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Police Chief Kemberle Braden said Brian Gerber's alleged actions led to losses of more than $20,000.

Fayetteville police officer charged with obtaining property by false pretenses

<p>DRIVER AT THIS POINT. HOWEVER, THEY HAVE SAID THAT IT WAS ACCIDENTAL. A FAYETTEVILLE POLICE OFFICER IS OFF THE JOB AFTER HE WAS ARRESTED THIS MORNING ON SOME VERY SERIOUS ALLEGATIONS OF MISCONDUCT. SERGEANT BRIAN GERBER. &gt;&gt; HE WAS ARRESTED. HE HAD BEEN WITH THE DEPARTMENT SHOULD SAY SINCE 2017 AND WAS PROMOTED JUST LAST YEAR. WRAL'S GILBERT BAYS IS LIVE AFTER HEARING FROM THE CITY'S POLICE CHIEF ABOUT. &gt;&gt; WHAT LED TO THE ARREST OF HIS OFFICER. GILBERT &gt;&gt; WELL, DAN DE LISI BRICKEN BRADEN SAYS THAT THE ARREST OF THE OFFICER COMES AFTER A LENGTHY INVESTIGATION OF SEVERAL MUCH INTO THE OFFICERS CONDUCT. WE HAVE THE MOST OUT OF THEM. LET ME SHOW YOU THAT. THAT WAS TAKEN THIS MORNING AS HE WAS. &gt;&gt; ALL RIGHT. IF I CAN ACTUALLY TELL YOU A LITTLE BIT MORE ABOUT THIS STORY HERE. SO ACCORDING TO COURT DOCUMENTS, A COMPLAINT WAS FILED BY THE MANAGER OF THE MARKET FAIRE MALL ON SKIBO ROAD. THAT'S WHERE GERBER WAS EMPLOYED AS A SECURITY GUARD DURING HIS OFF-DUTY HOURS. HOWEVER, SOURCES CLOSE TO THIS INVESTIGATION TOLD GILBERT THAT ONE GERBER WITH SUPPOSED TO BE AT THE MALL AND HE WOULD SIGN IN ON HIS TIME CARD. BUT HE WASN'T ACTUALLY THERE. SO DURING THE PRESS CONFERENCE TODAY, POLICE CHIEF KIM BRAIDING, HE DIDN'T ELABORATE ON THAT 12 CHARGES OF OBTAINING PROPERTY BY FALSE PRETENSES. BUT HE DID SAY THAT POLICE OFFICERS ARE NOT ABOVE THE LAW. WE OBVIOUSLY HAD SOME TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES BUT GILBERT BAYS IS STAYING ON. THIS STORY WILL HAVE MUCH MORE IN OUR LATER NEWSCAST. LET'S CHECK IN WITH A</p>

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Can you guess Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz's Cook Out order in Raleigh?

Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz and Gov. Roy Cooper visited a Cook Out in Raleigh, where they ordered milkshakes.

3 Heritage High students taken to hospital for heat-related illness during bomb threat evacuation

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NC State, Western Carolina start delayed 30 minutes by lightning

KC Concepcion running downfield

RDU hits 101 to break record from 1948, scattered storms possible Thursday evening

Record heat at RDU

Past due and overbudget: NC's new Medicaid computer system has issues and a whistleblower knew it

WRAL Investigates delays in a Medicaid upgrade costing taxpayers and impacting patients

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North Carolina Democrats blasted Republicans on the North Carolina Supreme Court Thursday for ruling that Justice Phil Berger Jr. should not have to remove himself from a case concerning his father, Republican Senate leader Phil Berger Sr.

NC Democratic leaders call on GOP Supreme Court justice to recuse himself from case

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Lee Roberts was named the new chancellor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in early August. He had been the school's interim chancellor since January.

New UNC chancellor will make less than predecessor. Here's what Lee Roberts will be paid.

UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts

United Sovereign Americans says officials didn't comply with federal elections laws in 2022 -- part of a national strategy that one election policy group calls dangerous for democracy.

Group repped by former Trump lawyer questions NC election results, alleges election law violations

Election officials conducting accuracy tests on machines

Robert  Ahern's initial water charges in late July were more than $1,100. After the department gave him a one-time adjustment, his bill still came out to more than $635.



NC homeowner hires attorney after water bill spikes to 'mortgage payment size'

Asheville Department of Water

Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson said she is optimistic about a collaboration with Holly Hill Hospital to serve the needs of citizens experiencing mental health crises. 

Raleigh police to partner with mental health facility at center of multiple WRAL investigations

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The party-line vote means that Kennedy, who has endorsed Republican Donald Trump, will remain on the ballot.

RFK Jr. to remain on NC ballot as board denies party's request for removal

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Naloxone is now widely carried by first responders and police. Distribution efforts have also helped make the medication available to community partners.

Naloxone distribution efforts help fight opioid crisis in NC

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Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024 -- The intimidation, legalistic manipulation and other tactics to discourage voters who may not back those who control the state legislature are what we see in Valdimir Putin's Russia. Rigged elections, no matter the disguise, have NO place in North Carolina and stain those who use them to maintain power.

Editorial: Latest attacks on election integrity are paths back to Jim Crow 

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Whose votes count?  It  depends

The Tar Heels head into their first game of the year looking to carry the momentum forward this season, keeping teams in check on defense and avoiding a late-season slump.

UNC aiming for strong start to 2024 season in Minnesota

UNC football coach Mack Brown speaks to reporters ahead of Tar Heels' opening game against Minnesota

According to the Myrtle Beach Police Department, one of their officers responded to an alarm activation at a home on 12th Avenue South.


'Purr-petrators': Eight kittens and their mother trip home alarm in Myrtle Beach

Kittens who broke into a Myrtle Beach home

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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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In North Carolina, Buncombe, Rutherford and Cleveland counties have reported one case each of a human infection. It is unclear if any of those cases required hospitalizations.

West Nile virus is in North Carolina: Here's what you need to know

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One expert predicts that the comet could reach peak brightness by the second week of October, nearly as bright as Venus, making it faintly visible even in daylight.

Comet could visit daybreak skies in early Octoberâï¸

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After more than 20 years in business, The Goat Bar is closing its doors. This announcement comes after ALE investigators raided the bar last week and arrested seven people.


'It's an institution': The Goat Bar closes its doors after ALE bust leads to 7 arrests

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Two deaths in South Carolina are believed to be linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat.



Boar's Head recall: 2 deaths in South Carolina among 8 linked to listeria outbreak

Certain Boar's Head Deli meats recalled over possible Listeria

A man who fell asleep while his Tesla was driving along U.S. Highway 70 has been arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

Man who fell asleep in Tesla while driving on US 70 charged with drug trafficking, multiple felonies

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Cynthia Williams Sellars pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of 88-year-old Lillie Johnson Cooper, a resident of the Windsor Point Retirement Community. 

Woman pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter in assisted living death

Raleigh police to partner with troubled mental health facility

Tim Walz visits Cook Out with Gov. Roy Cooper during Raleigh visit

Tar Heel Traveler: Schoolkids Records

Tar Heel Traveler: School Kids Records

Democrats criticize NC Supreme Court's ruling to allow Justice Phil Berger Jr. to hear case involving his father

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Investigators eye cell phone data in 'bizarre' case of man killed while driving in Sampson Co.

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Suspect arrested in Chapel Hill bank robbery, faces felony charges

Wake County's free program helps youngest children get head start on learning

'Bull Durham, A New Musical' based on 1988 movie about Durham Bulls team to debut in home city

Woman pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter in Fuquay-Varina assisted living death

New Trump book defends 2018 Putin meeting, taunts rivals and threatens to imprison Meta's Zuckerberg

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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.35%, its lowest level in more than a year

2 men plead not guilty to killing former 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor

Federal agents seize $6 million worth of cocaine near Puerto Rico and arrest two men

Postmaster general is confident about ability to process mail-in ballots

Need ideas for beachy day snacks? Explore our recommendations and pack the perfect food for a fun-filled beach day. Learn more on our site!


Perfect snacks for beachy days: What food to bring

The Mediterranean Diet Really Is That Good for You. Hereâs Why.

Celebrate 10 years of the WRAL Voters' Choice Awards this September  

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NY-style deli opens in downtown Raleigh's Union Station

Union Station Deli and Catering 

Hideaway Circus to bring outdoor performances to Durham, Knightdale

A hula hoop performance at Hideaway Circus

Weekend best bets: African American Cultural Festival, Childish Gambino

African American Cultural Festival returns in September

Pumpkin spice season is here: What to know about the PSL trend

Pumpkin spice latte, fall drinks, coffee, espresso, cappuccino

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Fact check: Social media claims NC ballot order shows 'attempt at voter manipulation'

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Politifact: Trump's claim about manipulated US job numbers baseless

Fact check: Trump says Biden, Harris got caught 'manipulating job statistics'

Fact check: Buttigieg says Vance holds 'anti-marriage-equality views'

Fact check: Did Walz force Minnesota schools to stock tampons in boys' bathrooms?

U.S. Accuses Software Maker RealPage of Enabling Collusion on Rents

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Dem VP candidate Tim Walz comes to Triangle for private fundraiser

North Carolinians are worried about political violence, extremism and a stolen election, new poll shows

NC Gov Roy Cooper cagey about political future after spotlight at DNC

Republican Party leaders seek to purge 225,000 NC voters ahead of 2024 elections, citing worries dismissed by state officials

Wake County expands free pre-k program for 3-year-olds

Education

Heritage students treated for heat illnesses as bomb threat forces students outside in sweltering temps

Wakefield High School in Raleigh, Willow Spring High School in Fuquay-Varina  dismiss students early due to A/C problems

Several Wake County schools dismiss students early due to AC issues

Thousands expected to attend 'epic rager' for UNC fraternity members who protected US flag

NC farmers facing unprecedented struggles amid extreme weather and economic pressures

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After WRAL investigations, Durham County to review anti-violence program

More than 240 local schools may contain PCBs, WRAL investigation finds

Breonna Taylor raid: Experts explain why felony charges against 2 former officers were dismissed

WRAL Investigates wide disparities in school funding across NC counties

Hurricanes winger Jesper Fast to miss 2024-25 NHL season after neck surgery

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South Carolina commit Taeshawn Alston putting Vance County football on the map 

Drake Maye to start season as Patriots' backup, Jacoby Brissett named starter

Duke football kicks off season against Elon with new head coach, new QB

NASCAR to return to Rockingham Speedway in 2025

Predicted winners for all 195+ games in week 2 of the high school football season

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Refocused, new-look No. 25 Hickory Ridge handles Cuthbertson boys soccer

Florida State is the first to offer Seventy-First's 6'5, 320-lb sophomore DL John Archer

Clayton DL Keshawn Stancil adds offers from Georgia, ECU, & UNC

WRAL anchor Dan Haggerty talks about the sensitivities around tipping service workers and looks into plans that would ban taxes on tips.

In Depth with Dan: Examining 'no tax on tips' policies and the growth of tipping culture

People eating outside, maskless downtown Raleigh. Photo taken May 22, 2021. 

Schools in our area might contain PCBs, cancer-causing chemicals which can lead to delays in cognitive development and reduced IQs. Vermont is the only state in the U.S. testing schools for the chemicals.

How Vermont is testing school buildings for PCBs

How one state is testing school buildings for PCBs

In recent years, WRAL Investigates has reported on Bull City United employees being charged with gun and drug offenses and, most recently, with accessory after the fact to murder.

Bull City United under review by Durham County

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty explains why beach renourishment costs muncipalties so much money.

Answering questions about NC house collapse into Atlantic Ocean, beach renourishment

Rodanthe home collapses into Atlantic Ocean

The Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit Friday against real estate software company RealPage, saying its software enabled landlords to collude to raise rents across the United States.

Federal lawsuit alleges rents inflated by price fixing scheme in NC, other states

North Carolina's Covid-era shutdowns have been gone for years, but a lawsuit over their constitutionality could inform how the state government will be allowed to handle future pandemics or other emergencies.

Lawsuit against Cooper's pandemic-era shutdown rules can proceed, NC Supreme Court rules

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Chatham County Sheriff's Office warns of scam calls impersonating deputies

Retailers making millions off fees to get 'cash back'

How cash back fees at checkout impact the consumer

5 On Your Side: Used car ratings    

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Captain of sunken superyacht to be questioned today in Italy 

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office searching for 28-year-old man for questioning in Fayetteville homicide

Counties responsible for monthly checks of school buses

WRAL Investigates how much your county spends on education

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UNC student launches into space on Blue Origin rocket Thursday morning

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as US labor market continues to defy elevated interest rates

New fellowship in Durham offers tech startups mentorship and top resources

Questions about the safety of Teslaâs âFull Self-Drivingâ system are growing

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NCDMV closes Raeford, Laurinburg offices due to staffing shortages

Cumberland County breaks ground on its first Wawa store

Yelp sues Google, alleging a search engine monopoly that promotes its own reviews

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