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Garner police are looking into an Amber Alert on Tuesday morning. Officers said a child and a woman were kidnapped from a home on Buck Branch Drive.

Amber Alert in Garner: Child, mother kidnapped while man restrained with tape

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'Somebody is going to get killed': College parties in Durham County field prompt neighbors' concerns

Neighbors in northern Durham County are concerned about large, disruptive weekend parties hosted for Duke students at a 30-acre field, citing noise, underage drinking, trespassing and safety hazards on the rural roads.

Dress in layers! Tuesday temperatures rise ahead of summer-like heat, storm chances

Bus stop forecast for Tuesday, 4/29/2025

StarBar employee arrested after April shooting

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Zebulon Town Hall meeting to address leadership crisis after town officials resign

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Fayetteville mayor calls for 9 p.m. citywide curfew for unattended minors due to recent gun violence

A file photo of Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin.

Jury selection begins in murder trial for Raleigh man accused of beating mother

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State law covering child safety seats in cars could be about to change. A bill expected to go before the state House this week would update the rules for which children need to ride in a safety or booster seat, and where in a vehicle they can ride. 

NC lawmakers set to discuss changes to child car seat law

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Jordon Hudson, the 24-year-old girlfriend of UNC head football coach Bill Belichick, interrupted an interview that aired on "CBS News Sunday Morning."

Bill Belichick's girlfriend shuts down question during interview promoting UNC coach's new book

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A 10-foot-long alligator was discovered in a Southport backyard, sparking interest and concern among residents. Wildlife experts weigh in on why these sightings are becoming more frequent and share safety tips for those encountering gators in urban areas.


10-foot-long alligator removed from Brunswick County backyard

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Civil rights advocates, including Bishop Rev. William J. Barber II and Rev. Jonathan Wilson Hartgrove, were arrested in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda during a protest against proposed budget cuts.


Local civil rights leaders arrested after protesting in D.C.

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) â Amazonâs first batch of internet satellites rocketed into orbit Monday, the latest entry in the mega constellation market currently dominated by SpaceX's thousands of Starlinks.

Amazon launches its first internet satellites to compete against SpaceX's Starlinks

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During a suspicious vehicle stop in the Gaston area due to recent shootings, Northampton County sheriff's deputies discovered three rifles, three handguns, and loaded extended magazines in a car occupied by seven teenagers.

Guns seized from car with seven teens in Northampton County

During a suspicious vehicle stop in the Gaston area due to recent shootings, Northampton County sheriff's deputies discovered three rifles, three handguns and loaded extended magazines in a car occupied by seven teenagers.

Dozens of bills are racing through the legislature in a flurry of action ahead of the deadline by which bills must pass at least one chamber to remain alive for the rest of the session.

NC lawmakers set the stage for votes on immigration, cryptocurrency, car seats, concealed carry

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Chatham County investigators tell WRAL eight suspects stole a total of about $40,000 from an elderly victim. According to court records, some of the earliest fraudulent charges are from April of 2023. 

Eight suspects charged with $40,000 worth of fraud involving elderly victim

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Clarence Brown, a former NBA player and head men's basketball coach at Saint Augustine's University, has filed a lawsuit against the university, alleging wrongful termination and seeking backpay.


Former basketball coach sues Saint Augustine's University

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A man faces multiple assault charges, including child assault, after two women were stabbed Sunday morning in a Knightdale neighborhood.


Two women stabbed in Knightdale neighborhood, man charged with child assault

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(CNN) -- As you add more ultraprocessed foods to your diet, your risk of a premature death from any cause rises, according to a new meta-analysis of research involving more than 240,000 people.

Every bite of ultraprocessed food will increase your chance of an early death, major new study says

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From festivals to live music, this May is going to be busy!


140+ events to check out in NC this May

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Imagine getting a call from a loved one terrified, desperate, begging for help. But what if that voice wasn't real?


5 On Your Side: Avoid deepfake scams

These wave clouds will form due to differing wind speeds within the cloud layer.

Rare, Kelvin-Helmholtz wave clouds spotted in central North Carolina

Kelvin-Helmholtz wave clouds in Cameron, NC - Photo taken by Martina Renaud

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the details about new restaurants opening in the Triangle.


Foodie News: Pizza, tacos and festivals

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Venus and Saturn will be just above the Moon before sunrise Friday, but won't match the perfect smiling face look in social media claims.

The moon won't quite be smiling: Here's how reality compares to the social meme

Apr 25, 2025 "lunar smile" reality vs fiction

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North Carolina's official dance, the Shag, took the Tar Heel Traveler to Shag Central as a major shag competition is underway. WRAL's Scott Mason takes a look inside Loafer's Beach Club in Raleigh helping to preserve the old dance. 

Tar Heel Traveler: Loafers Beach Club

Fayetteville mayor calls for curfew after recent violence

SPCA of Wake County temporarily closes due to Parvo outbreak

Jury selection underway for Raleigh man accused of killing his mother 

NC House lawmakers considering bill to update child care safety seat rules

Eight suspects charged with $40,000 of fraud from elderly victim 

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Wilson man charged with murder, stab victim found dead inside home

SPCA of Wake County temporarily closing due to parvo outbreak

Wilmington school bus driver, staff help locate missing 14-year-old

Juvenile shot during argument in parking lot of Moore County shopping center

Nation/World

Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill at least 27 Palestinians

5-year-old girl and her parents among the dead in a car attack at a Filipino festival in Vancouver

A pregnant woman in Gazaâs ruins fears for her baby under Israelâs blockade

Weekend best bets: Ham and Yam, Marbles food fest and more

2010 Ham & Yam Festival - Smithfield NC

Two days of food, fun and play: The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Marbles

The Creative Kitchen Kids Food Fest at Marbles 

Ham and Yam Fest celebrates 39 years

Ham & Yam Festival is set for May

Durham school hosts Strawberry Festival

Out & About

Fact check: Is the U.S. headed for the 'largest tax increase in American history'?

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Fact check: Is male college attainment hitting record lows in the U.S.?

Fact check: Did Trump reject Helene relief for North Carolina?

Explainer: Why is the bond market so important for the economy?

Fact check: Walz says most Americans don't have $1,000 in savings

Backyard homes couldn't be blocked by North Carolina cities if lawmakers get their way 

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 Firing squads in NC? Lawmakers to consider new options for death penalty

Companies selling your personal data should face more privacy obstacles, NC lawmakers say

North Carolina lawmakers seek to regulate AI deepfake videos

A lengthy legal battle in North Carolina could show how to flip an election

ICE reverses termination of student immigration status

Education

Saint Augustine's University chair asks SBI to investigate mishandling of COVID relief funds

St. Andrews University in Laurinburg to close after spring semester

ICE is reversing the termination of legal status for international students around the US

Shaw University responds to allegations on women's basketball team

19 charged in Durham street takeover, police need help identifying others involved

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'We are going to charge you': Durham police crack down on car meetups with guns, drugs and stunts

'Please take care of us:' Federal cuts close PCB evaluation at NC State building

Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here's what to know for borrowers

Tackling tariffs: What some companies are saying, and doing, about tariffs

Hurricanes look to close out Devils series at home amid goaltender uncertainty

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Duke snags commitment from top transfer Cedric Coward

Panthers Playbook: Grading the Panthers 2025 NFL Draft

Welter: Like famous draft fallers before him, Shedeur Sanders will have a chance to prove if he was taken too late or right on time

Panthers sign former Clemson, Raiders wideout Hunter Renfrow

No. 3 Durham Academy uses big third quarter to bury No. 25 Cannon School

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Carrick Ryan strikes out 13 to lead Voyager Academy to big win over Ayden-Grifton

Playoff scores: NCHSAA dual-team boys tennis 1st round

By the Numbers: The top returning quarterbacks in 4A

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the types of skills workers will need to have in the near future.

In Depth with Dan: Examining the types of skills needed for modern manufacturing jobs

Durham police have announced charges against 19 people connected to a February car club meetup in downtown where participants were seen performing dangerous stunts, including setting a fire in the street.

Durham police charge 19 people for street take over, seek help identifying others

Durham police have asked for the public's help identifying some of the people believed to be involved in what they're calling a street takeover in February. Photos courtesy of the Durham Police Department.

Durham police ask for help identifying people from February street takeover

Despite the halted federal investigation, affected people and leaders like Gov. Josh Stein are expressing their intent to seek alternative avenues for investigation.

225 people with cancer and no investigation: A look at where things stand with NC State's Poe Hall

Poe Hall at NC State

President Donald Trump said he wants to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. and said tariffs can help make that happen.

In Depth with Dan: Examining President Trump's claim of wanting to bring manufacturing back to US

A February car meetup in downtown Durham involved participants performing dangerous stunts with fire and passengers hanging out of moving vehicles.

Durham police cracking down on dangerous car meetups

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How cyber criminals are using AI to create better scams

BBB study explains how scammers are using AI tools

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4 people dead, 3 others injured in Rockingham County crash, troopers say

Raw video shows Durham car meetup with guns, drugs, fire and stunts

Increase in calls for vape store, CBD regulation as middle schoolers show up for class impaired

Effort to regulate vape shops gains steam after students get high

Investigations

You decide: Who controls the Federal Reserve

Join NC's startup revolution: Apex hosts Small Business Town Hall on April 29

Donald Thompson: Wellness programs aren't enough. Leaders must prevent stress before it starts

Tom Snyder: Deep tech investment is transforming North Carolina's economy

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Ex-Disney worker who hacked menus gets 3 years in prison

Tech industry tried reducing AI's pervasive bias. Now Trump wants to end its 'woke AI' efforts

Most Americans expect higher prices as a result of Trump's tariffs, a new AP-NORC poll finds

'Sinners' bites off a phenomenal 2nd weekend as a 20-year-old Star Wars movie takes 2nd place

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These 6 scenic drives will take you to North Carolina's most incredible places

Largest parent and teacher store in the Triangle soon to close, shifts focus online 

Wake schools unveils new gun safety program 'NC Safe for Schools'

New gun safety program 'NC Safe for Schools' kicks off

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