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Thursday is our fourth WRAL Weather Alert Day in a row due to an ongoing flood risk, with flood watches in effect across North Carolina.


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WAD: Flood watch in effect Wednesday through Thursday

Five people killed, tractor-trailer driver arrested after fiery crash on I-95 in Wilson County

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Police chase ends after car crashes into Wake Forest home, authorities say

Chase ends with car crashing into home in Wake Forest

Nearly 2,000 NCDMV appointments canceled during global IT outage last week

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Body camera video focused national attention on an Illinois deputy's fatal shooting of Sonya Massey

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Duke hospital employee arrested, charged with sexually exploiting a minor

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Prisoners fight against working in heat on former slave plantation, raising hope for change in South

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Thursday, July 25, 2024 -- Users on X, Truth Social, Rumble and Gab have benefited from a series of major events to spread baseless falsehoods as their followers and engagement skyrocket.

COLUMN: Volatile election intensifies conspiracy theories online

Biden Plans to Address the Nation on Wednesday Night

While Renee hopes police will help identify the two men responsible, she'll never forget the feeling of helplessness she had in trying to get home to protect her kids. 

'Mama bear's coming': Raleigh mom on alert after break-in attempt with kids inside

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Two of North Carolina's public universities will be allowed to eliminate more than a dozen degree programs ranging from ancient Mediterranean studies to physics after the university system's governing board voted Wednesday to authorize the cuts.

Two North Carolina public universities may see academic degree cuts soon after board vote

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MIAMI (AP) â In a WhatsApp chat that quickly devolved into depravity, a group of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents boasted about their âworld debauchery tourâ of âboozing and whoringâ on the governmentâs dime. They swapped lurid images of their latest sexual conquests. And at one point they even joked about âforcible anal rape.â

Secret DEA files show agents joked about rape in a WhatsApp chat. Then one of them was accused of it

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A Cary woman has pleaded guilty in the deaths of her two toddlers after leaving them in a hot car while she gambled.



Cary mom pleads guilty to second-degree murder in daughters' hot car deaths

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Southwest Airlines plans to drop its tradition of more than 50 years and start assigning seats and selling premium seating for customers who want more legroom.

Southwest breaks with 50-year tradition and will assign seats; profit falls at Southwest, American

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An Army officer stationed at Fort Liberty used his position to steal and resell military equipment and pocket the proceeds, amounting to almost $2 million.

Fort Liberty officer stole, sold weapons, other military equipment worth $1.8 million

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Joe Biden on Wednesday delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country's democracy as he laid out in an Oval Office address his decision to drop his bid for reelection and throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.

Biden delivers solemn call to defend democracy as he lays out his reasons for quitting race

Joe Biden spoke Thursday, July 24, 2024, from the Oval Office to discuss his decision to drop out of the presidential race.

Moore County deputies arrested Thomas Hayes and Jeremy Brewer following a trespassing incident at a vacant home in Robbins.

Two men arrested after man shoots out tires of car, holds trespasser at gunpoint in Moore County

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GREEN MOUNTAIN, N.C. (AP) -- A man seriously wounded three North Carolina workers who were clearing trees for a power company before he was injured during his arrest Wednesday, authorities said.

3 North Carolina tree workers shot and suspect injured during arrest by deputies, officials say

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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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Paris, site of the 2024 Summer Olympics, is six hours ahead of the East Coast (EDT). Much of each day's competition at the Paris Games will take place in the afternoon and evening.

Plan your viewing: Paris Olympics on NBC, Peacock, TV and digital

How to watch diving at the Paris Olympics: TV and stream schedule

PARIS (AP) -- Paris has long been a city of dreamers: Just look at the Eiffel Tower, for decades the world's loftiest structure. Audacity also underpins the French capital's plans for its first Olympic Games in a century, which open Friday with an opening ceremony for the ages.

With big goals and gambles, Paris aims to reset the Olympics with audacious Games and a wow opening

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DETROIT (AP) â BMW is recalling more than 291,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the interior cargo rails can detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

BMW recalls over 291,000 SUVs because interior cargo rails can detach in crash, raising injury risk

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If your flight is canceled, you have rights. 5 On Your Side breaks down how newly-established passenger protections affect travelers.



5 On Your Side: Delayed or canceled flight? Know your rights as a passenger 

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Circumhorizontal arcs will form some times in the summer due to refraction off ice crystals in high-level clouds.

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The wait is almost over -- the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris is Friday, and final preparations are happening for that dramatic ceremony on the River Seine.

Behind the scenes: NBC's coverage of the Paris Olympic games

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Serious crash shuts down Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh

Man shot while trying to stop car break-ins in Hillsborough neighborhood

Former President Trump holds first campaign rally since Biden decision to end campaign

Biden says 'It's time to pass the torch' in address to the nation

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Truck crashes Wednesday on Lake Wheeler Road

Motorcycle crash sends one person to the hospital

WakeMed Violence Recovery Program helps heal bodies, minds communities

Police: 2 shot at while trying to stop car break-ins at Hillsborough apartment complex

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Uvalde school police officer pleads not guilty to charges stemming from actions during 2022 shooting

US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate

Netanyahu will meet with Biden and Harris at a crucial moment for the US and Israel

Global shares tumble after a wipeout on Wall Street as Big Tech retreats

This weekend, there are a lot of options for fun, including a pop culture fan convention and some monster trucks.



Weekend best bets: GalaxyCon, Monster Jam

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Boating, biking, bird-watching: 10 Lakes near Raleigh for a day by the water

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'You can't do it on your own': NC State meteorology grad brings plush business to GalaxyCon

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5 best indoor play spaces for small children in the Triangle

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Bynum Front Porch: Old country store on the Haw River keeps NC traditions alive

Bynum Front Porch was originally the general store for the small mill town of Bynum.

321 Coffee to close its downtown Durham location

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With Biden out, how will Democrats choose a 2024 presidential nominee?

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

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?

In Depth with Dan: Examining Project 2025's big theme

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State report details allegations of errors, mismanagement at nonprofit run by wife of NC lieutenant governor

History of VP picks: Do they tend to win their home states in presidential elections

Donald Trump speaks in Charlotte, his first rally since Joe Biden dropped out of 2024 race

Trump paints Harris as an 'ultra liberal' radical in first rally since Biden's exit

'Older, deactivated grenade' brought to elementary school in Wake County, everyone safe

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Wake County superintendent discusses student abuse incident handling, timelines for parents

Saint Augustine's reinstated as accredited institution, work remains on path to compliance

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

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announces retirement

Harris' team considers VP candidates: Cooper among them

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Parents call for Wake principal's resignation after alleged abuse went unreported for 19 months

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

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

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

NC State's Julius Hodge named head coach at Lincoln University 

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How to watch the U.S. women's soccer team at the Paris Olympics: Tournament kicks off Thursday

Gold and silver medal sailors practice together ahead of Paris Games

Panthers, Canales break a sweat on first day of training camp

Duke's Diaz, BC's O'Brien make quick push to connect with players after taking new jobs

Here are the 2023-2024 elite & spirit award winners for HSOT Honors

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Here are the 2023-2024 spring sports winners for HSOT Honors

The 2024 HighSchoolOT All-State Softball Team

The 2024 HighSchoolOT All-State Baseball Team

NCHSAA participation rises in almost every sport, surpasses 200,000 total student-athletes

In all, WRAL 5 On Your Side helped a family recover $1,169. It came after the family's Delta flight got canceled.

5 On Your Side gets family more than $1,000 refund for canceled Delta flight

Of the 22 major-party presidential tickets in elections since 1980, only five lost the vice-presidential candidate's home state.

Does a vice presidential candidate's home state matter in an election?

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The Democratic-majority NC State Board of Elections said its decision to deny Cornel West's Justice For All Party was based on legal concerns. Republicans say it's really just about politics, and GOP lawmakers sought sworn testimony on what happened.

NC lawmakers accuse Board of Elections of playing politics

Kamala Harris' campaign team has requested vetting materials for several politicians across the country, NBC News reports. It includes North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper.

Historian explains process of picking a VP, Gov. Cooper vetting material requested

Consumer Reports advises homeowners to take precautions against extreme weather during the summer, including inspecting plumbing, roofing, and air conditioning systems.

How summer storms and heat can damage your home

Consumer Reports advises homeowners to take precautions against extreme weather during the summer.

Severe weather like high heat and summer storms can damage your home

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Delta under investigation for potential passenger protection violations

Delta passengers at RDU face travel chaos fifth-straight day

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WRAL Investigates allegations of abuse inside a classroom

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

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

People push for accountability at Holly Hill Hospital

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$865M titanium plant, 300 jobs lured to Fayetteville with taxpayer aid

New Amazon facility opens in Fayetteville

Veterinary equipment maker plans to hire 275 people in Wilson at new $147M plant

Donald Thompson: Strong relationships power high-performing multigenerational teams

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Stock market today: Asian shares dive after a wipeout on Wall Street as Big Tech skids

Visa's fiscal third-quarter profits rise 9% as payments become increasingly digital

Tesla's 2Q profit falls 45% to $1.48 billion as sales drop despite price cuts and low-interest loans

Google's corporate parent still prospering amid shift injecting more AI technology in search

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