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The state's chief archeologist says the Native American site in Carteret County's Cedar Point is the most significant find he's seen in 30 years. 

NC builders unearth major archeological find. Lawmakers want to help them build over it

>> CONSTRUCTION SHOULD BE FINISHED IN 18 TO 24 MONTHS. >> IT MIGHT BE ONE OF THE MOST SIGNIFICANT HISTORICAL DISCOVERIES IN NORTH CAROLINA IN DECADES. BUT COULD THE LAND TO BECOME HOME TO A NEW BEACH HOUSES INSTEAD, THERE'S A NEW POLITICAL FIGHT OVER A BIG ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIND. >> WHEN THE COAST IN CARTERET COUNTY NEAR BOGUE SOUND, A MULTIMILLION DOLLAR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IS BEING HELD UP BY THE DISCOVERY OF WHAT MIGHT BE AN ANCIENT NATIVE AMERICAN VILLAGE STATE OFFICIALS WORRY THAT FURTHER CONSTRUCTION COULD BULLDOZE SACRED BURIAL GROUNDS. THEY'VE HALTED WORK THERE. AND THIS IS AN AREA ABOVE. >> AS WE'VE BEEN SHOWN TO BE A VERY OF LONG-TERM HABITATION OVER HUNDREDS OR THOUSANDS OF WITH THE THE AMERICAN INDIANS IN THE EASTERN PART OF NORTH CAROLINA. THAT'S CHRIS SOUTHERLY. HE'S THE STATE'S TOP ARCHAEOLOGIST. HE SAYS THIS COULD BE AMONG THE MOST IMPORTANT NATIVE AMERICAN FINES EVER IN NORTH CAROLINA. >> ARCHAEOLOGISTS BELIEVE MORE THAN 2000 ARTIFACTS, POSSIBLY FROM LONG HOUSES, RITUAL AREAS AND GRAVES POINT TO A THRIVING VILLAGE. >> POSSIBLY AMONG THE FIRST TO INTERACT WITH EARLY ENGLISH SETTLERS COULD HAVE BEEN PART OF THAT OUT THERE. >> CONFEDERATION THE THE INDIANS SAID WERE MET BY THE JAMESTOWN SETTLERS, BUT THERE'S A CHANCE IT WON'T BE PRESERVED AND RALLY. THE LEGISLATURE IS DEBATING WHETHER TO REWRITE STATE LAW TO HELP HOMES GET BUILT ON THE SITE. >> SENATOR MICHAEL LAZZARA SAYS REGULATIONS ARE TOO STRICT AND BUILDERS TO PROTECT WHAT MIGHT BE HISTORICAL ARTIFACTS. THOSE SAYS THAT DRIVES UP THE COST OF HOMES. THESE FOLKS OUT THERE TRYING TO BUILD DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING. BUT THE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT IN NORTH CAROLINA PROHIBITS THAT WRAL DUG THROUGH CAMPAIGN FINANCE DATA AND FOUND THE DEVELOPERS BEHIND THAT COASTAL SITE HAVE GIVEN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO LOWS ARE AS POLITICAL CAMPAIGN. >> THE DEVELOPERS HAVE BEEN RESPONDED TO CALLS AND EMAILS SEEKING COMMENT. SENATOR LAZZARA SAYS HE'S PUSHING THE CHANGE TO HELP ALL DEVELOPERS, NOT JUST HIS CAMPAIGN DONORS, THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE FROM THE ONLY DEVELOPMENT IN THE STATE BEING HELD UP BY THESE RULES IS THE ONE OWNED BY HIS DONORS. SO STATE LAWMAKERS ARE STILL DEBATING WHETHER TO PASS THE BILL INTO LAW. >> FOR MORE ON THIS STORY AND ALL OF WRAL'S POLITICAL COVERAGE GO TO THE NC CAPITOL

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'I'm very concerned': Goldsboro residents, leaders and activists meet after two fatal shootings in a week

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Raleigh City Council holds meeting on future Red Hat Amphitheater move

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Hot spell returns Wednesday before near-record heat on Friday

Flirting with record highs on Friday, June 14

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A man is in custody in connection to a 14-year-old cold case, according to officials with the Winston-Salem Police Department. On January 11, 2010, around noon, officers responded to N. Jackson Avenue to help Forsyth County EMS on a deceased person call.



Man in custody in Las Vegas in connection to 2010 Winston-Salem cold case murder, officers say

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PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) -- This is not the same Pinehurst No. 2 that Tiger Woods saw 19 years ago when he walked away with a runner-up finish in the U.S. Open, his last time on the property.

Tiger Woods returns to Pinehurst after 19 years and it's not the same. Neither is he

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Virginia health officials are investigating reports of illness connected to Lake Anna after multiple families said their children became very ill after swimming in the lake over Memorial Day weekend.

Multiple children hospitalized after swimming in Virginia lake 

8-year-old twins hospitalized after swimming in lake

ATLANTA (AP) â One person died after being shot on a commuter bus Tuesday afternoon that led officers on a wild chase for miles from Atlanta into an outlying suburb, striking several vehicles as it barreled through rush hour traffic with frightened passengers aboard, authorities said.

1 fatally shot on Atlanta area transit bus that led officers on wild rush hour chase, police say

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The North Carolina House Environment Committee voted in support of a bill that would put the responsibility of cleanup costs for drinking water on PFAS manufacturers.

NC House bill would make PFAS polluters pay to clean up drinking water

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Duke Energy equipment was damaged by gunfire this month in a rural area of Durham, resulting in a multi-agency investigation.

Gunfire hits Duke Energy equipment, causing oil leak and fire in Durham

Duke Energy equipment damaged in rural part of Durham County

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) â Hunter Biden was convicted Tuesday of all three felony charges related to the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, the presidentâs son lied on a mandatory gun-purchase form by saying he was not illegally using or addicted to drugs.

President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial

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WRAL News discovered child homicides from gunfire have doubled from 2018 to 2022. Statistics like these show that guns continue to be the leading cause of death of children and teens in the state. 

Gun-related child homicides have doubled from 2018 to 2022

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Around 10:30 a.m., authorities said the fire started on a third floor balcony at The Brooks on Eleven66, located on Pine Knoll Drive. Six apartments were destroyed in the fire, authorities said.


Six apartments destroyed in massive fire at Spring Lake apartment complex

Crews respond to large fire at Spring Lake apartment

ATLANTA (AP) â A gunman shot three people at a food court in downtown Atlanta before he was shot by a police officer Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.

Gunman wounds 3 in Atlanta food court before being shot by officer, police say

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As hurricane season's official start looms, there are no tropical systems in the Atlantic.

Hurricane season 2024: WRAL meteorologists tracking area off North Carolina coast

Tropical outlook: June 11, 2024

This isn't your typical "gift guide" because these gifts are more about making memories rather than buying something he'll forget about five years from now.

Gifts from the heart: Father's Day 'gift' guide

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Beach safety starts before you step foot on the sand, says UNC Health pediatrician Heather Williams, MD, noting that you should be clear with your children about the rules.

Beach safety tips: 5 ways to protect your kids

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NEW YORK (AP) -- Stellantis-owned Chrysler is recalling more than 211,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S., due to a software malfunction that could disable the cars' electronic stability control systems.

Chrysler recalls more than 211,000 SUVs and pickup trucks due to software malfunction

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Pinehurst No. 2 is set to host the 2024 U.S. Open from June 13-16.

2024 US Open guide: How to watch, getting tickets and where to park

Pinehurst gets ready to host 2024 US Open

(CNN) -- The US Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers and retailers to not "eat, sell or serve" any of Diamond Shruumz-brand's microdosing chocolate bars, infused cones and micro dose and macro dose gummies after people across eight states were left hospitalized.

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Goldsboro leaders and residents met at Tuesday's city council meeting to discuss options to curb violent crime just one week after shootings killed two people, including a teenager.

Goldsboro leaders and community collaborate to help fight gun violence

Pregnant woman & man shot during domestic dispute in Durham

Pregnant woman shot in Durham

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Raleigh City Council discusses Red Hat Amphitheater relocation

NC bill would make companies responsible for costs of forever chemicals cleanup

Southern Pines florist refuses to serve LGBTQIA+ couples

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Former NC State player Scott Wood named head basketball coach at Broughton

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NC lawmakers pass new rules for wearing masks in public, plus 'dark money' political spending

Another million-dollar marlin: 431.8-pound blue marlin caught at Big Rock tournament

'Great war of attrition': How tough will scoring be at U.S Open?

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US Coast Guard boss says she is not trying to hide the branch's failure to handle sex assault cases

Dog fight! Joey Chestnut 'gutted' to be out of July 4 hot dog eating contest over brand dispute

Jay-Z's Roc Nation to drum up support for private school vouchers in Philadelphia

Hamas responds to Gaza cease-fire plan seeking some changes. US says it's 'evaluating' the reply

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



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

After 14 years in business, Beyu Caffe to close downtown Durham location

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Where to find outdoor music in the Triangle this summer

'Live After 5' summer concert series returns to downtown Raleigh

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Following plea for help, Durham restaurant files for bankruptcy 

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Fact check: Does Trump want to repeal the ACA, as Biden says?

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Fact check: Trump denies calling for Clinton to be locked up

Fact check: Biden says violent crime 'is near a record 50-year low'

Fact check: Is Chief Justice Newby removing judges who were elected to their positions?

8 questions about Trump's guilty verdict and his presidential campaign, answered

Bill would alter appeal process for NC deaf and blind school admission

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New NC bill addresses donations to politicians

Partnership of major automakers to bring global HQ, 203 high-paying jobs to Durham

Proposed plant could mean another 815 jobs for Cumberland County

On The Record: What America's border policy means for voters in North Carolina

Durham County commission expected to vote on budget

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Durham County commissioners approve 2025 fiscal year budget, additional $27 million for Durham schools

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New health standards will come to NC schools in 2025

WRAL Investigates predatory towing in NC, lawmakers seek crackdown

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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 

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2021 champion Rahm out of U.S. Open with foot injury

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Cannon School takes No. 1 in final boys lacrosse rankings for the 2024 season

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To curb the violence, North Carolina hospitals with emergency departments will be required, by law, to have armed security around the clock, unless they get an exemption.

Increase in hospital violence results in law enforcement requirement in NC

WRAL Investigates found felony assaults against health care workers jumped 7.5% between 2022 and 2023, according to court records.

Law enforcement, armed security coming to North Carolina hospitals as violence increases

On Monday, law enforcement responded to UNC Health Johnston in Clayton.

We've been tracking predatory towing for years. WRAL Investigates the changes that could protect you and your wallet.


Predatory towing: WRAL Investigates the changes that could protect you and your wallet

Law enforcement officers and former gang members candidly explain the lure of gang life and how young people are enticed to commit crimes on the gang's behalf.

Promises good, does bad: The lure and cost of gangs for young people

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A recent police chase in Wake County resulted in one person dead and another injured, adding to a concerning trend of high-speed pursuits in the area.

Concerns grows about high-speed pursuits after five chases in seven days

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More money could be coming to the community to combat gun violence. The news comes as North Carolina is seeing an increase in how many people have died from shootings so far this year. 

Lawmakers request more funds for gun violence as NC sees bump in shooting deaths

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NC State response gives little clarity on PCB testing report at Poe Hall

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Enormous win: NC State grad student can do own testing inside Poe Hall

Court rules NC State employees can conduct independent testing of Poe Hall 

NC State says Poe Hall PCB testing results coming in next few weeks 

Fort Liberty soldier charged for death of his infant daughter

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US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health

Apple leaps into AI with an array of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to smarten up Siri

Workers at Samsung Electronics walk out for the first time ever

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Judges hear Elizabeth Holmes' appeal of fraud conviction while she remains in Texas prison

Chiquita found liable for financing paramilitary group

Future of Elon Musk and Tesla are on the line this week as shareholders vote on massive pay package

Apple leaps into AI with an array of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to smarten up

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