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Deductibles will double for some, premiums could potentially more than double, and people on the plan will also find themselves paying more for prescriptions, primary care visits and other costs.

Higher bills, new benefits on the way for State Health Plan members in NC

TOMORROW OR LESLIE. WRAL NEWS LIVE IN RALEIGH HEALTH CARE COSTS WILL SOON INCREASE FOR STATE WORKERS, RETIREES AND THEIR FAMILIES, POSSIBLY EVEN DOUBLING FOR SOME. >> WITHIN THE LAST HOUR, THE STATE HEALTH PLAN BOARD MET IN RALEIGH TO DISCUSS THE CHANGES RISING HEALTH CARE COSTS HAVE LED TO A 500 MILLION DOLLARS SHORTFALL. STATE LAWMAKERS APPEAR READY TO PAY FOR ONLY SOME OF THOSE COSTS. THAT MEANS HEALTH PLAN MEMBERS WILL SEE THEIR PREMIUMS, DEDUCTIBLES AND OTHER COSTS GO UP. YOU CAN FIND MORE DETAILS ON THESE HIGHER COSTS AS WELL AS THE NEW BENEFITS. THE STATE HEALTH PLAN IS ALSO

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Health care costs expected to rise for state employees

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Raleigh's Fourth of July fireworks returning to Lenovo Center, Carter-Finley Stadium area

Fireworks at Dix Park in 2024

Severe storm risk Tuesday night, Wednesday prompts WRAL Weather Alert Day

Level 1 risk of severe storms Tuesday and Wednesday

Report: Jordon Hudson told at least one person she and UNC coach Bill Belichick are engaged

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State employees, teachers would see pay bumps under NC House's proposed budget 

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Reigning Stanley Cup champion Panthers, Hurricanes meet again in Eastern final 

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Closing arguments begin in trial for man accused of killing Home Depot employee in Hillsborough

Home Depot murder suspect to appear in court 

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While a planned residential tower has been shelved due to financial constraints, a 160-unit affordable housing initiative remains on track with construction to begin early next year.


Future of Raleigh's Moore Square includes plan for hotel, affordable housing

A rendering of affordable housing units in Moore Square in downtown Raleigh.

Raleigh police officer Kyle Epps is no longer with the department following an internal investigation, the details of which have not been disclosed. The Wake County District Attorney has begun dismissing hundreds of cases where Epps was the arresting officer.

Raleigh police officer no longer with department after investigation, hundreds of cases in jeopardy

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer be routinely approved under a major new policy shift unveiled Tuesday by the Trump administration.

New Trump vaccine policy limits access to COVID shots

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States and school systems across the country are cracking down further on cellphone use in schools, which is seen as a distraction to learning and part of a larger problem of too much screen use among young people and even adults.

Wake schools cellphone policy up for vote Tuesday

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It's unclear why the change is being made or how much money the schools could actually lose. No changes are being made for elementary and middle schools.

Wake considering change to how they determine which schools get extra funding

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A Wake County family is voicing their frustration after a critical 911 call was met with an automated hold message during their daughter's severe allergic reaction.


Put on hold by 911, Wake County family gave up and drove to ER

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Cary and Apex secured spots in the top 10, with Cary ranked No. 5 and Apex No. 7.


Cary and Apex rank among America's best places to live, according to US News & World Report

GLOW: Kaleidoscope mazes, glowing forts pop up in downtown Cary

A large home was lost to fire Monday afternoon in Wake County, on Cyprine Court.

'Flames just exploded': Wake County home burned out after massive fire

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Raleigh police have arrested Zach Dennis Eris St. Laurent and charged him with two counts of armed robbery and carrying a concealed gun after allegations he robbed two pharmacies.

18-year-old charged in armed robberies of two Raleigh pharmacies

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You get a call from a number your recognize and are told someone you love is being held for ransom.


Virtual kidnapping scam provides a scare, can drain your bank account if you're not careful

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There are several pieces of information we use to make a seasonal forecast for hurricanes.

Ask the Meteorologist: What are some key ingredients to a tropical season forecast?

Ask the Meteorologist: Tropical season forecasting

This weekend is filled with several large festivals, including Animazement, NC Sugar Rush and Taste of Soul.

Weekend best bets: Animazement, Sugar Rush and Taste of Soul

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A woman was gifted a new home in May. It comes after a North Carolina lawmaker rescued the woman from her previous home, which caught on fire.

Woman saved from house fire in February gifted new home

Esther Jones with NC Rep. Dean Arp in front of her new home

It's hard to find bad ice cream -- but when it's good, it's so good! We have a list of more than 10 great ice cream options in the area.


Where to find the best ice cream in North Carolina

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Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour talks ahead of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final on Tuesday.

Brind'Amour on Florida: No one's been able to stop them

Brind'Amour: No one's been able to stop them

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El Futuro provides mental health services to the Spanish-speaking community across North Carolina

1938 college class ring found in Wilmington Starbucks

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Couple finds termites, burst pipes in their new home

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Carolina Furniture Direct closing after 41 years in Raleigh, liquidating all furniture

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Caught on cam: Mom boards NC school bus, yells racial slurs

One person injured in a shooting that occurred in Smithfield neighborhood

Wake County Public Schools truck involved in crash, no injuries reported

Arrested New Orleans jail worker says he helped inmates to escape after stabbing threat

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With little progress after phone calls and talks, Ukraine's allies hit Russia with new sanctions

Elon Musk says he's committed to still be Tesla's CEO in 5 years' time

Prosecutors charge McIver with pushing and grabbing agents while trying to stop mayor's arrest

Supreme Court allows Trump to strip legal protections from 350,000 Venezuelans who risk deportation

A four-part, family-friendly evening concert series serves as a summer showcase in Raleigh's City Plaza.


Downtown Raleigh gets 'Live After 5' starting this week

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10 incredible places to visit in North Carolina this year

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Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

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Foodie News: Cary is getting a new seafood restaurant, plus a major bakery announcement in Durham

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Where to find spraygrounds, splashpads in Raleigh, Durham

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Fact check: Jeffries says 20% of veteran households use food stamps

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Fact check: Trump says his order will reduce prescription drug prices 'almost immediately'

Fact check: NC Democrat blames Trump for Google Calendar's removal of Black History Month

Fact check: RFK Jr. says U.S. government is spraying the sky with jet fuel chemicals

Fact check: Is the new Pope registered to vote as a Republican?

Teacher raises, DEI cuts discussed at House budget press conference 

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Gov. Josh Stein proposes $891 million for Helene relief, NC House proposes $700 million

Stein requests $890 million more for Helene, says federal aid 'nothing close' to what's needed

Former Vice President Mike Pence parts ways with Trump on tariff policy

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 15

Wake schools set to vote on new cell phone policy

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NC lawmakers discuss classroom sizes for K-3 students

Family says special needs son was assaulted in class, suing Moore County Schools

Teddy Swims and band surprise Rolesville High School students

Family claims nonverbal student with autism was slapped, knocked down

'I do not want to see another one': Tornado cluster spikes anxiety in eastern NC

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'Don't sit in a cave': NC man urges importance of screenings after Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

NC House seeks to expand K-12 special-ed funding, arts instruction and teacher training 

North Carolina cracks down on unlicensed massage practices in state shopping malls

Local restaurants accused of card fraud at the drive-thru

Belichick effect: UNC football sells out of 2025 season tickets, even with price increase

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UNC community mourns loss of strength coach who died in car crash

NHL's final 4 has a familiar feel with teams known for long playoff runs in the conference finals

The NBA's final 4 is set: Thunder, Knicks, Wolves and Pacers remain, and parity reigns again

Panthers rout the Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference final

(14) Millbrook holds on to defeat (11) Wake Forest, earns first fourth-round appearance since 1989

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(2) Charlotte Catholic ousts 4A defending champ (10) Marvin Ridge

(4) Lake Norman Charter ousts (5) West Henderson girls soccer, will host 4th round in 3A

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The North Carolina House has unanimously approved the Fostering Care in NC Act, marking a significant step towards reforming the state's foster care system.  

NC bill to reform state's foster care program passes House, heads to Senate

North Carolina foster care reform bill moves forward with unanimous House approval

Rep. Allen Chesser said if Foster Care in NC becomes law, the state would be able to take action before a tragedy occurs, not just after.

A new lawsuit claims that online retailer Amazon reversed some instant refunds. For consumers, this could affect your ability to return items.

Lawsuit accuses amazon of reneging on refunds

North Carolina House budget writers are proposing to relax class size caps for kindergarten through third grade in rapidly growing districts, allowing up to 8 more students per classroom in high-performing schools.

K-3 classes could get larger in Wake County under House budget proposal 

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Consumer reports spoke with a travel expert who shared tips on how to enjoy theme parks with your family this summer without spending a fortune. 

Experts break down ways to save money on vacation

As grocery prices have gone up over the last four years, credit card delinquencies have too, according to a new study.


5 On Your Side: Credit card delinquency rates rising with prices

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Attention Harris Teeter shoppers: Consumer Reports found price when you swipe higher than on shelf at Kroger-owned stores

Errors found on Kroger price tags in Consumer Reports investigation

Restaurant Ratings: Ruby Tuesdays and Kinlaw's Welcome Grill

Walmart raising some prices, blames Trump tariffs

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Protecting patients' rights: Woman claims Duke doctor mistreated her mom

In viral video, woman claims Duke doctor mistreated her mom

Cost to fix lead in Durham's parks could be much higher than state originally estimated

Orange County farm owner charged after dozens of complaints about large party

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Remote workers are more engaged but struggle to thrive

Donald Thompson: 10 habits to make you indispensable at work

Greg Behr: 'ChatGPT-Itâ -- How OpenAI secured the verb for AI creation

David Gardner: Every business degree should require sales classes

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Trump's massive import taxes haven't done much economic damage -- yet

CBS News CEO Wendy McMahon quits as potential Trump lawsuit settlement looms

Trump's tariffs may mean Walmart shoppers pay more, his treasury chief acknowledges

âFinal Destination: Bloodlinesâ tops box office while The Weekndâs movie falters

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Critical shortage of foster parents in NC: 10,000 children and teenagers need homes

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Foster parent wants change after state takeover of Vance County Department of Social Services

City leaders discuss upgrades for popular Durham Central Park

Foster parent speaks out after state's intervention into Vance Child Welfare Services

City leaders discuss facelift for popular Durham Central Park

Amazon deals: LEGO Daffodils Building Set only $7.86 (48% off), Instant Read Digital Meat Thermometer only $6.99, Lee Men's Cargo Shorts only $15 (57% off)

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New Swagbucks Swag Code valid from 1-3 pm ET on May 20

Walmart Deals: Car Battery Jump Starter only $32.99 (reg. $89), Nerf Dog LED Squeak Ball only $4.97 (reg. $12), Heavy Duty 4 Shelf Metal Wire Shelving Unit only $43.99 (reg. $109.99)

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