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Hundreds of child care centers across North Carolina used federal pandemic-era aid to cover rising costs, rather than hike rates on families. But now Congress has shut down that funding.

Business leaders, advocates for the poor warn of child care cliff without help from legislature

Advocates for the poor rally for child care funding, improvements in downtown Raleigh

Hundreds of child care providers rally in Raleigh

NC builders unearth major archeological find. Lawmakers want to help them build over it

North Carolina flag flies over state capitol

BimbÃ© booking agent to repay $37K to city of Durham 

Headliner of BimbÃ© Cultural Arts Festival unable to attend due to booking error

Southern Baptists pick NC pastor as new leader, will decide whether to formally ban churches with women pastors

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On this day: 113 years ago, downtown Apex was totally destroyed by fire 

A photo showing the Log Pond when it still existed. Image courtesy of Warren Holleman, courtesy of the Apex Volunteer Fire Department and restored by Marty Allen.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Dan Bishop meets Jim Crow, kind of

Free (or cheap) things to do in the Raleigh area this summer with your children

Fuquay-Varina's new splash pad

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After another day with highs in the low 80s and low humidity, we'll see a rise in temperatures that could approach record-breaking territory by the end of the week.

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Hour-by-hour temperatures for Wednesday, June 12

Multiple police officers were seen Monday afternoon outside the Walgreens on the 700 block of Fayetteville Street. A spokesperson with the Durham Police Department confirmed a man and a 3-year-old boy were shot.

Police ask for public's help finding driver involved in shooting of 3-year-old boy, man outside drugstore in Durham

Jerry West, who was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame three times in a storied career as a player and executive and whose silhouette is considered to be the basis of the NBA logo, died Wednesday morning, the Los Angeles Clippers announced.

Jerry West, a 3-time Hall of Fame selection and the NBA logo, dies at 86

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A Southern Pines-based flower shop, SoirÃ©e Pines, has announced that it will not service LGBTQIA+ wedding couples.

Southern Pines flower shop refuses to serve LGBTQIA+ weddings

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A bill expected to quickly pass the North Carolina state legislature will create a loophole around laws blocking Super PACs from getting more directly involved in elections.

NC lawmakers pass new rules for wearing masks in public, plus 'dark money' political spending

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ATLANTA (AP) -- A gunman shot three people at a food court in downtown Atlanta before he was shot by a police officer Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.

Gunman wounds 3 in Atlanta food court before being shot by officer, police say

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The owners of a beloved dog are searching for answers after it was found shot to death over the weekend in Horry County.

'I couldn't fathom it': NC family searches for answers after missing dog found shot to death

NC family searches for answers after missing dog found shot to death

The Raleigh City Council held a meeting Tuesday to discuss the plans to move Red Hat Amphitheater to a new location. Between 500 and 1,000 seats are expected at the new venue after it moves to make room for expansion at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Raleigh City Council holds meeting on future Red Hat Amphitheater move

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This year's U.S. Open is gearing up to be one of the hottest on record.

Golfers, fans gearing up for extreme heat at US Open 

Watch: Tiger Woods practicing his golf swing while crowds of fans follow

A man is in custody in connection to a 14-year-old cold case, according to officials with the Winston-Salem Police Department. On January 11, 2010, around noon, officers responded to N. Jackson Avenue to help Forsyth County EMS on a deceased person call.



Man in custody in connection to 2010 Winston-Salem cold case murder, officers say

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Museums, splashpads and storytimes are great free or cheap options for family fun this summer in the Raleigh area. 

Two bills have been filed in North Carolina to address predatory towing, which includes establishing a towing commission and giving the attorney general the power to set the towing rules.

WRAL Investigates predatory towing in NC, lawmakers seek crackdown

WRAL News Investigates aggresive towing

This isn't your typical "gift guide" because these gifts are more about making memories rather than buying something he'll forget about five years from now.

Gifts from the heart: Father's Day 'gift' guide

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As hurricane season kicks off, WRAL meteorologists are watching a system that could develop into a tropical depression in the next few days.

Hurricane season 2024: System could develop into tropical depression this weekend

Tropical outlook: June 11, 2024

Virginia health officials are investigating reports of illness connected to Lake Anna after multiple families said their children became very ill after swimming in the lake over Memorial Day weekend.

Multiple children hospitalized after swimming in Virginia lake 

8-year-old twins hospitalized after swimming in lake

Stiff person syndrome causes stiffness in the back, legs, or feet and can lead to sudden and painful muscle spasms, resulting in falls.

Understanding Celine Dion's rare neurological diagnosis

Celine Dion, at the Met Gala, Is No One's Paper Doll

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Our final Teacher of the Week this school year didn't discover his passion for education until later in his professional life. WRAL's Ken Smith introduces us to a teacher at Cedar Ridge High school in Orange County, known for his creative ways of keeping students engaged. 

Teacher of the Week: Chris Lappa

Police ask for public's help finding driver involved in shooting of 3-year-old boy, man in Durham

Migrants struggle along deadliest route on US/Mexico border

NC family devastated after finding missing dog shot to death

Ruff situation: Saint Bernard rescued from hole in backyard

Jurors speak out after Hunter Biden trial

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Police identify people suspected of targeting cars with rocks, weekend vandal spree in north Raleigh

2024 US Open guide: How to watch, getting tickets and where to park

'I'm very concerned': Goldsboro residents, leaders and activists meet after two fatal shootings in a week

NC House bill would make PFAS polluters pay to clean up drinking water

1 fatally shot on Atlanta area transit bus that led officers on wild rush hour chase, police say

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Inflation slowed in May, hinting at welcome relief for consumers

Dog fight! Joey Chestnut 'gutted' to be out of July 4 hot dog eating contest over brand dispute

North Korea's Kim hails Russia ties as Putin reportedly plans a visit

Banana company Chiquita found liable for financing paramilitary group

Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



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

After 14 years in business, Beyu Caffe to close downtown Durham location

Support local restaurants during Black Business Week 

Where to find outdoor music in the Triangle this summer

'Live After 5' summer concert series returns to downtown Raleigh

Father's Day Deals 2024: Restaurant, retail and gift card bonus offers

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Following plea for help, Durham restaurant files for bankruptcy 

COPA co-owners Elizabeth Turnbull and Roberto Copa Matos

U.S. Open at Pinehurst: Where to eat, shop and relax

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Fact check: Does Trump want to repeal the ACA, as Biden says?

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Fact check: Trump denies calling for Clinton to be locked up

Fact check: Biden says violent crime 'is near a record 50-year low'

Fact check: Is Chief Justice Newby removing judges who were elected to their positions?

8 questions about Trump's guilty verdict and his presidential campaign, answered

Political group pushing to require high schoolers to pass citizenship exam

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Multi-million-dollar housing development could be built on ancient Native American village

NC bill would make companies responsible for costs of forever chemicals cleanup

With spending talks idling, North Carolina House to advance its own budget proposal

Bill would alter appeal process for NC deaf and blind school admission

Jay-Z's Roc Nation to drum up support for private school vouchers in Philadelphia

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Durham County commission expected to vote on budget

Durham County commissioners approve 2025 fiscal year budget, additional $27 million for Durham schools

WRAL employee, parent goes over letter alleging teacher abused child

Future of Poe Hall: Significant changes being considered

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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 

Southern Pines native Michael McGowan leans on lessons from the late Peggy Kirk Bell and mother at U.S. Open

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Tiger Woods returns to Pinehurst after 19 years and it's not the same. Neither is he

Tar Heels, Wolfpack head to College World Series. Here's the schedule in Omaha

Former NC State player Scott Wood named head basketball coach at Broughton

Carter Jenkins balances mix of excitement for U.S. Open, grief for Grayson Murray

Cannon School takes No. 1 in final boys lacrosse rankings for the 2024 season

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Cardinal Gibbons takes No. 1 in final girls lacrosse rankings for the 2024 season

Vote Now: HSOT Honors spring sports awards

Providence takes No. 1 in final boys tennis rankings for 2024; Fike and Grimsley among area code leaders

Pinecrest takes No. 1 in final boys golf rankings for the 2024 season

To curb the violence, North Carolina hospitals with emergency departments will be required, by law, to have armed security around the clock, unless they get an exemption.

Increase in hospital violence results in law enforcement requirement in NC

WRAL Investigates found felony assaults against health care workers jumped 7.5% between 2022 and 2023, according to court records.

Law enforcement, armed security coming to North Carolina hospitals as violence increases

On Monday, law enforcement responded to UNC Health Johnston in Clayton.

We've been tracking predatory towing for years. WRAL Investigates the changes that could protect you and your wallet.


Predatory towing: WRAL Investigates the changes that could protect you and your wallet

Law enforcement officers and former gang members candidly explain the lure of gang life and how young people are enticed to commit crimes on the gang's behalf.

Promises good, does bad: The lure and cost of gangs for young people

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A recent police chase in Wake County resulted in one person dead and another injured, adding to a concerning trend of high-speed pursuits in the area.

Concerns grows about high-speed pursuits after five chases in seven days

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More money could be coming to the community to combat gun violence. The news comes as North Carolina is seeing an increase in how many people have died from shootings so far this year. 

Lawmakers request more funds for gun violence as NC sees bump in shooting deaths

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How to chose safer cookware

5 On Your Side: How to choose healthier cookware

NC State response gives little clarity on PCB testing report at Poe Hall

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Enormous win: NC State grad student can do own testing inside Poe Hall

Court rules NC State employees can conduct independent testing of Poe Hall 

NC State says Poe Hall PCB testing results coming in next few weeks 

Fort Liberty soldier charged for death of his infant daughter

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US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health

Proposed plant could mean another 815 jobs for Cumberland County

Apple leaps into AI with an array of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to smarten up Siri

Workers at Samsung Electronics walk out for the first time ever

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Amazon adds $1.4 billion to affordable housing fund for regions where it has corporate offices

Judges hear Elizabeth Holmes' appeal of fraud conviction while she remains in Texas prison

Future of Elon Musk and Tesla are on the line this week as shareholders vote on massive pay package

Partnership of major automakers to bring global HQ, 203 high-paying jobs to Durham

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Beach safety tips: 5 ways to protect your kids

Staying healthy year-round: Essential annual wellness exam checklist

Go Ask Dad: A view from 30,000 feet

New health standards will come to NC schools in 2025

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