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A WRAL Weather Alert Day has been issued for Monday due to the threat of isolated tornadoes and flash flooding.


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Storm threats: July 22, 2024

Cooper addresses Biden's legacy, Harris VP rumors as Democratic presidential campaign shakes up

Gov. Cooper makes remarks at NC Democratic fundraiser

Cars submerged in water, truck stuck in sinkhole as storms cause flooding in Triangle

Car submerged in water in Durham at Garrett and Old Chapel Hill Road

Couple found dead in burning Johnston County home

2024 Election Latest: Harris breaks donation record, claims over half of her needed delegates

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New Amazon facility opens in Fayetteville 

Knightdale break-in caught on camera, woman hopes footage will bring justice

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Monday, July 22, 2024 -- President Joe Biden's decision not to seek a second term in office put the best interests and concerns the nation and his party ahead of personal ambitions or pride -- as exemplified by his term as 46th president, his eight years as vice president and 36 years in the Senate.

Editorial: Biden's difficult decision made with characteristic grace

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Looking to pass the torch

Monday marked the fourth straight day of cancelation chaos at Raleigh-Durham International Airport after a faulty cybersecurity update took down computers around the world on Friday.

Hundreds of flights canceled, travelers stranded for 4th straight day at RDU

RDU travelers continue to face delays, cancellations after outage  

Storms have knocked down trees across the Triangle Monday morning.

Man injured when tree falls, homes damaged in Raleigh and Garner during storms

Flooding on East Millbrook Road in Raleigh

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) â Vice President Kamala Harris won the backing of more than two-thirds of the Democratic delegates she needs to become her party's nominee and set a new fundraising record Monday in her first 24 hours as a presidential candidate, as top Democrats rallied to her in their bid to defeat Republican Donald Trump.

Harris claims most of the delegates she needs for the nomination, sets new fundraising record

Whatâs Next for the Harris Campaign

A 32-year-old man drowned Sunday afternoon at Raleigh Beach along the Neuse River in Raleigh.


32-year-old man drowns at Raleigh Beach at Neuse River Greenway Trail

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle said Monday that her agency failed in its mission to protect former President Donald Trump, as lawmakers of both major political parties demanded during a highly contentious congressional hearing that she resign over security failures that allowed a gunman to scale a roof and open fire at a campaign rally.

Secret Service director, grilled by lawmakers on the Trump assassination attempt, says 'we failed'

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Swallowing a handful of pills is a daily ritual for many people, from young adults coping with anxiety to older adults managing chronic conditions. Overall, 13% of people in the U.S. take five or more prescription drugs. For those 65 and older, that number is 42%.

Too many pills? How to talk to your doctor about reviewing whatâs needed

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The new 26-court complex is due to open in late fall at the J. Burt Gillette Athletic Complex.

Wilson shares photos of new pickleball courts due to open in late fall 2024

The new 26-court complex is due to open in late fall at the J. Burt Gillette Athletic Complex. Photo courtesy of the city of Wilson.

The arbitration committee appointed by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges reversed the decision to strip SAU of its membership.



Accreditation ruling a relief for Saint Augustine's, but work remains to secure financial standing

St. Augustine's University 

If Harris earns the nomination, polling conducted before Biden's decision shows she might have a higher hurdle to clear than Biden did in North Carolina. North Carolina delegates and Gov. Roy Cooper, rumored to be on a short list of possible Harris running mates, endorsed the vice president Sunday.

Will Kamala Harris help Democrats win North Carolina if she's the party nominee?

Can Harris Inherit Bidenâs Campaign Cash? Most Likely, Yes.

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A rainy day in Raleigh? Here are some indoor activities, places and spaces to keep you busy! 

9 things to do on a rainy day in Raleigh

Rainy conditions could lead to localized flooding

With Vice President Kamala Harris being eyed as a potential replacement for President Joe Biden on the Democratic ticket, her stances on key issues will be scrutinized by both parties and the nation's voters.

Where Kamala Harris stands on the issues: Abortion, immigration and more

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As U.S. health officials investigate a fatal outbreak of listeria food poisoning, they're advising people who are pregnant, elderly or have compromised immune systems to avoid eating sliced deli meat unless it's recooked at home to be steaming hot.

Here's what to do with deli meats as the CDC investigates a listeria outbreak across the U.S.

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Meteorologist Chris Michaels says it isn't just your mind playing tricks. Thunder can sound louder at night.

Ask the Meteorologist: Can thunder actually be louder at night?

Storm clouds, lightning, thunder, severe weather

Here are five ideas for spending the day or weekend in the Wilmington area without going to the actual beach.

5 things to do in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach that don't involve the beach

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GalaxyCon Raleigh is more than a comic-con! It's a four-day festival of fandom with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists and people like you. Enjoy this event at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Raleigh cornerstone GalaxyCon to bring 'Daredevil,' 'Star Trek' stars to town

Main exhibit floor inside the Raleigh Convention Center

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Kamala Harris spoke Monday to campaign staffers in Delaware.

Kamala Harris speaks to campaign staffers in Delaware

Tar Heel Traveler: Kitty Hawk Kites on the Outer Banks  

Road blocked off due to flooding off Atlantic Avenue in Raleigh 

Medicaid to expand coverage to include weight-loss medications

Truck gets stuck in sinkhole on US 15-501 in Durham 

Heavy rain causes sinkholes in Durham 

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Golf cart shortage at Sanford Municipal Golf Course after lightning strike 

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Raleigh man celebrates $150,000 Powerball win

Retired Durham County judge, former District Attorney Leon Stanback dies 

Tree falls on man in Wake County neighborhood

Car pulls into path of tractor-trailer near Selma, customers lose power

Biden's decision to drop out crystallized Sunday. His staff knew one minute before the public did

Nation/World

Israel orders evacuation of part of Gaza humanitarian zone as war's toll passes 39,000 Palestinians

CrowdStrike CEO called to testify to Congress over cybersecurity's firm role in global tech outage

A gunman has killed 6 people including his mother at a nursing home in Croatia, officials say

Foodie News: Postino wine cafÃ© in Raleigh opening in Village District 

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5 beach towns in North Carolina to suit any fancy

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Dinosaur installations pop up in downtown Raleigh

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Billy Strings among IBMA Bluegrass Music Award nominees

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

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With Biden out, how will Democrats choose a 2024 presidential nominee?

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Fact-checking Trump's RNC claims about immigration, the economy and more

Fallout from spreading election falsehoods: lawsuits, settlements and bankruptcy filings

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

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

Biden drops out of presidential race as Harris works to secure Democratic nomination

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President Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race

Harris could become the first female president after years of breaking racial and gender barriers

In their words: NC political leaders respond to Biden's withdrawal 

Wake County superintendent discusses student abuse incident handling, timelines for parents

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Now is the time to get back-to-school vaccines

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announces retirement

What NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson's retirement means for the future of Poe Hall

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson to retire

Parents demand accountability after years of violations at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

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A year later, Durham is still sifting through cases of illegal dirt bike activity. Here's why

Clean energy batteries tied to toxic chemical pollution

Cellphone usage in schools is a concern for parents, teachers: Are cellphone bans the right move?

Parent group proposes cellphone ban at Wake public schools during school board meeting

'As long as it takes': ACC commissioner commits to fight 'harmful' legal battles with Clemson, Florida State

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New ACC member SMU 'bonkers' about long-awaited return to power conference

NCHSAA participation rises in almost every sport, surpasses 200,000 total student-athletes

LeBron James selected as Team USA male flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony

Warner Bros. Discovery, TNT Sports informs NBA it will match Amazon Prime Video's offer to air games

Grimsley 4-star DE Bryce Davis commits to Clemson over Duke

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Here are the school officials on the NCHSAA's 2025-29 realignment committee

Adam Trusky named MVP as East beats West in boys soccer all-star game

West beats East in girls soccer all-star game for first time since 2015

NC high school MLB Draft tracker: See which 28 players were selected in 2024

Allegations of abuse inside a classroom, WRAL Investigates why the school took nearly two years to report alleged abuse to law enforcement and parents. Keely Arthur pushes for answers from Wake County school officials. 

WRAL Investigates allegations of abuse inside a classroom

State and local governments spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on studies, research projects, and consultants. However, not all of these projects pay off.

We spent how much on what? WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

WRAL Investigates wasted money

The scammers convinced a Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

Bitcoin ATM scam prompted Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank

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Raleigh woman warns others after experiencing Bitcoin ATM scam

The scammers convinced Pauline Miller to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

WRAL Investigates one of the most expensive city projects that went nowhere.

WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

On WRAL at 6: Hundreds of millions of your tax dollars wasted

Project 2025 outlines a massive overhaul of the federal government. Donald Trump and North Carolina Republicans are distancing themselves from the 922-page plan. Democrats in Raleigh are warning voters about it. 

In Depth with Dan: Who is behind Project 2025?

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Malicious actors trying to exploit global tech outage for their own gain

Ways to prevent tech outages and what to do if one happens

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Bruegger's Bagels, Sonic and Sunny's Diner 

5 On Your Side: Protecting yourself from cyber attacks

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People push for accountability at Holly Hill Hospital

Patients call for change after Holly Hill Hospital inspection records reveal violations

'Ticking time bomb': Mom criticizes care her son received at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

WRAL Investigates: Holly Hill violated standards of care that could've prevented patient escapes, inspection says

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New Amazon facility opens in Fayetteville

Donald Thompson: Strong relationships power high-performing multigenerational teams

Guest column: Schools, business must work together to futureproof the next generation of STEM standoutsÂ 

Grace Ueng: Are you carrot, egg or coffee?

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Most airlines except one are recovering from the CrowdStrike tech outage. The feds have noticed

Restaurant critic's departure reveals potential hazards of the job

Meet some of the world's cleanest pigs, raised to grow kidneys and hearts for humans

A massive tech outage is causing worldwide disruptions. Here's what we know

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Go Ask Dad: RV camping is Mexican pizza

Happy surprises: When things didn't turn out how you wanted

Weekend best bets: Outdoor movies, foodie fun

Disney on Ice announces NC stops this year

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