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In November 2022 Tessiah Smithen received a letter that's haunted her for 18 months. Since, a teacher has resigned, and the school system is making changes following a 5 On Your Side investigation.

5 On Your Side: An anonymous letter accused a Wake teacher of abuse. What happened after a mom pushed for an investigation

<p>STILL WITHOUT POWER. THOSE SCHOOLS WILL REMAIN CLOSED TODAY. &gt;&gt; AWAY COUNTY EDUCATOR HAS RESIGNED A DAY AFTER 5 ON YOUR SIDE'S KEELY. ARTHUR NOTIFIED THE SCHOOL SYSTEM. SHE WAS INVESTIGATING HIM. THE PARENTS OF A CHILD WITH AUTISM GOT AN ANONYMOUS LETTER ALLEGING HER SON'S TEACHER WAS VERBALLY AND PHYSICALLY ABUSIVE IN THE CLASSROOM. A PERSON CANNOT TELL HER IF IT WAS TRUE BECAUSE HE IS NONVERBAL. SHE SAYS SHE'S WAITED 17 MONTHS TO GET ANSWERS FROM DISTRICT LEADERS. BUT HEARD NOTHING THAT UP. SHE CALLED KEELEY. &gt;&gt; IF I DID NOT REACH OUT TO YOU AT 5 ON YOUR SIDE. THEY WANT TO CLOSE THE CASE AND THEY WOULD NEVER HAVE RESPONDED. WHY DID IT TAKE SO LONG? HE WAS CONTINUING TO GET A PAYCHECK. &gt;&gt; RECORDS SHOW THE EDUCATOR WAS MOVED TO ANOTHER SCHOOL IN THE DISTRICT FOLLOWING THE LETTER TONIGHT, 5 ON YOUR SIDE WILL SHARE WHAT WAS IN THAT LETTER AND THE RIGHT. EVERY PARENT HAS TO ACCESS</p>

5 On Your Side: Teacher accused of abusive behavior toward student with autism

 Abuse allegations inside a classroom. Anonymous letter warned a mother to take action.

'It's time to do the right thing': More than 50 educators walk out of school board meeting Monday

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'I let him be free': Woman upset after son with autism put inside closet for 'timeout'

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Patchy fog possible in the morning, another cloudy and calm day on tap Tuesday

Bust stop forecast for Tuesday, May 21

Mother of Madalina Cojocari likely to be deported after pleading guilty to failing to report her disappearance

School bus video shows missing NC 11-year-old girl just days before her disappearance

Former President Donald Trump expected to attend Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, track officials say

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Some NC House Republicans oppose anti-mask bill

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The Wake County School Board is set to consider a proposal that would designate specific people on school campuses to be trained in administering naloxone in the event of an overdose emergency. However, it does not guarantee the availability of naloxone in every school.

Wake County Schools to consider implementing naloxone emergency use plan

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The housing market is beginning to cool a bit nationwide, but data shows homes in the Triangle sit above what the going rate is for most in the region.

Raleigh homes selling for about $100,000 more than entire South region, data shows

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Pandemic burnout builds on a pre-existing nursing shortage. But Triangle universities are expanding programs to train nurses to step into the gap.

North Carolina grapples with growing nursing shortage

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Robert Herman has been placed on paid suspension and is not allowed at Orange County Schools during the investigation.

Orange County teacher appears in court on peeping charge

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According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the tree fell between U.S. 70 and U.S. 70 Alternate near Occoneechee Golf Club.

Tree falls on car, knocks down power lines near Orange Co. golf club

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Wake County residents have expressed their desire for the county to prioritize education and housing costs in the county budget.

Wake County residents demand full funding for schools, lower housing costs in county budget

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American Titanium Metal would invest $895 million and employ 300 people by 2028 with salaries of more than $100,000 a year.

Cumberland County in running for $1 billion investment, 450 jobs from American Titanium

Site for possible titanium plant in Raleigh

Ronald Robertson lived on the seventh floor of the Sir Walter Apartments building in downtown Raleigh. His friends said he leaves behind a big hole in this tight-knit community.

Man who died in Raleigh apartment fire remembered as a friendly, good-natured person

Fire at Sir Walter Apartments, dozens of residents line sidewalks in downtown Raleigh

According to wildlife groups, North Carolinians can experience an increase in bear sightings during the springtime, both in rural and urban areas of the mountains, coast and Piedmont. Calls to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission's (NCWRC) Wildlife Helpline have increased with questions about bears daily. Calls typically peak from late April through August, according to the commission.

Expect more bear sightings until August, wildlife experts say

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NEW YORK (AP) â Donald Trump's hush money trial entered its final stretch with the prosecution resting its case late Monday afternoon following the conclusion of star witness Michael Cohen 's testimony.

The Latest | Defense lawyers in Trump's hush money trial ask the judge to dismiss the case

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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream usually draws customers with gourmet takes on classics like vanilla and pistachio. But occasionally, the artisanal ice cream maker headquartered in New York slips in what it calls a âshock flavor,â like Hidden Valley Ranch or pizza.

Sour Patch Kids Oreos? Peeps Pepsi? What's behind the weird flavors popping up on store shelves

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I've noticed that the topic of periodic cicadas has temporarily replaced the weather. Instead of "sure is hot today" or "could use a good rain," people say "they sure are loud today" and "I wonder when they'll stop?"

Go Ask Dad: Magic broods 

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Having a hurricane survival kit prepared can help you and your family stay safe and comfortable if a hurricane hits.

Hurricane survival kit: How to keep your family safe when a hurricane hits

Hurricane Florence was one of the worst hurricanes in NC history.

FORT COLLINS, Colorado (AP) â Tick season is starting across the U.S., and experts are warning the bloodsuckers may be as plentiful as ever.

Tick season has arrived. Protect yourself with these tips

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The Carolina Panthers unveiled their 2024 regular season schedule. Here's a glimpse at their opponents for the upcoming season.

Carolina Panthers schedule: Takeaways on their 2024 opponents 

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It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

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Boomer was just hours away from being euthanized when he was rescued by the Anne Arundel County, Maryland police department.

Good boy: Shelter dog becomes bomb squad dog in Maryland

Good boy: Shelter dog becomes bomb squad K-9 in Maryland

Durham educators walk out of school board meeting

Woman upset after son with autism restrained and put in closet at school

Man dies from injuries in Sir Walter Raleigh Apartments fire

Wake County taxpayers prioritize schools, libraries and housing in budget discussions

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Charlotte flight attendant pleads not guilty to attempting to record teen girl in airplane bathroom

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Computer systems getting back online at NC driver's license offices

Jo Koy to bring comedy tour to Raleigh

Orange County man arrested for theft at Hillsborough storage facility

Part of I-40 ramp to close at US 70 in Raleigh starting Tuesday

Testimony at Sen. Bob Menendez's bribery trial focuses on his wife's New Jersey home

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Taxpayer costs for profiling verdict over Joe Arpaio's immigration crackdowns to reach $314M

US says cyberattacks against water supplies are rising, and utilities need to do more to stop them

Ivan Boesky, stock trader convicted in insider trading scandal, dead at 87

Pride finds a place at Paris Olympics

Mayor Leonardo Williams said an internal investigation should show how much money, if any, the city of Durham paid the singer Monica for a performance that never happened.

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Foodie News: Locals Seafood holds grand opening

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Got To Be NC Festival kicks off with $111 billion economic announcement

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Bowl, dine and craft at new restaurant at Raleigh Iron Works

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Fact check: Biden says China has more retirees than workers

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Fact check: Trump says immigrants will 'destroy' Social Security

Fact check: Biden says Trump wants to monitor women's pregnancies

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

Fact check: Trump says he's 'not allowed to testify' under gag order

Bill to ban masks in public faces opposition from some NC Republicans

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Divisive or beneficial? Questions linger as UNC system looks to cut diversity programs

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 16

The Wrap: NC mask ban debate, AI porn, video gambling 

North Carolina bettors lost more than $100M on sports wagering in April

Orange County teacher accused of taking inappropriate photo of student

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Wake County schools to consider implementing naloxone emergency use plan

Protect your kids online: Raleigh elementary school to host internet safety event Monday

Chicago teen earns doctoral degree at age 17

Study highlights segregation impacting NC schools 70 years after Brown v. Board

How Red Lobster's misguided endless shrimp promotion drove it into bankruptcy

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NC anti-mask bill could violate federal law, disability rights and free speech advocates say

NC schools are struggling with segregation 70 years after Brown v. Board, new research shows

Police chases in NC have more than doubled since 2019. 24 people were killed in pursuits in 2022

How sewage floods at home turned into nightmares for Raleigh families

'I know it's the right fit': Brind'Amour highlights opportunity, commitment in staying with Canes

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Top-seed UNC's Honeycutt, Forbes earn ACC awards; Full ACC baseball schedule

Panthers' Dave Canales, Bryce Young embrace positive outlook for 2024 season

Joey Logano dominates All-Star Race, takes home $1 million prize at North Wilkesboro Speedway

Ricky Stenhouse could face suspension after throwing punch at Kyle Busch after All-Star Race

Le'Ezra Brown leads Dudley to 3A boys track state title

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Dudley repeats as 3A girls track state champions as several meet records fall

North Davidson advances past A.C. Reynolds in girls soccer playoffs

Providence caps off unbeaten season with 4A tennis title over Green Hope

Sison named MVP as Franklin Academy beats Pine Lake Prep for first boys tennis title

Median home values in Wake County $100,000 higher than median sale price in South

Raleigh only sits behind Atlanta, GA and Fort Worth, TX.

Raleigh is the nation's third fastest-growing big city, data shows

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The total cost to repair the damage, replace lost belongings and for a place to stay while repairs were being made totaled more than $160,000 for one Raleigh family.

Raleigh families describe exasperation in dealing with homes flooded by sewage

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State lawmakers are pushing to roll back landmark juvenile justice reforms, called the Raise The Age law, that passed with broad bipartisan support several years ago.

NC bill moves to reverse juvenile justice reforms

Police chases in North Carolina have more than doubled in recent years, raising concerns about safety.

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

Since 2018, there has been an almost 140% increase in cyclists dying along roadways all over North Carolina

Bicyclists ride in silence to remember 43 people who died on NC roads

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5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for China Wok, Hibachi Sushi and Outback Steakhouse

Judge grants NC State's appeal to block outside access to Poe Hall

On WRAL at 6: Sewage spread across the living room: Local family left paying after Raleigh maintenance backfired

Grocery prices flat, overall inflation still high compared to pre-pandemic levels

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Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

Stakeouts and surveillance: WRAL Investigates high-performance car thieves targeting Triangle dealerships

Car thieves caught on camera: WRAL Investigates crime rings targeting NC dealerships

WRAL Investigates: Mother says missed pool inspection cost her daughter's life

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Can artificial intelligence make the PC cool again?

Tom Snyder: Entrepreneurial spirit, experience gives Triangle an edge in AI economy

Things to know about an AI safety summit in Seoul

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Trump Media and Technology Group posts more than $300 million net loss in first public quarter

Microsoft's AI chatbot will 'recall' everything you do on a PC

Target to lower prices on thousands of basic items as inflation sends customers scrounging for deals

Red Lobster seeks bankruptcy protection days after closing dozens of restaurants

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Parents honor baby's short life with foundation to fund research into the disease that took him

Raleigh girls say man made threats, exposed himself to them while they played Roblox

Raleigh elementary school to host internet safety event for parents

Macy's Flash Sale TODAY, May 20: Up to 65% off sandals and up to 60% off active wear

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