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Democrats have raised tens of millions of dollars in North Carolina, where key races for governor, state legislature and Supreme Court will be on November ballots. U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi is coming to town to help them raise even more.

Watch: Pelosi headlines NC Democratic fundraiser as rumors swirl over Biden's candidacy

Gov. Cooper, Nancy Pelosi speak at NC Democratic fundraiser in Raleigh

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ð§ï¸ Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for several counties: Level 1 storm risk and flooding

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Travel chaos lingers at RDU after tech outage grounds flights, frustrates passengers

Worldwide tech outage forces ground stop of airlines at RDU, around the world

Man stabbed, walks to Raleigh grocery store in search of help

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Here's what to do with deli meats as the CDC investigates a listeria outbreak across the U.S.

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SC man dies after kayak capsizes at Cape Hatteras National Seashore

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Raleigh dance instructor linked to sex crimes at studios throughout NC arrested

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is believed to have flown a drone around the Pennsylvania rally site ahead of time in an apparent attempt to scope out the site before the event, a law enforcement official said Saturday.

Gunman in Trump rally attack flew drone over rally site in advance of event, official says

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Durham firefighters responded to an apartment fire Saturday afternoon at a building on Garrett Road.

Crews battle attic fire in Durham apartment building, displacing four families

Four families displaced by Durham apartment fire 

WASHINGTON (AP) â As Democrats churn over whether President Joe Biden should stay in the 2024 race, the party turmoil is deepening over whether his Vice President Kamala Harris is next in line for the job or if a âmini primaryâ should be quickly launched to choose a new nominee before the party's August convention.

Beyond Biden, Democrats are split over who would be next âVP Harris or launch a 'mini primary'

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Two missing children from Florida whose disappearance triggered a missing child alert for Wake County have been found safe.

Missing Florida siblings found safe after alert issued involving Wake County, mother in police custody

Caden Barber, Jr., and his sister, Marina Barber, are missing

During Abraham Lincoln's presidency, anyone could come to the White House and see him. Come they did: mothers looking to have their sons released from military service, wives urging that their husbands be freed from prison after resisting the draft, others who simply wanted to meet the president.

This is how Secret Service protection has changed for presidents over the years

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A special photo submission highlights the iconic Ford Mustang while saluting the NC State Wolfpack for a memorable 2023-2024 athletic year.

NC Highway Patrol salutes NC State sports in goal of securing country's best-looking cruiser

NC Highway Patrol in best-looking cruiser contest

Two women were hit by a pickup truck while riding bikes in Durham on Saturday morning.


2 cyclists hurt in hit-and-run crash in Durham

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Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Friday evening at the intersection of NC Highway 98 and Chandler Road in Durham.

Man killed in motorcycle crash on NC Highway 98 in Durham

Fatal motorcycle crash closes Holloway Street in Durham

Donald Trump will speak at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte on Wednesday, July 24, at 6 p.m. The former president last appeared in the Charlotte area in May at the Coca-Cola 600.

Donald Trump schedules campaign rally in Charlotte

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Outside experts can get into Poe Hall at North Carolina State University to test for cancer-causing chemicals known as PCBs.

Poe Hall open to experts outside of NC State for PCB testing, agreement says

Poe Hall at NC State University 

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Did your parents warn you against jumping in the pool right after eating? They were misguided.

Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating?

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Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about new restaurants opening in the Triangle.

Foodie News: Postino wine cafÃ© in Raleigh opening in Village District 

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A destructive EF-3 tornado hit North Carolina on July 19, 2023, north of Rocky Mount.



Remembering the 2023 tornado that destroyed a Pfizer plant, disrupted lives in Nash County

Home damaged by NC tornado July, 19, 2023

Whether you're looking for sports, seafood, history or family fun, North Carolina has a beach town to fit that need.

5 beach towns in North Carolina to suit any fancy

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A coach pushed an umpire during a Little League game in Wilson Monday night and the umpire responded by hitting the coach several times with his mask. The Wilson Parks and Rec director called the fight "unfortunate and honestly embarrassing."

Coach resigns following fight with umpire at Wilson Little League game

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A trio of topiary dinosaurs have popped up in downtown Raleigh. 


Dinosaur installations pop up in downtown Raleigh

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The investigation continues into what Thomas Crooks was doing ahead of his assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Here's a look at the timeline leading up to the gunman's final hour.

Trump rally shooting: Timeline before gunman shot Donald Trump

Four families displaced by Durham apartment fire  

'She always had a smile on her face': Postal worker fatally shot in Chicago 

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Man arrested: Wife and 4 kids found dead in home  

Raleigh police investigate shots fired call on Branch Street

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Man arrested for firing shots outside Moore County gas station  

Family members frustrated by years-long lack of care at Harnett Co. cemetery

Deven children remembered with touching tribute in Fayetteville neighborhood memorial

Decision 2024: Trump wins in NC polls. Are Democrats' visits helping? 

Florida man arrested, accused of making threats against Trump, Vance on social media

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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a Champion for Progressive Causes, Dies at 74

A fire severely damages the historic First Baptist Dallas church sanctuary

Trump holds first rally after assassination attempt with his new running mate, Vance, by his side

Tech disruptions sparked by software update highlight the fragility of globally connected technology

5 things to do in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach that don't involve the beach

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Billy Strings among IBMA Bluegrass Music Award nominees

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

Weekend best bets: Outdoor movies, foodie fun

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Fact-checking Trump's RNC claims about immigration, the economy and more

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Fallout from spreading election falsehoods: lawsuits, settlements and bankruptcy filings

Fact check: How many immigrants are living in the U.S. illegally?

Fact check: Did Trump send Ukraine weapons that Obama and Biden withheld?

Fact check: Did a federal court just rule vaccine mandates unconstitutional?

Democrats investing in North Carolina in hopes of closing gap on Republicans

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NBC's Steve Kornacki analyzes the Democratic push in North Carolina

Gov. Roy Cooper welcomes Vice President Kamala Harris to Fayetteville

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks in Fayetteville

Extra security measures being taken for VP Harris' visit to Fayetteville Thursday

Now is the time to get back-to-school vaccines

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NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announces retirement

What NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson's retirement means for the future of Poe Hall

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson to retire

Fire alarm defects prompt 'fire watch' in Wake schools

Parents demand accountability after years of violations at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

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A year later, Durham is still sifting through cases of illegal dirt bike activity. Here's why

Clean energy batteries tied to toxic chemical pollution

Cellphone usage in schools is a concern for parents, teachers: Are cellphone bans the right move?

Parent group proposes cellphone ban at Wake public schools during school board meeting

Olympic success or failure can hinge on the snap of a finger, a tiny wobble or even a gust of wind

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Horschel leads British Open on wild day of rain and big numbers at Royal Troon

Kevin Keatts reflects on NC State's March Madness run, looks forward to new season

The Olympics are coming to the capital of fashion. Expect uniforms befitting a Paris runway

Grimsley 4-star DE Bryce Davis commits to Clemson over Duke

Here are the school officials on the NCHSAA's 2025-29 realignment committee

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Adam Trusky named MVP as East beats West in boys soccer all-star game

West beats East in girls soccer all-star game for first time since 2015

NC high school MLB Draft tracker: See which 28 players were selected in 2024

Cox Mill's Braylon Whitaker taken in 19th round of MLB Draft by Baltimore Orioles 

State and local governments spend hundreds of millions of dollars each year on studies, research projects, and consultants. However, not all of these projects pay off.

We spent how much on what? WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

WRAL Investigates wasted money

The scammers convinced a Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

Bitcoin ATM scam prompted Raleigh woman to withdraw $15,000 from her bank

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Raleigh woman warns others after experiencing Bitcoin ATM scam

The scammers convinced Pauline Miller to withdraw $15,000 from her bank account and deposit it in a Bitcoin ATM.

WRAL Investigates one of the most expensive city projects that went nowhere.

WRAL Investigates spending on projects with little, if anything, to show for it

On WRAL at 6: Hundreds of millions of your tax dollars wasted

Project 2025 outlines a massive overhaul of the federal government. Donald Trump and North Carolina Republicans are distancing themselves from the 922-page plan. Democrats in Raleigh are warning voters about it. 

In Depth with Dan: Who is behind Project 2025?

What is Project 2025? Conservative blueprint for presidential term becomes Dems' focus

NC Democrats lay out their objections to project 2025

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Ways to prevent tech outages and what to do if one happens

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5 On Your Side: Protecting yourself from cyber attacks

Sheriff's office warns of phone scam targeting Cumberland County residents

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People push for accountability at Holly Hill Hospital

Patients call for change after Holly Hill Hospital inspection records reveal violations

'Ticking time bomb': Mom criticizes care her son received at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh

WRAL Investigates: Holly Hill violated standards of care that could've prevented patient escapes, inspection says

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Donald Thompson: Strong relationships power high-performing multigenerational teams

Guest column: Schools, business must work together to futureproof the next generation of STEM standoutsÂ 

Grace Ueng: Are you carrot, egg or coffee?

Eva Garland Consulting boosts diversity in grant funding

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Malicious actors trying to exploit global tech outage for their own gain

American Airlines has a contract deal with flight attendants, and President Biden is happy about it

A faulty software update causes havoc worldwide for airlines, hospitals and governments

US agency says apps that let workers access paychecks before payday are providing loans

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Disney on Ice announces NC stops this year

'Live After 5' summer concert series pushes start time back due to heat

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