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WRAL viewers were stumped by what they saw in the sky Wednesday morning.

What was in the sky this morning?âï¸

<p>WELL. WE CERTAINLY DO NEED THE RAIN, BUT WE'RE GOING TO STAY DRY TODAY AND THE SKIES ARE CLEAR FOR A REALLY COOL PHENOMENON THAT WE SAW HAPPENED AROUND THE 5 O'CLOCK HOUR. ANTHONY, YOU'RE LEAVING IT. LOTS OF QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS. THIS WAS RIGHT ABOUT 4.55 OR SO. THIS MORNING WE WERE ABLE TO CATCH THIS ON ONE OF OUR CAMERAS THAT WE HAVE ACCESS TO HER ACROSS THE AREA. &gt;&gt; WHAT THIS WAS IS NOT A COMMENT, NOT A SHOOTING STAR. ANYTHING LIKE THAT. IT WAS THE SPACE-X ROCKET THAT LAUNCHED IN CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA. IT MOVE IN SUCH A WAY ALONG THE COAST THAT WE COULD SEE THAT. AND YOU CAN SEE THAT ROCKET HERE. THIS IS A PICTURE FROM A BELINDA BEASLEY. FIRST OF ALL, THANK YOU FOR SENDING THAT IN OUR PINE LEVEL AREA RIGHT ABOUT THERE IS THE ROCKET. IS THAT TRAVEL ALONG AND THEY JUST KIND OF FOR ANY REAL, REALLY COOL SIGHT OUT THERE THIS MORNING. THERE'S ANOTHER SHOT THAT WE GOT SENT IN FOR MICAH RAN IN HENDERSON, A BEAUTIFUL RIGHT THERE THIS MORNING. IF YOU HAVE PICTURES, I WANT TO SHOW YOU WHERE TO SEND THIS HERE IN JUST A SECOND. BUT WE LOVE SEEING HIM OUT THERE. IT MOVED ALONG OUR COAST AFTER THAT LAUNCH IN FLORIDA WITH THE SUN COMING UP IN THE EAST. IT WAS VISIBLE HERE IN RALEIGH AND I'M SURE ACROSS THE LARGE PART OF OUR STATE, WRAL DOT COM SLASH WEATHER WATCHERS. THAT'S WHERE WE LOVE TO SEND. IF YOU CAN SEND THOSE PICTURES TO THAT LINK, IT HELPS US KIND OF TELL THAT WEATHER STORY AND THEN</p>

Strange light in the morning sky 

SpaceX satellite launch spotted across North Carolina

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Heat wave arrives in time for 4th of July, feels-like temps near 110 on tap for holiday weekend

Flirting with record heat 

Driver leads Durham police on chase, attempts to hit officer with car, police say

Durham police investigating early morning crash on Denfield Street

3 people hospitalized in head-on crash in Wake County

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

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

300-year-old artifacts unveiled at NC church playground

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

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COLUMN: In volatile term, fractured Supreme Court remade America

In a Volatile Term, a Fractured Supreme Court Remade America

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A search operation has been suspended after a swimmer went missing in the area of Marthas Chapel Road and Farrington Road at Jordan Lake.

Search suspended after swimmer goes missing at Jordan Lake

Search underway for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake 

The shooting happened at Rolling Meadow Woods Apartments. 

Police investigating shooting at Rocky Mount apartment complex

Rocky Mount police investigating shooting at apartment complex

Delta Apparel, which owns Fayetteville-based activewear company Soffe Apparel, told state officials that it'll eliminate the positions if efforts to sell the parent company fail. Delta filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week. 

Struggling Salt Life, Soffe parent could cut 224 NC jobs

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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 employees share concerns about patient safety, citing escapes and understaffing

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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

WASHINGTON (AP) â President Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance has reverberated across the Democratic Party, forcing lawmakers to grapple with a crisis that could upend the presidential election and change the course of American history.

From raising alarm to backing Biden, Democrats in Congress grapple with debate aftermath

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Raleigh Police report that Ernesto Torres-Torres is the suspect in the stabbing of 32-year-old Aaron Heath, who later died from his injuries. 

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

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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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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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WRAL viewers sent us photos from across the state of the Starlink satellite launch that lit up the North Carolina sky Wednesday morning.

Photos: SpaceX launch lights up NC sky Wednesday morning

With the 4th of July just around the corner, North Carolina officials are raising awareness about the dangers of fireworks.

4th of July safety: NC officials warn of fireworks dangers, share safety tips

4th of July fireworks safety

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 

Tickets are on sale for this year's North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival, which will return to Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre in November. 

NC Chinese Lantern Fest tickets go on sale

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Durham police are investigating an early morning crash on Denfield Street.

Car crashes on Denfield Street in Durham 

New video: One injured in Lexington plane crash 

Vehicle crash, fire at RDU sends 4 to hospital  

Search for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake 

Swimmers and sweat, a delicate balance difficult to strike 

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

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Saint Augustine's University board seeks dismissal of alumni lawsuit

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

Granville County man wins $487,750 prize in Cash 5 lottery game

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

Durham police warn against 'celebratory gunfire'  

Judge delays Trumpâs hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling

Nation/World

Flying objects and shrunken heads: World UFO Day feted amid surge in sightings, government denials

Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students

Newborn white rhino Silverio takes his first giant steps in a Chilean zoo in a boost to his species

Hurricane Beryl roars toward Jamaica after killing at least 6 people in the southeast Caribbean

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

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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

NC Capitol

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 

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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

Swimmers and sweat: A delicate balance difficult to strike  

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

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

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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Full interview: Homeowners say insurance companies threaten to cancel policies over drones

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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How to make 4th of July travel easier for you and your family as RDU prepares for record-breaking crowds

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Volume	25
Open	67.71
Bid (Size)	67.20 (1)
Ask (Size)	67.75 (1)
Prev. Close	67.71
Today's Range	67.71 - 67.71
52wk Range	65.11 - 70.36
Shares Outstanding	N/A
Dividend Yield	2.66%

YTD	-1.78%	-1.78%
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3 Month	-0.46%	-0.46%
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1 Year	-0.56%	-0.56%

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