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Fayetteville police revealed chilling details that underscored brutal living conditions and indicated children in Avantae Deven's care were isolated, starved and beaten. Deven was charged with murder and child abuse on Wednesday.


Detectives: Adoptive mother linked to disappearance of Fayetteville siblings kept children in isolation, darkness

TRACK THOSE STORMS TO SEE WHO HAS THE GREATEST RISK FOR SEVERE WEATHER. THANK YOU. TONIGHT, AVANTE DEVON HAS BEEN CHARGED WITH THE MURDER OF 2 OF HER ADOPTED CHILDREN. BLAKE AND FUND WRAL SPOKE WITH A WOMAN WHO SAID SHE LIVED WITH AVANTE DEVIN AT ONE POINT AND THAT IT WAS UNBEARABLE. WRAL'S. CARLY HAYNES IS JOINING US LIVE AT THE FAYETTEVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT. CARLY, THIS CASE HAS GARNERED A LOT OF ATTENTION AND POLICE SAY THE CHILDREN DISTURBINGLY WERE ABUSED AND STARVED. IT WAS AN UNUSUAL CASE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING CLEANUP. BLAKE INLAND BEEN MISSING FOR YEARS. THE ONLY REPORTED RECENTLY. >> FAYETTEVILLE POLICE SAY THEY BELIEVE THE 2 ARE DEAD AND THAT A MONTE DEVON IS RESPONSIBLE. >> THE EXTENT OF ALLEGED ABUSE UNDER AVANTE DEVON'S CARE. BEST UNDERSTOOD BY THOSE WHO LIFT IT. AND FORMALLY KNOWN AS CHERISH DEVON SAYS SHE DID IT. >> THERE ARE A LOT >> BEATINGS BECAUSE WE WERE STILL FOR FOOD. JUST TO SURVIVE IN MORROW TELLS WRAL. AT ONE POINT SHE LIVED IN THE DEVON HOUSEHOLD WITH BLAKE IN LONDON. THERE WAS A CLOSET UNDERNEATH THE STEPS WE ALL CRAMMED IN THE LAKE UNDONE. >> WE STAY THERE. IN THE ONLY TIME WE TOOK A THAT'S OUR SHOWER WHEN WE WENT OUT IN PUBLIC TO GO THE GROCERY SHOPPING. >> TODAY, FAYETTEVILLE POLICE REVEALED STARVATION AND ABUSE IS HOW BLAKE IN LONDON LIKELY DIED. THEIR ADOPTIVE MOTHER AVANTE DEVON ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH 2 COUNTS OF MURDER. FELONY CHILD ABUSE, KIDNAPPING AND CONCEALING THEIR DEATHS BY FORCING SOMEONE ELSE IN THE HOME TO BURN AND DISMEMBER THEIR BODIES. >> ADDITIONAL INFORMATION LED FABLE POLICE DETECTIVES TO LOCATE A METAL BOWL AND BARREL WHEN THE CONTENTS WERE REMOVED AND METHODICAL PROCESS TO PRESERVE ANY EVIDENCE INSIDE PARTIAL HUMAN REMAINS WERE FOUND. >> 2 SETS OF PARTIAL REMAINS FOUND IN AUTRYVILLE POLICE CONFIRMED ONE IS LONDON'S. THE OTHER IS STILL BEING PROCESSED. WRAL SPOKE WITH FELICIA CHANDLER, BLAKE DEVEN'S, BIOLOGICAL MOM. AFTER THE ARREST. >> REALLY JUST FEEL LIKE THERE'S. MORE QUESTIONS AND WAITING FOR MORE ANSWERS. THINGS LIKE WHICH IS KATE. >> LONDON'S BIOLOGICAL MOM, SHERI MCCLELLAND SAID WRAL, A STATEMENT SAYING MY FAMILY AND I ARE MORE THAN SHOCKED, SPEECHLESS IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. JUST KEEP PRAYING FOR OUR FAMILIES. BLAKE DEVEN WAS REPORTED MISSING JANUARY THIS YEAR. POLICE ANNOUNCED IN MARCH THAT A MONTH LATER ADDED TO LONDON, DEVON TO THE SEARCH ON APRIL 8TH, THE FBI AND POLICE SEARCHED THEIR BERRYDALE HOME. >> DAYS AFTER THAT REMAINS WERE FOUND. THE ARREST TODAY, THE LATEST IN THE INVESTIGATION THAT HAS LASTED MONTHS. AND DANTE DEVON IS CURRENTLY BEING HELD IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DETENTION CENTER. UNDER NO BOND. SHE'LL BE APPEARING IN COURT TOMORROW. >> CURRENTLY HAYNES, WRAL, NEWS LIVE IN FAYETTEVILLE. >> FOR ANY OVERNIGHT DEVELOPMENTS IN A PREVIEW OF TOMORROW'S COURT APPEARANCE.

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Most snake bites ever in NC in first six months, poison control says

Copperhead spotted in Knightdale

Traffic at standstill on I-95 South after double tractor-trailer crash near Fayetteville

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State lawmakers wind down session with veto overrides, constitutional amendments

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Around 2:11 a.m., officers responded to a stabbing. The victim sustained serious injuries after she was stabbed in the head, police said. 

Woman stabbed in the head in Durham, police say

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The Centennial Authority board called a special meeting for Thursday. The board is expected to vote on a lease extension with the Carolina Hurricanes.

Hurricanes lease, development agreement expected to get final approval from PNC Arena owner

PNC Arena

A Durham woman has multiple surgeries and a long road to recovery after being hit by a car while riding a motorized wheelchair.



Durham woman on motorized wheelchair hit by car for 2nd time in 4 years

Durham woman hit by car at intersection

Around 5:53 a.m., police responded to a hit-and-run crash on Fayetteville Road near NC Highway 54.

Durham police investigating hit-and-run involving GoTriangle bus

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Republican state lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted to override three of Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's vetoes Wednesday, sending them to the Senate for a final vote.

NC House overrides Cooper vetoes on masking, campaign finance, juvenile justice, billboards

COVID Rises Across U.S. Amid Muted Warnings and Murky Data

A 2-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a pool on Gail Ridge Lane in Wake County, the Wake County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.

Wake deputy's 2-year-old son dies after drowning in pool, sheriff's office starts donation fund

Pool rescue in Wake County

The North Carolina State Board of Elections on Wednesday voted to keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West off the presidential ballot in November, saying they want more time to review their petitions. 

RFK Jr., Cornel West blocked from NC presidential ballot as elections officials investigate petitions

Kennedy Fails to Qualify for CNN Debate

According to the Raleigh Police Department, the shooting happened around 9:43 p.m. on the 3000 block of Morgan Mills Court. When officers arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound. EMS transported the man to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.



Man shot Wednesday night on Morgan Mills Court in Raleigh

Police scene on Morgan Mills Court

With a self-imposed June 30 deadline to end the 2024 legislative session, North Carolina lawmakers are fast-tracking dozens of bills on issues ranging from liquor laws to vaping, squatters, anti-semitism and the DMV.

NC lawmakers rush to pass last-minute flood of bills, as 2024 session winds down

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A teenager was killed in a boating accident over the weekend at Lake Gaston.

Teenager killed in boating accident at Lake Gaston

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The shark bit the 14-year-old boy on Sunday afternoon at 484 New River Inlet Road.

'I'm not going to be OK': Teen boy speaks about getting bit by shark at North Topsail Beach

Shark bite in MA

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Kaylee Stavlas is the Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2024 winner!

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Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.



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List: July 4 fireworks, festivals, food trucks in the Triangle 

It's been a hot summer in North Carolina, so your bill will increase -- making it even more important to make some of these cool, cost-saving changes.

Energy-savings: 5 energy-efficient tips for saving money on your summer electric bill 

Energy-efficiency tips for saving money, keeping cool this summer in NC

There has been a lot of conflicting information coming from N.C. State leaders, and many people are frustrated by the university's lack of action and transparency. That's why WRAL 5 On Your Side launched its own investigation.

Poe Hall: The latest updates about the NC State scandal 

NC State Poe Hall contamination

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Traffic is at a standstill Thursday morning after a double tractor-trailer crash shut down all lanes of Interstate 95 South near Fayetteville.

Tractor-trailer crash causing major backups on I-95 South

Final countdown to first presidential debate of 2024

Venomous snake bites on the rise this year, extreme heat may be to blame

Lawmakers seek to take many vaping products off NC shelves

Tar Heel Traveler: Yard sale for Africa

7 mobile homes stolen from Hoke County, MHP recovered

7 mobile homes stolen from Hoke County MHP recovered

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Philadelphia 76ers select Duke's Jared McCain with 16th pick in 2024 NBA Draft

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President Joe Biden and first lady to visit Raleigh Friday for campaign event

Woman shot, killed in Goldsboro neighborhood on Hollowell Avenue

Man charged with first-degree murder in Rocky Mount shooting

Dylan Beard: A rising star in track and field hurdles obstacles to success

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims, but continuing claims rise for 8th straight week

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Wind-driven wildfire spreads near popular central Oregon vacation spot and prompts evacuations

Justices seem set to allow emergency abortions in Idaho for now, a prematurely posted opinion says

Bolivian general arrested after apparent failed coup attempt as government faces new crisis

Indictment alleges West Virginia couple used adopted Black children as 'slaves,' judge says

6 spraygrounds, local pools now open for the season

6 Raleigh area pool, spraygrounds, splashpads

Post Malone to play Raleigh concert this fall 

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Dinosaur World opens for the season Cumberland County

If you love dinosaurs or if you're a kid at heart, you will love Sweet Valley Ranch on Sunnyside School Road right outside of Fayetteville.

Enormous sculpture weaving through Dix Park draws massive crowds

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Fact check: Did Trump oversee the lowest Black unemployment and poverty rates?

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Fact check: Biden says Trump plans to cut Social Security

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Fact check: In NC, Burgum claims Biden shut down natural gas export capacity

Fact check: Democrat says Biden's tariffs on China will 'hit every family'

Lawmakers propose new NC constitutional amendments on voting laws, governor's power

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Senate joins House in passing bill to define antisemitism in North Carolina law

NC House lawmakers pass $67M in stopgap funding to stave off child care cliff

Judge upholds North Carolina's anti-rioting law, dismisses civil liberties suit

NC lawmakers consider next steps to legalize medical marijuana

Wake schools wants students to scan a barcode to ride the school bus

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NC students: The teacher shortage hurts us

UNC's first financial well-being director helps prepare students for financial futures

Alumni respond to idea to merge Saint Augustine's, Shaw, after meeting between schools and local business leaders

Saint Augustine's, Shaw alumni react to SAU board chair's letter

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Gigantic parks in the Triangle: Tour 3 playgrounds in Cary, Apex and Wake Forest 

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Tidjane Salaun selected by Charlotte Hornets with sixth pick in 2024 NBA Draft

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2024 NBA Draft: Here are the Duke, UNC and NC State players likely to get picked

Olympic track and field trials: Local athletes, event schedule, how to watch

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Are insurance companies watching your home? WRAL's Keely Arthur dives into reports of drones being used to adjust your rates. Find out what to do if your insurance company threatens to drop you.

Are insurance companies watching your home? 5 On Your Side digs into reports of drones being used to adjust rates

The investigation found that out of 15 brands of baby wipes tested - seven had concerning or unclear ingredients. 

Potentially harmful chemicals found in some baby wipes

A Consumer Reports investigation has found some popular baby wipe brands may pose a risk to your baby. The investigation found that out of 15 brands of baby wipes tested - seven had concerning or unclear ingredients. 

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Residents of the Bridge View neighborhood in Carteret County, where Native American artifacts were found, reported a violent interaction with protesters.

Violent altercation in NC neighborhood after Native American artifacts unearthed

Dozens of homes are already nestled along the intercoastal waterway in Carteret County's Cedar Point, between Jacksonville and Emerald Isle. After the developers dug up bones, the multi-million dollar project to continue building was halted. 

Expedia Group has upgraded its consumer protections following a 5 On Your Side series that exposed how easily scammers could use the site to take your money.

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People who live at the Bridge View Development said they are being harassed in their own yards.

Homeowners say archaeological findings led to violence at protest

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Recall report: MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini, DHZJM's baby lounger and Ford's F-150

Senate budget doesn't include funding to renovate Poe Hall

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Warrants: 'Shoot To Kill' gang operating in Wake and Durham counties, leader indicted

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Warrants: Gang leader indicted on federal charges, linked to Raleigh crimes dating back to 2019

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NASA taps Elon Muskâs SpaceX to bring International Space Station out of orbit in a few more years

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Apple delays plans for RTP campus in RTP. Company says itâs still committed to region

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Amazon joins exclusive club, crossing $2 trillion in stock market value for the first time

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A mechanic for a Boeing subcontractor says he was fired after complaining about poor repair work

Charitable donations continue to decline, down 2.1% in 2023, according to a new Giving USA report

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