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Sunday, there is a level 1 risk of severe storms for some gusty winds and localized downpours, and some areas are already feeling it.

Labor Day forecast: Heavy rain to continue overnight, dry spots possible during the day

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

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Flooded roads, crashes and canceled events highlight torrentially rainy day in Wake County

Lightning strike near Glenwood Avenue

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Federal Judge Rules Against Fair Fight Action in Georgia Voting Lawsuit

Police searching for man they say scammed woman with dementia out of $25K

Man wanted by Asheboro police officers

Ask the Meteorologist: Meteorological fall begins Sunday; what is it?

Meteorological fall starts Sunday, September 1

Springfield Middle School to receive new mobile classrooms following tornado damage

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Hotel housekeepers have for years waged a fierce battle to restore automatic daily room cleaning that was scaled back at many properties during the coronavirus pandemic

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

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Tens of thousands of Israelis have surged into the streets in an outpouring of grief and anger after six more hostages were found dead in Gaza. It appears to be the largest such demonstration in 11 months of war.

Israelis erupt in protest to demand a cease-fire after 6 more hostages die in Gaza

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Olive Gordon, a 12-year-old Girl Scout, has broken the North Carolina state record for the most cookies sold.

NC Girl Scout sets, then breaks, cookie sales record

How Much for Thin Mints? Some Girl Scouts Raise Cookie Prices.

It's been four years since the Public Archeology Corps started their excavation project in a downtown Wilmington alley. Since then, they've found record of significant natural disasters, fragments from the Revolutionary War and evidence of what previously stood on the Front Street property.

Local nonprofit group digs for history in downtown Wilmington

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New York (CNN) -- Labor Day is on Monday, September 2. The holiday marks the unofficial end of summer 2024.

What's open and closed on Labor Day 2024?

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A man is recovering in a Pinehurst hospital after getting shot early Sunday morning in Moore County. Authorities are searching for the suspect, who ran from the scene.

Man hospitalized after Moore County shooting, suspect on the run

A woman is displaced after a fire early Sunday morning damaged her Raleigh home, according to police.

Woman displaced after house fire in northwest Raleigh

Firefighters responded to the home around 12:30 a.m. Sunday along Epping Forest Drive near Lancashire Drive.

DAVIDSON, N.C. -- This fall, as Democrats and Republicans vie for control of state legislatures across the country, much of the attention has focused on states like Michigan, Pennsylvania and Arizona, where one or two seats could tip the balance.

In North Carolina, the Math for a Supermajority May Come Down to One

GoRaleigh's bus service will begin collecting fares starting Sunday, with single-ride fares at $1.25 per person and day passes at $2.50 per person.

GoRaleigh resumes collecting fares to use bus service

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Tour the WRAL Severe Weather Center and meet the meteorologists that work on air and behind the scenes to keep you safe every day. 

Meet the WRAL meteorologists and tour the WRAL Severe Weather Center 

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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, hopes to inspire others

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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This Labor Day weekend, enjoy some live music from The Roots with special guest Macy Gray or check out Childish Gambino at PNC Arena. The annual African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County (AACF) is also happening this weekend. 

Weekend best bets: African American Cultural Festival, Childish Gambino

African American Cultural Festival returns in September

Up-to-the-minute, reliable weather coverage is the cornerstone of WRAL News, and keeping viewers safe during severe weather is top-of-mind for WRAL meteorologists.

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A Wilson man is behind bars after police say he shot and killed his girlfriend Saturday night at their home.

38-year-old man arrested, charged with shooting girlfriend in Wilson

Rain forces African American Cultural Festival into delay

Woman displaced after northwest Raleigh house fire

K-9 units deployed after suspect runs from police in Moore County

Two mobile units will be set up at Springfield middle by mid-October  

'Dallas famous Chicken N' Biscuits' in Apex closes after 43 years 

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Moore County deputies arrest two people after seizing cocaine, marijuana and gun during search

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49ers player Ricky Pearsall injured in shooting during attempted robbery in San Francisco

Raleigh Beach remains cautious Labor Day weekend after summer drownings 

Food Lion recalls several ground beef products from Nash County store

Fatal crash on I-40 in Sampson County; 33-year-old woman dies after car hits median and catches fire

Israelâs military says six hostages âbrutally murderedâ in Gaza, including Israeli-American Goldberg-Polin

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Arlington cemetery controversy deepens as Trump and Harris trade attacks

Border arrests are expected to rise slightly in August but are hovering near 4-year lows

7 US troops hurt in a raid with Iraqi forces that left 15 suspected militants dead

Mississippi bus crash kills 7 people and injures 37

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

Union Station Deli and Catering 

Out & About

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

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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'

Fact check: Did Walz force Minnesota schools to stock tampons in boys' bathrooms?

Could Mark Robinson hurt Trump's chances in North Carolina?

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

NC Democratic leaders call on GOP Supreme Court justice to recuse himself from case

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

Can you guess Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz's Cook Out order in Raleigh?

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

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

Seth Jarvis agrees to eight-year, $63.2 million contract with Canes, report says

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NC Courage beat KC Current with Brianna Pinto stoppage-time goal

Djokovic's US Open loss makes 2024 the first year since 2002 without a Slam title for the Big Three

US Open: Paolini joins Gauff as the only women to reach the fourth round at every Slam in 2024

Defense leads way as Duke beats Elon 26-3 in its first game under Manny Diaz

HighSchoolOT's latest regional Top 15 rankings for boys soccer

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No. 23 Richmond thumps No. 25 Butler for 1st win of the Brad Denson era

Scotland holds off Terry Sanford to earn first win of 2024

A.C. Reynolds scores game's final 24 points, runs away from Shelby

Spencer and Najm combine for five scores as Pinecrest defeats Overhills

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

The North Carolina Supreme Court justices ruled on party-line vote that Justice Phil Berger Jr. should not have to remove himself from a case concerning his father, Republican Senate leader Phil Berger Sr.

Democrats criticize NC Supreme Court's ruling to allow Justice Phil Berger Jr. to hear case involving his father

A local whistleblower's warning has now become a reality. The Medicaid upgrade now costing North Carolina taxpayers hundreds of millions more and how the delays are impacting patient care.


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

WRAL anchor Dan Haggerty talks about the sensitivities around tipping service workers and looks into plans that would ban taxes on tips.

In Depth with Dan: Examining 'no tax on tips' policies and the growth of tipping culture

People eating outside, maskless downtown Raleigh. Photo taken May 22, 2021. 

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5 On Your Side restaurants ratings: Don Ramon's Taco Shop and La Isla Del Mar  

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

Chatham County Sheriff's Office warns of scam calls impersonating deputies

Retailers making millions off fees to get 'cash back'

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How Vermont is testing school buildings for PCBs

Bull City United under review by Durham County

Captain of sunken superyacht to be questioned today in Italy 

Cumberland County Sheriff's Office searching for 28-year-old man for questioning in Fayetteville homicide

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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

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims as US labor market continues to defy elevated interest rates

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'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

Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try a 4-day workweek

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RDU preparing for record-breaking Labor Day travel weekend 

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Letting go: The redux

Wake County's free program helps young children get head start on learning

Beat the chaos: RDU's top tips for smooth airport experience this Labor Day

Hideaway Circus to bring outdoor performances to Durham, Knightdale

Amazon Labor Day Sale: Electric Cordless Spin Scrubber for shower cleaning only $22.99, Hanes Sweatshirt only $9.80 (46% off), Queen Waterproof Mattress Cover only $13.49 (46% off), Power Strip w/USB only $8.99

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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)!

Macy's Labor Day Sale: Sheet sets starting at $8.99, 3-Pc Comforter Sets in ALL sizes only $24.99 (reg. $80), $10 Star Money

Crocs Labor Day Sale: Up to 60% off plus free shipping with $30+ order

Tar Heel Traveler: Schoolkids Records

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