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Apple executives briefed state officials last week on its plans. The company decided to delay the start of the project by up to four years after a review of its real estate, according to people familiar with the company's plans.

Apple delays plans for RTP campus in RTP. Company says it's still committed to region

IS DESCRIBING THE CHAOTIC MOMENT. IT HAPPENED. >> BREAKING NEWS FROM WRAL COVERAGE. YOU CAN COUNT ON. >> AND THAT IS WHERE WE WILL START TONIGHT AT 7 O'CLOCK, APPLE IS PAUSING PLANS FOR MASSIVE CAMPUS IN RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US. I'M DAN HAGGERTY. THAT BILLION DOLLAR PROJECT WAS EXPECTED TO BE ONE OF THE LARGEST IN OUR STATE'S HISTORY. BRIAN SHRADER TRACKING THE HUGE DEVELOPMENT IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER BY BIG, BIG NEWS, DAN, JUST IN THE PAST 15 MINUTES. WRAL HAS CONFIRMED THAT APPLE HAS DECIDED TO DELAY THE START >> OF THAT CAMPUS IN RTP AT GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL WITH KNOWLEDGE OF THE COMPANY'S PLANS TELLS WRAL THAT THE COMPANY BRIEFS STATE OFFICIALS ABOUT THIS LAST WEEK. NOW THE PLANS WERE FIRST ANNOUNCED BACK IN 2021 TO BUILD THAT CAMPUS NEAR LEWIS STEVENS. DRIVE-IN LITTLE DRIVE JUST NORTH OF 5, 40 THERE IN THE RTP AREA AROUND MORRISVILLE. WE REPORTED IN DECEMBER THAT APPLE AND FILED DOCUMENTS WITH WAKE COUNTY PLANNERS DETAILING WHAT TO EXPECT THEIR 700,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE FOR 3,000 EMPLOYEES, AT LEAST WITH THE BUILDOUT BEGINNING IN 2026. BUT THERE ARE REPORTS THAT THE COMPANY HAS ASKED FOR ANOTHER 4 YEARS TO BEGIN THAT PROJECT THAT MATTERS BECAUSE IF APPLE DOESN'T MEET CERTAIN CRITERIA, THEN THEY WON'T GET THE FULL AMOUNT OF 800 MILLION DOLLARS AND STATE INCENTIVES. NOW, THIS COMES JUST ABOUT A MONTH AFTER VINFAST THAT ELECTRIC CARMAKER ANNOUNCED THAT IT WAS DELAYING PLANS TO BUILD OUT A FACILITY IN THE TRIANGLE IN THE MONTH. YOUR AREA. SO A LOT GOING ON HERE. WE'RE WORKING TO GATHER MORE DETAILS ABOUT AN AARON THOMAS IS ON THE STORY AND

Apple delays plans for RTP campus

Apple is now the first U.S. company worth more than $2 trillion

NC man goes 'completely numb' after hernia surgery, feels 'stonewalled' by complaint process

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More temps in 90s, heat index in 100s to usher in first full week of summer

Severe risk Monday, June 24

Teen bitten by shark at North Topsail Beach

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Fayetteville police K-9 handler caught on camera punching his dog

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Expedia upgrades consumer protections after 5 On Your Side series

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NC neighborhood sees violent clashes after Native American artifacts unearthed

Dozens of homes are already nestled along the intercoastal waterway in Carteret County's Cedar Point, between Jacksonville and Emerald Isle. After the developers dug up bones, the multi-million dollar project to continue building was halted. 

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Dry, hot conditions in North Carolina are taking a huge toll on farmers, and everyone's wallet.  

Lack of rain, intense heat contributing to struggling crops for NC farmers

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The Danish drugmaker, buoyed by sales of its blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes treatments, is planning one of the biggest expansions for the company and state. 

Novo Nordisk announces record $4.1B, 1,000-job expansion in Johnston County

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At 10:58 p.m., the Raleigh Police Department responded to a reported shooting at 4516 Falls of Neuse Road. Three victims were transported to the hospital with gunshot wounds.

Three people injured in shooting in parking lot off of Falls of Neuse Road

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Donta Bush Jr. has been indicted on five federal charges. The FBI and Raleigh Police Department have linked Bush to crimes dating back to 2019.

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

Donta Bush Jr.

A 43-year-old man died in a Friday night shooting and another man was injured, Wilson police said.

Two men charged with murder after Wilson shooting leaves one dead, another injured

Tyree Lucas and Autavion Lucas each face murder charges, Wilson police said.

State lawmakers can't agree on how to spend a $1 billion surplus. But it won't cause a government shutdown in North Carolina, which has a tentative spending plan for this coming year to keep schools, prisons and the rest of state government open.

Senate plans to vote on budget, but lawmakers remain at odds over compromise deal

N.C. Speaker Tim Moore & Senate Leader Phil Berger

Officers responded to a shooting and robbery at the Resco Mart at 802 Purser Dr. around 12:20 a.m. One woman had minor injuries.



Police investigate shooting, robbery at Wake County gas station

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There's an increasing chance, now at 50%, that the low pressure system off the Southeast coast will become a tropical depression. 

Hurricane season 2024: North Carolina tropical storm and hurricane updates 

Tropical outlook for Monday, June 24

Officials including Congressman Wiley Nickel celebrated $560,000 in federal funds toward a new affordable housing community at Idlewild Ave. and E. Lane St.

Federal funding supports new affordable housing community in downtown Raleigh

Federal funding from EPA for affordable housing in downtown Raleigh

Saida Wurie said it was her parents' lifelong dream to participate in Hajj, the religious pilgrimage that brings Muslims from around the world to Saudi Arabia each year.

'They saved their whole lives for this': US couple dies on pilgrimage to Mecca

US couple dies on pilgrimage as extreme heat grips millions

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When Simon An and his family heard screaming from a store next door to their family taekwondo studio on Wednesday outside Houston, Texas, they knew they had to find out what was happening.

A family of taekwondo athletes stop man from sexually assaulting woman

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Failure to update the WRAL News app to version 6.1.26 will result in users missing vital notifications for breaking news and top stories impacting central North Carolina.  

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For a moment, 2-year-old Mila's parents thought the worst after she was found lifeless in their pool. Then a miracle happened.

'It's a miracle': NC dad rescues 2-year-old found lifeless in family pool

Dad revives 2-year-old found lifeless in family pool

The enormous piece of secular art sits gracefully amid the campus' historical buildings, providing contrast between the new and old.

Enormous sculpture weaving through Dix Park draws massive crowds

Image courtesy of Marjorie Hodges.

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

Singer Sabrina Carpenter is bringing her "Short N' Sweet Tour" to Raleigh's PNC Arena in October, the venue announced Thursday. 

Sabrina Carpenter to play PNC Arena in Raleigh

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Agriculture is the state's top industry, with an economic impact of more than $111 billion. Intense heat and lack of rain are making things difficult for farmers this year.

Heat, drought affecting North Carolina crops

Warrants: 'Shoot To Kill' gang operating in Wake and Durham counties, leader indicted

Tar Heel Traveler: Catfish tomatoes

Homeowners say archaeological findings lead to violence at peaceful protest

NC Senate set to vot on budget proposal Monday night

Fayetteville police K-9 handler under investigation for punching his dog

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More than 140 people rescued from life-threatening rip currents on NC coast

Crews battle massive fire at Fayetteville apartment complex near Morganton Road

Person hit by car on NC 42 in Johnston County

Car crashes into Durham restaurant on Fayetteville Street

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty in deal with US and be freed from prison

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US is expected to send Ukraine $150 million more in munitions to fight off Russia's attacks

Alec Baldwin's attorneys ask New Mexico judge to dismiss the case against him over firearm evidence

Lawsuit challenges new Louisiana law requiring classrooms to display the Ten Commandments

Defense rests in trial of Karen Read, accused of killing her police officer boyfriend with SUV

If you love dinosaurs or if you're a kid at heart, you will love Sweet Valley Ranch on Sunnyside School Road outside of Fayetteville.


Dinosaur World opens for the season Cumberland County

If you love dinosaurs or if you're a kid at heart, you will love Sweet Valley Ranch on Sunnyside School Road right outside of Fayetteville.

The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + Maps

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

Live music ahead: 100+ big concerts in North Carolina

North Carolina concerts in 2024

Willie Nelson misses Outlaw Music Festival in Raleigh due to illness   

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Foodie News: Duck Donuts opens new Raleigh location

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Fact check: Biden says Trump plans to cut Social Security

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Fact check: Biden says Trump oversaw 'the largest increase in murder in U.S. history'

Fact check: In NC, Burgum claims Biden shut down natural gas export capacity

Fact check: Democrat says Biden's tariffs on China will 'hit every family'

Fact check: Trump says Biden wants to 'quadruple your taxes'

'Doesn't sound like Dale': Probe of NC treasurer threatens a reputation built fighting for taxpayers

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How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending June 20

The Wrap: Medical marijuana redux, budget battle, vaping and a veto 

North Carolina lawmakers appeal judge's decision blocking abortion-pill restrictions

President Joe Biden and first lady visiting Raleigh for campaign event

UNC's first financial well-being director helps prepare students for financial futures

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Alumni respond to idea to merge Saint Augustine's, Shaw, after meeting between schools and local business leaders

Saint Augustine's, Shaw alumni react to SAU board chair's letter

Durham Public Schools redistricting plan praised as step toward equity

Durham Public Schools celebrated for equity after redistricting

WRAL Investigates predatory towing in NC, lawmakers seek crackdown

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'It's Not Sustainable': Insurance Hikes Threaten Affordable Housing

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 

Providence Day rising junior QB Zaid Lott commits to UNC

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Holly Springs diver Capobianco headed back to Olympics

Lakers introduce JJ Redick as new head coach

After devastating moment 3 years ago, former NC State swimmer Ryan Held is heading back to the Olympics

US Olympic swim team gets more Wolfpack flavor

Rolesville edge Jayden Fry headed to USF

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How to stay safe in the heat while playing sports

Forest Hills WR Jerel Bolder commits to NC State

Wake Forest QB Kavon Simmons adds offers from Duke, Yale

Duke, UNC among the first to offer Rolesville WR Anthony Roberts

This week marks the first dangerous heat wave of the year and it's hitting earlier than usual, according to Kathie Dello a climatologist with the North Carolina State Climate Office.

Climate change driving more frequent and intense heat waves

With the end of the state's 2024 legislative session looming, Senate Republicans hit the gas Thursday on efforts to legalize medical marijuana in North Carolina.

NC Senate approves medical marijuana bill, House vote uncertain

Recreational marijuana legalization

A heat wave will bake the Triangle this week, with above normal temperatures projected throughout the month. Climate change is driving longer and more intense heatwaves across the country.

Scientists say heat waves are coming earlier, getting more intense due to climate change

Summer warming across the U.S.

With each legislative chamber uninterested in hearing the other's spending proposal, North Carolina lawmakers look ready to go on hiatus after next week while a stalemate simmers between Republicans over how to adjust the current two-year state budget.

NC House Speaker says House and Senate won't agree to budget by July 1

Dale Folwell is being investigated for potentially using government vehicles for personal errands. Former State Auditor Beth Wood, who resigned last year after pleading guilty to similar charges, says enforcement is inconsistent.

Beth Wood defends Dale Folwell for same accusations she faced as auditor

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â With each legislative chamber uninterested in hearing the other's spending proposal, North Carolina lawmakers look ready to go on hiatus after next week while a stalemate simmers between Republicans over how to adjust the current two-year state budget.

North Carolina legislature likely heading home soon for a 'little cooling off' over budget

The North Carolina State Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh. Photo taken August 17, 2018. 

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5 On Your Side series sparks changes on popular travel site

5 On Your Side's restaurant ratings: New China Express, Sinbad's Pizza and Checkers

FAFSA form change has some families surprised over dip in financial aid

5 On Your Side has gear that'll make waves at the beach

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WRAL Investigates a man's battle with the state medical board after a surgery gone wrong

WRAL Investigates life-changing mistakes and the apparent lack of oversight for doctors

FBI investigating following termination of finance director 

NC mom who lost 2 sons to overdose waits for answers while medical examiner battles lack of resources

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Apple delays plans for RTP campus in RTP. Company says itâs still committed to region

Novo Nordisk announces record $4.1 billion, 1,000-job expansion in Johnston County

'Tech Jedi' John Chambers discusses accelerating AI startup growth

New York moves to limit 'addictive' social media feeds for kids

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Bankruptcy trustee discloses plan to shut down Alex Jones' Infowars and liquidate assets

UPS agrees to sell its freight-brokerage division for less than it paid for the business in 2015

'Inside Out 2' scores $100M in its second weekend, setting records

San Francisco home for sale with move-date three decades away

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