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Sky 5 flew above the scene of a reported fire in a townhome community off South Raleigh Road in Angier on Wednesday morning.


One man hospitalized, Angier townhome damaged following report of house explosion

<p>US ON THE RADIO. ONE, A 1.5 HD &gt;&gt; I WANT TO GO BACK TO THAT BREAKING SITUATION RIGHT NOW. TEAMS ARE INVESTIGATING A REPORTED HOUSE FIRE AND A POSSIBLE EXPLOSION IN HARNETT COUNTY. THAT'S WHERE WE FIND WRAL'S KELSEY COFFEE. SHE ARRIVED AT THAT SCENE AND ARE NOT TOO TOO LONG AGO. KELSEY, THE DAMAGE IS CLEAR BEHIND YOU THERE. BUT TALK A LITTLE BIT ABOUT WHAT YOU KNOW SO FAR SINCE ARRIVING. &gt;&gt; YES, CHRIS, WE LEARNED THAT ONE PERSON WAS INJURED, ACCORDING TO BROADCASTIFY RADIO TRAFFIC. WE WERE ABLE TO MOVE A LITTLE BIT CLOSER TO THE SCENE HERE WITHIN THE PAST 30 MINUTES. SO YOU CAN SEE A TOWNHOME THAT APPEARS TO BE DAMAGE THERE. THIS IS A TOWNHOME COMMUNITY ONTO PIT ROAD HERE IN ANGIER WILL TAKE YOU TO A VIDEO NOW FROM SKY 5. SO YOU CAN GET A LOOK AT AN AERIAL VIEW HERE. IT APPEARS THAT BOTH THE FRONT AND THE BACK OF THIS TOWN HOME HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DOORS AND WINDOWS ARE BLOWN OUT. THERE ARE SOME SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE GARAGE AS WELL. BUT IT LOOKS LIKE ONLY ONE UNIT WAS DAMAGED. SO IF YOU COME BACK TO OUR LIVE PICTURE HERE, YOU CAN SEE HOW. THERE IS A LOT OF CAUTION TAPE THAT SURROUNDING A PRETTY LARGE SECTION OF THIS TOWN HOME COMMUNITY. SO WE'RE STILL WORKING TO FIND OUT WHAT CAUSED THIS AND WHETHER ANYONE ELSE WAS HURT. WE'LL BE SURE TO KEEP YOU UPDATED AS WE FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION. KELSEY COFFEE,</p>

Angier townhome explosion

WRAL on scene: Angier house severely damaged after reported house fire

Townhome damage after reported fire, explosion in Angier

UNC-Chapel Hill's $70M cost-reduction plan to include staff cuts, consolidating resources

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Parents want more warnings after a brain-eating amoeba killed their son on a South Carolina lake

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FEMA denials hurting Helene recovery efforts, NC officials tell state lawmakers

Fired FEMA Official Files Suit, Saying Board to Hear Worker Disputes Is Paralyzed

NC lawmakers send 'mini budget' and DOGE-style plan to Stein 

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NTSB finds Army chopper in fatal midair crash with plane was above altitude limit

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WRAL Weather Alert Day: Heat Advisory Wednesday ahead of stormy pattern, cool-down

Highs and heat index Wednesday, 7/30/2025

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A tsunami sent waves into Russia, Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Russian Far East early Wednesday.

The Latest: Tsunami warnings lifted in some places but Chile raises it to highest level

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With about a month to go before the season starts, practice is kicking off this week for the UNC, Duke and NC State football teams.

The lights (and sun) are bright as football practice starts for UNC, Duke and NC State

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Invicta Water's Jordanâ¯Lake pilot has treated 11â¯million gallons, claiming to erase PFAS with no toxic waste. Cary will judge fall test data to see if it's a cheaper fix than carbon filters.


Cary testing way to remove 'forever chemicals' from Jordan Lake without waste

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WRAL's Opinion section was launched in 2016 by Capitol Broadcasting Company to raise awareness of important statewide issues, fostering meaningful discussions and encouraging civic engagement to drive positive change for North Carolinians. As part of this initiative, Dennis Draughon has served as the company's editorial cartoonist since 2017, bringing sharp visual commentary to the platform. 

With a 38-year career that began at the former Raleigh Times, Draughon has also contributed to The Scranton Times-Tribune, The Durham News, The Fayetteville Observer and The (N.C.) Insider. His work has earned him several prestigious awards, including the 1993 Fischetti Award for Distinguished Achievement in editorial cartoons and the 1999 Golden Spike Award from the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists. More recently, he received Editor & Publisher Magazine's EPPY Award for best editorial/political cartoons, recognizing his impact in the digital news landscape. 

Through his work, Draughon continues to provide insightful and thought-provoking illustrations that enrich WRAL's Opinion section and engage readers across North Carolina.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: North Carolinaâs hour of needâ veto overrides or a state budget?

DRAUGHON DRAWS: North Carolina's hour of need-- veto overrides or a state budget?

Nominations are now open for the "Coolest Thing Made in NC" competition. To be eligible, the product must be made in North Carolina, but the company headquarters does not have to be located in the state.


Nominations open for the 'Coolest Thing Made in NC'

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The Trump administration has frozen $108 million in federal funding for Duke Health, according to a senior administration official, after asserting a day earlier it was investigating "systemic racial discrimination" in the university's healthcare system.

Trump administration freezes $108 million for Duke Health after accusing university of 'systemic racial discrimination'

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Most of central and eastern North Carolina are under a Heat Advisory until Wednesday. The heat index values could reach as high as 115 degrees.

Tracking dangerous heat: Relief from heat to come, but one more intensely hot day to power through

Five-day highs between Monday, July 28, and Friday, Aug. 1

WASHINGTON (AP) â President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Jeffrey Epstein âstoleâ young women who worked for the spa at Mar-a-Lago, the latest evolution in his description of how their highly scrutinized relationship ended years ago.

Trump says Epstein 'stole' young women from Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre

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Democratic Gov. Josh Stein has vetoed 14 bills while in office. On Tuesday Republicans found enough Democratic support in the state legislature to override some but not all of those vetoes.

New NC laws on guns, immigration, donor privacy now in place despite Stein's vetoes

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From refrigerators powered by artificial intelligence to automated mops and mowers, robots are on the rise-especially in our homes. But are they truly helpful?


5 On Your Side: Testing AI and robotic technology before welcoming them into your home

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Artificial intelligence, particularly deepfake technology, is enabling scammers to impersonate job candidates in video interviews, leading to concerns they will land jobs with the intent to infiltrate corporate security.

AI deepfakes pose growing threat to company hiring processes

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Waterspouts form similarly to tornadoes. They're just over water, from the Great Lakes to the Gulf and the Atlantic Ocean

Ask the Meteorologist: What are waterspouts, and how do they form?

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Kane Realty is seeking Raleigh's approval to construct four towers, some up to 37 stories high, around Six Forks Road and Lassiter Mill Road in North Hills.

North Hills residents to hear from Kane Realty plans to build more towers up to 40 stories high

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Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a degenerative brain disease that has been linked to concussions and can only be diagnosed posthumously. It can cause memory loss, depression and violent mood swings.


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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper will run for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina, giving Democrats a proven statewide winner in an open-seat race that is expected to be one of the most competitive 2026 contests.

Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper will run for the US Senate in North Carolina in 2026

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Breeze Airways has unveiled a new nonstop route from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, launching on December 11.


Breeze adds nonstop flight to Portsmouth from RDU

Despite It All, Two New U.S. Airlines Prepare to Fly

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With hurricane season here, there are several ways you can plan to keep your pets safe.

Tips to keep pets safe this hurricane season

Memphis family demands answer after high school football player dies from suspected heatstroke

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Dog suffers first-degree burns after being left in hot truck bed

GA: DOG IN HOT TRUCK BED SUFFERS 1ST-DEGREE BURNS

National Guard activated after cyberattack targets city of St. Paul

MN: ST PAUL CYBER ATTACK, NATIONAL GUARD ACTIVATED

Iowa cannabis dispensary makes $10,000 donation to children's nonprofit

IA: DISPENSARY MAKES DONATION TO CHILDREN'S NONPRO

On cam: Alabama woman confesses to killing her grandmother

AL: VIDEO CAPTURES WOMAN CONFESSING TO KILLING GRANDMA

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NC Democrats asked Republicans to join in asking for Epstein files to be released. None did

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A painful trade: Swapping wine for THC landed her in the ER and sick for months

Early morning fire destroys RV in Moore County, no reported injuries, cause under investigation

Concert goers flock to Walnut Creek 3 days after slew of car break-ins

Person County officials confirms sixth rabies case of 2025, urges vigilance around wildlife

Epstein and Maxwell grand juries did not hear directly from victims, prosecutors tell judges

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs asks for release on a $50 million bond ahead of sentencing in October

Trump EPA moves to repeal landmark 'endangerment finding' that allows climate regulation

US job openings fell to 7.4 million last month as job market continues to cool

U.K. Will Recognize Palestinian Statehood in September, Barring Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

Enhance your nightlife with our guide to the best bars in Raleigh. Discover top spots to sip, savor, and socialize. Plan your perfect night out now!


Explore the best bars in Raleigh: Top spots to unwind

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From fishing to bike rentals: NC parks offer free family fun year-round

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Free, weekly concert series comes to American Tobacco Campus in September.

70+ events happening in NC this August

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Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week: List of 55+ lunch, dinner, drink specials

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

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Fact check: Will Trump's tariffs 'pay off' the U.S. deficit?

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Fact check: Stein says guns are top cause of child deaths in North Carolina

Fact check: Are 5 million able-bodied Medicaid recipients watching TV all day?

Epstein files: A timeline of what the Trump administration has said about releasing a list

Fact check: Jeffries says tax breaks are permanent for billionaires, temporary for everyone else

DMV relief in mini budget approved by NC Senate

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NC lawmakers reach deal on 'mini budget' plan

NC lawmakers change rules for mayoral election in Louisburg

New law adds crimes related to immigration status checks

NC Republicans expand powers of state auditor with help from Democrat

Federal investigations into Duke University come at time of financial uncertainty

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Local high schools implement safety protocols for outdoor practices amidst record heat wave

Wake Prep teacher, school sued after detention allegedly included planks and wall squats

NC advisory council: Schools need better lockdown communication

A look at the top ranked colleges in North Carolina

Family of man killed by Wake Forest coach's punch seeking $18 million in damages

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How the US-EU trade deal wards off more escalation but will raise prices and slow growth

Chapel Hill police warn of rising mail theft as check washing scheme targets residents

Toddler's death after dental procedure in Greensboro sparks anesthesia safety concerns

UNC study: 43% of flooded NC buildings were outside FEMA's hazard zones

Basketball in paradise: NC State to play in 2025 Maui Invitational

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Katie Ledecky remains unbeatable in the 1,500 freestyle taking the title again at the worlds

Deion Sanders says he had bladder cancer but plans to coach the Colorado Buffaloes this season

Bubba Wallace overcame questions and doubts to end 3-year drought with 1st Brickyard 400 win

NBA rising star Trey Murphy III gives back in his hometown of Durham 

Volleyball Top 25: Cardinal Gibbons, D.H. Conley lead NC preseason rankings

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Sandor Szabo died from a punch in 2018 by then-Wake Forest assistant basketball coach Jamill Jones. Szabo's family seeks $18 million in damages.

Family seeks $18 million after Wake Forest University coach's deadly punch

Sandor Szabo (left) died from a punch in 2018 by then-Wake Forest assistant basketball coach Jamill Jones (right).

Public schools, universities and the State Health Plan could see efforts by the state legislature to keep them funded, even as lawmakers have failed to reach agreements on a full state budget plan.

NC lawmakers reach deal on 'mini budget' plan to fund some basic state functions

The North Carolina legislature on Tuesday began taking several veto override votes, turning bills rejected by Democratic Gov. Josh Stein into law.

NC lawmakers override multiple vetoes from Gov. Josh Stein

Political advertising is already starting to ramp up for the 2026 U.S. Senate race.

Political ads already underway for 2026 US Senate race

The former governor, who is undefeated in statewide elections, is considered the early frontrunner for his party's nomination. Former Rep. Wiley Nickel, the only other Democrat in the race, is expected to suspend his campaign and endorse Cooper this week. 

Former Gov. Roy Cooper officially enters 2026 US Senate race

Jill Fuller moved back in with her 92-year-old mother after developing cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) from using THC gummies. Fuller's experience, which required hospitalization and a lengthy recovery, highlights a growing concern among medical professionals about the rise of CHS cases.

Illness linked to cannabis use sending more patients to the hospital, including NC woman

Illness linked to cannabis use sending more patients to the hospital

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5 On Your Side: Skin cancer prevention tips for people with dark skin

Consumer Reports finds popular bassinet may not be safe for infant sleep

Testing finds popular bassinet may not be safe for infant sleep

Restaurant ratings: Longleaf Swine, Bojangles, Buffalo Wild Wings

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Chapel Hill police investigate uptick in mail theft

Inspectors found issues, ordered action months before Moore County dam failed

NC inspectors found issues, ordered action, months before Moore County dam failed during Chantal

2-year-old dies after dental anesthesia complications in Greensboro

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CivicReach: Transforming government customer experience with AI

Mike Walden: Drip of uncertainty constrains NCâs economic growth

Durham chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy protection, seeking to reduce debt, remerge

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

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Along with a strong second quarter rebound for the US economy, some red flags

Merck eliminating some positions as it restructures for the future

Microsoft Authenticator is ending password autofill soon. How to set up a passkey before Aug. 1

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