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Katie Cornell with ArtsAVL said it's estimated that 80% of the River Arts District was destroyed by Helene. Buncombe County's creative economy accounts for $1 billion in annual sales and supports nearly 8,500 jobs, according to ArtsAVL.



Helene destroyed 80% of Asheville's River Arts District. The economic impacts could be just as devastating

Aerial footage from WYFF shows the damage from Helene in Asheville's River Arts District.

Aerials show Helene damage in Asheville's River Arts District

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Displaced families find community support in Chapel Hill following Hurricane Helene's impact

Western NC families displaced by Helene gather to process devastation from storm 

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Durham residents turn 112-years-old

Kamala Harris rallies in Greenville as election countdown begins 

Schools cut learning-recovery programs as NC students remain behind

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Man shoots, kills bald eagle in Sparta, NC

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Trails Carolina was forced to close after the death of a 12-year-old boy. A lawsuit now claims the owners fostered an abusive environment and misled parents.

Parents take 'troubled teen' industry to court in lawsuit against owners of shuttered western NC wilderness therapy program

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At 7:31 p.m., Raleigh police responded to a shooting in the 3500 block of Capital Boulevard, where officers found two men and a juvenile who had been shot.

Two men, juvenile shot on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh

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Kirk Cousins has the Atlanta Falcons on the rise. The Falcons will look to make it three straight wins against NFC South foes on Sunday when they visit the struggling and injury-plagued Carolina Panthers

Panthers lose steam in the second half, fall to Falcons 38-20

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Terrell Eugene Giddens, 75, is held in jail under no bond.

Man charged with murder, attempted murder after reported road rage incident in Catawba County

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Two women made a centralized dashboard to help others see what's needed the most.

Website launched to prioritize what donation centers actually need in western North Carolina

Scammers impersonate Venmo account to steal Helene donations

GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) â Kamala Harris used an appearance Sunday before a largely Black church audience in battleground North Carolina to call out Donald Trump for spreading misinformation about the government's hurricane response. President Joe Biden visited Florida for the second time this month to survey storm damage.

From the pulpit, Harris calls out Trump for hurricane misinformation. Biden surveys Florida's damage

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Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 -- Slim and full of obfuscations, Melania Trump's memoir touches on business ventures and raising her son, but barely grapples with the mysteries of her marriage.

ALEXANDRA JACOBS: From Melania Trump: Modeling, motherhood and a brazen whitewash of a presidency

Melania Trump Defends Nude Modeling Work as She Promotes Book

Four Buncombe County Schools students have died from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the superintendent confirmed. There are 21 other students the district is still trying to contact.

Buncombe County Schools confirm 4 student deaths from Helene, still trying to contact 21 others

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A man who has 16 DWI convictions is now out of jail after a judge dropped his bond.

Pitt Co. man with 16 DWI convictions gets bond lowered, released from jail

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Some people have experienced firsthand just how bad mosquitos can be after storms. Now, one county is taking matters into its own hands to deal with the insects.



'I'm a little outraged': Beekeepers react to aerial mosquito spraying in Brunswick County

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Scammers are trying to take advantage of people's generosity in the aftermath of Helene's devastation. One scam uncovered by 5 On Your Side involves fake relief donations through Venmo.

5 On Your Side uncovers Venmo donation fraud targeting Helene relief efforts 

Payment apps offer limited protection from scams 

Photos: Northern lights seen across North Carolina

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Tickets will go on sale Friday for "Music for the Mountains," an Oct. 27 concert at Red Hat Amphitheater benefiting Hurricane Helene victims. WRAL is a proud media sponsor.


Music for the Mountains: Old Crow Medicine Show to headline Helene relief concert at Red Hat

The Music for the Mountains event is set for Oct. 27 at the Red Hat Amphitheater in downtown Raleigh.

From rich marzens to velvety stouts, Triangle craft breweries are serving up the perfect complement to the autumn season.

Fall flavor fest: Triangle's best breweries serve up seasonal brews

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Thousands of people have donated more than $900,000 through the WRAL Cares telethon. The Red Cross is using those donations to operate 20 shelters in the state, helping nearly 1,300 people with a safe space to stay. 

Help North Carolina rebuild: Ways to give money, goods, volunteer to help western NC

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There's been some confusion regarding the government's response to Helene in western North Carolina. So let's break it down.

Some have been critical of the government's response to Helene. Here's a breakdown of how disaster response works

Small Business Administration Will Soon Exhaust Disaster Loan Funds

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The French Broad River provided a scenic backdrop as an industrial neighborhood in Asheville, North Carolina, transformed over the past 40 years into the River Arts District, a vibrant creative hub for art studios and galleries

80% of Asheville's River Arts District destroyed by storm  

Kamala Harris touts agenda at campaign rally in Greenville 

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Power still being restored in Chimney Rock after outages topped 1.1 million in western North Carolina

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Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone

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'We're here to help': 101st Airborne soldiers help Chimney Rock residents dig out of the mud

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US to deploy about 100 troops to operate advanced anti-missile system in Israel amid heightened tensions

Historic ocean liner could soon become the world's largest artificial reef

Israelâs military says 4 soldiers were killed in a Hezbollah drone attack

Floridians cleaning up from Hurricane Milton are hampered by a widespread fuel shortage

This year, fairgoers can explore an expansive menu of 72 new items, including fried favorites, global flavors, and creative twists on classics, making for a flavorful and memorable experience.

72 new food items: 2024 North Carolina State Fair has something for every taste 

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Fact check: Trump falsely claims Cooper blocked Helene aid to western NC

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Fact check: Democrat's ad says Republican Ashlee Adams 'campaigned for Mark Robinson and his radical agenda'

The future of fact-checking & how people can combat misinformation

Fact check: Is government seizing North Carolina lithium after Helene?

Fact check: No, Democrats didn't withhold aid to right-leaning NC counties after Helene

The Wrap: Helene relief package, election changes, misinformation

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'If it ain't broke, don't fix it': Why one law professor says NC constitutional amendment unneeded

NC election chief says early voting will start on time despite Hurricane Helene

NC elections face shifting rules, uncertainty heading into final 2024 stretch

NC election officials provide update on election changes for counties hit by Helene

Classes to resume for colleges in UNC System in western NC

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Western NC universities, staff and students' homes damaged by Helene, UNC president says

Attorney representing NC State employees, alumni discusses case involving Poe Hall

Environmental attorney accuses NC State of neglecting cancer risk in Poe Hall

Wake County mom says her son's classroom has no permanent teacher for school year

Did weak building codes contribute to devastation from Helene?

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CDC investigating potential 'cancer cluster' at NC State after hundreds of people who worked, studied in Poe Hall develop cancer

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Much of Tropical Storm Fred relief money remains untouched as western NC regroups after Helene

Community event at NC State aims to address, reduce cancer disparities

UNC football player Tylee Craft, who inspired teammates as he battled cancer, dies at 23

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Vince Carter soars in journey to Basketball Hall of Fame

Haynes scampers 68 yards in final minute, lifting Georgia Tech over North Carolina

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Kucherov scores go-ahead goal, two empty-netters to push Lightning past Hurricanes in season opener

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No. 10 Rolesville shuts out previously undefeated Millbrook as Atkinson throws for 4 TDs

No. 19 Hoggard holds off Ashley to stay perfect against the Screaming Eagles all-time

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WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the response to Hurricane Helene and the misinformation spread since it caused devastation in North Carolina.

In Depth with Dan: Helene response and misinformation

A month without a teacher. A local mother's discovery led to a 5 On Your Side investigation. WRAL 5 On Your Side looks into the statewide shortage of teachers and the impact it's having on students.

A month without a teacher: 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

A month without a teacher! 5 On Your Side digs into a statewide teacher shortage

Kim Wooten, an engineer and member of the state Building Code Council, has criticized recent changes to North Carolina's building codes, which she believes have weakened building standards and paved the way for more destruction in the next storm.

Weak building codes making North Carolina less safe, engineer says

After months of WRAL investigations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now working to determine if there is a connection between PCBs in Poe Hall and employee cancer cases.

CDC to investigate potential cancer cluster among Poe Hall workers at NC State

Before hunting for deep discounts on Amazon Prime Day, 5 On Your Side is warning you about the pitfalls to watch out for while you shop and after.

How to guard against scammers this Prime Day

Amazon Prime Day Is Coming Up And Some Clothing And Shoes Are Already On Sale

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5 On Your Side Restaurant Ratings: Menkoi Ramen House and Great Wall

If you let your flood insurance lapse and then got hit by Helene, you may be able to renew it

Fisher-Price recalls over 2 million 'Snuga Swings' following the deaths of 5 infants

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NC town waiting for millions hit again 3 years later. WRAL Investigates why relief funds take years to help local communities

Hope Mills man charged with murdering 25-year-old man after turning himself in

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

Man killed outside barbershop Saturday in Clinton

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Donald Thompson: Effective ERGs align with business strategy

Grace Ueng: The controversy over 'Founder Mode

Mike Walden: What does the Fed's rate cut mean?

New AI phone conversation tool QuikTok is getting people talking

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Elon Musk unveils Tesla's 'Cybercab,' plans to bring autonomous driving tech to other models in 2025

TikTok was aware of risks kids and teens face on its platform, legal document alleges

Documents show OpenAI's long journey from nonprofit to $157B valued company

Boeing will lay off 10% of its employees as a strike by factory workers cripples airplane production

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Closed for renovations: NC Museum of History working to retell the state's story

Shifting from parenting to coaching: How and when to make the switch

Adults Night: 'Magic and Monsters' planned at Raleigh museum

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