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Fayetteville police say that two young women were racing when one crashed, causing the deaths of three young men in her car. Trevor Merritt, Jai'Hyon Elliott and Nick Williams died Oct. 8.


Police: Women were racing before crash that killed three

ALONG IN RALEIGH. SHAUN GALLAGHER, WRAL NEWS. >> THIS IS BRIAN SHRADER IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER. BREAKING NEWS. ALL NEW AT 5 O'CLOCK. WE HAVE CHARGES FILED NOW AND NEW DETAILS ABOUT THAT CRASH IN FAYETTEVILLE THAT KILLED 3 E SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYERS EARLIER THIS MONTH. REMEMBER TREVOR MERRITT, NICK WILLIAMS AND J AND ELLIOTT WERE KILLED IN THAT CRASH ON ROSEHILL ROAD BACK ON OCTOBER 8TH. IT WAS A SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH THAT KILLED THEM. AND WITH THESE NEW CHARGES WE'VE LEARNED ABOUT THIS AFTERNOON, IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THIS MAY HAVE BEEN A CASE OF STREET RACING, THE DRIVER OF THAT VEHICLE DYMOND MONROE IS NOW CHARGED WITH SEVERAL COUNTS, INCLUDING 3 COUNTS OF INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER. SPEED COMPETITION, SPEEDING AND CARELESS AND RECKLESS DRIVING. SHE STILL IS IN THE HOSPITAL. AND RIGHT NOW THE FAYETTEVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS GOING TO BE WORKING WITH HER MEDICAL TEAM TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO PROCEED FROM HERE. IN THEIR INVESTIGATION. THEY FOUND IN A SECOND VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN ALL OF THIS DRIVEN BY 19 YEAR-OLD DESTINY, GENERATE SHE IS NOW FACING CHARGES OF SPEED COMPETITION AND CARELESS AND RECKLESS DRIVING AND THEY ARE ASKING ANYONE WHO KNOWS HER TO CONVINCE OR TO SURRENDERED TO POLICE. THEY SAY THEY'VE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH HER. THEY'RE TRYING TO GET HER TO

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2 charged in crash that killed E.E. Smith football players

Protesters march on NC legislature as House lawmakers advance new congressional districts

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Belichick: Time spent in media spotlight doesn't compromise time he's able to spend coaching UNC

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Does every student need a laptop? Wake County school leaders discuss future of devices

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Raleigh noise ordinance to go into effect in 2026

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After unanimous council vote, Durham renters now have more protections

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The Wake County Public Schools System has responded to parent concerns about its latest reassignment plan, though it's only making one change.

Wake schools releases second draft of reassignment plan, set to host public comment

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The UNC football team will have cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins back as they prepare to host Virginia Saturday. Head coach Bill Belichick said Hawkins had been reinstated after a brief suspension when he spoke to the media Tuesday morning.

UNC coach reinstated; was suspended for violating NCAA benefits rules

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A cold front that arrives on Tuesday evening could bring some rain. The WRAL Weather team is forecasting a 30% chance of showers, beginning at 7 p.m.

Warm, sunny during the day Tuesday before cold front brings chance of showers

Hour-by-hour State Fair forecast for Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025

The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

Hurricane season 2025: Tropical Storm Melissa forms in Caribbean

Tropical Storm Melissa forecast path as of Oct. 21, 2025

The expansion is expected to create high-paying roles in global operations, risk management and mortgage home-equity management. State officials approved an incentives package worth up to 


Fintech firm SoFi plans 225-job North Carolina expansion

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ATLANTA (AP) â Police arrested a man at Atlanta's bustling airport on Monday after getting a tip from his family that he was planning to shoot up the place, and found an assault rifle and ammunition in his truck outside, the city's police chief said.

Man who planned to shoot up Atlanta's airport is arrested in a terminal following a tip, police say

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Taylor Swift donated $100,000 to a 2-year-old North Carolina girl battling a rare form of cancer.



Taylor Swift donates $100K to NC child with rare cancer

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The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating the incident, which happened along Bahama Road between Tilley Farm and Isham Chambers roads. 



Driver unhurt when log truck overturns in Durham County

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The wreck happened near Chicken Foot Road in Cumberland County just before 1 a.m. 



One seriously injured in crash involving tractor-trailer on I-95

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A man has been arrested in connection with a Harnett County burglary from August, where shots were fired.

Man arrested in Harnett County armed burglary attempt

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A team of mathematicians at Duke University set out to find a way to analyze maps to determine was was fair and what wasn't. Here's what they found, explained.

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You can meet some of your favorite people from WRAL at the N.C. State Fair this year.


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Read on for North Carolina State Fair tips for parents, especially those bringing young children.



2025 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children

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John Tesh's new album is called "Sports."  Tesh is known for writing the NBA on NBC basketball theme "Roundball Rock."

John Tesh releases new album 'Sports' 

What you do right now could protect your home and save you some money this winter. The experts at Consumer Reports share their top tips to get your home and yard prepped for whatever winter dishes out.


5 On Your Side: Winter preps to start now for your home

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Oak City Comedy Festival returns to Raleigh with sold out shows and amplifying under-represented voices in comedy. 

 Oak City Comedy Festival brings diverse stand-up acts back to Raleigh 

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A new book details a violent drug ring inside Fort Bragg's gates. WRAL News shares how the author says elite special operations created a hotbed for crime and cover-ups.

Book reveals new details about U.S. special forces involvement in drug dealing and murder

GOP Candidates want to change Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg

Amazon revamps Prime: Free shipping limited to same-household members only

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Local savers benefit as online banks offer competitive 4% interest amid federal rate cuts

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Gas prices reach four-year low, offering timely holiday savings at the pump

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New WakeMed health campus aims to transform mental health care

WakeMed's new Garner campus aims to transform mental health care

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Fire on US Highway 70 shuts down westbound lane in Goldsboro

ICE issues arrest detainer for man accused of deadly hit and run crash in Durham

Where and when to see C/2025 A6 in the night sky this week

NC State aims to reset and refocus ahead of Pitt to kickstart season finish

Paris prosecutor says stolen Louvre jewels worth an estimated $102 million

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Vance is optimistic about Gaza ceasefire but notes 'very hard' work to come

Warner Bros. Discovery confirms it has received buyout interest and is considering its options

Part of White House Is Reduced to Rubble. Trumpâs Ballroom Will Rise in Its Place.

More Than 100 Cases of Measles Reported in Utah and Arizona

This weekend is filled with Halloween fun, plus the State Fair.

Weekend best bets: NC State Fair, Tate McRae, Halloween events

Live camera: NC State Fair on Saturday, Oct. 18 2025

On a budget? Save money at the NC State Fair this year

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Triangle's cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community make the perfect blend

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Our favorite NC State Fair food: 10 dishes to try

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Fact check: How many US residency spots are held by immigrants with H-1B visas?

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Fact check: Trump says small children get 80 different vaccines

Fact check: Do doctors recommend '80 different vaccines' for small children?

Fact check: Could Affordable Care Act health premiums rise 75% by next month?

NC lawmakers plan steps to remove Democratic legislator following charges of sex with minor

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Redrawn congressional maps clear key house committee

Senate passes newly proposed congressional map that strengthens Republican grip

NC redistricting: Map to protect GOP power in US House advances as protesters allege racism

What to know about NC Republicans' effort to flip a U.S. House seat through redistricting

No fees for applying to NC college this week. Here's how students can take advantage

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New Data: College remains a good investment for most amid rising costs

College remains a good investment for most in NC amid rising costs, new study shows

More layoffs proposed at the U.S. Department of Education. How could they affect NC schools?

NC schools to feel impacts of U.S. Department of Education cuts

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

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Moms who overcame addiction helping others through growing statewide network

Man says he lost $200K to executives at center of WRAL investigation

Privatize NC's liquor sales? Leader of DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost

North Carolina child fatality group links social media algorithms, AI chat bots to suicide risks

Bill Belichick among final 12 coaches for Pro Football Hall of Fame 2026 class

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NBA rosters feature a record 135 international players. And more things to know entering season

Blue Jays in World Series for first time since before Ohtani was born, while Dodgers seek to repeat

UNC was to be paid $250K for docuseries on Bill Belichick, Tar Heels' football program

Panthers coach says Bryce Young is 'day-to-day' with ankle injury

Predicting winners for all 128 NCHSAA/NCISAA volleyball matches on October 21

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The Starting 22: Best players from Week 9 of the North Carolina high school football season

Here are the start times for the second round of the 2025 NCHSAA volleyball playoffs

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Amazon introduces customers to Amazon Family, allowing benefits to be shared only within the same household. To entice new users, discounted memberships are available, aiming to boost Prime subscriptions this holiday season.

Amazon to Pay $2.5 Billion to Settle Claims It Tricked Prime Customers

Drivers say saving at the pump will help keep money in their pockets for holiday shopping. 

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One local woman thought she canceled her husband's phone plan but kept getting bills for almost two years. WRAL's 5 On Your Side asks Verizon why.

WRAL's 5 On Your Side helps a woman in a phone bill battle, her advice that could save you the headache 

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President Donald Trump called North Carolina Republicans' proposed congressional map as "new, fair and improved." Democratic critics have blasted the plan as a power grab.

GOP plan to redraw NC congressional districts brings opposition from Democrats

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Former U.S. Rep. Wiley Nickel, D-North Carolina, knows the impacts of redrawn congressional maps. The Democrat chose not to run for re-election last year after GOP-led redistricting changed his seat.

Former U.S. representative shares why he's opposed to GOP's plan to redraw NC's congressional maps

Ham and hot dogs with no date markings and soda nozzles with black residue. WRAL's 5 On Your Side shows where those violations were uncovered. 

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Tips to help teen drivers that could save families thousands of dollars

Think your cell service is canceled? One local woman kept getting billed for nearly two years

Your data privacy could be at risk if you sign up for retail loyalty programs

High levels of lead found in popular protein powders, new report finds

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NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

Man's complaints about Durham road haven't led to action at city level

'It's a racetrack': Dangerous Durham road bothered man for years before deadly hit-and-run

Deadly hit-and-run suspect was in country illegally, ICE says

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Tom Snyder: Raleigh's RIoT demo night draws record crowd, showcases cutting-edge startups

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Premium drinks and mini cans help Coca-Cola boost third quarter results despite tepid demand

OpenAI launches Atlas browser to compete with Google Chrome

The Dow hits a record as 3M, Coca-Cola and other big US stocks climb

Disney+ and Hulu cancellations rose after ABC briefly pulled 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

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Food, ride inspections underway at NC State Fair

Food and ride inspections begin at NC State Fair, which opens Thursday

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