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Jaquez Anthony Brown, 24, was arrested and charged with assault on a female and communicating threats. Investigators determined Brown was directly involved in the shooting incident at Crabtree Valley Mall.

Man arrested after shooting at Crabtree Valley Mall charged with assaulting, threatening woman

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Man arrested after shots fired outside Raleigh mall

Fire at Motel 6 near Cary forces guests from rooms, 2 hospitalized

Large fire response at Motel 6 on Buck Jones Road near Cary

Raleigh mayor race: Affordable housing, public safety top issues for city's next leader

Five candidates are vying to become Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell, James Shaughnessy IV, Paul Fitts, Terrance "Truth" Ruth and Eugene Myrick.

NC Central shooting incidents: Man facing gun-related charges appears in court

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Map shows parts of western NC open for tourism

Trump and Harris are neck and neck, the latest NBC poll shows

High-Stakes Debate for Harris and Trump Is Hours Away

4 tips for keeping trick-or-treaters safe

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WRAL meteorologists are tracking a system with a 40% chance of developing over the next seven days. It's expected to develop in the southern Caribbean.

Hurricane season 2024: System has 40% chance of developing in next 7 days

Odds of tropical development as of 2 a.m. Monday, 10/28/2024

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will both be in North Carolina on Wednesday.

Harris, Trump both coming to North Carolina on Wednesday

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Monday and Tuesday will be seasonable. Then, temperatures take off!

Temperature turnaround: Warming up to near-record highs by Halloween

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Morrow marches to a tune only she hears?

There are only eight days until Election Day, and you can expect long lines in the final days of early voting. 

Election Day is only 8 days away. Here's how early voters can avoid the long lines

8 days until Election Day; long lines expected this week with record early voter turnout

NEW YORK (AP) â Donald Trump hosted a rally featuring crude and racist insults at New Yorkâs Madison Square Garden, turning what his campaign had dubbed as the event where he would deliver his closing message into an illustration of what turns off his critics.

Trump's Madison Square Garden event features crude and racist insults

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Police said the crash happened at 8:37 p.m. on Page Road near Holloman Road.

Child, woman killed in head-on crash in Durham

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As schools hurt from teacher and bus driver shortages, bonuses have been a popular tool to help solve the problem.

Federal funds gave NC school employees more than $1B in bonuses. Now the money's gone

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Nearly a month after the remnants of Hurricane Helene ravaged western North Carolina, running water has now been restored to most of the region around Asheville. But you can't drink it yet.

Asheville has tap water, but no one knows when it will be drinkable

Asheville Has Tap Water, but No One Knows When It Will Be Drinkable

When a North Carolina man headed to a convenience store on Tuesday, he had no idea luck was on his side.

NC man wins $1 million lottery with $20 bill he found on the ground

   Retired Wilson County truck driver scores $100,000 Extreme Cash prize

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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.

10/28 update: Major roads open, closed in western NC

Major NC roads closed after Hurricane Helene

There's nothing spooky about these Halloween restaurant freebies and deals including a free Krispy Kreme doughnut, free IHOP Scary Face Pancake and more!


Halloween 2024 freebies & deals

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The early voting period begins in North Carolina on Thursday, Oct. 17, and ends at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2.

2024 NC Election FAQ: Voting questions answered

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The "Music for the Mountains" concert took place Sunday at Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater, rallying support for the recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Thousands attend 'Music for the Mountains' Sunday; Hurricane Helene relief surpasses $1 million

'Music for the Mountains' in Raleigh 

The biggest threat for children on Halloween is being hit by a car. 



Trick-or-treat tips: Parents, kids, drivers can all take steps to make Halloween safe

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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 

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Alley is a 5-year-old calico who is looking for a forever family. To learn more about Alley or to meet her, contact Safe Haven for Cats at 919-872-7233.

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White House Christmas tree comes from NC farm

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McDonald's Quarter Pounders back on menus nationwide

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Multiple shootings disrupt NC Central University homecoming celebrations

Falls of Neuse Road closing Monday for several weeks for bridge repairs

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Dump truck takes out traffic lights on NC 55 in Cary near McCrimmon Parkway

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73-year-old woman killed in Clayton house fire

One man dead, another in critical condition after two shootings in Goldsboro Saturday night

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Daylight saving time ends this weekend. This is how to prepare for the potential health effects

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Here's what to watch in the final full week of the presidential campaign

Iranâs imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate hospitalized with severe health issues

McDonaldâs Quarter Pounder back on the menu after testing rules out beef patties as E. coli source

Biden calls out Musk over a published report that the Tesla CEO once worked in the US illegally

'Operation Save Christmas' underscores challenges for Christmas tree growers in western NC after Helene

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Foodie News: LaFarm Bakery expands, new Italian restaurants and brunch spot

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Old Crow Medicine Show founder talks music, hurricane relief and this weekend's big benefit show

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Steep Canyon Rangers is working to help those affected by Helene in western NC

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Fact check: No, a former military leader wasn't arrested in North Carolina amid Helene relief efforts

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Fact check: Grafstein says Lassiter 'repeatedly campaigned' for large school funding cuts

Fact check: Did Washington Republicans vote against FEMA funding?

Fact check: Did Harris stage NC photo op with supplies that weren't sent to Helene victims?

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

Two US House members seek to become North Carolina's attorney general

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'So much crazy': Why Obama says he's 'self-interested' in NC superintendent race 

Freedom Caucus chair says he was taken out of context on NC legislature deciding presidential electors

First lady Jill Biden, GOP VP nominee JD Vance visit NC

GOP VP nominee JD Vance speaks in Hoke County

Durham Public Schools face 30% school bus driver shortage

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Durham Public Schools trying to hire more bus drivers

Warrant: Man explains in police interview why he targeted NC State fraternity with gun

St. Augustine's and Shaw universities to provide economic updates to Raleigh City Council Tuesday

St. Augustine's, Shaw universities to meet with Raleigh City Council Tuesday

Rising tides: The impact of sea level rise on North Carolina's coast

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Real estate apps work to help homebuyers understand climate risks

Bonds for libraries, parks, housing could add hundreds of dollars to Cary homeowners' bills

1,700 fire safety violations: Wake County schools cited for failing to inspect fire alarms, sprinklers

Advocates call for laws to increase staffing, improve care at nursing homes

UNC football looks to start winning streak in road game against Florida State

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Manny Diaz returns to play Miami: Duke looks to bounce back against No. 5 Hurricanes

Hurley's return to Duke ends in an exhibition blowout loss -- but with plenty of love, too

Young struggles as Nix and Broncos shine in 28-14 loss at Denver 

Jarvis stars as the Hurricanes beat the Kraken 4-1 for their 3rd straight win

Statewide Boys Soccer Rankings: Myers Park now No. 1, South Point joins top 25

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Statewide Football Rankings: No changes to this week's HSOT Top 25

Championship preview: Predictions for NCHSAA girls golf teams and individual titles

HighSchoolOT's regional Top 15 rankings for football following week 10

NCISAA crowns 23 champions across multiple fall sports to kick off 2024 postseason

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explored what the proposed constitutional amendment means on 2024 North Carolina ballots.

In Depth with Dan: Making sense of the constitutional amendment on the NC ballot

As more companies adopt invasive employee surveillance tools, workers have a right to know how their personal information is being collected and used.

Agency outlines workers' rights when employers are monitoring them

Employees' right to know: Understanding employers' use of digital surveillance and privacy protections

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Cary police are investigating a targeted home break-in in the Windermere neighborhood, which they believe is part of a South American gang targeting wealthier homes in recent months.

What's the deal with Chilean organized crime rings?

Wake County voter Noelle Browne never misses an election. She was excited to cast her ballot Monday at a Wake County early voting site. But when she presented her photo identification and gave her name, an election worker told her she'd already voted by mail.

Wake County voter says election worker told her she had already voted. She hadn't.

Losing a home in a natural disaster once is traumatizing enough. Twice is something Josie Borg tells WRAL she's worried she and her family may not make it through.


'It financially annihilated us': Pregnant mother displaced for 2nd time after western NC floods

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5 On Your Side: Protect your home, affordable smoke alarms crucial for fire safety this October

5 On Your Side reveals the best and worst toothpastes for kids' dental health

5 On Your Side: Picking the most effective, safest toothpaste for your child 

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Monday at 6 on WRAL: WRAL investigates why some veterinarians face minor consequences for fatal errors!

Wake Schools safety violations uncovered in WRAL investigation sound alarms for student safety

Lawmakers could require more staff at nursing homes, but it would be costly

Abuse at Durham nursing home caught on camera: WRAL Investigates the conditions inside the facility

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Tom Snyder: When AI takes over, it will be in a different way than you think

Donald Thompson: Use consistency, clarity and compassion to build culture in times of chaos

Grace Ueng: The compounding power of small habits

Introducing the implementegist: A new title for a new model of hands-on leadership

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Researchers say an AI-powered transcription tool used in hospitals invents things no one ever said

Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricier

Spirit Airlines plans to cut jobs and sell some planes amid looming financial struggles

In a suburban Miami shopping center, Kmart's last 'Blue Light Specials' flicker

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Stress, shelter & safety: Hurricane Helene's effect on domestic violence victims in NC

CDC report shows sharp rise in child obesity

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