poisoning, they're advising people who are pregnant, elderly or have compromised immune systems to avoid eating sliced deli meat unless it's recooked at home to be steaming hot.

Here's what to do with deli meats as the CDC investigates a listeria outbreak across the U.S.

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Meteorologist Chris Michaels says it isn't just your mind playing tricks. Thunder can sound louder at night.

Ask the Meteorologist: Can thunder actually be louder at night?

Storm clouds, lightning, thunder, severe weather

Here are five ideas for spending the day or weekend in the Wilmington area without going to the actual beach.

5 things to do in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach that don't involve the beach

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GalaxyCon Raleigh is more than a comic-con! It's a four-day festival of fandom with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists and people like you. Enjoy this event at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Raleigh cornerstone GalaxyCon to bring 'Daredevil,' 'Star Trek' stars to town

Main exhibit floor inside the Raleigh Convention Center

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Meet Three-year-old Nila! She came to Safe Haven from Fuquay-Varina. This beautiful panther girl has been through some stuff in her short life, but she's high-energy and lots of fun! Nila is a solo kitty who is not a fan of other cats, but she would love to be part of your family! To meet her, just contact Safe Haven for Cats.

Pet of the Day for July 22, 2024

On cam: U-Haul leads police on backward chase 

Secret Service director to testify on Trump assassination attempt

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Flight cancellations, delays persist as airlines work to catch up after global tech outage

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Biden drops out of presidential race, endorses Harris with Gov. Cooper under consideration for VP nomination

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Local voters respond to Biden dropping out, endorsing Kamala Harris as presidential nominee

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Retired Durham County judge, former District Attorney Leon Stanback dies 

Tree falls on man in Wake County neighborhood

Car pulls into path of tractor-trailer near Selma, customers lose power

NCHSAA participation rises in almost every sport, surpasses 200,000 total student-athletes

Biden's decision to drop out crystallized Sunday. His staff knew one minute before the public did

Nation/World

Israel orders evacuation of part of Gaza humanitarian zone as war's toll passes 39,000 Palestinians

CrowdStrike says more machines fixed as customers, regulators await details on what caused meltdown

A gunman has killed 6 people including his mother at a nursing home in Croatia, officials say

Foodie News: Postino wine cafÃ© in Raleigh opening in Village District 

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5 beach towns in North Carolina to suit any fancy

Wrightsville Beach Sunset. Photo: Big Stock

Dinosaur installations pop up in downtown Raleigh

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Billy Strings among IBMA Bluegrass Music Award nominees

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

Out & About

With Biden out, how will Democrats choose a 2024 presidential nominee?

Politifact

Fact-checking Trump's RNC claims about immigration, the economy and more

Fallout from spreading election falsehoods: lawsuits, settlements and bankruptcy filings

Fact check: How many immigrants are living in the U.S. illegally?

Fact check: Did Trump send Ukraine weapons that Obama and Biden withheld?

Biden drops out of presidential race as Harris works to secure Democratic nomination

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President Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race

Harris could become the first female president after years of breaking racial and gender barriers

In their words: NC political leaders respond to Biden's withdrawal 

U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi headlines NC Democratic fundraiser 

Now is the time to get back-to-school vaccines

Education

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announces retirement

What NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson's retirement means for the future of Poe Hall

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson to retire

Fire alarm defects prompt 'fire watch' in Wake schools

Parents demand accountability after years of violations at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

WRAL In Depth

A year later, Durham is still sifting through cases of illegal dirt bike activity. Here's why

Clean energy batteries tied to toxic chemical pollution

Cellphone usage in schools is a concern for parents, teachers: Are cellphone bans the right move?

Parent group proposes cellphone ban at Wake public schools during school board meeting

'As long as it takes': ACC commissioner commits to fight 'harmful' legal battles with Clemson, Florida State

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LeBron James selected as Team USA male flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony

Warner Bros. Discovery informs NBA it will match Amazon Prime Video's offer to carry games

Xander the Great! Schauffele wins the British Open for his 2nd major this year

Kyle Larson races to his 1st Brickyard 400 victory, making a late charge through the field

Grimsley 4-star DE Bryce Davis commits to Clemson over Duke

HighSchoolOT

Here are the school officials on the NCHSAA's 2025-29 realignment committee

Adam Trusky named MVP as East beats West in boys soccer all-star game

West beats East in girls soccer all-star game for first time since 2015

NC high school MLB Draft tracker: See which 28 players were selected in 2024

Allegations of abuse inside a classroom, WRAL Investigates why the school took nearly two years to report alleged abuse to law enforcement and parents. Keely Arthur pushes for answers from Wake County school officials. 

WRAL Investigates allegations of abuse inside a classroom

State and local governments spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on studies, research projects, and consultants. However, not all of these projects pay off.

We spent how much on what? WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

WRAL Investigates wasted money

The scammers convinced a Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

Bitcoin ATM scam prompted Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank

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Raleigh woman warns others after experiencing Bitcoin ATM scam

The scammers convinced Pauline Miller to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

WRAL Investigates one of the most expensive city projects that went nowhere.

WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

On WRAL at 6: Hundreds of millions of your tax dollars wasted

Project 2025 outlines a massive overhaul of the federal government. Donald Trump and North Carolina Republicans are distancing themselves from the 922-page plan. Democrats in Raleigh are warning voters about it. 

In Depth with Dan: Who is behind Project 2025?

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Malicious actors trying to exploit global tech outage for their own gain

Ways to prevent tech outages and what to do if one happens

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Bruegger's Bagels, Sonic and Sunny's Diner 

5 On Your Side: Protecting yourself from cyber attacks

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People push for accountability at Holly Hill Hospital

Patients call for change after Holly Hill Hospital inspection records reveal violations

'Ticking time bomb': Mom criticizes care her son received at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

WRAL Investigates: Holly Hill violated standards of care that could've prevented patient escapes, inspection says

Investigations

New Amazon facility opens in Fayetteville

Donald Thompson: Strong relationships power high-performing multigenerational teams

Guest column: Schools, business must work together to futureproof the next generation of STEM standoutsÂ 

Grace Ueng: Are you carrot, egg or coffee?

WRAL TechWire

Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticed

Restaurant critic's departure reveals potential hazards of the job

Meet some of the world's cleanest pigs, raised to grow kidneys and hearts for humans

A massive tech outage is causing worldwide disruptions. Here's what we know

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Go Ask Dad: RV camping is Mexican pizza

Happy surprises: When things didn't turn out how you wanted

Weekend best bets: Outdoor movies, foodie fun

Disney on Ice announces NC stops this year

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