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A search operation is taking place Tuesday night for a missing swimmer at Jordan Lake.

Search underway for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake

<p>COVERAGE. YOU CAN COUNT ON. AND BREAKING RIGHT NOW AT 11, A SEARCH IS UNDERWAY FOR A MISSING SWIMMER IN CHATHAM COUNTY. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US. I'M GERALD OWENS AND I'M ASHLEY WROTE THIS IS ALL HAPPENING AT JORDAN LAKE WRAL'S. REALLY DANLEY HAS BEEN ON THE SCENE FOR THE LAST 30 MINUTES. &gt;&gt; REALLY? IT'S A PRETTY LARGE EMERGENCY RESPONSE FROM WHAT I'M SEEING BEHIND YOU. &gt;&gt; YES, RIGHT BEHIND ME. THIS IS MARTHA'S CHAPEL ROAD RIGHT NEXT TO JORDAN LAKE. YOU CAN SEE THOSE CHATHAM COUNTY RESCUE VEHICLES LINING THIS STREET. I IT'S BEEN THIS CAMERA AND GIVE YOU KIND OF A LIVE LOOK AT WHAT WE'RE SEEING HERE. WE HAVE A LOT OF EMERGENCY RESPONDERS DOWN THERE ON THE WATER, SETTING UP THE SCENE RIGHT HERE. THERE'S ALSO NUMEROUS BOATS THAT ARE OUT HERE ON THE LAKE WHO ARE LOOKING FOR THIS MISSING SWIMMER. TAKE A LOOK AT THIS VIDEO THAT WE WERE ABLE TO CAPTURE HERE ON THE SCENE AND GET A SENSE OF WHAT I'M SEEING HERE ON THE GROUND. I SPOKE TO A MAN WHO TOLD ME THAT IT IS HIS OWN FULL THAT'S IN THE WATER. HE'S A MIDDLE-AGED HISPANIC MALE IN THE FAMILY, AS YOU CAN IMAGINE, IS VERY CONCERNED, HOPING FOR. &gt;&gt; THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOME THIS EVENING. TAKE A LISTEN TO THIS. THIS IS WHAT POLICE HEARD WHEN THEY FIRST GOT THE CALL &gt;&gt; AND A MALE, POSSIBLY 52 YEARS OF AGE. &gt;&gt; OUR FLYING DOWN THE FIRST RESPONDERS BECAUSE A LOT OF CARS WERE PARKED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. I'M THE AUTHOR BELIEVES IN THE WATER FOR OVER 20 MINUTES. &gt;&gt; SO RIGHT NOW, AS YOU'RE SEEING, THOSE BOATS ARE STILL ON THE WATER. WE DON'T KNOW HOW LONG THEY PLAN ON BEING OUT HERE THIS EVENING, BUT WE ARE GOING TO CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THIS STORY AND KEEP YOU UPDATED ON ANY DEVELOPMENTS THAT WE</p>

Search for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake 

Search underway for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake 

Grieving father seeks answers in son's murder, suspect still on the run   

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3 people hospitalized in head-on crash in Wake County

The crash happened at Creedmoor Road and Durham Road in Raleigh.

Former Holly Hill employees share concerns about patient safety, citing escapes and understaffing

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On cam: Sharpsburg mayor arrested, accused of driving drunk for fourth time

Sharpsburg Mayor Robert Williams arrested for DWI in Rocky Mount  

Heat dome returns with triple-digit temperatures this week

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A man died after he exchanged gunfire with Fayetteville police Tuesday while officers were trying to serve a warrant for first-degree murder. 

Murder suspect killed in shootout with Fayetteville police, barricaded himself for hours

Man hospitalized after shootout with Fayetteville police, barricaded himself for hours

Abby Lampe has entered the pantheon of great NC State athletes for a sport most people probably didn't know existed. The former engineering student has used her mix of innovation, fearlessness and athleticism to dominate one of the world's most unique competitions.   

NC State alum Abby Lampe on a roll after second cheese rolling victory 

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Hurricane Beryl on Monday became the earliest storm to develop into a Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic.

Hurricane season 2024: Hurricane Beryl expected to bring life-threatening winds, storm surge to Jamaica on Wednesday

Hurricane Beryl is now a Category 4 Hurricane 

Chris Thomas said he misses his son -- Cole Thomas -- who went missing on Thanksgiving 2016. Tuesday marks what would be Cole Thomas' 30th birthday.

'I miss him': Cole Thomas' father discusses son's 2016 disappearance

Christopher Cole Thomas

Emergency crews responded to a plane crash Tuesday night at the Lexington airport, according to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office.

Emergency crews respond to Lexington airport crash involving 84-year-old pilot

Emergency crews respond to Lexington Airport crash involving 84-year-old pilot

The lawsuit filed by the Save SAU Coalition alleges that the university's board violated bylaws and breached its duties. The suit also seeks to remove the board.

Saint Augustine's University board seeks dismissal of alumni lawsuit

St. Augustine's University 

Just days away from Independence Day, Durham Police are preparing for one of their busiest nights.

Durham police warns against 'celebratory gunfire'  

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority's Fire-Rescue Department and the Morrisville Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Tuesday afternoon.

Vehicle fire at Raleigh-Durham Airport prompts emergency response

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Special Victims Detectives arrested a man on Tuesday for indecent liberties with a child.

42-year-old Fayetteville man arrested for indecent liberties and child abuse

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A Raleigh-based rescue is working to save two severely malnourished 3-month-old puppies.



Malnourished puppies rescued from backyard crate by Raleigh-based rescue 

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It's illegal to fish without a fishing license in North Carolina -- except on the Fourth of July.



No license required: Fish for free every July 4 

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Sadfishing is when teens post online and fish for sympathy and attention. 

What parents need to know about the new teen trend sadfishing

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Jockey's Ridge hides a secret castle beneath its ever-shifting sands -- remains from a 1970s mini golf course that was swallowed long ago.

Buried treasure: Old castle hidden beneath NC's largest sand dune fully visible again

Jockey's Ridge has a mini-golf course buried beneath the dunes -- and a sand castle has recently become uncovered.

Failure to update the WRAL News app to version 6.1.26 will result in users missing vital notifications for breaking news and top stories impacting central North Carolina.  

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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.



The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + Maps

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

Amazon has just announced that the annual Prime Day event will be taking place again this year running July 16-17! PLUS, there are excellent early deals available now on Music Unlimited (5 months FREE), Audible, Kindle Unlimited, home security and more!

Mark your calendars: Amazon Prime Day July dates announced PLUS early deals available now

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One person was injured Tuesday night in a plane crash.  

New video: One injured in Lexington plane crash 

Vehicle crash, fire at RDU sends 4 to hospital  

Swimmers and sweat, a delicate balance difficult to strike 

Father reaches out to WRAL asking for help finding his son's killer 

 UNC system provides guidance after DEI policy repeal  

Murder suspect killed in shootout with Fayetteville police 

SBI agent involved in shootout with murder suspect in Fayetteville 

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Dark-colored sedan involved in hit-and-run crash, Durham police seek driver

Using fireworks safely during Independence Day weekend  

Swimmers and sweat: A delicate balance difficult to strike  

Suspect charged with murder after Tarboro shooting leaves 2 dead, 1 wounded

Major wins for Trump and stark pullback on regulations mark momentous Supreme Court term

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FDA approves a second Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease

Parents who claim Panera's Charged Lemonade caused daughter's death are calling for changes amid lawsuit

Biden proposes new rule to protect 36 million workers from extreme heat

The US will pay Moderna $176 million to develop an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine

When the weather doesn't cooperate for an outdoor day at the park, consider checking out one of these Raleigh indoor playgrounds and trampoline parks for your children.

Find family fun year-round at these Raleigh indoor playgrounds, trampoline parks

Raleigh indoor playgrounds trampoline parks

Live music ahead: 100+ big concerts in North Carolina

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Fact check: Did a federal court just rule vaccine mandates unconstitutional?

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Fact check: Is Donald Trump 'against mail in voting?'

Fact-checking Trump, Biden claims from the 2024 presidential debate

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

Fact check: Biden says Trump plans to cut Social Security

Expansion of NC private school vouchers stalled

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With Kennedy off North Carolina's ballot for now, GOP congressmen demand documents from state elections officials

NC Sen. Jim Perry resigns. Kinston Republican served in leadership positions

Cooper signs new law targeting antisemitism, calls for 'a more welcoming' North Carolina

NC plan could forgive medical debt for some families 

Education

UNC System provides guidance after DEI policy repeal

Cities in Cumberland County scramble to hire school resource and traffic control officers

Cities, towns in Cumberland County scramble to hire school resource and traffic control officers

Budget, transparency, student safety: New Durham superintendent says he values community and trust

Homeowners get ultimatum from insurers: make pricey repairs, or lose coverage

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NC students: The teacher shortage hurts us

WRAL Investigates predatory towing in NC, lawmakers seek crackdown

'It's Not Sustainable': Insurance Hikes Threaten Affordable Housing

Gangs, and young gang members, are a problem in North Carolina

Carolina Hurricanes release 2024-25 regular season schedule

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Armando Bacot says he made $2 million-plus while at UNC through NIL

Olympic swimmers stop in Cary for a week of training at the Triangle Aquatic Center

NC Courage forward Kerolin Nicoli named to Brazilian 2024 Olympic Roster

Four-time All-Star guard Kemba Walker announces his retirement from basketball

4A championship MVP Caitlyn Jones commits to Wake Forest

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Gatorade POTY changes commitment after coaching change, will attend UNC

Hoggard 3-star OL Michael Gibbs commits to NC State

83 head coaches preview the 2024 high school football season in North Carolina

Wake Forest QB Kavon Simmons commits to Duke

Understaffing, inexperienced employees, underreported escapes, worries about patient safety-- all concerns from two former high-ranking employees of Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh.

Former Holly Hill Hospital executives raise concerns about mental health facility

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WRAL 5 On Your Side shows several ways to protect your car from a break-in.

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Joel Hopkins claims his Ram 1500 TRX was stolen in April while under the care of a Royal Parking Inc. valet service in North Hills.

NC man claims truck was stolen in North Hills while under care of valet service

A man said his Ram 1500 TRX was stolen in April in North Hills while under the care of a valet service.

Customer claims truck was stolen while under care of valet service

Customer's truck stolen while under care of valet service

A luxury truck stolen from a local valet! The disturbing allegations -- and WRAL 5 On Your Side details who is responsible when your car is stolen while under the care of a valet. Monday night at 6 on WRAL News.

Stolen truck from a valet lot! 5 On Your Side tracks who's liable and the disturbing allegations

Stolen truck from a valet lot! 5 On Your Side tracks whoâs liable and the disturbing allegations

The legislature advanced a new financing program Thursday that aims to make clean energy upgrades more accessible, including rooftop solar, energy efficient HVAC systems and LED lighting.

NC lawmakers approve program to bring clean energy upgrades to local businesses

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5 On Your Side: Protect your vacation from severe weather 

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5 On Your Side: Walgreens changes could include significant store closures 

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

Wake County teacher arrested after WRAL investigation, charged with assaulting students

Wake County teacher charged with abusing students with disabilities

Wake County teacher arrested following WRAL investigation into letters alleging abuse

Investigations

Mike Walden: NCSU Index shows NC's economic strengths compared to national indicators

US will pay Moderna $176 million to develop an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine

As AI gains a workplace foothold, states are trying to make sure workers donât get left behind

Missouri AG: Lawsuit against IBM is âimportant step in harpooning the whaleâ of âcorporate racismâ

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell: US inflation is cooling again, though it isn't yet time to cut rates

Stock market today: Asian shares mostly rise, boosted by Wall Street records as Tesla zooms

Biden administration provides $504 million to support 12 technology hubs nationwide

Judge sides with 16 states, putting on pause Biden's delay of consideration of gas export projects

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Bill to criminalize pregnant drinkers and drug users moves in NC House

New COVID shots recommended for Americans 6 months and older this fall

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