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At least one person was hospitalized after a serious crash involving a UPS truck early Wednesday morning near E. Millbrook Road and Atlantic Avenue in Raleigh.

At least one person hospitalized after 3-vehicle crash with UPS truck on E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh

Sky 5 flies over serious crash that shut down E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh

3-vehicle crash near E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh

Former NC doctor serving life for murder may soon be free after a conditional pardon and 2-year wait

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Hot, steamy Wednesday on tap before storms move in for holiday weekend

Bus stop for Wednesday, May 22

Norway, Ireland and Spain say they will recognize a Palestinian state, deepening Israel's isolation

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Man shot, killed in front of Durham business overnight

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Trump's social media account shares a campaign video with a headline about a 'unified Reich'

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Charlotte Hornets player hits little boy with car after he asks for autograph, mother says

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According to the Chatham County Sheriff's Office, deputies used "all less-than-lethal options" available and captured three of the four dogs. After deputies tried to capture the fourth dog on multiple occasions, a deputy shot and killed the dog.

Woman charged after Chatham Co. deputies say her four dogs attacked three people

Chatham County deputies captured three dogs and killed another after they say the dogs attacked three people Monday. Photos courtesy of the Chatham County Sheriff's Office.

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 -- These agencies don't provide substantive reproductive healthcare or clinical services.  Usually, they legally cannot provide those services because these 'crisis pregnancy centers" are unlicensed, largely unregulated and routinely do not employ licensed medical professionals.

JULIE VON HAEFEN: Unregulated, unaccountable 'crisis pregnancy centers' get millions in state tax dollars

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Students, lawmakers and business leaders will discuss Wednesday how the elimination of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) will impact our state.

'Have an open mind': NC lawmakers to discuss importance of DEI policies ahead of vote to defund them

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The ALE reached out to WRAL Investigates wanting to speak about their concerns regarding the prevalence of underage drinking and driving, and its devastating consequences.

ALE hopes for more resources after deadly crashes involving underage drinking

WRAL Investigates underage drinking & driving

A search warrant from a Garner home shows links between deadly fentanyl distributed in Raleigh and phone calls to Mexico.

Evidence links Garner man to Mexican cartel, fentanyl ring

Raleigh homeowners can expect to pay more in property taxes in 2025 compared to this year, according to the city's proposed budget. It's because home values have increased.

Raleigh property tax rate is going down, but you will probably pay more

Is homeownership becoming unattainable in the Triangle? 

Warren County Schools on Tuesday responded to a mother's claims that her son with autism was restrained and put in a closet. Asha Crews said her 6-year-old son, Sincere, was placed in a "restraint chair" inside a broom closet at Mariam Boyd Elementary. Crews said the closet has no air conditioning.

Reaction pours in after woman accuses Warren Co. school of restraining her son with autism

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Starting Tuesday, the inside lane of the exit ramp from Interstate 40 to U.S. Highway 70 (Exit 309) will be closed for two days.

Part of I-40 ramp to close at US 70 in Raleigh Wednesday morning

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The Carolina Panthers have shared their latest plans for a renovated practice facility near Bank of America Stadium.

Carolina Panthers unveil plans, renderings of proposed Charlotte practice facility near Bank of America Stadium

The Carolina Panthers shared their latest plans for a new practice facility. During Monday's Charlotte City Council zoning meeting, the team shared renderings of the proposal. Photo credit: Tepper Sports & Entertainment

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â A North Carolina man living in his car was wrongfully convicted of having a semiautomatic weapon when he parked outside a university hospital and sought emergency medical care, a state appeals court ruled Tuesday.

North Carolina court throws out conviction of man with guns inside car on campus

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There are a number of impressive Memorial Day deals this week including discounts for military members, restaurant offers, gift card bonuses, retail sales and more!

Memorial Day Deals 2024: Military discounts, gift card bonuses, restaurant & retail offers

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May 21 is International Tea Day, as declared by the United Nations. In honor of it, Tar Heel Traveler went to Chowan County with the story of the Edenton Tea Party.

Tar Heel Traveler: Edenton Tea Party

Read on for your guide to a May full of fun, which includes the Got to Be NC Festival, The Lion King at DPAC, outdoor markets, strawberries, a dessert festival and more! 


75+ things to do in May

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Fare Game, the newest addition to downtown Clayton's nightlife scene, is serving up pizza, cocktails, beer, wine and arcade games.

Barcade opens in downtown Clayton with pizza, pinball and more

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Having a hurricane survival kit prepared can help you and your family stay safe and comfortable if a hurricane hits.

Hurricane survival kit: How to keep your family safe when a hurricane hits

Hurricane Florence was one of the worst hurricanes in NC history.

In 2024, there have already been 30 reported sewer overflows in Wake County, totaling more than 336,000 gallons of raw sewage spilling into the environment.

Sewer overflows in Raleigh reflective of aging infrastructure, growing population & extreme weather events

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A man was shot and killed Tuesday night on Guess Road in Durham.

Man shot and killed Tuesday night in Durham

Students, state lawmakers to speak on importance of DEI policies ahead of vote to defund them

Family says LaMelo Ball ran over son's foot

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Wake Co. school employees call for the County's getting more funding

Wake County school employees rallied Tuesday for county leaders to approve more funding for the school district.

1 million veterans exposed to toxins get help from VA

Durham police make arrests in two fatal hit-and-runs

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Dozens of Wake County educators rally for better pay, classrooms as county leaders discuss budget

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New website offers one-stop shop for NC climate change resources

Videri is nominated for best chocolate shop in the country

Tree branch crashes through car at Raleigh park; city to remove tree in question

Tornado kills multiple people in Iowa as powerful storms again tear through Midwest

Nation/World

Biden administration canceling student loans for another 160,000 borrowers

How 2 debunked accounts of sexual violence on Oct. 7 fueled a global dispute over Israel-Hamas war

Ex-NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani pleads not guilty to felony charges in Arizona election interference case

Matthew Perry's death under investigation in connection with ketamine level found in actor's blood

Traditionally seasonal pools open on Memorial Day weekend, unofficially signaling the beginning of summer. It's not Memorial Day yet, but many pools and spraygrounds in and around Raleigh have already opened for the season. 

6 spraygrounds, local pools now open for the season

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Track prices, plan stops: Many use Google to start their summer travel

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'The Voice' finale tonight features NC artist Josh Sanders

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BimbÃ© headliner Monica says she wasn't booked. Durham city leaders begin investigation

Headliner of BimbÃ© Cultural Arts Festival unable to attend due to booking error

Jo Koy to bring comedy tour to Raleigh

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Fact check: Trump says Biden wants to stop 'all aid' to Israel

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Fact check: Biden says China has more retirees than workers

Fact check: Trump says immigrants will 'destroy' Social Security

Fact check: Biden says Trump wants to monitor women's pregnancies

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

NC public safety imitative: New website of climate change resources

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NC Congressman to undergo surgery for tumor in skull, believed to be benign

NC House Republicans won't sign off on mask ban proposal

Changes to state pension plan, 401(k) rules advance in NC legislature

Autopsy results could be withheld from families under proposed NC bill

Spilling the tea on solitary confinement and mental health

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Wake schools approves plan for preventing overdose deaths with naloxone

Meal prices will go up next year in Wake schools

Harnett County high schooler awarded more than $3 million in scholarships

Wake County educators to rally Tuesday for more money in schools

5 On Your Side: An anonymous letter accused a Wake teacher of abuse. What happened after a mom pushed for an investigation

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North Carolina grapples with growing nursing shortage

Divisive or beneficial? Questions linger as UNC system looks to cut diversity programs

Expect more bear sightings until August, wildlife experts say

How Red Lobster's misguided endless shrimp promotion drove it into bankruptcy

ACC votes to accept settlements in antitrust lawsuits against NCAA

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'Home Run Derby with defense' coming to DBAP this fall

Peters, Sanchez shine In Durham shutout of Memphis, 1-0

Canes collapse, the Panthers paint and a NASCAR fight in the Sports Moments of the Week

Power conferences, NCAA to vote on landmark $2.7 billion settlement as smaller leagues balk at terms

South Central baseball breaks NCHSAA record with three grand slams in a single game; takes 1-0 3A East lead on Terry Sanford

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Wake Forest continues magical run with big seventh inning at Garner

(2) Whiteville hands (1) Greene Central first loss of season in opening game of 2A east series

Midway continues torrid playoff run with series-opening win over Martin County

Weddington spins one-hit shutout in 4A west final to defeat Northwest Guilford

Your car insurance is going up - and it's not inflation! WRAL's 5 On Your Side looks into how much it could rise and the new North Carolina law that set it off.

Car insurance rates enter the fast lane for NC drivers

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The housing market is beginning to cool a bit nationwide, but data shows homes in the Triangle sit above what the going rate is for most in the region.

Median home values in Wake County $100,000 higher than median sale price in South

Raleigh homes selling for about $100,000 more than entire South region, data shows

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The struggles are reflective of a national trend of resegregation, complicated by ongoing housing segregation and a changing education landscape.

Study highlights segregation impacting NC schools 70 years after Brown v. Board

NC schools are struggling with segregation 70 years after Brown v. Board, new research shows

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Raleigh only sits behind Atlanta, GA and Fort Worth, TX.

Raleigh is the nation's third fastest-growing big city, data shows

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Pedigree recalls some hard dog food

Recall: Pedigree dog food sold at Walmart may contain metal pieces

 Abuse allegations inside a classroom. Anonymous letter warned a mother to take action.

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for China Wok, Hibachi Sushi and Outback Steakhouse

WRAL Investigates: Stopping underage drinking & driving by finding the source

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

Police chases in NC have more than doubled since 2019. 24 people were killed in pursuits in 2022

Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

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AI and marketing: Learn from Triangle leaders at annual event

Raleigh ranks No. 2 in best performing cities list, No. 5 for quality of life

U.S. surpasses clean energy milestone of 5 million solar installations

More companies offer on-site child care. Parents love the convenience, but is it a long-term fix?

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Petrochemical company fined more than $30 million for 2019 explosions near Houston

Japan racks up trade deficit as imports balloon due to cheap yen

Learning how to use AI could boost your pay by 25%, study finds

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Triplets reunite with NICU nurses 18 years later

Go Ask Dad: Magic broods 

Protect your kids online: Raleigh elementary school to host internet safety event Monday

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