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The department said division officials had "a high degree of concern for the safety of both the juvenile and the public, due to a prior history of unpredictable behavior."

17-year-old charged with murder captured after escaping detention center in Butner

LET YOU KNOW IF ANYTHING POPS UP. ALL RIGHT. THANK YOU, BRETT. A 17 YEAR-OLD IS BACK IN CUSTODY THIS MORNING AFTER A MANHUNT HAD A COMMUNITY ON EDGE AS A IN CESSNOCK WAS ON THE RUN FOR 8 HOURS AFTER ESCAPING A JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER IN BUTNER WRAL'S KELSEY COFFEES AT THE GRANVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. AND KELSEY, WE'RE EXPECTING TO GET AN UPDATE LATER TODAY ON HOW THIS HAPPENED. WHAT HAPPENED TO US? >> MICHELLE, WE WERE ABLE TO CONFIRM WITHIN THE LAST 10 MINUTES THAT WE SHOULD RECEIVE AN UPDATE HERE TO GRANVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. >> THE NUMBER ONE QUESTION WE'RE ASKING THIS MORNING IS HOW WAS HE ABLE TO ESCAPE? AND THERE'S JUST A LOT THAT WE DON'T KNOW RIGHT NOW. BUT HERE'S WHAT WE DO KNOW. 17 YEAR-OLD SAINT SAYS NICK WAS RECAPTURED AROUND 10 LAST NIGHT AFTER AN 8 HOUR SEARCH. HE WAS FOUND AT THE INTERSECTION OF RANGE ROAD IN ROBERTS, CHAPEL ROAD IN BUTNER. THAT'S LESS THAN 10 MINUTES AWAY FROM THAT DEAL IN A JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER WHERE HE WAS IN CUSTODY. HE WAS INDICTED LAST YEAR ON MURDER CHARGES. HE'S ACCUSED OF KILLING A 71 YEAR-OLD MAN SKY 5 FLEW OVER THE DETENTION CENTER YESTERDAY AS INVESTIGATORS SEARCH FOR SAYS THAT 3 LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES WERE WORKING TO FIND HIM. WRAL REACHED OUT TO HIS FAMILY YESTERDAY. THEY DIDN'T WANT TO COMMENT THAT HE WAS FOUND ONLY A FEW MINUTES AWAY FROM THE DETENTION CENTER. WE'RE WORKING TO FIND OUT IF HE ESCAPED ON FOOT OR HE WAS ABLE TO GET INTO A CAR WILL BE SURE TO BE AT A NEWS CONFERENCE THAT'S SCHEDULED FOR TODAY AT 3 O'CLOCK KELCEY COFFEE.

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17-year-old charged with murder back in custody after escaping detention center in Butner

Driver flees after road rage shooting, hit-and-run on NC 96 in Granville County, sheriff's office says

'Communism versus freedom': Flagstock party for UNC flag defenders draws hundreds, takes political turn

'Flagstock 2024' party held Monday night for flag defenders at UNC

Relief! Brief return to a fall-like feel through mid-week

A taste of early autumn Tuesday and Tuesday night

Fall semester begins at Saint Augustine's University after two-week delay, student enrollment down

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Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools enrollment drops by 1,000 students

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Two arrested after chase on I-85 ends in crash in Durham

Durham chase ends in crash

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According to the Halifax County Sheriff's Office, Halifax Fire and Rescue, along with the Gaston Fire and Rescue Water team, found a body they believe to be 26-year-old Mohammed Dhanbyani from Parkton around 1:30 p.m. in the Roanoke River area of Halifax.

Missing Parkton man found dead days after stealing car, Halifax Co. deputies say

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DRAUGHON DRAWS: Who's riding, or tripping, on coattails in N.C.?

Ragweed pollen, in addition to some tree pollen, levels are high.

Ragweed allergy season nears its peak as autumns warm in North Carolina

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Why did the gator cross the road? Apparently, to check out the views in Surf City.



Large gator seen roaming in Surf City

Gator in Surf City

It might feel like the presidential election is still a long way off. It's not. Election Day on Nov. 5 is only about two months away, and major dates, events and political developments will make it fly by. The first mail ballots will start going out to voters on Friday. The first presidential debate is set for Sept. 10.

Ready or not, election season in the US is about to start. The first ballots will go out within days

Decision 2024

JARRATT, Va. -- Alexander Stith said the Boar's Head deli meat plant in Jarratt, Virginia, is the economic heart of the small rural town. He had trouble counting the number of people he knew who work or had worked there.

A small Virginia town gets an uncomfortable spotlight after the Boar's Head recall

A Small Town Gets an Uncomfortable Spotlight After the Boarâs Head Recall

No one was forced to leave the home because of damage.

One hurt after fire Monday night in bedroom of Raleigh home

House fire on Maybrook Drive

The Oregon Inlet Life Station, a historic building built in 1898, is in danger of falling into disrepair.

Preserving NC history: Nonprofit fights to save Oregon Inlet life station on Outer Banks

The Oregon Inlet Life Station, a historic building built in 1898, is in danger of falling into disrepair. Photo courtesy of James Charlet.

Last month, North Carolina did something enthusiastically that most states have been reluctant to try: It started covering new obesity medicines like Wegovy for its poorest residents as part of its Medicaid program.

North Carolina chose to cover obesity drugs for its poor, but not its own employees

The State That Chose to Cover Obesity Drugs for Its Poor, but Not Its Own Employees

A Raleigh resident and a Johnston County bike rider expressed frustration as persistent floodwaters have made greenway trails unusable.

NC storms: Lingering floodwaters frustrate residents, greenway trails remain covered with debris

Downed trees on Monday at the intersection of Varnell Avenue and Corbin Street in Raleigh.

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"To see our beautiful planet truly just changes your perspective on how lucky we are to be alive," Karsen Kitchen said. "If everyone had the chance to see that, the world would be a better place."

'Perseverance really pays off': UNC student makes history as youngest woman in space

Karsen Kitchen describes flying on Blue Origin rocket into space

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

Foodie News: Lawrence Barbecue moving to downtown Cary

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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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Scientists estimate that Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) are present in 1 out of every 3 K-12 schools nationwide. One expert estimates that 50,000 K-12 schools were constructed with materials containing PCBs.

Hundreds of NC schools may contain toxic chemicals

More than 200 local schools may contain PCBs

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 person was shot and another is on the run after a road rage shooting and hit-and-run Tuesday morning in Granville County.

Person shot after crash stemming from road rage incident on NC 96 in Granville County

House fire breaks out on Maybrook Drive

House fire braks out on Maybrook Drive

Friend of Chapel Hill native held hostage by Hamas speaks with WRAL News

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools cuts, reassigns 80 roles 'effective immediately'

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NC Patriot Guard leaders honor fallen military members with motorcycle escorts

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Power restored at several business in Raleigh's Village District after Sunday's storms

Harnett County deputies to begin wearing bodycams in November

UNC QB Max Johnson has second procedure on broken leg, will have 2 years of eligibility left

Charlotte school bus driver charged with DWI, child abuse after 'driving erratically,' police say

4 killed in shooting on transit train in Chicago suburb

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'Pinnacle Man,' found in cave nearly 50 years ago, has been identified

Dozens killed in Russian strike on military educational facility in central Ukraine

Arthur J. Gregg, first African American Army officer to reach rank of lieutenant general, dies at 96

The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh makes its 15th annual return Saturday and Sunday.

15th annual African American Cultural Festival returns 

Each year, the African American Culutural Festival draws about 40,000 people.

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

'Bull Durham, A New Musical' 

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

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Fact check: Walz says Trump 'cut overtime benefits for millions of workers'

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

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'

Former President Trump to make stop in Charlotte on Friday

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In North Carolina, the math for a supermajority may come down to one

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'We expect to win here': Dem VP candidate Tim Walz makes first stop in NC as VP candidate

Nash County Public Schools to begin random screenings of elementary school students

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Nash County Public Schools to start randomly screening elementary school students

Bed bugs found inside Chromebook laptops for Durham students

'Perseverance really pays off': UNC student makes history as youngest woman in space, hopes to inspire others

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

Be SMART initiative calls for action on safe gun storage as kids return to school

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

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

NC farmers facing unprecedented struggles amid extreme weather and economic pressures

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

College football Week 2: NC State's huge opportunity, tough times for ACC powers

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Small group dominates ACC's broadcast TV appearances. Should money follow?

NC State's Devan Boykin out through September

Coco Gauff loses at the U.S. Open to Emma Navarro, ending her title defense with 19 double-faults

J'Mari Taylor scores three TDs to guide NC Central past Alabama State 31-24

No. 8 Dudley runs away from Southeast Guilford in home opener

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NC Girls Soccer Gatorade POTY Blane McElroy flips commitment to N.C. State

The best football player in NC without an offer is Richmond LB Terande Spencer

Statewide Football Rankings: Weddington is the new No. 1 team in the HSOT Top 25

Statewide Boys Soccer Rankings: West Forsyth, Green Hope move into top 2

WRAL Investigates obtained an apparently recorded confession connected to a murder case in Fayetteville. Avantae Deven is charged with murdering two of her adopted children, Blake Deven and London Deven. Only on WRAL at 6 p.m., the story behind the never-before-released recording and what it reveals. 

WRAL Investigates recording of apparent confession connected to Fayetteville double-murder case

Former patients of a mental health facility in Raleigh have expressed concerns about a partnership with the Raleigh Police Department to divert juveniles and adults from hospital emergency departments.

Patients question Raleigh police's partnership with Holly Hill Hospital

Former Holly Hill patients question Raleigh police plan to divert mental health crises to troubled facility

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

Raleigh police to partner with troubled mental health facility

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

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

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Fisher-Price recalls plastic dumbbell toy for possible choking hazard to infants

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38-year-old man arrested after fatal shooting of woman in Wilson

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

How Vermont is testing school buildings for PCBs

Bull City United under review by Durham County

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âPerseverance really pays offâ: UNC student makes history as youngest woman in space, hopes to inspire others

Why Interest Rate Cuts Wonât Fix a Global Housing Affordability Crisis

New fellowship in Durham offers tech startups mentorship and top resources

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Strikes start at top hotel chains as housekeepers seek higher wages and daily room cleaning work

'Deadpool' tops charts yet again as 'Reagan' beats expectations on sluggish Labor Day weekend

Companies are crafting new ways to grow cocoa, and chocolate alternatives, to keep up with demand

How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients

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Cheaper gas expected for Labor Day, end of record-breaking summer travel season

North Carolina asks for forever chemicals to be designated hazardous air pollutants

RDU preparing for record-breaking Labor Day travel weekend 

Amazon Labor Day Sale: Electric Cordless Spin Scrubber for shower only $22.07, Gloria Vanderbilt Women's Jeans only $14.40( 64% off), Hanes Sweatshirt only $9.80 (46% off)

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Time to activate your Food Lion Shop & Earn offers for September

BJ's Wholesale Club one year membership only $15 (73% off)!

Sonic Drive-In: 1/2 price cheeseburgers after 5 pm every Tuesday with in-app offer

Tar Heel Traveler: Schoolkids Records

Tar Heel Traveler

Volume	23,015
Open	31.67
Bid (Size)	31.74 (9)
Ask (Size)	31.79 (26)
Prev. Close	31.95
Today's Range	31.67 - 31.76
52wk Range	24.16 - 31.95
Shares Outstanding	N/A
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YTD	+14.18%	+14.18%
1 Month	+6.98%	+6.98%
3 Month	+5.90%	+5.90%
6 Month	+8.04%	+8.04%
1 Year	+26.56%	+26.56%

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