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Two brothers had waded out into the water of New River Inlet and were fishing when the 14-year-old boy was swept away. 

Search continues for 14-year-old boy swept into ocean; brother speaks out 

<p>START AT 09:15PM, ADMISSION IS FREE. &gt;&gt; AND JUST IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER FAMILY HAS IDENTIFIED THE GOLDSBORO TEENAGER WHO IS MISSING IN THE WATER NEAR NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH. FAMILY MEMBERS TELL WRAL ITS 14 YEAR OLD MINE OR HES A STUDENT AT SOUTH WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL. NOW THE BOY AND HIS BROTHER WERE FISHING IN THE NEW RIVER INLET AREA WHEN THEY GOT SWEPT AWAY. THE BROTHER WAS ABLE TO GET PULLED INTO A BOAT. BUT THE SEARCH CONTINUES THIS AFTERNOON FOR 14 YEAR OLD MINE OR HEAD AARON THOMAS IS TALKING WITH THE FAMILY THERE. LOOK FOR HIS REPORTS LATER THIS EVENING ON</p>

14-year-old boy missing 

Crews still searching for missing swimmer on Lake Norman  

Mainor Perez missing 14-year-old 

Triangle braces for brutal heat with heat advisory issued for Saturday, rain chances over the weekend

Flooding risk for Saturday 

One dead after motorcycle crash on Louisburg Road in Raleigh 

One person has died in a motorcycle crash on Friday night, according to Raleigh police.

Biden dismisses age questions in interview as he tries to salvage reelection effort

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Here's what the city, DJ and others said about confusion, shortened fireworks in Raleigh

Dix Park fireworks show confusion

Dog bit K-9 handler in thigh, Fayetteville officer hit dog 7 times, report says

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Beryl moves into the Gulf of Mexico after battering Mexicoâs Yucatan Peninsula, takes aim at Texas

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Dorchester County said Allen Ray McGrew ignited a large firework device and set it on his head on a neighborhood street near Summerville.

SC man dead from fireworks explosion on head

Fireworks for All, One Day Only, in Australiaâs Last Frontier

With Friday's temps climbing over 100 degrees in the Triangle, veterinarians and pet owners say it's a challenge to be outside for people and pets.

Pause for paws: How to avoid common pet injuries during the dog days of summer

How dogs deal with intense heat

Holly Springs offers revelers another day to celebrate America's birthday on Friday. The July 5th Independence Day Celebration will include live music, food trucks, games, and fireworks.

Celebrate America's birthday again: Holly Springs hosts July 5th event at Sugg Farm 

Crowds gather to watch fireworks boom over Holly Springs

Officials are urging swimmers to stay vigilant after a series of shark bites occurred over the Fourth of July holiday. 

UNC shark expert prompts caution to beach swimmers after holiday bites 

UNC shark expert prompts caution to beach swimmers 

From Fourth of July fun to outdoor concerts, this weekend is filled with fun! 

Weekend best bets: Enofest, food truck fun

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Triangle Aquatic Center is all about setting swimmers up to perform their best. That reputation earned the confidence of Team USA as they prepare for Paris.

Cary facility's tech and expertise draws Team USA to practice for Paris Olympics

Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary a training site for the 2024 US Olympic swim team

The sunflowers at Dix Park are in full bloom and ready to be enjoyed. 




Dix Park sunflowers in full bloom. Here's what you need to know

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Site plans show Polar Ice Raleigh is expanding, adding a second ice rink as hockey and skating grow in popularity in the South.



Polar Ice Raleigh adding second ice rink as hockey interest soars

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WASHINGTON (AP) â The Federal Reserve is highlighting the importance of its political independence at a time when Donald Trump, who frequently attacked the Fed's policymaking in the past, edges closer to formally becoming the Republican nominee for president.

Federal Reserve highlights its political independence as presidential campaign heats up

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

Foodie News: New coffee shops; gourmet market planned for Raleigh's East End

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We're in the middle of a sweltering summer in central North Carolina. Here are some places to cool off.


Stay safe in summer heat: Cooling stations offer relief from sweltering temps

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Each year, lifeguards along the Carolina coast rescue hundreds of people. The majority of those swimmers are those caught in rip currents.

What is a rip current? What to do if you feel the pull

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A church in Elizabeth City is waiting to hear back from State of North Carolina archaeologists on how to proceed after digging up potentially 300-year-old artifacts on its property.

Tree removal accidentally unearths centuries-old artifacts at North Carolina church

300-year-old artifacts unveiled at NC church playground

Dozens of people from all over the world will be able to call themselves Americans this Fourth of July after a naturalization ceremony at the State Capitol. So what does a citizenship test entail? 

Could you pass a US citizenship test? 

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One person died in a motorcycle crash on Friday night, according to Raleigh police.

Deadly motorcycle crash on Fox Road and Louisburg Road in Raleigh 

Holly Springs explains emergency plan ahead of fireworks show  

In-Depth with Dan Haggerty: Mailbag, did the debate matter?

Officials warn beach swimmer after holiday bites 

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Hyderabadi Biryani, Blue Fox Indian Cuisine and Saltgrass Steakhouse

Here's why Team USA chose Cary to train Olympic swim team

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$200 million in bonds on Durham ballot for sidewalk, parks improvements

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Woman found dead on Creedmoor Road, Raleigh police investigating 

Wake County year-round schools start school year Monday

How wheel locks can prevent your car from being stolen

Two arrested for selling drugs inside a Siler City home

A hacker stole OpenAI secrets, raising fears that China could, too

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On cam: Kids rescued from hot car in Texas, mom charged

3 dead and 8 injured after truck strikes group celebrating July Fourth in Manhattan park

Key takeaways from the June jobs report

Brazil's Bolsonaro indicted for alleged money laundering for undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia

Filming for a popular TV series, "The Summer I Turned Pretty," will close some streets near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.



'The Summer I Turned Pretty' to film new season at UNC Chapel Hill 

âThe Summer I Turned Prettyâ: Lola Tung on Growing Up Alongside Belly

NC Museum of History makeover: What's changing, what's planned 

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Knightdale celebrates July 4th with bike parade, water fun

Knightdale July 4, 2024 bike parade

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

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Live music ahead: 100+ big concerts in North Carolina

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NC Chinese Lantern Fest tickets go on sale

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Fact check: Did Trump send Ukraine weapons that Obama and Biden withheld?

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'Cheap fake' videos of Biden, Trump take center stage of 2024 election

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

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

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

Cooper vetoes bills on building safety rules, government-backed cryptocurrencies

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NC Democrats divided over Joe Biden's presidential candidacy

NC Republicans call on election officials to testify about treatment of third-party candidates

Pfizer anticipates 'transition plan' in Sanford following failed clinical trial

Cooper signs vaping registry, farm bills; vetoes two others

IRS files $1.1 million lien against Saint Augustine's University

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Expansion of NC private school vouchers stalled

Saint Augustine's University board seeks dismissal of alumni lawsuit

What parents need to know about the new teen trend sadfishing

UNC System provides guidance after DEI policy repeal

Adoptive mother forced child to buy supplies & dismember sibling's body, warrants allege

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'Warehouses of neglect:' US Senate report highlights allegations of neglect, abuse at Holly Hill Hospital's parent company

FDA approves drug shown to slow effects of Alzheimer's disease

'He needs to step up': Some top NC Democrats raise concerns over Biden

Wake County teacher arrested following WRAL investigation into letters alleging abuse

Keeshawn Silver strives to be role model for Rocky Mount youth through "Big Kountry" camp

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Lopez, Pinto Lead Bulls By Tides, 5-2

Holly Springs senior William Ball to represent Team U.S.A. at powerlifting world championships in Malta

Hurricanes free agency: Carolina signs ex-Rangers forward

Post-pandemic Paris Olympics signal a return to 'normal' for athletes and fans

Mount Tabor 4-star safety JaDon Blair picks Notre Dame

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Rolesville First Team All-State WR Jaedon Alford commits to Elon

Extra Effort: Abbey Kennedy blazes trail as first Middle Creek flag football QB 

Corinth Holders' new football coach is former Beddingfield, Person leader Carl Smith

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

WRAL anchor/reporter looks at the growing popularity of cricket.

In Depth with Dan: Is cricket the next big thing in NC?

The U.S. Senate has raised concerns about the care provided to children at facilities owned by Universal Health Services. The company owns Holly Hill Hospital.

US Senate issues scathing report on mental health companies, including Holly Hill Hospital's owner

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.

How to protect your car from a break-in

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

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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

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Consumer reports top July buys 

Ford recalls more than 30,000 Mustangs for steering issue

Hatch Baby recalls nearly 1 million sound machine adapters

5 On Your Side: What to buy in July 2024

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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

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

Investigations

Bionic leg links to brain waves to restore natural walking speeds and steps

Raleigh e-commerce tech company acquired by Intuit Mailchimp

Futurist Kurzweil still says he will merge with AI

Grace Ueng: Transformative leadership: Lessons from symposium and life

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AI Begins Ushering In an Age of Killer Robots

Tesla is now an official Chinese government car

Stock market today: Wall Street's scorching rally sets more records as hopes rise for rate cuts

US employers added a solid 206,000 jobs in June in a sign of continued economic strength

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Alzheimer's drug could make big difference to hundreds of thousands of families 

Fireworks light up the sky at Durham Bulls' 4th of July home game

Fort Fisher to re-create lost parts of fort, including underground tunnel

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