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Authorities arrested a dog breeder over the weekend in Apex after they said she left seven puppies in a hot car.

NJ breeder accused of leaving seven puppies inside hot car in Apex over the weekend

CHANCE FOR RAIN AT THE END OF THE WEEK. >> NOW AT 7 AND NEW TONIGHT, WE'RE HEARING FROM THE WOMAN ACCUSED OF LEAVING SEVERAL PUPPIES IN A HOT CAR IN APEX WITH NO AC OR WINDOWS CRACKED TEMPERATURES SOARING ABOVE 100 DEGREES. >> SHE'S FACING 7 COUNTS OF ANIMAL CRUELTY. THANKS FOR JOINING US TONIGHT. I'M ASHLEY ROLE AND I'M DAN HAGGERTY. HERE'S ANOTHER LOOK AT THE FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPIES THAT WERE INSIDE OF THAT VEHICLE. INVESTIGATORS SAYING THAT THEY WERE STRUGGLING TO BREATHE WHEN THEY FOUND THEM IN THAT ONE. >> WAS UNRESPONSIVE. WRAL'S JULIAN GRACE IS LIVE NOW AFTER SPEAKING WITH THE WOMAN WHO IS ACCUSED OF DOING THIS. AND JULIAN, GIVE US AN IDEA OF HOW SHE'S RATIONALIZING ALL OF THIS. >> WELL, THEN AS YOU KNOW, THERE'S 2 SIDES TO EVERY STORY. AND TONIGHT WE GOT WHITNEY JOHNSON'S SIDE. SHE'S FROM NEW JERSEY AND SHE'S THE OWNER OF THOSE FRENCH BULLIES THAT YOU JUST SAW RIGHT THERE. SHE'S BEEN A BREEDER FOR 5 YEARS AND SHE SAYS THIS IS NOT ONLY AN INVESTMENT FOR HER, BUT THOSE DOGS ARE HER BABIES. HERE'S SOME PICTURES THAT SHE SAID TO US EARLIER THIS EVENING. WHEN WE TALK TO HER VO ZOOM THAT SHE TELLS ME THE DOGS WERE IN THE CAR OUTSIDE OF THE FIRST WATCH. BUT THE CLIMATE WAS CONTROLLED. SHE SAYS THE AIR WAS ON A FAMILY'S PLACED INSIDE AND THE TEMPERATURE WAS SET TO 89 DEGREES A TEMPERATURE SHE SAYS, IS REQUIRED FOR THE PUPPIES. HEALTH AND WELLNESS. SHE SAYS WHEN OFFICERS ARRIVED, THE DOGS WERE NOT IN THE CAR BECAUSE THEY WERE BEING BATHED BECAUSE SOME OF THEM HAVE PUT ON THEMSELVES. SHE SAYS THE OFFICERS NEVER ASKED HER FOR A STATEMENT. THEY JUST TOOK THE WORD FROM A BYSTANDER. JOHNSON ALSO SHARED OVER AND OVER IN A VERY EMOTIONAL INTERVIEW THAT THESE DOGS AND NOT ONLY AN INVESTMENT SHE TAKES CARE OF THESE PUPPIES AROUND THE CLOCK. >> ABSOLUTELY. ABSOLUTELY. THAT IS. AND THAT'S IT FOR ME. SO I DON'T KNOW WHY ANYONE WOULD THINK THAT WOULD THROW MY INVESTMENT IN THE TRACKS. >> NOW WE CAN TELL YOU THOSE PUPPIES ARE CURRENTLY WITH A WAKE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER. THERE WERE A TOTAL OF 7 AND CURRENTLY THE SHELTER ONLY HAS 6, ONE OF THOSE TO PUPPIES HAS BEEN EUTHANIZED. NOW COMING UP, ALL NEW TONIGHT AT 10 11, YOU'LL HEAR MORE FROM JOHNSON AND YOU HEAR SPECIFICALLY WHAT VIDEO SHE SAYS WOULD CLEAR HER. ALSO, YOU'LL HEAR FROM THE APEX POLICE DEPARTMENT WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR INVESTIGATION. ALL OF THAT IS ALL NEW TONIGHT AT 10 11

Woman accused of leaving puppies in hot car disputes charges

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Higher property tax bills become reality. Some in Wake will pay thousands more per year

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Robinson to hold fundraiser with NC church previously investigated for slavery, child abuse

North Carolinaâs Race for Governor: Expensive, Closely Watched and Probably Tight

Wake County commissioners approve naming bridge after Deputy Ned Byrd; Wake Sheriff waiting for DOT approval

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Man pleads guilty to murder of two Franklinton roommates, faces two life sentences

Christian Webster (pictured on the right side wearing glasses) pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree murder for shooting and killing his roommates William Hulme and Matthew Johnson.

Humidity returns, heat advisories issued for Triangle on Tuesday

Peak heat index through Wednesday

One person injured during domestic dispute at Wayne County home

Shooting scene on Sleep Creek Drive in Wayne County

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WASHINGTON (AP) â President Joe Biden's terrible performance at the June 27 presidential debate has raised concerns about his age, health and ability to lead the federal government.

The White House faces many questions about Biden's health and medical history. Here are some answers

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North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday signed a dozen bills, vetoed one and let another bill become law without his signature.

Cooper approves child care funding, teacher pay bills, vetoes court docs measure

Bus driver raises part of WCPSS budget discussion

The North Carolina Zoo welcomed its newest member of its baboon habitat on Monday.

New zoo resident: NC Zoo welcomes baby baboon

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Beryl continues to produce flooding rains and the risk of tornadoes across portions of eastern Texas, western Louisiana and Arkansas.

Hurricane season 2024: Beryl weakens to tropical depression; flooding & risk of tornadoes still possible in Texas

Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas as Category 1 storm

WRAL News received reports of sirens going off at Shearon Harris Nuclear Power Plant Monday morning. Wake County officials said there is no emergency, and Duke Energy officials are working to determine what caused the sirens to be activated.

Duke Energy says no emergency after sirens sound at Shearon Harris Nuclear Plant

Shearon Harris Nuclear Power Plant

A federal lawsuit has accused a contractor with nearly $200 million worth of contracts with the North Carolina Department of Transportation of creating a racially hostile work environment.

NCDOT continues to pay millions to company it found discriminated against minority-owned subcontractor

On WRAL at 6: Millions of tax dollars going to a company accused of racism. WRAL Investigates why the state still hasn't taken action

Since 2019, construction around the project has slowed the flow of traffic for people heading to sporting events at PNC Arena and Carter-Finley Stadium as well as for North Carolina State Fair attendees.

Engineers expect Blue Ridge Road underpass to be ready for 2025 state fair

Blue Ridge Road underpass

Authorities said a Lee County woman is accused of stealing at least 100 vases from graves at two Cumberland County cemeteries and selling the metal to a scrapyard.

Warrants: Woman stole more than 100 vases from Cumberland County cemeteries

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Bikers riding in memory of one of their own were injured Saturday when a car merged into their lane.

Biker community comes together after crash that injured 2

Memorial ride for Big Mike

The board in charge of the plan voted last year to award the third-party management contract to Aetna starting in 2025. Blue Cross sued, claiming the decision was made due to errors and an unfair scoring process used by the state.

Judge rejects Blue Cross's claim that NC unfairly picked Aetna to manage health plan

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Franklin Street and part of the UNC campus will be featured in the upcoming season of the teen drama.

Photos: 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' shooting scenes in Chapel Hill

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A look at key dates on the 2024-2025 school calendar for traditional schools in and around the Triangle.

2024-2025 traditional school calendars for Wake, Durham, Orange, Cumberland and Johnston counties

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It's almost time for the 2024 Olympics. Get ready for all the action -- everything on the track, courts and fields, in the pools and all the other events -- with a guide that tells you everything you need to know about the global gathering in Paris.

Olympics 2024: How to watch, when it starts, key dates in Paris

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Target Circle Week returns July 7-13 with their biggest sale of the season on thousands of items including summer clothing, back-to-school essentials, kitchen, floor care, toys, bedding and bath, skincare and more! Read on for the details and a list of top deals. 

Target Circle Week is LIVE NOW with their biggest sale of the season

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Achieve more with these back to school tips and tricks. This article helps students and parents get a jump on the upcoming school year.


6 helpful back-to-school tips for students & parents

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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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Authorities said the shooting happened during a domestic incident at the home.

One person shot on Sleepy Creek Drive in Wayne County

Wake Co. commissioners pass proposal to name bridge after fallen deputy Ned Byrd

Tar Heel Traveler: Chapel Hill submarine captain

Property tax bill increases surprises Wake County homeowners as new fiscal year begins

Families share grief, anger as man sentenced to life in prison for Franklinton double murder

Families share grief, anger as man sentenced to life in prison for double murder

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3 killed when small plane crashes in western North Carolina mountains, officials say

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TV shoot closes some roads in Chapel Hill

Cherokees in North Carolina begin sales of recreational marijuana to adult members

Plates Kitchen to close Glenwood Avenue restaurant in downtown Raleigh

Actor known for roles on 'Bob's Burgers' and 'Arrested Development' pleads guilty over role in Capitol attack

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Beryl weakens to tropical depression after slamming into Texas as Category 1 hurricane

Republicans move at Trump's behest to change how they will oppose abortion

Karen Readâs defense team says jurors were unanimous on acquitting her of murder

Florida man arrested after dangling, dropping child off second-floor resort balcony

Site plans show Polar Ice Raleigh is expanding, adding a second ice rink as hockey and skating grow in popularity in the South.



Polar Ice Raleigh adding second ice rink as hockey interest soars

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Foodie News: New coffee shops; gourmet market planned for Raleigh's East End

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Dix Park sunflowers in full bloom. Here's what you need to know

Dorothea Dix Park - Sunflowers in Bloom

NC Museum of History makeover: What's changing, what's planned 

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Knightdale celebrates July 4th with bike parade, water fun

Knightdale July 4, 2024 bike parade

Weekend best bets: Enofest, food truck fun

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

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What happens if Joe Biden or Donald Trump drop out?

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

'Cheap fake' videos of Biden, Trump take center stage of 2024 election

Fact check: Did a federal court just rule vaccine mandates unconstitutional?

Sports bettors in North Carolina wager nearly $400 million in June, a new low in the state

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Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Greensboro on Thursday for campaign event

First lady visiting Wilmington Monday as pressure builds for Biden campaign

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending July 4

Cooper vetoes bills on building safety rules, government-backed cryptocurrencies

Department of Education and Brown University reach agreement on antidiscrimination efforts

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Is college worth it? Poll finds only 36% of Americans have confidence in higher education

Wake year-round schools start Monday with new safety measures in place

Wake year-round schools start Monday with new system for anonymous reporting, bus delay alerts

Adoptive mother forced child to buy supplies & dismember sibling's body, warrants allege

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'Warehouses of neglect:' US Senate report highlights allegations of neglect, abuse at Holly Hill Hospital's parent company

FDA approves drug shown to slow effects of Alzheimer's disease

'He needs to step up': Some top NC Democrats raise concerns over Biden

Wake County teacher arrested following WRAL investigation into letters alleging abuse

Hurricanes hire president with deep ties to franchise to run business operations

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Cooper Flagg takes advantage of his opportunity to play against U.S. Olympic team

Keegan Bradley appointed US Ryder Cup captain after Tiger Woods turns down the job

UConn, coach Dan Hurley agree to 6-year, $50 million deal a month after he spurned offer from Lakers

Courage explodes in second half, take down Louisville FC 3-1

Panther Creek WR Nare Means commits to Charlotte

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Two-time state champion Hough soccer coach David Smith announces retirement

Electronic communication with catcher will be permitted in high school softball beginning in 2025

445 players earn NC Softball Coaches all-state honors

43 NC players make US Lacrosse All-American

WRAL anchor/reporter looks at the growing popularity of cricket.

In Depth with Dan: Is cricket the next big thing in NC?

The U.S. Senate has raised concerns about the care provided to children at facilities owned by Universal Health Services. The company owns Holly Hill Hospital.

US Senate issues scathing report on mental health companies, including Holly Hill Hospital's owner

Multiple North Carolina Democratic members of Congress are also now weighing in on President Joe Biden and what he needs to do if he plans to keep running for reelection.

NC Democrats divided over Joe Biden's presidential candidacy

Joe Biden arrives on Air Force One at RDU

Understaffing, inexperienced employees, underreported escapes, worries about patient safety-- all concerns from two former high-ranking employees of Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh.

Former Holly Hill Hospital executives raise concerns about mental health facility

Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh

The House and Senate adjourned without pouring more money into a private school voucher program -- a move that could affect 54,000 students. The chambers had hoped to approve more than $460 million in additional funds.

Expansion of NC private school vouchers stalled

WRAL 5 On Your Side shows several ways to protect your car from a break-in.

How to protect your car from a break-in

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5 On Your Side: How to cool your car without wasting gas

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Hyderabadi Biryani, Blue Fox Indian Cuisine and Saltgrass Steakhouse

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Ford recalls more than 30,000 Mustangs for steering issue

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Woman found dead on Creedmoor Road, Raleigh police investigating 

Former Holly Hill employees share concerns about patient safety, citing escapes and understaffing

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

Wake County teacher arrested after WRAL investigation, charged with assaulting students

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1 of 100: Enloe teen selected for prestigious MIT program

Bayer buys more green tech from Durhamâs Pairwise

Raleigh e-commerce tech company acquired by Intuit Mailchimp

TruLab relocates to RTP, plans to hire 100 over two years

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Judge who nixed Musk's pay package hears arguments on massive fee request from plaintiff lawyers

'Better, faster, cheaper:' How AI is reshaping career paths for new college graduates

For Older People Who Are Lonely, Is the Solution a Robot Friend?

The US housing slump deepened this spring. Where does that leave home shoppers and sellers?

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Chasing waterfalls: Top 7 whimsical waterfalls in the Raleigh area

Boots on the ground keep revelers safe to enjoy fireworks in skies

Alzheimer's drug could make big difference to hundreds of thousands of families 

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