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Four Buncombe County Schools students have died from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the superintendent confirmed. There are 21 other students the district is still trying to contact.

Buncombe County Schools confirm 4 student deaths from Helene, still trying to contact 21 others

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UNC football player Tylee Craft, who inspired teammates as he battled cancer, dies at 23

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Kamala Harris to visit Raleigh, hold rally in Greenville

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Pitt Co. man with 16 DWI convictions gets bond lowered, released from jail

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Man dies in Fayetteville shooting at apartment complex

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Beautiful weekend starts Saturday before another cold front moves in

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Wanted for double murder in Puerto Rico, top 10 most-wanted man found hiding in Franklin County

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Gambill said he set his gun on a fencepost, aimed and fired at the eagle, killing it. He left the bird's carcass on the New River's bank.


Man shoots, kills bald eagle in Sparta, NC

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According to the Moore County Sheriff's Office, a deputy saw a man named Lowell Simon, 68, around 5:25 p.m. Thursday removing campaign signs from the roadside along Seven Lakes Drive in the West End community.

'I shouldn't have done that': NC House candidate arrested, charged with stealing campaign signs

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NC State is set to start freshman quarterback CJ Bailey again with Grayson McCall being knocked from last weekend's loss with a concussion.

NC State, 0-2 in ACC play for first time since 2015, hosts fast-starting Syracuse

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Like many residents of western North Carolina, Taylor Jones and Jonna Munroe never imagined how devastating Hurricane Helene would be for their community. 

Black Mountain pharmacists navigate recovery after Helene

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Investigators say the shooting happened inside the enclosed outdoor patio at Big Apple Restaurant and Sports Pub on Yadkin Road. The victim's girlfriend, Mary Reed, says he was shot by a man who left the club and returned.

'Our kids are really hurting right now': 34-year-old father killed at Fayetteville sports bar, girlfriend speaks out

Family members have identified the victim as 34-year-old Garrett Stroman.

A mapped out itinerary for the perfect fall day in the Triangle area. 

Guide to the perfect fall day in the Triangle 

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Around 3:45 a.m., Durham police responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of University Drive. 

Woman has life-threatening injuries from Durham shooting

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From rich marzens to velvety stouts, Triangle craft breweries are serving up the perfect complement to the autumn season.

Fall flavor fest: Triangle's best breweries serve up seasonal brews

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Hundreds of law enforcement officers from the Triangle are assisting with Hurricane Helene relief efforts in western North Carolina. It includes a group of officers from the Apex, Cary, Holly Springs, Morrisville, Wake Forest police departments and Wake County ABC.

Police from Triangle help with Hurricane Helene relief at Biltmore Village

Holly Springs police are among the law enforcement officers helping patrol the Biltmore Estate in Asheville after Hurricane Helene caused devastation in the area.

Bradd Ettestad story is one of many families experiencing the aftermath of Helene, which swept away towns, communities and lives in western North Carolina on Sept. 27.

Man who left Florida to escape hurricanes nearly loses everything to Helene

Helene destruction in Hendersonville neighborhood

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NEW YORK (AP) â Fisher-Price is recalling parts of over 2 million infant swings across the U.S., Canada and Mexico due to a serious suffocation risk, following reports of five infant deaths.

Fisher-Price recalls over 2 million 'Snuga Swings' following the deaths of 5 infants

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This year, fairgoers can explore an expansive menu of 72 new items, including fried favorites, global flavors, and creative twists on classics, making for a flavorful and memorable experience.

72 new food items: 2024 North Carolina State Fair has something for every taste 

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UNC Health psychiatrist Nadia Charguia, MD, shares six tips about how to talk to your child after a hurricane or other natural disaster.


6 ways to help children after a hurricane

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Slideshow: Northern lights make appearance in central North Carolina on Oct. 10, 2024

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Tickets will go on sale Friday for "Music for the Mountains," an Oct. 27 concert at Red Hat Amphitheater benefiting Hurricane Helene victims. WRAL is a proud media sponsor.


Music for the Mountains: Old Crow Medicine Show to headline Helene relief concert at Red Hat

The Music for the Mountains event is set for Oct. 27 at the Red Hat Amphitheater in downtown Raleigh.

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Teddy, a therapy dog with the Raleigh Police Departement, is helping spread smiles all across the state after the stress brought on by Hurricane Helene.

Raleigh police therapy dog 'Teddy' spends time with first responders

Teddy cheers up first responders

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Custodian's lunchtime performances bring smiles to kids' faces

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Hendersonville man loses sentimental itms in Helene flooding

In Depth with Dan: Helene response and misinformation

Disability advocate group providing support to Helene survivors

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Police: Teen may have accidentally shot himself in Durham

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5 On Your Side uncovers Venmo donation fraud targeting Helene relief efforts 

Roberts on Smith Center replacement: 'Have to be thinking long term'

Lockdown lifted at Hillside High School, authorities said

'If it ain't broke, don't fix it': Why one law professor says NC constitutional amendment unneeded

Heavy Israeli bombardment in northern Gaza as UN peacekeepers in Lebanon are hit again

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Floridians evacuated for Hurricane Milton after wake-up call from devastating Helene

Transit systems are targeting fare evaders to win back riders leery about crime

Middle East latest: Palestinian officials say 22 killed in Israeli airstrikes

Boeing will lay off 10% of its employees as a strike by factory workers cripples airplane production

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Foodie News: Benchwarmers Bagels opens new Raleigh location

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The Local: Canes set date for opening of new restaurant at Backyard Bistro location

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Fact check: Is government seizing North Carolina lithium after Helene?

Fact check: No, Democrats didn't withhold aid to right-leaning NC counties after Helene

Fact check: No, FEMA and other Helene responders aren't 'confiscating' supplies

Fact-checking 5 misleading claims about Helene relief efforts

NC election chief says early voting will start on time despite Hurricane Helene

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NC elections face shifting rules, uncertainty heading into final 2024 stretch

NC election officials provide update on election changes for counties hit by Helene

AG candidate Bishop sues Jackson campaign for defamation

Election 2024: Voter registration ends Friday, but you get another chance in early voting. What to know

Classes to resume for colleges in UNC System in western NC

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Attorney representing NC State employees, alumni discusses case involving Poe Hall

Environmental attorney accuses NC State of neglecting cancer risk in Poe Hall

Wake County mom says her son's classroom has no permanent teacher for school year

Ahead of formal installation, UNC chancellor reflects on tenure, reiterates commitment to affordability

Did weak building codes contribute to devastation from Helene?

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CDC investigating potential 'cancer cluster' at NC State after hundreds of people who worked, studied in Poe Hall develop cancer

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Much of Tropical Storm Fred relief money remains untouched as western NC regroups after Helene

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Kucherov scores go-ahead goal, two empty-netters to push Lightning past Hurricanes in season opener

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West Wilkes snaps 17-game losing streak to rival Wilkes Central

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Northern Guilford remains unbeaten, shows toughness in win at Northwest Guilford

There's been some confusion regarding the government's response to Helene in western North Carolina. So let's break it down.

Some have been critical of the government's response to Helene. Here's a breakdown of how disaster response works

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A month without a teacher. A local mother's discovery led to a 5 On Your Side investigation. WRAL 5 On Your Side looks into the statewide shortage of teachers and the impact it's having on students.

A month without a teacher: 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

A month without a teacher! 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

Kim Wooten, an engineer and member of the state Building Code Council, has criticized recent changes to North Carolina's building codes, which she believes have weakened building standards and paved the way for more destruction in the next storm.

Weak building codes making North Carolina less safe, engineer says

After months of WRAL investigations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now working to determine if there is a connection between PCBs in Poe Hall and employee cancer cases.

CDC to investigate potential cancer cluster among Poe Hall workers at NC State

Before hunting for deep discounts on Amazon Prime Day, 5 On Your Side is warning you about the pitfalls to watch out for while you shop and after.

How to guard against scammers this Prime Day

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions related to the response to Hurricane Helene.

Answering viewer questions about Hurricane Helene aftermath

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Scammers impersonate Venmo account to steal Helene donations

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NC town waiting for millions hit again 3 years later. WRAL Investigates why relief funds take years to help local communities

Hope Mills man charged with murdering 25-year-old man after turning himself in

How difficult is it for underage people to get vapes? WRAL goes undercover to find out

Man killed outside barbershop Saturday in Clinton

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New AI phone conversation tool QuikTok is getting people talking

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Elon Musk unveils Tesla's 'Cybercab,' plans to bring autonomous driving tech to other models in 2025

TikTok was aware of risks kids and teens face on its platform, legal document alleges

Documents show OpenAI's long journey from nonprofit to $157B valued company

'Biopharma Crescent' sees rapid expansion fueled by recent investments 

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Closed for renovations: NC Museum of History working to retell the state's story

Shifting from parenting to coaching: How and when to make the switch

Adults Night: 'Magic and Monsters' planned at Raleigh museum

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