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The "Music for the Mountains" concert took place Sunday at Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater, rallying support for the recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Thousands attend 'Music for the Mountains' Sunday; Hurricane Helene relief surpasses $1 million

<p>SOURCE FOR LOCAL NEWS, WRAL NEWS COVERAGE. YOU CAN GO. &gt;&gt; WELL, GOOD EVENING AND THANKS FOR JOINING US TONIGHT. I'M JULIAN GRACE. WELL, THIS IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW. HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE ARE GATHERED IN DOWNTOWN RALEIGH FOR A GOOD CAUSE. MUSIC FOR THE MOUNTAINS IS GETTING UNDERWAY AT THE RED HAT. AMPITHEATER. LOOK AT THAT RIGHT THERE. WRAL IS A PROUD MEDIA SPONSOR OF THE BENEFIT CONCERT, RAISING MONEY FOR PEOPLE IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA AFFECTED BY HELENE. NOW YOU'LL NOTICE A QR CODE AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SCREEN. YOU SEE IT RIGHT THERE. WHENEVER YOU SEE THAT THROUGHOUT THIS NEWSCAST, YOU CAN SCAN IT AND IT WILL TAKE YOU RIGHT TO OUR WEBSITE WHERE YOU CAN DONATE. LET'S GET RIGHT OUT TO ALL THE ACTION AND ALL THE FUN. WRAL'S ERIC MILLER WHO'S JOINING US LIVE FROM THE RED HAT. &gt;&gt; AND JULIE GOT THE GOOD ASSIGNMENT HERE TONIGHT. RIGHT HERE, A LITTLE CHILLY IN DOWNTOWN RALEIGH. THAT THINGS ARE REALLY HEATING UP HERE, RIGHT AT JUST THE LAST 5 MINUTES FACING GAB HAS TAKEN THIS STAGE. YOU'RE JAMMING OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF DOWNTOWN ONE OF THE BANDS. WE GOT A LINE W TO SEE THIS WAS ALL PART OF A MASSIVE EFFORT TO TRY TO HELP THOSE FOLKS IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA STILL HIT SO HARD BY HURRICANE HELENE JOB. OUR WRAL, HERE'S HIS RACE WITHIN 9 MONTHS AND INDEED $1000 FROM THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUAL DONATIONS TO THE CROWN. YOU'RE LOOKING AT RIGHT NOW, WE'RE GOING TO GET THAT NUMBER. LOVE OVER A MILLION TONIGHT. WE STILL HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT HERE. THERE'S STILL SOME TICKETS AVAILABLE. YOU WANT TO COME DOWN. ENJOY THE BANDS THAT WE STILL HAVE COMING OUT HERE. THOSE OTHER HEADLINERS, CHATHAM COUNTY LINE AS WELL AS OLD PROHIBITION SHOW AND MORE ALL OF THAT HAPPENING DOWNTOWN</p>

'Music for the Mountains' concert to benefit Helene victims underway in Raleigh  

'Music for the Mountains' concert in Raleigh raises money for Helene relief 

'Music for the Mountains' in Raleigh 

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Federal funds gave NC school employees more than $1B in bonuses. Now the money's gone

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Vice President Kamala Harris coming to Raleigh Wednesday, NC Democratic Party says

Kamala Harris rallies in Greenville as election countdown begins 

Biden calls out Musk over a published report that the Tesla CEO once worked in the US illegally

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29-year-old woman shot to death near Durham Cook Out

Person killed in shooting near Durham Cook Out, sheriff's office says

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The good news: You will get a glorious extra hour of sleep. The bad: It'll be dark as a pocket by late afternoon for the next few months in the U.S.

Daylight saving time ends this weekend. This is how to prepare for the potential health effects

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According to the school, campus police issued an active shooter alert for the campus around 7:43 p.m. Then, around 8:59 p.m., the school issued a second active shooter alert.


Four people shot at NC Central homecoming celebration hours after shots fired on campus

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The primary purpose of the "Brotherhood Run" game was to benefit the Duke Children's Hospital, but there was also the chance to reconnect with Bobby Hurley.

Hurley's return to Duke ends in an exhibition blowout loss -- but with plenty of love, too

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Hurricane Helen's impact has been widespread, affecting many facets of life, including domestic violence victims.

Stress, shelter, and safety: Hurricane Helene's effect on domestic violence victims in NC

Hurricane Helene's effect on domestic violence victims in NC 

LOS ANGELES (AP) â McDonaldâs announced Sunday that Quarter Pounders will again be on its menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of the outbreak of E. coli poisoning tied to the popular burgers that killed one person and sickened at least 75 others across 13 states.

McDonaldâs Quarter Pounder back on the menu after testing rules out beef patties as E. coli source

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A Durham home on South Miami Boulevard caught fire Sunday afternoon, marking the second fire at this location in recent months.

Durham home on South Miami Blvd faces 2nd devastating fire 

Interstate 95 was shut down in both directions after Exit 77 (Hodges Chapel Road) in Johnston County. The NCDOT said the incident has been cleared, but WRAL's traffic cams are still detecting some backups. 

Crash shuts down both directions of I-95 near Hodges Chapel Road in Johnston County Sunday

I-95 shut down in both directions near Hodges Chapel Road in Johnston County

North Carolina's next attorney general will be one of two outgoing members of Congress who have represented the Charlotte area on Capitol Hill and previously at the state legislature.

Two US House members seek to become North Carolina's attorney general

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Raleigh police are investigating reports of a shooting at Crabtree Valley Mall on Saturday afternoon. 

One person in custody, another on the run after shots fired outside Crabtree Valley Mall

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The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating two shootings that happened within hours of each other Saturday night.

Goldsboro police investigating two Saturday night shootings that left two men in critical condition

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NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

Early voting is underway. See your ballot and make a plan to vote.

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A Milwaukee man is behind bars, charged with first-degree reckless homicide for shooting and killing a store worker over a pizza order.

Convenience store worker killed over pizza order, police say

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This week's foodie news brings exciting updates, including a new LaFarm location, a brunch spot in north Raleigh and several new Italian restaurants. 

Foodie News: LaFarm Bakery expands, new Italian restaurants and brunch spot

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Ketch Secor, founder of Old Crow Medicine Show, shares his deep connection to North Carolina, where the band first found its roots and inspiration.


Old Crow Medicine Show founder talks music, hurricane relief and this weekend's big benefit show

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The 2024 North Carolina State Fair is a beloved annual tradition, offering something for everyone. From thrilling rides and delicious food to educational exhibits and live entertainment, there's always something to enjoy.

Your ultimate guide to the 2024 North Carolina State Fair  

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Hurricane Helen's impact has been widespread, affecting many facets of life, including domestic violence victims. 

Domestic abuse cases often rise during natural disasters, NC Coalition offers emergency support 

Some vendors report record profits following State Fair

Woman, child killed in crash on Page Road in Durham

Woman, child under 5 killed in head-on crash 

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Another equipment issue reported at New Hanover County early voting site

Country music's biggest stars hold 'Concert for Carolina' to help Hurricane Helene victims

Man shot, killed in Fayetteville neighborhood on Cowan Street

Two people killed in shooting on Brantwood Court in Sampson County, official says

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Search underway for man accused of killing his pregnant wife while on parole for murder

The growing and selling of Fraser Fir Christmas trees is a big economic driver for western North Carolina. After Hurricane Helene crushed the region, there's uncertainty around this year's sales, leaving some growers' livelihoods up in the air.

'Operation Save Christmas' underscores challenges for Christmas tree growers in western NC after Helene

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Steep Canyon Rangers is working to help those affected by Helene in western NC

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Grandfather Mountain reopens weeks after Helene

Helene closes Grandfather Mountain to visitors, staff and animals doing well

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Fact check: Did Washington Republicans vote against FEMA funding?

Fact check: Did Harris stage NC photo op with supplies that weren't sent to Helene victims?

Fact check: No, North Carolina's post-Helene election changes are not signs of 'cheating'

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Freedom Caucus chair says he was taken out of context on NC legislature deciding presidential electors

First lady Jill Biden, GOP VP nominee JD Vance visit NC

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NC elections officials encouraged by record-setting turnout a week into early voting, even in western NC

Durham Public Schools face 30% school bus driver shortage

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Warrant: Man explains in police interview why he targeted NC State fraternity with gun

St. Augustine's and Shaw universities to provide economic updates to Raleigh City Council Tuesday

St. Augustine's, Shaw universities to meet with Raleigh City Council Tuesday

Rising tides: The impact of sea level rise on North Carolina's coast

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Bonds for libraries, parks, housing could add hundreds of dollars to Cary homeowners' bills

1,700 fire safety violations: Wake County schools cited for failing to inspect fire alarms, sprinklers

Advocates call for laws to increase staffing, improve care at nursing homes

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No. 9 UNC cruises in final exhibition game vs. Johnson C. Smith

Maye exits with a concussion, Brissett leads Patriots to 25-22 win over Jets 

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No. 22 SMU beats Duke 28-27 in overtime after Blue Devils fail to convert winning 2-point conversion

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Jordan, New Hanover make history in 4A girls tennis championships

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explored what the proposed constitutional amendment means on 2024 North Carolina ballots.

In Depth with Dan: Making sense of the constitutional amendment on the NC ballot

As more companies adopt invasive employee surveillance tools, workers have a right to know how their personal information is being collected and used.

Agency outlines workers' rights when employers are monitoring them

Employees' right to know: Understanding employers' use of digital surveillance and privacy protections

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Cary police are investigating a targeted home break-in in the Windermere neighborhood, which they believe is part of a South American gang targeting wealthier homes in recent months.

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Wake County voter Noelle Browne never misses an election. She was excited to cast her ballot Monday at a Wake County early voting site. But when she presented her photo identification and gave her name, an election worker told her she'd already voted by mail.

Wake County voter says election worker told her she had already voted. She hadn't.

Losing a home in a natural disaster once is traumatizing enough. Twice is something Josie Borg tells WRAL she's worried she and her family may not make it through.


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