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Garner police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday morning at the WakeMed Garner Healthplex.

Person shot at WakeMed Garner, person of interest in custody

<p>HARD FREEZE OF THE SEASON AND HOW LONG THAT COLDER AIR COULD LAST. &gt;&gt; IT'S A BIT. THANK YOU. NOW BACK TO THAT BREAKING NEWS THIS MORNING. A LARGE POLICE SCENE AT WAKE MED HEALTHPLEX IN GARNER THE WTO. BREAKING NEWS TRACKER IS THERE ALONGSIDE DOZENS OF GARNER AND RALEIGH POLICE AS WELL AS WAKE COUNTY DEPUTIES. WE ARE WORKING TO LEARN WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENED THERE RIGHT NOW, THE WAKE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS THAT THERE IS NO ACTIVE THREAT. THIS IS ALL BREAKING COMING INTO OUR NEWSROOM RIGHT NOW. WE'RE MAKING THOSE PHONE CALLS TRYING TO GET ANSWERS AND WE</p>

Police surround WakeMed Garner Healthplex and are filling up Highway 70 east. (Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025)

1 person shot at WakeMed Garner, person of interest in custody

Embrace after shooting reports at WakeMed Garner

Slightly wet, warm weekend with highs in the 70s, but an Arctic front is on the way

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Flights momentarily grounded at Charlotte Douglas due to staffing issues

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US government shutdown forces some overseas bases to stop paying workers

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Discover the best family-friendly parks for adventure in the Triangle area

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Capital Blvd reopened after woman was hit by 18-wheeler, police say

From L-R: The 18-wheeler that might have hit a pedestrian, Capital Blvd closed at Greywood Dr due to this incident. (Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025)

Supreme Court issues emergency order to block full SNAP food aid payments

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Autumn events continue this weekend in the Triangle. There is fun for the whole family, as well as adult exclusive fun. Here's our top picks to add to your weekend plans.


Weekend Best Bets: NC Comicon, fall festivals

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No one was seriously injured. Police did not provide information as to how the crash happened.


Car overturned onto its roof on Capital Boulevard

A car overturned onto its roof on Capital Boulevard early Saturday morning, spilling the contents from inside the car. (Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025)

Freshman Caleb Wilson scored a game-high 24 points in UNC's victory over Kansas in Chapel Hill.

Already a fan favorite, freshman Wilson delivers for UNC in win over Kansas

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According to a spokesperson from Durham Public Schools, a Southern High School football player suffered a severe concussion during the team's game against Lumberton High School.

Southern High School football player hospitalized during playoff game

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Victoria Tudor and Ethan Smith are facing dozens of charges in a multi-county fraud scheme.

Warrants: Man, woman took thousands through stolen checks in multi-county scheme

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New 3D maps reveal Buxton's beach lost 800 dump trucks of sand and nine feet of elevation in five weeks -- a warning, scientists say, of how fast North Carolina's coast is collapsing.

800 dump trucks of sand gone: A new look at North Carolina's vanishing coast

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As prices continue rising, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper says Congress needs to end President Donald Trump's tariffs. Republican candidate Michael Whatley says he'll work with Trump to 'make our state affordable again.'

Cooper slams 'erratic' tariffs in Senate campaign stop at Wilson farm

Former Gov. Roy Cooper speaks about tariffs on North Carolina farmers at Wilson County farmer Pender Sharp's barn on Nov. 7, 2025.

Barbara Vitarelli lost her mother, Karin Zoanelli, during a 2022 blackout in Moore County, North Carolina.

NC woman remembers mom who died during power outage caused by Moore County power grid attacks

Karin Zoanelli (middle) was a parent and grandparent. She died as a result of the attacks on two Moore County substations, an autopsy shows.

The Smiling Face Company in Raleigh abruptly closed its doors last month, leaving patients who spent thousands on braces without service, refunds or their medical records.

Patients demand refunds after dental office closes in Raleigh

The Smiling Face Company posted a message about its closure.

A few dozen people gathered at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus to protest the Trump administration's proposed "Compact for Academic Excellence." Chancellor Lee Roberts said the university would not sign the compact "as written."

Chancellor says UNC won't sign Trump's higher education compact 'as written'

A few dozen people gathered at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus to protest the Trump administration's proposed "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education."

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Explore the festive spirit at holiday markets across the Triangle! Discover unique gifts, artisan crafts and seasonal treats in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. From handmade jewelry to gourmet foods, these markets offer something for everyone.


Holiday markets: Shop for unique, local gifts around the Triangle

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From the expansive Gipson Play Plaza in Raleigh's Dorothea Dix Park to the historic charm of Pullen Park, explore where adventure meets accessibility for endless fun.


NEW YORK (AP) â You keep your trusty reusable bottle filled with only clear, delicious water. Do you still need to wash it?

Yes, you do need to clean your water bottle. Here's why and how

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Normally on Veterans Day, volunteers gather at the Riverside National Cemetery in California to place flags alongside more than 300,000 gravesites. But not this year.

The government shutdown prompts the cancellation of some Veterans Day events

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While smaller spaces promise savings, they may lead to unforeseen expenses and lifestyle adjustments. Discover the hidden costs and unexpected challenges of downsizing your home.


Don't Waste Your Money: The downsides of downsizing

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To thank veterans and current military members for their service, many businesses are offering free meals, restaurant deals, grocery store and retail discounts and more on Veteran's Day this year!


List of Veterans Day 2025 free meals and discounts

50 Years After Saigonâs Fall, âthe Wallâ Reflects and Collects a Nationâs Trauma

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An Indiana family is in mourning over the tragic loss of their loved one who was shot and killed by a homeowner after she showed up at the wrong address to clean a house. 

Housecleaner shot after arriving to wrong home, husband left to parent 4 kids alone

IN: HOUSECLEANER SHOT AFTER ARRIVING TO WRONG HOME

Veterans battle PTSD with psychedelics

VETERANS BATTLE PTSD WITH PSYCHEDELICS

Pet of the Day for November 8, 2025

Erosion & money: Why homes keep falling into the ocean

Supreme Court pauses full SNAP payments as NC families receive partial payments

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Does North Carolina offer the lowest teacher pay in the South?

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No suspect found after man shot near downtown Raleigh, police say

American Underground returns to American Tobacco Campus

Another agency investigating CJF America, nonprofit accused of not paying employees

North Carolinians saw partial SNAP payments come in but it's not enough, AG Jackson says

UPS and FedEx grounding MD-11 planes following deadly Kentucky crash

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JD Vance hopes his Hindu wife converts to Christianity, sparking debate on interfaith marriage

Russian strikes hit an apartment building and energy sites in Ukraine, killing 4

Gaza death toll tops 69,000 as Israel and militants again exchange remains

Republicans swat down Democratic offer to end shutdown as impasse continues into 38th day

The holiday season is here and there are a lot of fun events coming up to help you celebrate and shop.


100+ events in NC to enjoy this November

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Foodie News: Benchwarmers Bagels opens second location

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Carolina Ballet makes 'Nutcracker' feel new

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Variety is the superpower of Ruckus restaurant

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'Accidental restauranteur' shares a taste of her roots at Cheeni

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Events planned in the Triangle to observe Veteran's Day

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Fact check: Does NC offer the South's lowest teacher pay?

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Fact check: Has overall inflation eased under Donald Trump?

Fact-checking Trump's '60 Minutes' interview on nuclear weapons, Mamdani, ICE

Fact check: Paul calls out Trump's drug boat strikes, citing Coast Guard statistics

Fact check: Democrats claim Leavitt said White House ballroom is Trump's 'main priority'

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Nov. 6

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Farmers say tariffs, trade wars put crops at risk

Gov. Josh Stein calls NC lawmakers back to address Medicaid shortfall

Stein orders NC lawmakers back into session to address Medicaid funding shortfalls

DMV boss tells NC lawmakers wait times are down, but key funding is running low

UNC students and staff rally to protest Trump's higher education compact

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Eighth graders learn about jobs of the future at Johnston County Works career fair

Wake schools back to normal after call for teachers to protest

Cornell University to pay $60M in deal with Trump administration to restore federal funding

Two Wake County schools prep for possible teacher call-outs

High-speed pursuit policies in the Triangle: How municipal borders impact law enforcement decisions

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Which intersections in Durham County have the most crashes? WRAL Investigates got the data

Duke study reveals alarming effects of flavored e-cigarettes on pregnancy and fetal health

New Duke Health program supports young breast cancer patients as diagnoses climb

NC school background checks vary, leave loopholes to hire convicted criminals

Copeland, McNeil each score 18 as NC State gets by UAB, 94-70

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One win from bowl eligibility: Darian Mensah looks to carry Duke's hot stretch into UConn

NCAA revokes eligibility of 6 more college basketball players as it continues sports betting probe

College basketball opens a new season with an influx of international talent

Live 2025 NCHSAA football state playoff brackets

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Around NC: Recapping the first round of the high school football playoffs

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(16) Harnett Central outlasts (17) South View with game-winning TD in the final minute

WRAL 5 on Your Side's Keely Arthur breaks down what rights you have if you're seeking a refund on a flight that's been canceled or delayed.

What to know if your flight is delayed or canceled during the shutdown

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Gigi Michelle James died at Mema's Playhouse in Fayetteville after slipping into a fenced-off pool.


Fayetteville mother demands tougher charges after daughter drowns at unlicensed day care

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Flight cuts are about to become more common as the government shutdown continues. WRAL's 5 on Your Side outlines your rights as a ticket holder.

Flying during the shutdown: 5 on Your Side outlines travelers' rights

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North Carolina's new DMV leader gave state lawmakers another update on how he's improving the embattled agency.

How the NCDMV is lowering wait times, making improvements

Scientists at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences have found that what was believed to be a juvenile T.rex skeleton is instead a distant relative, the first of its kind to be found in a full skeleton.

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Kids ask about new dino discovery at NC Museum of Natural Sciences

Just days out from the potential call-out, no one is taking credit for the graphic, and the most vocal supporter of action says she doesn't plan to participate.

Will NC teachers walk out? Anonymous post calls for it, others discourage it

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Tax Pros on Call: Get your tax filing questions answered

Consumer Reports: Best cleaning products that really work

Consumer Reports ranks best cleaning products

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WRAL Investigates Durham's most crash-prone intersections

Wake's worst intersection has seen 44 crashes so far this year

These intersections have the most crashes in Wake County: What improvements are being made?

CJF America President comes to court, avoids WRAL Investigates' questions

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How to spot AI-generated content

Let the tape run: How to uncover authentic thought leadership

U.S. takes stake in RTP-based maker of rare-earth magnets as part of $1.4B deal 

Tom Snyder: To win the AI race, US must look to efficiency, not energy use

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What to know about the flight cancellations at US airports caused by the government shutdown

Limited disruptions for now as flight cuts begin at major airports

Trump accuses foreign-owned meat packers of inflating US beef prices and calls for investigation

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