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On Thursday, District Court Judge Caitlin Evans read Avantae Deven her charges in a Cumberland County courtroom. Deven could face the death penalty if convicted on murder charges.

Avantae Deven given no bond in first court appearance, could face death penalty

<p>OF PRESIDENTIAL IMMUNITY STANDS OR WHETHER HE STANDS ON TRIAL TO ON INTO ELECTION INTERFERENCE IN JUST A COUPLE HOURS THIS AFTERNOON, THE WOMAN CHARGED WITH KILLING HER 2 ADOPTED CHILDREN AND CONCEALING THEIR DEATHS WILL STAND IN FROM THE JUDGE. &gt;&gt; VAN TATE DEVON WAS ARRESTED YESTERDAY. WRAL'S GILBERT BAYS OUTSIDE THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DETENTION CENTER WHERE SHE'S BEING HELD AND WILL MAKE HER FIRST COURT APPEARANCE. GILBERT. &gt;&gt; WELL, YOU KNOW, THIS CASE IS DEFINITELY CAUGHT THE CAPTURE THE ATTENTION OF THE NATION THAT ARREST YESTERDAY. IT HAPPENED AT HER HOME WITHOUT INCIDENT AND IT COMES SEVERAL MONTHS AFTER AUTHORITIES USE WARRANTS TO SEARCH THE HOME WHERE THOSE 2 CHILDREN USED TO LIVE. THESE ARE THE CHARGES THAT SHE FACES SHE IS CHARGED WITH FIRST-DEGREE MURDER AND CONCEALMENT OF DEATH. KIDNAPPING AND FELONY CHILD ABUSE. INVESTIGATORS SAY DO THEY BELIEVE THAT? BLAKE IN LONDON, DEVON ARE DECEASED. THEY HAVE BEEN MISSING FOR YEARS. BUT THEIR ADOPTIVE MOTHER NEVER NEVER REPORTED THAT THEY WERE GOING TO ALREADY SAY DURING THEIR INVESTIGATION, THEY FOUND A MIDDLE BURNED BARREL WITH PARTIAL HUMAN REMAINS. THEY BELIEVE THE CHILDREN PHYSICALLY ABUSED BY THEIR ADOPTIVE MOTHER. INVESTIGATORS SAY LONDON DEVON DIED OF STARVATION AND NEGLECT &gt;&gt; THEY RACED TO DO YESTERDAY. THE UNMANNED AIR LATER, THEY &gt;&gt; AND KYLE LEWIS IS. &gt;&gt; IT'S JUST HARD TO FIND THEM. I'M SORRY. HOW IN THE WORLD SINCE AMAZES SOMEBODY ELSE? &gt;&gt; I TALKED WITH DISTRICT ATTORNEY BILLY WEST THIS MORNING, THE PHRASE AND FABLE POLICE INVESTIGATORS AND THE FBI FOR THE WORK THEY DID AND GATHERING INFORMATION AND EVIDENCE THAT WAS NEEDED IN ORDER TO BRING INCIDENT TO COURT. THAT WILL BE MAKING THEIR FIRST COURT TO 30. WE'LL BE THERE TO &gt;&gt; WR CHRIS LOVINGOOD HAS BEEN FOLLOWING THIS STORY SINCE THE BEGINNING OF THE INVESTIGATION. LISTEN TO BACKGROUND ON THIS CASE ON THE WRAL DAILY</p>

Avantae Deven appears in court

Avantae Deven appears in court for murder, child abuse charges

Thursday's heat wave breaks tonight with refreshing lows in the 80s/70s

Weekend outlook from Friday, June 28, through Sunday, June 30

Homeowners get ultimatum from insurers: make pricey repairs, or lose coverage

Are insurance companies watching your home? WRAL's Keely Arthur dives into reports of drones being used to adjust your rates. Find out what to do if your insurance company threatens to drop you.

Deal to expand private school vouchers falls apart as NC lawmakers wind down session 

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NC lawmakers approve almost $68 million in child care subsidies, amid concerns that centers would close

Gov. Roy Cooper's visit highlighted the North Carolina Child Care Stabilization Grants. The money provided equipment, supplies and even raises for employees at Fayetteville State University's Early Childhood Learning Center.

School resource officer accused of using Taser on Selma middle school teacher

Former Selma police officer Dannya Tavarez is not facing charges. However, the 26-year-old is under investigation by the State Bureau of Investigation. Photo courtesy of the Selma Police Department.

Former Uvalde school police chief and officer indicted over Robb Elementary mass shooting response, reports say

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The veto overrides come as state lawmakers are also voting on new constitutional amendments to put on the ballot this fall, plus other last-minute legislative priorities as the 2024 session winds down.

New NC laws on masks, billboards, juvenile justice, campaign finance pass over Cooper vetoes

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The Utah Jazz selected Duke center Kyle Filipowski with the second pick of the second round. Filipowski was the second Duke player selected in this year's draft.

2024 NBA Draft: Duke's Kyle Filipowski selected by Utah Jazz in second round

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President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will visit Raleigh on Friday, the day after the June 27 presidential debate with Donald Trump.


President Joe Biden and first lady holding rally at state fairgrounds in Raleigh Friday

Bidens Report Earning $620,000 and Paying $181,000 in Taxes in 2023

The jury of five men and three women ordered the league to pay $4 billion in damages to the residential class and $96 million in damages to the commercial class. The lawsuit claimed the league broke antitrust laws by selling its package of Sunday games at an inflated price.

Jury orders NFL to pay nearly $4.8 billion in 'Sunday Ticket' case for violating antitrust laws

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A North Carolina man was sentenced to prison for assaulting police officers with a flag pole in the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol building. According to the U.S. Justice Department, 61-year-old Anthony Mastanduno was sentenced to nearly five years in prison, and a two-year supervised release after pleading guilty.

NC man sentenced for throwing flagpole like javelin at police during Jan. 6 Capitol breach

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The Centennial Authority board approved a 20-year lease extension at PNC Arena with the Carolina Hurricanes and a development agreement for the franchise to develop up to 80 acres around the arena.

Hurricanes lease, development agreement offer PNC Arena area chance to 'come to life'

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ATLANTA (AP) â President Joe Biden and his Republican rival, Donald Trump, were set to face off Thursday evening for a debate that offered an unparalleled opportunity for the two candidates to try to reshape the presidential race.

Biden and Trump arrive for a debate that could change the trajectory of the 2024 campaign

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If there's a power outage or blip, these units could start blasting heat into your home when the power comes back on. 

HDR: Recalled heat pumps could blast hot air despite being set to A/C

HVAC companies seeing increased number of calls during heat wave

North Carolina's busiest year for snake bites was 2020, with 733. Authorities with North Carolina Poison Control said 2024 is on pace to break that record.

Most snake bites ever in NC in first six months, poison control says

Copperhead spotted in Knightdale

This weekend is full of lots of chances to enjoy live music, a big food truck rodeo in downtown Raleigh and a LEGO event.

Weekend best bets: Alanis Morissette, BrickUniverse

Lego figurines on sale

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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 shark bit the 14-year-old boy on Sunday afternoon at 484 New River Inlet Road.

'I'm not going to be OK': Teen boy speaks about getting bit by shark at North Topsail Beach

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Failure to update the WRAL News app to version 6.1.26 will result in users missing vital notifications for breaking news and top stories impacting central North Carolina.  

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Kaylee Stavlas is the Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2024 winner!

Raleigh teen crowned Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2024ð

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Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + Maps

List: July 4 fireworks, festivals, food trucks in the Triangle 

It's been a hot summer in North Carolina, so your bill will increase -- making it even more important to make some of these cool, cost-saving changes.

Energy-savings: 5 energy-efficient tips for saving money on your summer electric bill 

Energy-efficiency tips for saving money, keeping cool this summer in NC

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A newly returned search warrant accuses a former school resource officer of shooting a Selma teacher with a Taser. Former Selma police officer Dannya Tavarez is not facing charges. However, the 26-year-old is under investigation by the State Bureau of Investigation [SBI].

School resource officer accused of using Taser on middle school teacher

Are insurance companies watching your home? 5 On Your Side digs into reports of drones being used to adjust rates

Tar Heel Traveler: Sam Jones BBQ in Greenville

5 On Your Side: Walgreens changes could include significant store closures 

Walgreens changes could include significant store closures 

Local lake levels below average during moderate drought

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Falls Lake is at 'pretty high' water capacity for late June, officials optimistic despite 'moderate' drought in state

Durham police looking for man who punched woman on GoDurham bus

NC constitutional amendments: Legislature approves citizen-only voting, rejects repeal of Jim Crow literacy test law

Biogas facility contains spill to 82-acre property in Duplin County, NCDEQ says

Justice Department charges nearly 200 people in $2.7 billion health care fraud schemes crackdown

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US weekly jobless claims fall, but the total number collecting benefits is the most since 2021

Walgreens to take a hard look at underperforming stores, could shutter hundreds more

Wind-driven wildfire spreads near popular central Oregon vacation spot and prompts evacuations

Justices seem set to allow emergency abortions in Idaho for now, a prematurely posted opinion says

6 spraygrounds, local pools now open for the season

6 Raleigh area pool, spraygrounds, splashpads

Post Malone to play Raleigh concert this fall 

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Dinosaur World opens for the season Cumberland County

If you love dinosaurs or if you're a kid at heart, you will love Sweet Valley Ranch on Sunnyside School Road right outside of Fayetteville.

Enormous sculpture weaving through Dix Park draws massive crowds

Image courtesy of Marjorie Hodges.

Live music ahead: 100+ big concerts in North Carolina

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Fact check: Did Trump oversee the lowest Black unemployment and poverty rates?

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Fact check: Biden says Trump plans to cut Social Security

Fact check: Biden says Trump oversaw 'the largest increase in murder in U.S. history'

Fact check: In NC, Burgum claims Biden shut down natural gas export capacity

Fact check: Democrat says Biden's tariffs on China will 'hit every family'

State lawmakers wind down session with veto overrides, constitutional amendments

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RFK Jr., Cornel West blocked from NC presidential ballot as elections officials investigate petitions

NC lawmakers rush to pass last-minute flood of bills, as 2024 session winds down

NC House overrides Cooper vetoes on masking, campaign finance, juvenile justice, billboards

Lawmakers propose new NC constitutional amendments on voting laws, governor's power

Wake schools wants students to scan a barcode to ride the school bus

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NC students: The teacher shortage hurts us

UNC's first financial well-being director helps prepare students for financial futures

Alumni respond to idea to merge Saint Augustine's, Shaw, after meeting between schools and local business leaders

Saint Augustine's, Shaw alumni react to SAU board chair's letter

WRAL Investigates predatory towing in NC, lawmakers seek crackdown

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'It's Not Sustainable': Insurance Hikes Threaten Affordable Housing

Gangs, and young gang members, are a problem in North Carolina

WRAL Documentary Easy Targets: Gangs getting younger in NC

Gigantic parks in the Triangle: Tour 3 playgrounds in Cary, Apex and Wake Forest 

2024 NBA Draft: UNC's Harrison Ingram selected by San Antonio Spurs in second round

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NC State makes top 4 for Grimsley 5-star QB Faizon Brandon, decision in August

'SportsCenter' anchor shares heartfelt moment about cancer research with Stuart Scott's daughters

Philadelphia 76ers select Duke's Jared McCain with 16th pick in 2024 NBA Draft

Alex Morgan left off U.S. soccer roster for Olympics; Courage's Murphy makes team

Dudley state, national champion Le'Ezra Brown named Gatorade NC Player of the Year in boys track

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The 2024 HighSchoolOT All-State Boys Lacrosse Team

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NC's own Robert Dillingham drafted by San Antonio Spurs, traded to Minnesota

Boys lacrosse rules changes focus on safety of equipment, checking

The investigation found that out of 15 brands of baby wipes tested - seven had concerning or unclear ingredients. 

Potentially harmful chemicals found in some baby wipes

It is up to North Carolina House lawmakers to decide whether to legalize medical marijuana.

NC lawmakers consider next steps to legalize medical marijuana

A Consumer Reports investigation has found some popular baby wipe brands may pose a risk to your baby. The investigation found that out of 15 brands of baby wipes tested - seven had concerning or unclear ingredients. 

Consumer Reports finds unclear ingredients in seven brands of baby wipes

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Residents of the Bridge View neighborhood in Carteret County, where Native American artifacts were found, reported a violent interaction with protesters.

Violent altercation in NC neighborhood after Native American artifacts unearthed

Dozens of homes are already nestled along the intercoastal waterway in Carteret County's Cedar Point, between Jacksonville and Emerald Isle. After the developers dug up bones, the multi-million dollar project to continue building was halted. 

Expedia Group has upgraded its consumer protections following a 5 On Your Side series that exposed how easily scammers could use the site to take your money.

Expedia upgrades consumer protections after 5 On Your Side series

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People who live at the Bridge View Development said they are being harassed in their own yards.

Homeowners say archaeological findings led to violence at protest

Multi-million-dollar housing development could be built on ancient Native American village

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Recall report: MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini, DHZJM's baby lounger and Ford's F-150

Senate budget doesn't include funding to renovate Poe Hall

FDA warns maker of Sara Lee and Entenmann's not to claim foods contain allergens when they don't

Miniverse toys recalled due to banned levels of chemicals

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Warrants: 'Shoot To Kill' gang operating in Wake and Durham counties, leader indicted

WRAL Investigates a man's battle with the state medical board after a surgery gone wrong

NC man goes 'completely numb' after hernia surgery, feels 'stonewalled' by complaint process

Warrants: Gang leader indicted on federal charges, linked to Raleigh crimes dating back to 2019

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NASA taps Elon Muskâs SpaceX to bring International Space Station out of orbit in a few more years

The power and peril of praise: Fostering true confidence and growth

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Amazon joins exclusive club, crossing $2 trillion in stock market value for the first time

Starting your first post-graduation job? Hereâs how to organize your finances

A mechanic for a Boeing subcontractor says he was fired after complaining about poor repair work

Charitable donations continue to decline, down 2.1% in 2023, according to a new Giving USA report

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Celebrating World Social Media Day by using social media for good 

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Dementia: On being ignored

Snapchat is rolling out new safety tools aimed at protecting teens from sextortion

Go Ask Dad: Luminoso!

How you and your family can stay safe in the extreme heat

Mark your calendars: Amazon Prime Day July dates announced PLUS excellent early deals available now!

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