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A strong cold front arrives on Thursday, and Thanksgiving will be a WRAL Weather Alert Day.

WRAL Weather Alert Day for Thanksgiving: Morning showers and storm threats in the afternoon

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Man shot and killed Thanksgiving morning in front yard of Zebulon home, family says

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What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Grocery and retail hours for 2024

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off a century after its first trip through Manhattan

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Man killed in 2nd shooting in less than 5 hours in Durham's McDougald Terrace neighborhood

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Police negotiate release of hostages after man barricades himself inside Fayetteville home

Fayetteville police respond to barricade situation on Spinel Drive, area closed to traffic

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Legislative leaders dish out holiday left overs

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Legislative leaders dish out holiday leftovers

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Clayton police are on the hunt for a suspect involved in an early morning robbery at a Walgreens on US HWY 70 BUS West.

Clayton police looking for suspect in Walgreens robbery, over 1,000 medications stolen 

A Durham man is facing new federal charges for cyberstalking and threats against five people, including a Raleigh city councilmember.


Durham man charged with threatening Raleigh councilmember, other gay men

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Hoping to avoid hours of cooking and piles of dishes on Thanksgiving Day? Check out this list of restaurants that will be open on Thursday, November 28! 



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Fayetteville police are actively investigating a tragic motorcycle accident that claimed a life on Wednesday night at the intersection of Raeford Road and Strickland Bridge Road.

Deadly motorcycle crash at Raeford and Strickland Bridge Roads under investigation

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The Garner Police Department said the shooting happened on Isner Lane, where officers found a 44-year-old man who had been shot.

Woman charged with murder after man shot at Garner apartment complex

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Mayor-elect Janet Cowell is preparing to hit the ground running after she is sworn in as Raleigh's mayor on December 2nd.

Raleigh's Mayor-elect Janet Cowell talks affordable housing with Gov-Elect Stein, other stakeholders

Crews rescued a manatee last week from the Tar River in Pitt County, marking the first live rescue of a manatee in the state. The 855-pound manatee is doing well and eating on her own, according to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Manatee recovering after rescue from chilly Tar River in NC

Crews rescued a manatee last week from the Tar River in Pitt County. Photo courtesy of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

A recount that was supposed to have been done Wednesday is now delayed until next week. But even once that's done, separate legal challenges could continue to delay the official results in the 2024 NC Supreme Court election between Allison Riggs and Jefferson Griffin.

NC Supreme Court results won't be known until December. Recount and legal challenges causing delays

2024 NC Supreme Court candidates Jefferson Griffin and Allison Riggs

Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams expressed his concerns about a provision in a Hurricane Helene relief bill that could limit the city's power in zoning decisions.

Durham mayor warns state law proposal would take power away from local leaders

Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams said Senate Bill 382 would set a precedent by taking away a city's zoning powers.

Saint Augustine's University has entered into a lease agreement with Florida-based 50 Plus 1 Sports, expected to bring $70 million in revenue, helping the school address financial struggles and existing debt.

Saint Augustine's University announces deal to lease land for $70 million, partners with sports firm

Saint Augustine's University filing lawsuit after accreditation terminated

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Ellen Shumaker, a food safety expert at North Carolina State University, explains your refrigerator is one of the most important tools in avoiding the unwanted party guest: harmful bacteria.


Keep your Thanksgiving safe: Expert tips to prevent foodborne illness at home

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"I think when we look at this problem as a whole, especially in North Carolina, we're talking about a very systemic issue here," said Amber Smith, director at Second Chance Ranch Rescue and Sanctuary. "A lot of policy changes are in need to really get this problem under control."

Owner who surrendered nearly 50 animals highlights need for policy changes in North Carolina, rescue group says

Owner surrenders 50 animals to NC rescue group

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Check out the list of store hours updated for 2024 in case you need to do some last minute shopping.



Buncombe County went from having the best unemployment rate in the state to the worst after Helene ravaged western North Carolina.

Helene impact: Buncombe County drops from lowest unemployment rate in NC to highest

Chimney Rock business district washed away by Hurricane Helene

Four central North Carolina organizations will perform in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

NC performers ready to shine at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC

Four central North Carolina organizations will perform in Thursday's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. 

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The 98th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off later this morning with the bands, floats, and lovable character balloons. 

Spiderman, Minnie Mouse & Dan and Shay: Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade gets ready to kick off

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade gets ready to kick off

55-year-old man shot, killed in Zebulon

Volunteers prepare Thanksgiving meals at the Durham Rescue Mission 

Beware of multiple Thanksgiving foods amid mass recalls

Record-breaking numbers of travelers expected this Thanksgiving 

Man accused of stealing 1,000+ doses of prescription medication from Clayton Walgreens 

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Live updates: See road conditions across NC before you hit the road this Thanksgiving

No. 12 North Carolina falls to Michigan State in overtime at Maui Invitational

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Life-saving opioid treatments lacking in most North Carolina residential facilities

Latest 'massive' Russian aerial attack cuts power to 1 million homes in Ukraine

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'It's a bird! It's a plane!' In Alaska, it's both, with a pilot tossing turkeys to rural homes

China releases 3 Americans it imprisoned for years, and Beijing says US returned 4 people to China

'AI Jesus' avatar tests man's faith in machines and the divine

Trump claims a win on immigration after a call with Mexico's president. But she suggests no change

Don't miss an annual holiday shopping event at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Christmas lights this weekend!



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Dreamville Fest 2025: Dates announced for April festival in Raleigh

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Fact check: No, ballots counted after Election Day don't mean elections were stolen

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Fact check: Pelosi says fewer migrants came in under Biden than Trump

Fact check: Are humans better at counting ballots than machines?

Fact check: No, Elon Musk's Starlink wasn't used to rig the 2024 presidential election for Trump

Fact check: Do North Carolina officials 'keep' children of Helene victims who can't find shelter?

Local leaders push back on proposed zoning rules in Helene relief bill

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NC Supreme Court race recount still underway

NC Election Board certifies 2024 results, except for a few key races

North Carolina election board certifies 2024 results, except for a few key races

Gov. Cooper calls Helene relief bill 'a sham' in veto statement

NC tutoring program on hold after lawsuit filed over curriculum

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NC school districts working to replace tutoring curriculum upended by lawsuit

$3M shortfall: Rising food costs put Wake schools budget in the hole

Wake schools reassignment plan unanimously approved by school board

Durham officer injured while helping student in crisis at Riverside High

AI can produce weather forecasts quickly but faces challenges

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El Centro Hispano launches 'Know Your Rights' workshops amid Trump's deportation plans

Why Hurricanes' redevelopment is the jumpstart west Raleigh has been waiting for

UNC student cloned key fobs to gain access to prohibited spaces on campus, police say

Caught on camera: Deed fraud suspect shows up at Wake Co. Register of Deeds again

Kotkaniemi and Blake score in 3rd period as Hurricanes rally to beat Rangers 4-3

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UNC AD explains decision to fire Brown, timeline for hiring next football coach

No. 13 Duke women outlast No. 8 Oklahoma 109-99 in overtime to win Ball Dawgs Classic

Williams scores 24, Morrow has double-double and No. 7 LSU women top No. 20 N.C. State 82-65

Daniel Jones is signing with the Vikings after his release from the Giants, AP source says

No. 15 Greensboro Day shows off depth, familiar playing style in rout

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New-look Forsyth Country Day cruises in showcase game with Wayne Country Day

The Starting 22: Best players from Round 2 of the football playoffs

NC Coaches Association releases rosters for the 2024 East-West All-Star Football Game

Broughton defeats Green Hope, wins coaching battle between former N.C. State teammates

With plans to use the military for deportations, President-elect Trump's proposal has sparked fear, particularly among mixed-status families in North Carolina, where 68% of undocumented immigrants are employed. 

NC nonprofit launches 'Know Your Rights' workshops amid Trump's deportation plans

NC impact of Trump's mass deportation plan

Artificial intelligence can help forecast the weather. But can it understand North Carolina's weather patterns that our team has studied over decades? 

AI can make weather forecasts faster, but it has limitations

On WRAL at 6: AI assisted weather forecasting?

The original organizer of the state's Moral Monday protests a decade ago says it's time to bring them back to protest a bill he says is a power grab disguised as a disaster relief measure. State lawmakers approved the measure last week, but Gov. Roy Cooper is expected to veto it.

Moral Monday protests to return to NC legislature in December

Moral Monday protests returning soon to NC legislature, Rev. William Barber says 

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Roger "Chip" Hawley was sworn in on Wednesday as the new director of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.

New NC SBI director speaks with WRAL in first interview on the job

CNN wants a court to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson that attacks its report that he made explicit posts on a pornography website's message board. The network says Robinson presented no evidence that the network believed its story was false or aired it recklessly.

CNN wants the North Carolina lieutenant governor's defamation lawsuit against it thrown out

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Preparing for all those holiday leftovers 

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Lifesaving medication out of reach. WRAL Investigates how facilities can deny care and collect your tax dollars.

Grieving mother says simple fix could have saved daughters' lives in tractor-trailer crash

Man pleads guilty for stealing Covid relief funds

 WRAL Investigates why a lifesaving device isn't required for trucks in NC

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Grace Ueng: Gratitude, goals and a free gift

Mike Walden: Will Trump bring lower prices?

Tom Snyder: New businesses create new jobs. Entrepreneurship key to NC economic growth

AI boom helps Bristles app flourish

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Trump's latest tariff plan aims at multiple countries. What does it mean for the US?

How to keep a full fridge for the holidays

Eggs are available -- but pricier -- as the holiday baking season begins

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Go Ask Dad: Thankful for the cringe

Photos: 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade

Dementia care: Music evoked moments

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Amazon Black Friday is LIVE NOW: Advent calendars up to 75% off, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 only $159.99 (52% off), Buy 2 Get 1 Free Books, DVDs and Movies, Barbie Playsets for $10 (57% off)

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