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A garbage truck fire on Wednesday closed a section of road near Spring Forest Road in Raleigh.


Caught on cam: Garbage truck fire blocks Spring Forest Road in Raleigh

Fire response blocks Spring Forest Road in Raleigh

Caught on cam: Flames on Spring Forest Road in Raleigh

NC lawmakers, students emphasize benefits of DEI policies ahead of vote to defund them

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Video: NC woman jumps off bridge after high-speed chase ends in crash near Miami

NC woman jumps into lake to evade authorities

Hot, dry Wednesday on tap; late-day storms in the holiday weekend forecast 

Severe risk for Thursday, May 22

Person killed in 3-vehicle crash with UPS truck in Raleigh

Three-vehicle crash involving UPS truck shuts down part of E. Millbrook Road

Giant oak tree comes down in downtown Raleigh's Nash Square, closing Martin Street

Giant tree comes down in Nash Square

Moms for Liberty to spend over $3 million targeting NC and other presidential swing state voters

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Sky 5 flies over water rescue in Raleigh

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 -- These agencies don't provide substantive reproductive healthcare or clinical services.  Usually, they legally cannot provide those services because these 'crisis pregnancy centers" are unlicensed, largely unregulated and routinely do not employ licensed medical professionals.

COLUMN: Unregulated, unaccountable 'crisis pregnancy centers' get millions in state tax dollars

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North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor, has decried elements of government assistance for the poor. But his political rise wouldn't have been possible without it.

GOP candidate for NC governor blasts public spending as his family nonprofit rakes in taxpayer funds

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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- On paper, Vince Gilmer was granted freedom more than two years ago. Later this week, he may actually leave prison.

Former NC doctor serving life for murder may soon be free after a conditional pardon and 2-year wait

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Police are searching for the shooter after a man was killed Tuesday night in Durham.



Man shot, killed in front of Durham tobacco shop 

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Millions of people in the U.S. report using marijuana daily or nearly every day, according to an analysis of national survey data, and those people now outnumber those who say they are daily or nearly-daily drinkers of alcohol.

Daily marijuana use outpaces daily drinking in the US, a new study says

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DETROIT (AP) â Cars, trucks and SUVs in the U.S. keep getting older, hitting a record average age of 12.6 years in 2024 as people hang on to their vehicles largely because new ones cost so much.

Average US vehicle age hits record 12.6 years as high prices force people to keep them longer

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A search warrant from a Garner home shows links between deadly fentanyl distributed in Raleigh and phone calls to Mexico.

Evidence links Garner man to Mexican cartel, fentanyl ring

According to the Chatham County Sheriff's Office, deputies used "all less-than-lethal options" available and captured three of the four dogs. After deputies tried to capture the fourth dog on multiple occasions, a deputy shot and killed the dog.

Woman charged after Chatham Co. deputies say her four dogs attacked three people

Chatham County deputies captured three dogs and killed another after they say the dogs attacked three people Monday. Photos courtesy of the Chatham County Sheriff's Office.

The Charlotte Hornets and All-Star LaMelo Ball have been sued by a woman who says he struck her son with his car outside the Spectrum Center in October 2023.

Charlotte Hornets player hits little boy with car after he asks for autograph, mother says

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The Republican National Committee headquarters in Washington, DC, was briefly placed on lockdown Wednesday morning after a suspicious package was discovered.

RNC headquarters lockdown: Package contained blood, Bible

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There are a number of impressive Memorial Day deals this week including discounts for military members, restaurant offers, gift card bonuses, retail sales and more!

Memorial Day Deals 2024: Military discounts, gift card bonuses, restaurant & retail offers

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May 21 is International Tea Day, as declared by the United Nations. In honor of it, Tar Heel Traveler went to Chowan County with the story of the Edenton Tea Party.

Tar Heel Traveler: Edenton Tea Party

Read on for your guide to a May full of fun, which includes the Got to Be NC Festival, The Lion King at DPAC, outdoor markets, strawberries, a dessert festival and more! 


75+ things to do in May

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A biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission shares ways you can safely deal with snakes around your yard this summer.

How to deal with snakes in your yard safely, sanely and humanely

Experts: How to keep snakes out of your yard

Fare Game, the newest addition to downtown Clayton's nightlife scene, is serving up pizza, cocktails, beer, wine and arcade games.

Barcade opens in downtown Clayton with pizza, pinball and more

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Having a hurricane survival kit prepared can help you and your family stay safe and comfortable if a hurricane hits.

Hurricane survival kit: How to keep your family safe when a hurricane hits

Hurricane Florence was one of the worst hurricanes in NC history.

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Residents are concerned about a dolphin stuck for days in small South Jersey creek.


Dolphin stuck in small creek in New Jersey

Deadly, tornado-spawning storm hits 20 states

Deer accident leaves 10-year-old with fractured skull

Family says LaMelo Ball ran over son's foot

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Sky 5 flies over serious crash that shut down E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh

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Harnett County high schooler awarded more than $3 million in scholarships

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Lead in soil at Durham parks: Proposed city budget calls for a fix

6 spraygrounds, local pools now open for the season

NC Congressman to undergo surgery for tumor in skull, believed to be benign

Tips for surviving a day with your small children at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro 

Disgruntled worker fatally shoots 2, wounds 3 at linen company near Philadelphia

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Families of Uvalde school shooting victims are suing Texas state police over botched response

New cars in California could alert drivers for breaking the speed limit

Authorities still conducting search, rescue after tornado slams Iowa; at least 1 dead

Biden administration canceling student loans for another 160,000 borrowers

Videri Chocolate Factory, based on Raleigh, is a nominee for the Best Independent Chocolate Shop in the country.

Videri is nominated for best chocolate shop in the country

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Track prices, plan stops: Many use Google to start their summer travel

Eleuthera Offers a Rugged, Out-Island Experience That Lingers

'The Voice' finale tonight features NC artist Josh Sanders

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BimbÃ© headliner Monica says she wasn't booked. Durham city leaders begin investigation

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

Jo Koy to bring comedy tour to Raleigh

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Fact check: Trump says Biden wants to stop 'all aid' to Israel

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Fact check: Biden says China has more retirees than workers

Fact check: Trump says immigrants will 'destroy' Social Security

Fact check: Biden says Trump wants to monitor women's pregnancies

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

NC website offers tips, tools for climate resilience

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New website offers one-stop shop for NC climate change resources

NC House Republicans won't sign off on mask ban proposal

Changes to state pension plan, 401(k) rules advance in NC legislature

Autopsy results could be withheld from families under proposed NC bill

Spilling the tea on solitary confinement and mental health

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Lawmakers speak about diversity policies ahead of vote to defund them

Reaction pours in after woman accuses Warren Co. school of restraining her son with autism

Dozens of Wake County educators rally for better pay, classrooms as county leaders discuss budget

Wake schools approves plan for preventing overdose deaths with naloxone

5 On Your Side: An anonymous letter accused a Wake teacher of abuse. What happened after a mom pushed for an investigation

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North Carolina grapples with growing nursing shortage

Divisive or beneficial? Questions linger as UNC system looks to cut diversity programs

Expect more bear sightings until August, wildlife experts say

How Red Lobster's misguided endless shrimp promotion drove it into bankruptcy

Carolina Panthers unveil plans, renderings of proposed Charlotte practice facility near Bank of America Stadium

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Report: 5 a.m. workouts help DJ Burns lose 45 pounds since NC State's Final Four run

NC State, Duke to meet for spot in ACC baseball semifinals

ACC votes to accept settlements in antitrust lawsuits against NCAA

Ricky Rudd, Carl Edwards headline NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2025

South Central baseball breaks NCHSAA record with three grand slams in a single game; takes 1-0 3A East lead on Terry Sanford

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Martin County to officially consolidate Riverside & South Creek High Schools

Wake Forest continues magical run with big seventh inning at Garner

(2) Whiteville hands (1) Greene Central first loss of season in opening game of 2A east series

Lakewood hires a former Division I offensive coordinator to lead its football team

Your car insurance is going up - and it's not inflation! WRAL's 5 On Your Side looks into how much it could rise and the new North Carolina law that set it off.

Car insurance rates enter the fast lane for NC drivers

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The ALE reached out to WRAL Investigates wanting to speak about their concerns regarding the prevalence of underage drinking and driving, and its devastating consequences.

ALE hopes for more resources after deadly crashes involving underage drinking

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The housing market is beginning to cool a bit nationwide, but data shows homes in the Triangle sit above what the going rate is for most in the region.

Median home values in Wake County $100,000 higher than median sale price in South

Raleigh homes selling for about $100,000 more than entire South region, data shows

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The struggles are reflective of a national trend of resegregation, complicated by ongoing housing segregation and a changing education landscape.

Study highlights segregation impacting NC schools 70 years after Brown v. Board

NC schools are struggling with segregation 70 years after Brown v. Board, new research shows

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Pedigree recalls some hard dog food

Recall: Pedigree dog food sold at Walmart may contain metal pieces

 Abuse allegations inside a classroom. Anonymous letter warned a mother to take action.

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for China Wok, Hibachi Sushi and Outback Steakhouse

WRAL Investigates: Stopping underage drinking & driving by finding the source

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

Police chases in NC have more than doubled since 2019. 24 people were killed in pursuits in 2022

Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

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Learning how to use AI could boost your pay by 25%, study finds

AI and marketing: Learn from Triangle leaders at annual event

Raleigh ranks No. 2 in best performing cities list, No. 5 for quality of life

U.S. surpasses clean energy milestone of 5 million solar installations

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'Sheer terror': Passengers describe turbulence-hit flight that put 20 in intensive care

Using AI, Mastercard expects to find compromised cards quicker, before they get used by criminals

'Silicon Valley Princess': Inside the Life of Nicole Shanahan, RFK Jr.'s Running Mate

U.S. existing home sales drop 1.9% in April, pushed lower by high rates and high prices

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Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

Triplets reunite with NICU nurses 18 years later

More companies offer on-site child care. Parents love the convenience, but is it a long-term fix?

Go Ask Dad: Magic broods 

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Top Amazon deals: Collapsible Camping Chair with 4-can cooler only $21.52, Amazon Essentials Men's Swim Trunks only $5.60 (69% off), Blink & Ring cameras and doorbells up to 50% off

Walmart Deals: Hanes Men's ComfortSoft T-Shirt 3-Pk only $10.98, Digital Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor only $16, Garage 4-Shelf Unit only $39.99 (reg. $109.99)

New Swagbucks Swago game May 20-27

Starbucks reward members score 50% off a drink every Friday in May from 12-6 pm

Tar Heel Traveler: Clayton Piano Festival

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