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Tyrek Burton was shot and killed on the day of his wedding in Greensboro. He was 37.

Roxboro man dies on wedding day after shooting in Greensboro

MEETING. THE HOPE IS TO HIRE A DIRECTOR FOR THE PROGRAM AT THE START OF 2025, A ROXBORO MAN WAS SHOT TO DEATH ON HIS WEDDING DAY OVER THE WEEKEND. THIRTY-SEVEN-YEAR-OLD TYREEK BURTON DIED SATURDAY NIGHT AFTER POLICE FOUND HIM IN A PARKING LOT. A GREENSBORO EVENT CENTER, A FAMILY MEMBER TOLD WRAL THAT HE WAS SHOT AFTER MARRYING KEY. ARE HOLLOWAY. AUTHORITIES HAVE YET TO RELEASE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT A POSSIBLE SUSPECT OR MOTIVE TONIGHT, WRAL SPOKE WITH BURTON'S WIFE'S SISTER. IT. >> WHY ON THE WAY WHY ARE YOU ON JUST WHY? WHY? WHY? I STEPPED UP. MAYBE. AND MY OLDEST, 2 NIECES LIVE THERE. AND IT WASN'T, YOU KNOW, A PART OF A LAST. >> AND HE ALL HE GET THEM, REMOVED THEM AWAY FOR ROXBORO. HE GOT A GROUP OF THE PERMANENT JOB. IT WAS, AS YOU KNOW, THE >> BURTON SISTER-IN-LAW WENT ON TO SAY THE GROOM AND HIS WIFE LIVED IN GREENSBORO, BUT THEY MET WHILE GROWING UP IN ROXBORO. THEY HAD BEEN TOGETHER

'Why him?': Groom murdered hours after wedding in Greensboro, family member speaks out

A family member of Tyrek Burton's said he was shot after getting married Saturday to Kiara Holloway. Photo submitted.

62-year-old registered sex offender arrested at elementary school trunk-or-treat event 

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Ukrainian family escapes war only to face tragedy in NC flooding from Hurricane Helene

Ukrainian family faces tragedy from Hurricane Helene

Did you catch it? ð  Viewers are sharing breathtaking photos of Comet A3 

Viewers are sharing breathtaking photos of Comet A3 

Man arrested, western NC FEMA locations reopen after threats against workers

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Police department using drone to respond to emergencies

Local police using a drone to keep streets safe! WRAL Investigates the new technology

Mark Robinson plans 'update into investigation' of CNN report about racist, explicit comments on porn site

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The coolest air of the season (so far) is set to arrive from Tuesday through at least Friday morning.



Grab your sweaters: Season's coolest temperatures expected from Tuesday to Friday

Here comes the fall chill 

Edgecombe County Public Schools will use a grant to update interior and exterior security cameras at every school, add shatterproof window film for school entrances, and security wands at the schools without Evolv Weapons Detectors.


Grant will help Edgecombe schools fills gaps in school safety

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A man is charged in a deadly shooting that took place in a parking garage in downtown Raleigh.



Friends say man shot in Raleigh parking deck was a Marine and 'outstanding guy'

Raleigh Police car. Photo taken in downtown Raleigh on May 22, 2021. 

After Hurricane Helene left many people in western North Carolina stranded, the state eased some rules for in-person and mail-in voting.

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

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This year, fairgoers can explore an expansive menu of 72 new items, including fried favorites, global flavors, and creative twists on classics, making for a flavorful and memorable experience.

Best new N.C. State Fair food: Our picks for the best savory and sweet options

New fair food - Korean BBQ Kimchi Nachos

Duke, led by consensus No. 1 recruit Cooper Flagg, is seventh. North Carolina is at 9.

Duke, UNC ranked in top 10 in AP preseason college basketball poll

Future Duke Blue Devil Cooper Flagg

The Raleigh Police Department on Monday held a wreath-laying ceremony to honor the memory of Officer Gabriel J. Torres, who was killed in the Hedingham mass shooting.

'Fearless': Raleigh officer killed in Hedingham honored as Raleigh marks 2 years since mass shooting 

Wreath laid for fallen officer

The heat of summer coincided with technical issues to send Apex utility bills soaring, but residents can expect them to cool a bit this fall.


Apex returns to monthly utility billing after cyberattack, confusion

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The lawsuit sought a preliminary injunction allowing NIL activities for North Carolina high school athletes, which was granted by the judge in September. However, NIL did not become legal until the judge signed the written order on Monday.

High school NIL now legal in North Carolina after judge signs order

Football: Page vs. Western Guilford (October 11, 2024)

Retired WRAL anchor Bill Leslie was devastated to see the damage Helene caused his mountain neighbors.



'My heart aches': Bill Leslie on Helene's damage to beloved NC mountains 

View from Bill Leslie's mountain home in Glade Valley

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Officials are warning residents not to travel in or to western portion of North Carolina amid the destruction from Helene. Here is a look at what's roads are closed. This list will be updated as conditions improve.

Road closures continue throughout western NC: Find out what routes to avoid

Major NC roads closed after Hurricane Helene

Your favorite WRAL-TV reporters will be at the fair each day. Here is the schedule. Be sure to stop by!

Visit WRAL at this year's State Fair!

Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division are helping residents affected by Helene regroup in western North Carolina.

'We're here to help': 101st Airborne soldiers help Chimney Rock residents dig out of the mud

101st Airborne soldiers

Read on for North Carolina State Fair tips for parents, especially those bringing young children.



2024 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children

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Franklin County deputies arrested Mayteil Jomar Negron-Guevarez, a man wanted for murder in Puerto Rico.

Wanted for double murder in Puerto Rico, top 10 most-wanted man found hiding in Franklin County

Mayteil Jomar Negron-Guevarez

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Two candidates for state schools superintendent square off Monday night.

Candidates for NC schools superintendent debate in Southern Pines

Family who recently escaped Ukraine, swept up in flood waters 

Apex bringing utility bills back in line

Local police using a drone to keep streets safe

Bill Leslie reflects on Hurricane Helene damage in NC mountains

Edgecombe County schools make upgrades to security features

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One dead in Zebulon house fire, investigation underway 

Home burns in Zebulon, prompting large response 

Wayne County deputies find man dead on Camp Trailee Road, murder investigation underway

Fayetteville man charged with felony child sex crimes dating back to 2015

Members of the Kennedy family gather for funeral of Ethel Kennedy

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Florida returning to something like normal after Hurricane Milton

6 people accuse Diddy of sexual assault in new lawsuits, including man who was 16 at the time

Bath and Body Works apologizes for selling candles that looked like Ku Klux Klan hoods

Man with loaded gun arrested at checkpoint near Donald Trump's weekend rally in Southern California

Get ready for a jam-packed weekend with our picks including the State Fair, Sabrina Carpenter and more! 

Weekend best bets: NC State Fair, Sabrina Carpenter

How Much Blush Is Too Much?

72 new food items: 2024 North Carolina State Fair has something for every taste 

NC State Fair has 72 new food items  

Foodie News: Benchwarmers Bagels opens new Raleigh location

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The Local: Canes set date for opening of new restaurant at Backyard Bistro location

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95+ things to do in October 

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Fact check: Trump falsely claims Cooper blocked Helene aid to western NC

Politifact

Fact check: Democrat's ad says Republican Ashlee Adams 'campaigned for Mark Robinson and his radical agenda'

The future of fact-checking & how people can combat misinformation

Fact check: Is government seizing North Carolina lithium after Helene?

Fact check: No, Democrats didn't withhold aid to right-leaning NC counties after Helene

Harris and Trump in a 'dead heat,' latest NBC poll shows

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New NBC poll shows tight race between Harris and Trump

Early voting begins this week as presidential campaigns ramp up efforts in NC 

North Carolina Voter Guide 2024: Who's running, how, where, when to vote in NC election

Early voting begins this week, Kamala Harris makes campaign stop in Greenville

Schools cut learning-recovery programs as NC students remain behind

Education

Classes to resume for colleges in UNC System in western NC

Western NC universities, staff and students' homes damaged by Helene, UNC president says

Attorney representing NC State employees, alumni discusses case involving Poe Hall

WRAL In Depth

Comparing flu, COVID, cold and RSV: Understanding the differences and how to protect yourself

Wake County mom says her son's classroom has no permanent teacher for school year

Environmental attorney accuses NC State of neglecting cancer risk in Poe Hall

Did weak building codes contribute to devastation from Helene?

Lea: Panthers offense must play perfectly, defense must pick up slack and show up

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Fernandez: Here's my preseason AP Top 25 men's basketball ballot 

Former NC State pitcher Carlos RodÃ³n will start AL Championship Series opener for the Yankees vs. the Guardians

Vince Carter soars in journey to Basketball Hall of Fame

Panthers drop 3rd straight game, lose to Falcons 38-20

No. 20 Southwestern Randolph rattles off five unanswered to defeat Trinity

HighSchoolOT

Here are the NIL rules that will apply to North Carolina high school athletes

Statewide Football Rankings: Rolesville climbs higher into the top 10

NCISAA 2024 fall sports championship locations and dates

HighSchoolOT's regional Top 15 rankings for football following week 8

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the response to Hurricane Helene and the misinformation spread since it caused devastation in North Carolina.

In Depth with Dan: Helene response and misinformation

We've been getting questions from viewers about the constitutional amendment that's on the ballot this fall, asking what it does and why some people say it's necessary. WRAL sat down with a legal scholar to get answers.

'If it ain't broke, don't fix it': Why one law professor says NC constitutional amendment unneeded

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Friday, Oct. 11, at 5 p.m. marks the deadline for North Carolina voters to register to vote in the upcoming election or to make changes to your registration if you've moved.

NC election chief says early voting will start on time despite Hurricane Helene

There's been some confusion regarding the government's response to Helene in western North Carolina. So let's break it down.

Some have been critical of the government's response to Helene. Here's a breakdown of how disaster response works

Small Business Administration Will Soon Exhaust Disaster Loan Funds

A month without a teacher. A local mother's discovery led to a 5 On Your Side investigation. WRAL 5 On Your Side looks into the statewide shortage of teachers and the impact it's having on students.

A month without a teacher: 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

A month without a teacher! 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

Kim Wooten, an engineer and member of the state Building Code Council, has criticized recent changes to North Carolina's building codes, which she believes have weakened building standards and paved the way for more destruction in the next storm.

Weak building codes making North Carolina less safe, engineer says

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5 On Your Side helps recover tickets lost through Ticketmaster

Scammers impersonate Venmo account to steal Helene donations

5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: Menkoi Ramen House and Great Wall

If you let your flood insurance lapse and then got hit by Helene, you may be able to renew it

5 On Your Side

CDC to investigate potential cancer cluster among Poe Hall workers at NC State

CDC investigating potential 'cancer cluster' at NC State after hundreds of people who worked, studied in Poe Hall develop cancer

Much of Tropical Storm Fred relief money remains untouched as western NC regroups after Helene

NC town waiting for millions hit again 3 years later. WRAL Investigates why relief funds take years to help local communities

Investigations

Tom Snyder: Diversity of leaders, industry, geography a strength of NC tech businesses

Donald Thompson: Effective ERGs align with business strategy

Grace Ueng: The controversy over 'Founder Mode

Mike Walden: What does the Fed's rate cut mean?

WRAL TechWire

Trump's campaign crowdfunded millions online in an untraditional approach to emergency relief

A Tesla car crashes and catches fire in France, killing 4

Chinaâs exports slow sharply in September, adding to worries over the economy

Nobel economics prize goes to 3 economists who found that freer societies are more likely to prosper

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New rides and food: NC State Fair shows off what's new for 2024

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UNC family launches foundation to make a difference in the lives of others after the loss of their son 

Lena Tillett welcomes a second son, Zayden

Your ultimate guide to the 2024 North Carolina State Fair  

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