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Johnston County Republican Kelly Daughtry is dropping out of the Republican Party primary runoff in North Carolina's 13th Congressional District and endorsing former federal prosecutor Brad Knott, who is backed by former President Donald Trump.

Daughtry drops out of Triangle-area congressional race, endorses Knott

Kelly Daughtry (left) and Brad Knott (right)

UNC fraternity says it's not involved in viral fundraiser for 'rager' for defending American flag

American flag goes back up on UNC campus

It's getting hot in here: First 90-degree day in 2024, weekend storms on the way

Temperatures hit 90 degrees Thursday, May 2, 2024, marking the hottest day of the year so far.

NC lawmakers seek to force UNC, NC State to play football, basketball vs. in-state schools

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Massive fire destroys Durham Rescue Mission building, E. Main Street closed

Crews battling massive fire at Durham Rescue Mission building on E. Main Street

30 loaded guns seized this year at RDU security checkpoints, TSA says 

State approves incentives for 500-job window factory in Johnston County

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Thursday, May 2, 2024 -- House Speaker Mike Johnson's deal with President Joe Biden to provide funding for Ukraine, Taiwan and Israel gives hope the GOP can find its footing again. But so long as Trump is the nominee, voters face a choice between a strategy and a temper tantrum.

COLUMN: One party has a serious foreign policy. The other has a tantrum

Biden Braces NATO for Long Conflict With Russia, Making Cold War Parallel

Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption into the 124th U.S. Open Championship. It will mark his 23rd appearance at the event.

Tiger Woods accepts special exemption to play in US Open at Pinehurst 

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If you bought ground beef at Walmart recently, check your refrigerator or freezer.



Walmart ground beef recall: Ground beef and patties may contain E. coli

A processional on Thursday will honor William Elliot, one of four officers shot and killed Monday afternoon in Charlotte.

Charlotte shooting: Funerals, processions honor 4 officers killed 

May 2, 2024, processional for Alden Elliot

WASHINGTON -- President Joe Biden broke days of silence Thursday to finally speak out on the wave of anti-Israel protests on American college campuses that have inflamed much of the country, denouncing violence and antisemitism even as he defended the right to peaceful dissent.

Biden denounces violence on campus, breaking silence after rash of arrests

At Indiana University, Protests Only Add to a Year Full of Conflicts

An investigation has determined that two Clinton police officers who shot and killed a man in October 2023 were justified in their actions.

Clinton police officers who shot, killed man in October 2023 were justified, investigation finds

Police investigation underway in Clinton

Two previous versions of the controversial proposal were vetoed by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper. But Republicans now have a veto-proof supermajority, so the move is likely to become law.

NC Senate votes to force sheriffs to work with ICE, as immigration emerges as top political concern

Bill requiring NC sheriffs to check immigration status heading to Gov. Cooper's desk

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Faculty Executive Committee held an emergency meeting Wednesday to "discuss events related to the protests on campus," according to the university's website.

'It was not a good look': UNC committee discusses interim chancellor's actions during pro-Palestinian protests

UNC Campus Police clear protesters out of Polk Place

A Wake County judge ruled that North Carolina State University has 30 days to turn over documents related to Poe Hall and let the outside experts into the building.

Judge rules NC State must allow outside investigators inside Poe Hall

NC State University's Poe Hall

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- A home health care company failed to protect a visiting nurse who was killed during an appointment with a convicted rapist at a Connecticut halfway house and should be fined about $161,000, federal workplace safety officials said Wednesday.

Employer of visiting nurse who was killed didn't protect her and should be fined, safety agency says

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There has been a lot of conflicting information coming from N.C. State leaders, and many people are frustrated by the university's lack of action and transparency. That's why WRAL 5 On Your Side launched its own investigation.

Poe Hall: The latest updates about the NC State scandal 

NC State Poe Hall contamination

Lena Tillett and her husband are expecting a second child, a boy, in October 2024.

Lena's son will be a big brother

Every May, more than 190 wineries across North Carolina open their doors for a month of special events, tastings and promotions.

May is North Carolina Wine Month: Explore NC's award-winning wineries

ZincHouse Winery & Brewery is located at 6225 Wake Forest Highway in Durham, North Carolina.

Jellyfish clouds: Have you ever seen clouds in the sky with swooping "tails" that look like jellyfish? We asked WRAL meteorologist Aimee Wilmoth.



Ask the meteorologist: Why do some clouds look like jellyfish? 

Ask a meteorologist: Why do some clouds look like jellyfish? 

Two Metro Division powerhouses will faceoff when the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers play in the second round. 

Hurricanes' D'Angelo, Pesce expected to be healthy for series with Rangers

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After 1-year-old Azai went viral on TikTok for greeting people at Target, the store in Huntersville invited him and his mom to spend the morning working as a honorary team member. His title? Store happiness director. 

NC toddler greets Target customers 

'Million Dollar Mo' has punched her ticket to Paris

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Mental state questioned of man accused of killing person in Vegas 

Cougar attacks Great Dane in family's backyard

'Order must prevail': Biden comments on campus protests

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Puppy returns sick, pregnant from kennel

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Students injured in school bus crash at Panther Creek High School

Weekend best bets: Star Wars, Ham & Yam Festival and strawberries

One person killed in crash on McArthur Road in Cumberland County

Biden says 'order must prevail' during campus protests over the war in Gaza

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A wild orangutan used a medicinal plant to treat a wound, scientists say

Death toll jumps to at least 48 as a search continues in southern China highway collapse

At least 2,000 people arrested at pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses, AP tally shows

Arizona will repeal its 1864 abortion ban. Democrats are still planning to use it against Trump

The North Carolina Museum of History on Wednesday announced the museum and its exhibits are getting a major makeover. 



Raleigh's NC Museum of History closing for 2 to 3 years for makeover

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'Dueling Dinosaurs:' One-of-a-kind dig at Raleigh science museum

Dueling Dinosaurs at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Foodie News: Two local legends team up for Raleigh high-dining concept

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Weekend best bets: Dinos, Dogwood Festival and Brewgaloo

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Fact-checking 3 of Michele Morrow's claims about school safety

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Fact check: RFK Jr. says Biden censored his political opponent

Fact check: Daughtry accuses Knott of being 'Biden's lawyer'

Fact check: Harris says 75% of school shootings used gun that 'was not secured'

Fact check: Trump says New York hush money case is 'Biden trial'

Bill aims to ban prop bets on college sports in North Carolina

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NC immigrant groups rally against ICE bill

Families of fentanyl victims push NC lawmakers for change

NC lawmakers advance hundreds of millions of dollars for school vouchers

Families push NC leaders for naloxone in all schools

Bodycam video shows NYPD breaking down doors of hall at Columbia University

Education

A day after police confront protesters, UNC examines best practices for tense situations on campus

$248M more for private school vouchers? Committee favors funding final 54,000 applicants left out

NC lawmakers debate whether to increase funding for private school vouchers

Experts fear 'catastrophic' college declines thanks to botched FAFSA rollout

How marijuana reclassification could affect North Carolinians 

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Why Israel is so determined to launch an offensive in Rafah. And why so many oppose it

5 On Your Side: How to check your credit score is accurate

Orange High School reverses decision: Student denied graduation walk now given green light

Hurricane-proof your NC home: Essential steps to weather the storm

Waddell: Deal will get done, Brind'Amour wants to be 'Hurricane for life'

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Hurricanes goalie Frederik Andersen named finalist for Masterton Trophy

New flopping rules established as NFHS announces rules changes for high school basketball

'Hats off': Charlotte bar trolls Panthers owner David Tepper again

Four nightcap homeruns lead Bulls to split in Gwinnett

Antwon Stevenson takes Ragsdale football job after short stint at Northeast Guilford

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No. 5 Greene Central baseball run rules Croatan to complete perfect regular season

J.H. Rose girls soccer takes down No. 2 Manteo

North Mecklenburg promotes alum Daryl Vereen to head football coach

NCHSAA basketball 'Final Four' format will return to Winston-Salem in 2025

Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday vistied Wake STEM Early College High School in Cary to discuss careers in offshore wind.

Gov. Roy Cooper vistis Wake STEM Early College High School to discuss careers in offshore wind

The conservative group that hosted a bourbon tasting tour for North Carolina lawmakers and lobbyists says a complaint about their behavior at one Kentucky distillery is greatly exaggerated.

Organizers say complaints 'overblown' about NC lawmakers' behavior during bourbon tour 

Organizers say complaints about NC lawmakers' behavior during bourbon tour is 'overblown'

The conservative group that hosted a bourbon tasting tour for North Carolina lawmakers and lobbyists says a complaint about their behavior at one Kentucky distillery is greatly exaggerated.



Bourbon tour scandal overblown, says conservative group that sponsored trip

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A post on Reddit accused unnamed North Carolina lawmakers of drunk and disorderly behavior -- including vomiting in a sink -- at a bourbon-tasting event in Kentucky. 



Frat house or state house? Social media post accuses NC lawmakers of drunken behavior

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A social media post on Reddit accused unnamed North Carolina lawmakers of drunk and disorderly behavior at a bourbon-tasting event in Kentucky.

Social media post accuses NC lawmakers of drunken behavior

Researchers have created a new blood test that could lead to earlier intervention for those with osteoarthritis.

Blood test detects signs of osteoarthritis 8 years before X-ray

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CDC warns of multistate E. coli outbreak tied to recalled walnuts

5 On Your Side's April recall report

Ordering tiny home kits not as simple as it sounds

The truth behind the tiny homes some major retailers are offering

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Distracted driving causes more crashes in NC than speed & alcohol combined

RDU plane crash poses questions about runway design

WRAL Investigates RDU's runway layout and how it impacts landing sequences

WRAL Investigates: What state lawmakers plan to do about distracted driving

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State approves incentives package worth $5.5 million for 500-job window factory in Johnston County

No, the electric vehicle market isn't crashing. It just needs recharging.

Google and Apple now threatened by the US antitrust laws that helped build their technology empires

Grace Ueng: Fireside chat with entrepreneur, investor Joe Colopy

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Microsoft will invest $2.2 billion in cloud and AI services in Malaysia

In Latest Stunt, Airbnb Lists the 'Up' House. It Floats.

Window manufacturer plans to add 500 jobs in Johnston County

US job openings fall to 8.5 million in March, the lowest level in more than 3 years

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Marbles Kids Museum reopens On the Farm exhibit 

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Alzheimer's: A moment of kindness 

Crocs Flash Sale: Clogs, slides, sandals on sale 2 for $50 through May 3

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Top Amazon deals: Amazon Men's Swim Trunks only $5.60 (69% off), Touch Screen Smart Digital Photo Frame only $35.99 w/coupon, Cordless Electric Spin Scrubber for shower only $29.99 (40% off)

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