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Attorney Jason Miller said the family of Hailey Brooks has reached resolutions with C.C. & Co., D and L Floats and Landen Glass. 

Family of Hailey Brooks reaches settlement with driver that hit, killed girl during Raleigh Christmas Parade

ERIE TODAY AT 10 ON FOX, 50. >> BREAKING IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER AND THE FAMILY OF THE GIRL WHO WAS KILLED IN THE RALEIGH CHRISTMAS PARADE HAS REACHED A SETTLEMENT WITH THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK WHO HIT OR A FLOP. SO WE HAVE REACHED OUT TO THE ATTORNEY REPRESENTING THE FAMILY OF HAILEY BROOKS. HE'S NOT DISCLOSING THE TERMS OF ANY SETTLEMENTS BUT EMPHASIZED THERE'S NO RESOLUTION THAT CAN BRING HAYLEE BOOK BACK LANDING LAST. THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK WAS CHARGED IN HIS ROLE IN HALEY'S DEATH WITH RECKLESS DRIVING TO ENDANGER FAILURE, TO REDUCE

Memorial grows for 11-year-old girl killed in Raleigh Christmas Parade

Family of Hailey Brooks settles with driver of truck

11-year-old Hailey Brooks died after getting hit by a pickup truck during the 2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade.

Lee County family fighting to find missing teacher swept up in floodwaters from Helene

Family remains hopeful but fears the worst in search missing woman in Avery County

Man hikes 11 miles, 2,200 feet high to reach his parents in NC mountains following Helene's destruction

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'I couldn't watch her die': Wake County man jumps into river to rescue woman in Ashe County

Wake County man risks life to rescue woman from floodwaters 

Wakelon Elementary School in Zebulon dismisses students early due to no air conditioning. 

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Helene's death toll climbs to 40 in NC, I-40 East in Buncombe County reopens 

I-40 closure in western North Carolina

Cloudy with fog Tuesday, drying out later in the week

Weather impacts Tuesday

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Buncombe County officials give update on Helene recovery efforts

(CNN) -- The White House on Tuesday said the US believes Iran is preparing an imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel.

White House believes Iran is preparing imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel

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Destruction in Biltmore Village, a popular tourist attraction just outside the famous Biltmore mansion, is widespread. 



Biltmore flooding: Estate closed, Biltmore Village owners return to survey damage

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WASHINGTON (AP) â Tim Walz and JD Vance will meet for their first and possibly only vice presidential debate Tuesday, in what could be the last debate for both campaigns to argue their case before the election.

Walz and Vance will meet in their first and possibly only vice presidential debate

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The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

Hurricane season 2024: Tropics are busy, but no current threat to NC 

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PHILADELPHIA (AP) â Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas began walking picket lines early Tuesday in a strike over wages and automation that could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods if it goes on more than a few weeks.

Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas go on strike, a standoff risking new shortages

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Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers told WRAL News the western North Carolina town is experiencing "an apocalyptic disaster" as residents fight to recover from Helene.

Helene an 'apocalyptic disaster' for NC town of Canton, mayor says 

Officials release identities of 2 who died in Haywood County floods; 7 still missing

Two young children were hospitalized after emergency responders were called to the home for a cardiac arrest and fire, which was later upgraded to a code blue, according to the Raleigh Fire Department.

Witnesses describe heart-wrenching moments as 2 young children die following Raleigh fire

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) â Desperate residents of the storm-battered mountains of western North Carolina lined up for water and food, hunted for cell signals, and slogged buckets from creeks to flush toilets days after Hurricane Helene's remnants deluged the region. Exhausted emergency workers toiled around the clock to clear roads, restore power and phone service, and reach people stranded by the storm, which killed at least 133 people across the Southeast, a toll expected to rise.

Desperation and exhaustion in North Carolina's mountains days after Helene's deluge

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From Ellenboro's back roads to Chimney Rock Village's popular drag, downed trees and flood debris hamper travel.

Tourist faves Chimney Rock, Lake Lure have piles and piles of debris after Helene's floods

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With a lack of cellular service, Asheville and surrounding areas have become black holes for communication in the wake of Helene, especially as loved ones struggle to connect with people they haven't heard from.

No cell service: Estimated 90% of Asheville is offline as people struggle to reach loved ones

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Join WRAL on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from noon to 7:30 p.m. to raise funds for recovery efforts. 

Help Rebuild North Carolina: Join WRAL's Hurricane Helene recovery telethon tomorrow 

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Emergency shelters have been opened in western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, which brought historic flooding to the area.

Western North Carolina emergency shelters open for Helene aftermath

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WRAL News is covering the impact, aftermath and cleanup from Hurricane Helene, from the flooding as far west as the Tennessee border to tornado damage in Rocky Mount. 
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Map: County-by-county coverage of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina

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WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner explains why Helene was such a catastrophic storm for Asheville and all of western North Carolina.



Ask the meteorologist: Why was Helene so devastating for NC mountains? 

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A look at damage in North Carolina and the Southeast as Helene moved through the state on Sept. 27, 2024. 

PHOTOS: Helene brings catastrophic flooding, damage to NC & the southeast

What We Know About Hurricane Heleneâs Destruction So Far

NC 211 is a free and confidential information and referral service provided by United Way of North Carolina. It connects individuals and families with health and human services and resources in their community

Calling NC 211 after Helene passes: Lifeline helps with disaster response, resources

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WRAL meteorologist Chris Michaels is in Lansing, in Ashe County, where a creek overflowed into businesses and trees fell. 

WRAL surveys damage in Ashe County's small town of Lansing

Asheville, other western NC areas wait for help in the aftermath of Helene

Asheville RV park destroyed

Floodwaters pose health risks for those in impacted areas

Witnesses share their desperate efforts to save two children in Raleigh fire

Witnesses share their desperate efforts to save two children 

Man jumps in to save woman trapped in floodwaters 

Man jumps in to save woman trapped in flood waters 

NC mountain towns wiped away, awaiting more resources 

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Helene and other storms dumped a whopping 40 trillion gallons of rain on the South

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Raleigh firefighters join effort to help in Hurricane Helene rescue operations

NC elections officials scramble to get ready for voting in western NC amid Helene's damage

Stay out of the water: Floodwaters pose risks of infection

Asheville, Buncombe County leaders distribute critical supplies after Hurricane Helene devastation

Jimmy Carter and his hometown of Plains celebrate the 39th president's 100th birthday

Nation/World

Justice Department will launch civil rights review into 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

Another top aide to New York City mayor quits in wake of corruption indictment

Iran preparing imminent missile attack on Israel, US warns, pledging 'severe consequences'

The North Carolina State Fair returns this month. You can also find Nicki Minaj, Oktoberfest events, fall and wine festivals and much more. 



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 IBMA Bluegrass Live! takes final bow without planned headliner

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Pullen Park Holiday Express announces 2024 dates, when tickets go on sale

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Foodie News: Decorated restaurateur celebrates grand opening of new venture

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Best North Carolina fall festivals

Puppy playing amongst the pumpkins at fall festival

Billy Joel and Sting announce NC concert

Billy Joel played PNC Arena in Raleigh on Feb. 9, 2014.

Out & About

Fact-check: Does Laurie Buckhout support national abortion ban with 'no exceptions?'

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Fact check: Is rape up 53% in NC since Josh Stein became Attorney General?

Democrats, LGBTQ+ groups criticize Michele Morrow post

NC education candidate Michele Morrow falsely says the 'plus' in 'LGBTQ+' includes support for pedophilia

From eating dogs to Taylor Swift: Fact-checking Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's first 2024 presidential debate

NC lawmakers to return next week as cost of Helene recovery looms large

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How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Sept. 26

Fierce North Carolina congressional race could hinge on other names on the ballot

NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson treated for burns after incident at campaign event

UNC students can't use digital IDs to vote on Election Day, NC Court of Appeals says

Wake County school leaders urge NC lawmakers to uphold HB10 veto for school vouchers

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Wake school leaders take a stance against private school voucher expansion bill

Wake County school leaders share concerns with plan to expand school vouchers in NC

Wake schools list $200M in HVAC needs, as school board weighs how to fix them

NC State warns community about recent string of vehicle break-ins at residence hall, Greek Village, StateView Hotel

'He died from vaping:' The rise of vaping among teens in NC

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Place your bets: The top 5 sports Americans wager money on

Wife of Hamas hostage from North Carolina fights for his freedom

If Mark Robinson drops out of race for NC governor, his name will remain on ballots

Many measures make it tough to understand employment data

NC State's Davin Vann organizes Hurricane Helene relief supply drive

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Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson out for the season with a torn Achilles tendon

Pete Rose, baseball's hit king, has died at 83

Duke football off to first 5-0 start since 1994 under first-year head coach Manny Diaz

Lea: This wasn't your typical Panthers loss, chins are up in the locker room

Lake Norman opens conference play with dominant win over A.L. Brown

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Corinth Holders erases 10-point 4th quarter deficit to beat Willow Spring

Statewide high school football scoreboard: Week 6

NCHSAA says it's too soon to make a decision on how to finish fall sports, board will meet this week

How high schools are helping those affected by flooding in western NC

With a rise of teens vaping in the state, advocates have called on lawmakers to address what they call a "loophole" in state law that is allowing young people to get easier access to tobacco products.


NC's vaping registry bill: What's the loophole that advocates are concerned about and why Big Tobacco stands to benefit

Gen V: Teen Vaping in North Carolina

Hurricane Helene has raised concerns about the increasing frequency of severe weather across the U.S., with more than 1,495 tornadoes recorded this year, making it the second-most active year on record.

Tornado activity is increasing and moving east, scientists say

Hurricane Helene has raised concerns about the increasing frequency of severe weather across the U.S., with more than 1,495 tornadoes recorded this year, making it the second most active year on record.

Climate change is expanding tornado activity, scientists say

A tornado ravaged Springfield Middle School in Lucama on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. The next day, Drone 5 flew over the school to survey the damage.

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty goes through a Donald Trump social media post where the former president said, "I saved Flavored Vaping in 2019 and it greatly helped people get off smoking. I raised the age to 21, keeping it away from the kids. Kamala and Joe want everything banned, killing small businesses all over the Country. I'll save vaping again."

NC vs. federal tobacco laws

Get a sneak peek at the new WRAL documentary, "Gen V: Teen Vaping in North Carolina," and explore the age limit to buy tobacco products. 

In Depth with Dan: Teens, vaping and age limit to buy tobacco products.

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Robinson, the Republican gubernatorial nominee, is facing pressure from people in his own party to take more action to substantiate denials about allegations that he made lewd and racist on a pornographic website. 


Robinson offers 'complete cooperation and full transparency' in probe of porn-comments report 

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Protecting consumers from dangerous products sold by Amazon

Consumer Reports tests if dressers comply with STURDY Act

New research shows how well new dresser tip over rules are working

Northern Wake Senior Center works to curb fall frequency 

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How difficult is it for underage people to get vapes? WRAL goes undercover to find out

Man killed outside barbershop Saturday in Clinton

Police investigate abuse allegations at Mount Olive nursing home

PCBs at NC State: Dorms, library, classroom buildings test positive

Investigations

Tom Snyder: Legislation, regulation is needed now, before AI reaches a 'Skynet' moment

Johnson & Johnson eyes $1B, 420-job expansion in Wilson, sources say

NPower North Carolina's Nick Allen sees young people stepping into tech sector job gap

Triangle Tech X 2024: Top leaders gather to tackle STEM talent gap

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The US could see shortages and higher retail prices if a dockworkers strike drags on

California governor vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars

A tiny tribe is getting pushback for betting big on a $600M casino in California's wine country

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'No duh,' parents are stressed: What the surgeon general recommends to fix that

Turn around, don't drown: Driving through floodwaters could have deadly consequences

Weekend best bets: Bluegrass, International festivals

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