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Retired Durham firefighter Frank DeLucia was among five people killed in a murder-suicide over the weekend in New York.

Retired Durham firefighter among five killed in NY murder-suicide

NEWS TRACKER. THE VICTIM HAS NON LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES. >> A RETIRED DURHAM FIREFIGHTER HAS BEEN KILLED IN A HORRIFIC MURDER SUICIDE IN NEW YORK STATE. POLICE SAY HIS BROTHER PULLED THE TRIGGER AFTER A FAMILY DISPUTE OVER THEIR MOTHER'S WILL. THAT'S THE ROADS HERE IN THE STUDIO WITH US WITH THIS FAMILY TRAGEDY. ACTUALLY, GUYS, THE POLICE COMMISSIONER IN NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK SAYS THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST HORRIFIC SCENES HE HAS EVER SEEN. POLICE SAY RETIRED DURHAM FIREFIGHTER DRANK FRANK DE LUCIA WAS AMONG THE 4 FAMILY MEMBERS FOUND DEAD INSIDE A LONG ISLAND HOME. >> HE WAS THE BROTHER OF THE SHOOTER, ACCORDING TO POLICE, THE SHOOTING HAPPENED DAYS AFTER THE FAMILY LAID THEIR MOTHER TO REST. POLICE SAY THE SHOOTER BELIEVED HE WAS GOING TO BE CUT OUT OF THE FAMILY WILL AND LEFT WITHOUT A PLACE TO GO. >> BECAUSE OF THAT PERCEPTION. HE DECIDED THAT DAY TO GET INTO A LOADED MOSSBERG SHOTGUN. 12 GAUGE. APPROACHED THEM IN THE REAR AREA, THE HOUSE AND FROM THE KITCHEN FIRED 12 SHOTS STRIKING ALL 4 OF THEM. MULTIPLE TIMES. >> JUST AWFUL. THEY PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF DURHAM POSTING ON SOCIAL MEDIA THAT DILUTION WAS AN

Retired Durham firefighter killed in murder-suicide stemming from family will

RFK Jr. to remain on NC ballot as board denies party's request for removal

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Dangerous heat on Thursday and scattered storms in the evening forecast

Heat advisory for Thursday, August 29

Wakefield High School in Raleigh, Willow Spring High School in Fuquay-Varina  dismiss students early due to A/C problems

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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.35%, its lowest level in more than a year

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UNC student launches into space on Blue Origin rocket Thursday morning

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Fayetteville police officer arrested

The Fayetteville Police Department is at 467 Hay Street.

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Students at Heritage High School in Wake County are safe after a bomb threat prompted an evacuation. 

Heritage High School evacuated due to bomb threat

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After opening its first store in North Carolina in Kill Devil Hills in May, Wawa is breaking ground on its first store in Cumberland County Thursday.

Cumberland County breaks ground on its first Wawa store

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According to the Greensboro Police Department, the Piedmont Triad Airport received a distress call from a single-engine Beechcraft BE35 experiencing mechanical failure. The plane made an emergency landing on I-840 westbound at the I-73 juncture.

FAA: Plane with engine issues lands on Greensboro interstate, person struck by car exiting aircraft

Plane lands on Triad interstate

Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024 -- The intimidation, legalistic manipulation and other tactics to discourage voters who may not back those who control the state legislature are what we see in Valdimir Putin's Russia. Rigged elections, no matter the disguise, have NO place in North Carolina and stain those who use them to maintain power.

Editorial: Latest attacks on election integrity are paths back to Jim Crow 

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Donald Trump's campaign was warned about not taking photographs before an altercation at Arlington National Cemetery during a wreath-laying ceremony earlier this week to honor service members killed in the Afghanistan War withdrawal, a defense official told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

Trump campaign was warned not to take photos at Arlington before altercation, defense official says

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N.C. State is kicking off its football season Thursday. That, combined with the road construction in the area, means one thing: Traffic.


NC State football & construction on Blue Ridge Road likely to impact commute Thursday

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The city said nine customers are without water, and others in the area may be experiencing low water pressure. The 600 block of Old Orchard Avenue is closed while crews make repairs.

Water main break leaves huge hole in middle of road in Durham neighborhood

The Wolfpack had one of its best seasons under Dave Doeren in 2023 despite an offense that struggled most of the year. Against Western Carolina on Thursday, They hope to build on their end-of-season success

NC State starts 2024 season Thursday night in primetime against Western Carolina

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In North Carolina, Buncombe, Rutherford and Cleveland counties have reported one case each of a human infection. It is unclear if any of those cases required hospitalizations.

West Nile virus is in North Carolina: Here's what you need to know

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The Tar Heels head into their first game of the year looking to carry the momentum forward this season, keeping teams in check on defense and avoiding a late-season slump.

UNC aiming for strong start to 2024 season in Minnesota

UNC football coach Mack Brown speaks to reporters ahead of Tar Heels' opening game against Minnesota

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One expert predicts that the comet could reach peak brightness by the second week of October, nearly as bright as Venus, making it faintly visible even in daylight.

Comet could visit daybreak skies in early Octoberâï¸

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After more than 20 years in business, The Goat Bar is closing its doors. This announcement comes after ALE investigators raided the bar last week and arrested seven people.


'It's an institution': The Goat Bar closes its doors after ALE bust leads to 7 arrests

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Two deaths in South Carolina are believed to be linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat.



Boar's Head recall: 2 deaths in South Carolina among 8 linked to listeria outbreak

Certain Boar's Head Deli meats recalled over possible Listeria

A man who fell asleep while his Tesla was driving along U.S. Highway 70 has been arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

Man who fell asleep in Tesla while driving on US 70 charged with drug trafficking, multiple felonies

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Scientists estimate that Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) are present in 1 out of every 3 K-12 schools nationwide. One expert estimates that 50,000 K-12 schools were constructed with materials containing PCBs.

Hundreds of NC schools may contain toxic chemicals

More than 200 local schools may contain PCBs

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Watch the Blue Origin flight, New Shepard (NS)-26, lift off from Launch Site One in west Texas. UNC student Karsen Kitchen made history as the youngest woman ever to travel into space. 

Watch as Blue Origin rocket launches into space

California couple missing from nudist resort

Stephanie Menard, 73, and her husband, Daniel Menard, 79

AirTag helps find stolen car

80-pound python found in Maryland backyard

FBI releases new details about Trump assassination attempt

Trump hush money trial resumes in New York

Water shoots out of ground after water main break in north Durham neighborhood

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Chatham County Sheriff's Office warns of scam calls impersonating deputies

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NCDMV closes Raeford, Laurinburg offices due to staffing shortages

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NY-style deli opens in downtown Raleigh's Union Station

Hideaway Circus to bring outdoor performances to Durham, Knightdale

California couple in their 70s and dog missing from nudist resort 

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Dead 8-year-old child found in vehicle of man killed by police on New Hampshire-Maine I-95 bridge

Israel kills a top militant in its deadliest West Bank raids since the Gaza war began

The plot to attack Taylor Swift's Vienna shows was intended to kill thousands, a CIA official says

A Hong Kong court convicts 2 journalists in a landmark sedition case

Need ideas for beachy day snacks? Explore our recommendations and pack the perfect food for a fun-filled beach day. Learn more on our site!


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Weekend best bets: African American Cultural Festival, Childish Gambino

African American Cultural Festival returns in September

Pumpkin spice season is here: What to know about the PSL trend

Pumpkin spice latte, fall drinks, coffee, espresso, cappuccino

DPAC kicks off Broadway season with 'Clue'

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Fact check: Social media claims NC ballot order shows 'attempt at voter manipulation'

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Politifact: Trump's claim about manipulated US job numbers baseless

Fact check: Trump says Biden, Harris got caught 'manipulating job statistics'

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

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

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

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Dem VP candidate Tim Walz comes to Triangle for private fundraiser

North Carolinians are worried about political violence, extremism and a stolen election, new poll shows

NC Gov Roy Cooper cagey about political future after spotlight at DNC

Republican Party leaders seek to purge 225,000 NC voters ahead of 2024 elections, citing worries dismissed by state officials

Several Wake County schools dismiss students early due to AC issues

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Thousands expected to attend 'epic rager' for UNC fraternity members who protected US flag

Up to 3,000 people expected to attend Flagstock 2024 party for UNC flag defenders

Wake school board candidate drops out, endorses an opponent

Dash cam video shows school bus in no-passing zone drifting off road

NC farmers facing unprecedented struggles amid extreme weather and economic pressures

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After WRAL investigations, Durham County to review anti-violence program

More than 240 local schools may contain PCBs, WRAL investigation finds

Breonna Taylor raid: Experts explain why felony charges against 2 former officers were dismissed

WRAL Investigates wide disparities in school funding across NC counties

South Carolina commit Taeshawn Alston putting Vance County football on the map 

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Duke football kicks off season against Elon with new head coach, new QB

NC Central's Joaquin Davis draws attention from NFL scouts, shines positive light on Durham

Panthers cut receiver Terrace Marshall; See who made initial roster

Paris Paralympian prepared to showcase his skill for hometown fans

 Watch No. 7 Grimsley @ No. 1 Rolesville in the HighSchoolOT Game of the Week

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Refocused, new-look No. 25 Hickory Ridge handles Cuthbertson boys soccer

Florida State is the first to offer Seventy-First's 6'5, 320-lb sophomore DL John Archer

Clayton DL Keshawn Stancil adds offers from Georgia, ECU, & UNC

No. 6 Reagan volleyball opens league play with sweep of East Forsyth

A local whistleblower's warning has now become a reality. The Medicaid upgrade now costing North Carolina taxpayers hundreds of millions more and how the delays are impacting patient care.


WRAL Investigates delays in a Medicaid upgrade costing taxpayers and impacting patients

WRAL anchor Dan Haggerty talks about the sensitivities around tipping service workers and looks into plans that would ban taxes on tips.

In Depth with Dan: Examining 'no tax on tips' policies and the growth of tipping culture

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Schools in our area might contain PCBs, cancer-causing chemicals which can lead to delays in cognitive development and reduced IQs. Vermont is the only state in the U.S. testing schools for the chemicals.

How Vermont is testing school buildings for PCBs

How one state is testing school buildings for PCBs

In recent years, WRAL Investigates has reported on Bull City United employees being charged with gun and drug offenses and, most recently, with accessory after the fact to murder.

Bull City United under review by Durham County

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explains why beach renourishment costs muncipalties so much money.

Answering questions about NC house collapse into Atlantic Ocean, beach renourishment

Rodanthe home collapses into Atlantic Ocean

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.

Federal lawsuit alleges rents inflated by price fixing scheme in NC, other states

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Retailers making millions off fees to get 'cash back'

How cash back fees at checkout impact the consumer

5 On Your Side: Used car ratings    

Consumer Reports ranks the best used car brands

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Captain of sunken superyacht to be questioned today in Italy 

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office searching for 28-year-old man for questioning in Fayetteville homicide

Counties responsible for monthly checks of school buses

WRAL Investigates how much your county spends on education

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New fellowship in Durham offers tech startups mentorship and top resources

Questions about the safety of Teslaâs âFull Self-Drivingâ system are growing

RTP startup wins FDA designation for rare eye disease treatment

Tom Snyder: Spectrum request could be difference between monopoly, innovation

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Yelp sues Google, alleging a search engine monopoly that promotes its own reviews

Questions about the safety of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system are growing

Nvidia stock slips even after earnings top Wall Street estimates and demand for AI chips surges

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Amazon Labor Day Sale: Apple AirTag 4 pk only $79.99, Glass storage container 24-pc set only $21.99 (49% off), Apple iPad (9th Gen) only $199 (40% off), Surge Protector Power Strip w/USB only $8.99

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