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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has launched an investigation into the disappearances and deaths of two adopted children in Cumberland County. 

Deven murders: NC health department will investigate how woman accused of killing adoptive children was allowed to adopt

<p>HIGH TEMPERATURES AND NO POWER. MICHELLE, THANKS. NEW TODAY, WRAL INVESTIGATES HAS CONFIRMED THE STATE IS INVESTIGATING HOW A WOMAN ACCUSED OF KILLING HER CHILDREN. &gt;&gt; WAS ALLOWED TO ADOPT THEM. AVANTE DEVEN IS ACCUSED OF MURDERING AND CONCEALING THE DEATHS OF BLAKE AND LONDON. DEVEN 2 OF HER 5 ADOPTED CHILDREN WR AS CHRIS LOVINGOOD JOINS US NOW WITH THAT STORY. CHRIS, WHAT ELSE DID YOU LEARN FOR ME? I ASKED THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES IF IT WOULD INVESTIGATE HOW AVANTE DEVEN SECURED ADOPTIONS AND BEEN COME. MCDOWELL AND MADISON COUNTIES IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA. &gt;&gt; A SPOKESPERSON SAID, QUOTE, YES, NCDHHS WILL PARTNER WITH ALL COUNTIES TO CONDUCT A THOROUGH ASSESSMENT OF DECISION-MAKING THAT LED TO SELECTION OF MS DEVON AS AN ADOPTIVE PARENT, UNQUOTE. I ALSO ASKED IF SECRETARY CODY KINSLEY WOULD SUPPORT A LARGE CHANGE TO REQUIRE ADSS AGENCY TO PERFORM CHECK INS WITH FAMILIES OF ADOPTIVE CHILDREN. POST ADOPTION ASKED THAT BECAUSE THE FORMER CASE WORKER FOR THE DEVON FAMILY TOLD WRAL EXCLUSIVELY SHE IS ADVOCATING FOR THIS. THE SPOKESPERSON DIDN'T ANSWER THAT DIRECTLY, BUT INSTEAD SAID IN SEE DHHS REVIEWS AND ASSESSES POLICIES TO MAKE SURE CHANGES HAPPEN WHEN NEEDED. ONE OTHER QUESTION THAT I ASKED IS WHETHER DEVON WAS STILL ACCEPTING ADOPTION SUPPORT MONEY FROM THE STATE WHEN BLAKE WENT MISSING, THAT NC. DHHS SPOKESPERSON SAID THAT THE AGENCY COULDN'T COMMENT ON A SPECIFIC CASE ABOUT A DEVON IS SLATED FOR A COURT APPEARANCE NEXT WEEK. BUT THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DA'S OFFICE</p>

NC investigates how woman accused of killing children was able to adopt

NC health department will investigate how woman accused of killing children was able to adopt

Warrants reveal disturing details of Blake and London's deaths 

Blind Raleigh woman wants apology, driver fired after Uber drop-off at wrong location

Blind Raleigh woman lists requests from Uber after ride gone wrong

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'Cold case crisis': Woman's disappearance 40 years ago unsolved but not forgotten

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Durham man used millions in COVID relief for mortgages, plastic surgery

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Police: Man stabbed outside Walmart in Wilson, girlfriend charged with murder

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Spreading 'the word' on the campaign trail

A long-time Raleigh resident was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for trafficking heroin after attempting to intimidate witnesses, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

One of Raleigh's 'major heroin distributors' sentenced to 40 years in federal prison, officials say

Man in jail, in handcuffs

Terry Clark Hughes Jr., who killed four officers in a police ambush in east Charlotte, was shot 12 times and had THC in his system when he was killed, WCNC Charlotte reports.

Man who killed 4 Charlotte officers was shot 12 times, had THC in his system, reports show

Terry Hughes, Jr. 

Democratic state elections officials previously shot down efforts by the Constitution Party, as well as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West, to get on the ballot. Officials have now approved the Constitution Party, but made no new decisions on the others.

Constitution Party approved for NC ballots as GOP pushes for RFK Jr., Cornel West to be added too

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A Raleigh wrestling coach charged in December was arrested again for child sex acts.



Raleigh wrestling coach arrested again, charged with sex assault of 13-year-old

Jared Lewis, 51, of Clayton

Word of Faith Fellowship in western North Carolina has faced scrutiny from prosecutors and anti-cult activists. Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor, is holding a fundraiser with church leaders.

Robinson to hold fundraiser with NC church previously investigated for slavery, child abuse

North Carolinaâs Race for Governor: Expensive, Closely Watched and Probably Tight

Fifth Third Bank is accused of opening fake accounts, charging customers $12.7 million dollars in illegal, worthless fees and even getting customers cars illegally repossessed. 


Fifth Third Bank opened fake accounts, got customer cars illegally repossessed, CFPB report says 

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The police department said it has been made aware of a group of people who are approaching homes in neighborhoods throughout the city, claiming to sell home security systems.

Police warn of 'suspicious' people claiming to sell home security systems in Dunn

Police warn of 'suspicious' group of people claiming to sell home security systems in Dunn

NEW YORK (AP) -- The U.S. government's auto safety agency is investigating a potential "loss of motive power" in more than 94,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles, after receiving complaints for cars outside the scope of an earlier recall involving an engine shutdown condition in the same SUV model.

NHTSA launches recall query into 94,000 Jeep Wranglers as loss of motive power complaints continue

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Wake County residents are experiencing significant increases in property taxes, with some seeing increases of hundreds or thousands of dollars per year.

Higher property tax bills become reality. Some in Wake will pay thousands more per year

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Federal health officials are investigating a possible death and dozens of illnesses tied to recalled "microdosing" candies laced with a chemical found in mushrooms and sold online and in vape shops nationwide.

Diamond Shruumz microdosing candies may be linked to a death and nearly 50 illnesses, FDA says

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We're in the middle of a sweltering summer in central North Carolina. Here are some places to cool off.


Stay safe in summer heat: Cooling stations offer relief from sweltering temps

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Donate money, order supplies from Amazon or simply drop them off to help Wake teachers stock their classrooms.

Give money, supplies to help stock Wake County classrooms

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A look at key dates on the 2024-2025 school calendar for traditional schools in and around the Triangle.

2024-2025 traditional school calendars for Wake, Durham, Orange, Cumberland and Johnston counties

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Sadfishing is when teens post online and fish for sympathy and attention. 

What parents need to know about the new teen trend sadfishing

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Franklin Street and part of the UNC campus will be featured in the upcoming season of the teen drama.

Photos: 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' shooting scenes in Chapel Hill

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WRAL News reported about the search in 1985 to find Sandra Ross, which was a year after she first went missing.

ARCHIVE: A year after Sandra Ross was first reported missing

ARCHIVE: 8 days after Sandra Ross went missing outisde Cary Village Mall

ARCHIVE: The day Sandra Ross went missing outside Cary Village Mall

NC Board of Elections to consider adding independent candidates to ballot

People voting in North Carolina

LeBron on Bronny: My greatest accomplishment

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Blood and platelet donors 'critically needed,' Red Cross says 

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New burrowing species of dinosaur unearthed by NC paleontologists 

'Only place on earth': 28-acre wonderland of rare plants hidden near Raleigh opens this weekend

Drought expected to continue through summer in North Carolina, NOAA'S Climate Prediction Center predicts

Fed's Powell highlights slowing job market in signal that rate cuts may be nearing

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Meta will now remove some posts attacking 'Zionists' as a form of hate speech

Target will stop accepting personal checks next week. Are the days of the payment method numbered?

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial begins with jury selection

Biden says he won't step aside. But if he does, here's why Harris is the favorite to replace him

The restaurant announced its final day of service is set for July 28.

Plates Kitchen to close Glenwood Avenue restaurant in downtown Raleigh

Plates Neighborhood Kitchen announced its final day of service is set for July 28.

Polar Ice Raleigh adding second ice rink as hockey interest soars

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Foodie News: New coffee shops, gourmet market planned for Raleigh's East End

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Dix Park sunflowers in full bloom. Here's what you need to know

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TV shoot closes some roads in Chapel Hill this week

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NC Museum of History makeover: What's changing, what's planned 

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

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What happens if Joe Biden or Donald Trump drop out?

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

'Cheap fake' videos of Biden, Trump take center stage of 2024 election

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

NC Innovation president testifies under oath to state lawmakers on group's finances, oversight

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New law provides $67.5 million to keep child care centers open

Cooper approves child care funding, teacher pay bills, vetoes court docs measure

Judge rejects Blue Cross's claim that NC unfairly picked Aetna to manage health plan

Sports bettors in North Carolina wager nearly $400 million in June, a new low in the state

Department of Education and Brown University reach agreement on antidiscrimination efforts

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Is college worth it? Poll finds only 36% of Americans have confidence in higher education

Wake year-round schools start Monday with new safety measures in place

Wake year-round schools start Monday with new system for anonymous reporting, bus delay alerts

NCDOT continues to pay millions to company it found discriminated against minority-owned subcontractor

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'Warehouses of neglect:' US Senate report highlights allegations of neglect, abuse at Holly Hill Hospital's parent company

FDA approves drug shown to slow effects of Alzheimer's disease

'He needs to step up': Some top NC Democrats raise concerns over Biden

Wake County teacher arrested following WRAL investigation into letters alleging abuse

Hurricanes hire president with deep ties to franchise to run business operations

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Cooper Flagg takes advantage of his opportunity to play against U.S. Olympic team

Keegan Bradley appointed US Ryder Cup captain after Tiger Woods turns down the job

UConn, coach Dan Hurley agree to 6-year, $50 million deal a month after he spurned offer from Lakers

Courage explodes in second half, take down Louisville FC 3-1

116 head coaches preview the 2024 high school football season in North Carolina

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Middle Creek WR Braylon Stewart will attend Furman

Trask 3-star DE Sherrod Henderson commits to Virginia Tech

Cleveland QB Jackson Byrd will play at East Tennessee State

High Point Christian's Gavin Harris commits to Bowling Green

WRAL Investigates why the state hasn't taken action after millions of tax dollars went to a company accused of racism. Plus, what an employee is sharing about his experience.

Millions of tax dollars going to a company accused of racism. WRAL Investigates why the state still hasn't taken action

On WRAL at 6: Millions of tax dollars going to a company accused of racism. WRAL Investigates why the state still hasn't taken action

WRAL anchor/reporter looks at the growing popularity of cricket.

In Depth with Dan: Is cricket the next big thing in NC?

The U.S. Senate has raised concerns about the care provided to children at facilities owned by Universal Health Services. The company owns Holly Hill Hospital.

US Senate issues scathing report on mental health companies, including Holly Hill Hospital's owner

Multiple North Carolina Democratic members of Congress are also now weighing in on President Joe Biden and what he needs to do if he plans to keep running for reelection.

NC Democrats divided over Joe Biden's presidential candidacy

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Understaffing, inexperienced employees, underreported escapes, worries about patient safety-- all concerns from two former high-ranking employees of Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh.

Former Holly Hill Hospital executives raise concerns about mental health facility

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The House and Senate adjourned without pouring more money into a private school voucher program -- a move that could affect 54,000 students. The chambers had hoped to approve more than $460 million in additional funds.

Expansion of NC private school vouchers stalled

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Consumer reports top July buys 

Ford recalls more than 30,000 Mustangs for steering issue

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Woman found dead on Creedmoor Road, Raleigh police investigating 

Former Holly Hill employees share concerns about patient safety, citing escapes and understaffing

Copy of Warrants: Gang leader indicted on federal charges, linked to Raleigh crimes dating back to 2019

Wake County teacher arrested after WRAL investigation, charged with assaulting students

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1 of 100: Enloe teen selected for prestigious MIT program

Bayer buys more green tech from Durhamâs Pairwise

Raleigh e-commerce tech company acquired by Intuit Mailchimp

TruLab relocates to RTP, plans to hire 100 over two years

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Stock market today: Wall Street wavers following congressional testimony from Powell

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Judge who nixed Musk's pay package hears arguments on massive fee request from plaintiff lawyers

Medical school is now free for most students at this top university after a $1 billion donation

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