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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) â Hurricane Milton hurled tornadoes and rain at the U.S. coast Wednesday on the storm's steady, potentially catastrophic march toward Florida, where officials issued a final plea to residents to evacuate or face grim odds of survival.

Dire warnings to flee as Hurricane Milton begins to lash Florida: 'This is your last chance'

Florida DOT cam shows deteriorating conditions in Tampa Bay

Florida DOT cam shows deteriorating conditions in Tampa

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'It was hurtful': NC first responder reacts to false Helene information on social media

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Raleigh man worries about family in Tampa as Hurricane Milton approaches 

John Goode and his son Derrick Goode in an old family photo

5 On Your Side: Vacationers getting mixed messages about traveling to NC mountains

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NC National Guard grounds crew after helicopter scatters Hurricane Helene relief supplies

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Appalachian State University plans to resume classes following Hurricane Helene damage

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Western NC mother, two young sons & fiancÃ© die after being swept away by Helene's floodwaters while trying to evacuate

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Musicians with North Carolina connections will collaborate to celebrate the Tar Heel State and raise money for hurricane relief. The Concert for Carolina takes place Oct. 26 at Bank of America Stadium.


Concert for Carolina: Sheryl Crow, Luke Combs, Eric Church, James Taylor to perform Oct. 26

Concert for Carolina Oct. 26, 2024

After the NCHSAA Board of Directors met this week, the association announced plans to change the fall sports calendar to allow schools affected by Hurricane Helen an opportunity to make up missed games.

NCHSAA will extend fall sports season after Hurricane Helene

Football: Watauga vs. A.C. Reynolds (September 13, 2024)

"They call it Craigtown because the Craigs were there," Runion said. "It's kind of a country thing because, but they're just pillars of the community."

'Pillars of the community': Helene kills 11 people from one Buncombe County family 

Helene kills 11 people from one Buncombe County family 

Wednesday is shaping up to be another great day, with mostly sunny skies and a high in the mid 70s.

Wednesday welcomes stretch of fall weather, 40-degree lows on tap this weekð

Wednesday's high and low temperature forecast

Kali White was staying in an Airbnb in Asheville when Hurricane Helene brought devastating flooding to western North Carolina.



Maid of honor in Asheville for bachelorette party survives flooding 

The $273 million disaster relief bill, approved unanimously, is likely the first of several spending plans to rebuild ravaged communities in western North Carolina.

NC lawmakers approve millions in Hurricane Helene disaster aid for western counties

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Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024 -- As the General Assembly returns to decide disaster relief, it has the ability to uphold its constitutional responsibility by not sending additional monies to support private school vouchers and instead provide the needed funding to support and rebuild our public schools that serve communities without hesitation.

COLUMN: Public schools are beacons of hope through crisis and devastation

Damage from flooding at Pisgah High School

Shelley Gentner said someone tried impersonating her on a forged voter registration form. It turned out she wasn't the only one to experience that in Brunswick County.

Eastern NC woman says someone tried to impersonate her through voter fraud

NC woman says someone tried to impersonate her on voter registration form

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

NC State University's Poe Hall

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Hurricane Helene is now blamed for the deaths of 230 people across the south, and more than 90,000 people remain without power.

Tracking Helene's impact: Search county-by-county death toll, power outages in NC

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The 2024 North Carolina State Fair is a beloved annual tradition, offering something for everyone. From thrilling rides and delicious food to educational exhibits and live entertainment, there's always something to enjoy.

Your ultimate guide to the 2024 North Carolina State Fair  

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Hurricane Helene ravaged mountain towns and cities in western North Carolina, leaving many people trapped after roads were destroyed and washed away. With no roads, no power and (seemingly) no way to reach these communities, the Mountain Mule Packers stepped up. 

Where humans can't, mules can: How mules are saving the day by reaching western NC's most inaccessible communities

Mountain Mule Packers 

After a hurricane hits, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out everything you need to do. Here's a list of resources to help you.

How to get help after the storm

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Liesel loves to do her own thing but also enjoys cuddling and playing. If you'd like to meet her in person, just fill out an application on the Cat Angels website.

Pet of the Day for Oct. 9, 2024

'Harmony with Hope' benefit concert held at NC State Fairgrounds 

Lena Tillett welcomes a second son, Zayden

Vacationers getting mixed messages about traveling to NC mountains 

Teacher of the Week: KF Grotelueschen

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DOT cam shows tornado on the ground in Florida

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Woman charged with setting fire at Elizabeth City church

NC State's 'Purple Day' honors survivors and victims of domestic violence with 'Silent Witness' exhibit

Harris Nuclear Plant in New Hill tests emergency sirens Wednesday

Shooting on NC 54 sends man to hospital, Durham police investigate

Social Security's scheduled cost of living increase 'won't make a dent' for some retirees

Nation/World

Israeli defense minister warns an attack on Iran would be 'lethal' and 'surprising'

US considers asking court to break up Google as it weighs remedies in the antitrust case

The presidential campaigns have made over 200 visits but speak to just a fraction of American voters

Nobel Prize in chemistry honors 3 scientists who used AI to design proteins, life's building blocks

Catawba's own Christina Eagle has captured a coveted spot on Team Snoop Dogg on "The Voice" after a standout performance of Lainey Wilson's "Wildflowers and Wild Horses."


Catawba singer Christina Eagle joins Team Snoop Dogg on 'The Voice'

Beech Mountain Ski Resort announces opening date for 2024-25 ski season

On Dec. 17, 2022, skiers and snowboarders go down the slopes at Beech Mountain.

NC benefit concerts planned to aid in Hurricane Helene recovery

Mount Moriah At the Cat's Cradle

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

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First Char-Grill is up for sale again

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

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Fact check: No, FEMA and other Helene responders aren't 'confiscating' supplies

Fact-checking 5 misleading claims about Helene relief efforts

Fact-checking Vance and Walz claims from vice presidential debate

Fact-check: Does Laurie Buckhout support national abortion ban with 'no exceptions?'

NC lawmakers consider $273 billion relief bill for Helene recovery

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State lawmakers plan to unveil $273-million Helene relief package Wednesday

North Carolina sports betting numbers bounce back with big September

Lawmakers ready to okay a quarter-billion dollar relief bill for Helene 

Health care staffing company plans to add high-paying 155 jobs in Raleigh's North Hills

State senate candidate reinstated to assistant principal job after monthlong suspension

Education

Senate candidate suspended with pay from school job as district probes role in breaking up fight

NC superintendent plans more than $100M request to lawmakers for Helene-affected schools

Wake schools looking into Athens Drive reading assignment

Wake schools adopts environmental sustainability policy

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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

NC State's 'Zero-Waste Game' tackles stadium waste one bin at a time

'We had entire roads collapse:' Road closures make it harder for western NC towns to get supplies, aid

'Undervalued': Phillips takes aim at ACC's lack of NCAA bids in men's hoops

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ACC Women's Basketball Tipoff videos: NC State, Duke and UNC

Saniya Rivers says Wolfpack will 'stay hungry and humble' to follow up Final Four run

Former UNC QB, Patriots' top pick Drake Maye to start for New England

ACC Tipoff: Key basketball storylines for NC State, Duke, UNC men and women

Lightning-fast overtime strike sends East Forsyth past Mount Tabor

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Football playoff projections for the 2024 postseason

Making sense of the football conferences in Eastern North Carolina entering week 8

Which NCHSAA football conferences are having the best season? See our rankings

James Kenan topples rival Wallace-Rose Hill soccer on two second-half goals

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

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions related to the response to Hurricane Helene.

Answering viewer questions about Hurricane Helene aftermath

The North Carolina Board of Elections voted unanimously to give the hardest-hit counties more flexibility in how they conduct the elections.



NC leaders approve flexibility for voters in Helene counties

Before Helene there was Fred - $13 million was promised and few dollars were received by this town. WRAL Investigates North Carolina's long history of hurricane recovery and why funds to help communities rebuild take years to get to those in need.

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

Many people sent WRAL News questions about the lack of internet and cell service after Hurricane Helene.

Answering viewer questions about lack of internet and cell service from Hurricane Helene

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Helene shuts down mines critical to semiconductor production

If Helene causes a chip shortage, it'll be different than COVID

5 On Your Side: Prime Day scams to avoid

5 On Your Side: How to apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene

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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

Police investigate abuse allegations at Mount Olive nursing home

Investigations

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

New AI phone conversation tool QuikTok is getting people talking

Health care staffing company plans to add high-paying 155 jobs in Raleigh

Tom Snyder: AI could be smarter than humans when it comes to health care

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Boeing withdraws contract offer after talks with striking workers break down

McDonald's sues top meat packers for allegedly colluding to inflate the price of beef

Small business disaster loan program said to be in danger of running out of funds by end of month

States sue TikTok, claiming its platform is addictive and harms the mental health of children

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Weekend best bets: Fall fun, movies and more

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

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

Volunteer pilots airdrop donations to isolated, rural communities in western NC

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