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Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams talked about the issues the city faces on Wednesday, including shootings and bolstering relationships with citizens and community organizations.

Durham mayor on crime: 'We're not running from our issues'

Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams

Durham mayor speaks: Addressing crime, youth engagement, city's perception

Durham police respond to shooting

Republicans will retain House majority; GOP sweeps control of president, House, Senate

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'A real mess': NC homeowner recounts extensive home damage caused by woman now charged with murdering adopted children

Warrants reveal disturing details of Blake and London's deaths 

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Wednesday, Thursday offer up the coolest weather we've seen since March

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Amazon set to unveil new project in Edgecombe County

Amazon Cautions That When the News Gets Nutty, People Shop Less

Trump picks ex-Rep. Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, Rubio for Secretary of State

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A man was carjacked while dropping off a delivery Sunday night in Hoke County.

Man carjacked while dropping off delivery in Hoke County, juvenile detained after chase in Fayetteville

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HMP Holdings is working on a deal to pay the fast-growing town $3.4 million for a 2.5-acre assemblage adjacent to the John W. Byrne Municipal Building. Officials are considering economic incentives for the company as part of a proposal to build a mixed-use development.

Fuquay-Varina land deal could yield dense mix of shops and apartments near Town Hall

Downtown Fuquay-Varina

The Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund is available to K-12 public schools in the state, with priority given to schools with a higher percentage of lower-income students.

NC officials announce $1M fund for field trips for public schools

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President Joe Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump to the White House on Wednesday for an Oval Office visit that's a traditional part of the peaceful handoff of power â a ritual Trump himself declined to participate in four years ago.

The Latest: Trump meets with Biden at the White House, Sen. John Thune elected majority leader

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Amanda Hebblethwaite said she was walking one of the dogs in her care along the treeline near Peachtree Drive when the Rottweiler made the discovery. Shamario Tyeast Bethea was arrested on Tuesday and charged with murder and kidnapping.

Man arrested after dog walker finds homicide victim's body

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USDA documents say this facility has a long history of animal escapes.

'No business being in this monkey business': Documents show South Carolina lab has long history of animals escaping

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Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 -- A lot of bright red lines have been crossed since Donald Trump occupied the big White House. Restoring them, and "making America great again," will require more subtle and sophisticated uses of force and coercive diplomacy than the isolationist Trump ever contemplated.

THOMAS FRIEDMAN: Trump had it easy the first time

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The town of Benson announced Wednesday the passing of Mayor Jerry Medlin at the age of 87.

Mayor Jerry Medlin of Benson dies at 87 following cancer diagnosis

Benson Mayor Jerry Medlin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) â An insurance magnate who was once a big political donor in North Carolina is in federal custody after pleading guilty in connection to what prosecutors call a $2 billion scheme to defraud insurance regulators, policyholders and others through a myriad of companies from which he skimmed funds for personal benefit.

Insurance magnate pleads guilty as government describes $2B scheme

North Carolina insurance magnate Greg Lindberg leaves his federal bribery trial in Charlotte Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020.

The Kinston Police Department has released new footage of a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a 2-year-old girl. The girl's father has been charged with second-degree murder.

Father arrested in hit-and-run death of 2-year-old daughter in Kinston

35-year-old Rashaun Wade

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Federally licensed enrolled agents will be taking your calls, answering questions about everything from adjusting your withholding to dealing with penalties and changes to tax law.

Tax Pros on Call: Call Wednesday, plan now, save later

A driver died Saturday after authorities said she drove around the barricades on a closed section of Interstate 40 near the North Carolina-Tennessee line.

Southern Pines woman dies after driving around barricades on I-40 near NC-Tennessee line

WRAL will have complete results as votes are counted in 400+ national, state and local races.

2024 election results: Presidential election, Congressional balance of power

Decision 2024

A contractor who abandoned four Fayetteville work sites was paid about $5.62 million for the projects, according to records obtained by The Fayetteville Observer. 

Contractor walked away from Fayetteville projects with millions

What 8 Workers Wore to Their Wall Street Construction Site

Toy manufacturer Mattel has apologized after mistakenly printing the web address of a pornographic site on the packaging of its newly launched "Wicked" dolls.

Mattel apologizes after mistakenly printing porn site on 'Wicked' movie dolls packaging

Mattel's 'Wicked' movie dolls mistakenly list pornography website on packaging

Stepping into Angus Barn at Christmas time is one of Raleigh's most memorable holiday experiences. The glitzy, twinkling wonderland has grown each year since the tradition began around 20 years ago - culminating in over 20,000 decorations and weeks of work from Santa's elves.

Wonderland at Angus Barn: Grieving sisters started one of Raleigh's most beloved holiday traditions 

Angus Barn at Christmas

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Governor Roy Cooper announced funding that will give students access to more field trips.

Gov. Cooper announces $1 million for more public school field trips in NC

Pet of the Day for Nov. 13, 2024

Benson Mayor Jerry Medlin dies at 87

Amazon purchases land at Tarboro Commerce Center

Amazon appears ready to launch yet another project in North Carolina, this time in Edgecombe County.

Inflation rises for October, raising concerns for fed rate cuts 

Teacher of the Week: Tenika Jones

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Wendell police investigate fatal shooting on New Yardbird Street

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Body buried in North Carolina carried to Tennessee by Hurricane Helene floodwaters

Downtown Raleigh to offer free two-hour parking for limited time starting Friday

FEMA administrator to speak at hearing about Helene response, claims that workers de-prioritized assisting victims who supported Trump

US government worker charged with leaking classified documents on Israel's plans to strike Iran

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Trump's defense choice stuns the Pentagon and raises questions about the Fox News host's experience

Explosion at Kentucky business injures 11 workers, shatters windows in surrounding neighborhood

Inflation hit a bump in October after slowing for six straight months

John Krasinski named People magazine's 2024 Sexiest Man Alive

Each year, there are a few holiday pop-up bars that take Christmas cheer to a new level. Here is a list of ones in the Raleigh area the check out this holiday season. 

Pop-up bars bring holiday cheer in the Triangle 

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Golf, Golf, Golf: New indoor golf lounge opens in downtown Raleigh with unique simulators 

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Foodie News: Little Rey closer to opening at Raleigh Iron Works

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Holiday shopping: Discover unique local Triangle gift shops

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Top holiday events in the Triangle: Tree lightings, parades, and festive markets await

Watch the tree lighting ceremony at Cary's Fenton as part of the 'Light the Square' event

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Fact check: Sanders says wages 'are lower today than they were 50 years ago'

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Fact check: Do 2024 turnout numbers show the 2020 election was stolen?

Dan Bishop ad claims Jeff Jackson 'embraced' sex offender. 5 questions, answered.

Fact check: Moore says the White House didn't call him after Helene hit North Carolina

Fact check: No, a former military leader wasn't arrested in North Carolina amid Helene relief efforts

Lindberg pleads guilty to to role in $2B money laundering scheme 

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A fight over transparency at NC startup incubator, fueled by $500 million in tax dollars

NC gamblers bet more than $600 million on sports in October. Will state change the way winnings are taxed?

NC's Morrow wants Trump to put her in charge of US education policy

Margins narrowing in NC Supreme Court race as officials finish tallying votes

On WRAL at 6: A WRAL investigation reveals flaws in how Wake schools respond to reports of abuse.

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Wake school board vice chair announces Dec. 30 resignation

Calendar mismatches, commutes frustrate Wake parents facing reassignment

Wake County parents can share concerns over school reassignments Tuesday 

Charter school staff face charges after alleged assault of 5-year-old child with disability

Trump's second term: How RFK Jr. and key policy shifts could impact NC healthcare

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'I don't think the general public has any idea': As assaults on health care workers rise, there's a growing push to find solutions

How did Donald Trump and Josh Stein both win NC?

Questions remain after Election Day printer mishap causes confusion in Wilson

Fayetteville State alum reflects on long career in public service, embraces successor

No. 6 Duke deals with more cramping issues in loss to No. 19 Kentucky

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The ACC began the season fighting for respect. The early CFP rankings show it is an uphill battle

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich had a stroke earlier this month, is expected to make full recovery

Oweh's big plays give Mark Pope his first big win for No. 19 Kentucky, beating No. 6 Duke 77-72

Ex-Duke star Kyle Singler draws concern from basketball world over cryptic Instagram post

New Wake County high school Felton Grove reveals mascot, colors

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Statewide Girls Basketball Top 25: Defending champs Rolesville, Cannon School lead the way

HighSchoolOT's latest regional Top 15 rankings for girls basketball

Here are the start times for the 3rd round of the boys soccer state playoffs

(13) James Kenan upsets defending 2A champion (4) Franklin Academy

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the average annual salary at $59,730 for someone living in North Carolina.

Are wages keeping up with inflation in NC?

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Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams has expressed disappointment in a WRAL Investigates story that examines the number of crimes committed in western Wake County by people from Durham.

Durham mayor responds to crime increases in Wake County

Steve Slocumb, a North Carolina property owner, described the severe damage left by his former tenant, Avantae Deven, who is now charged with murdering her two adopted children.

Landlord says he saw red flags about mother accused of killing adopted children

WRAL goes In Depth to asnwer your elections and veteran benefit questions.

What is the Wake County soil and water conservation board?

WRAL Investigates has uncovered a troubling trend of rising crimes in Wake County linked to residents of Durham.

WRAL Investigates troubling crime trend of Durham violence spilling into Wake County

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty compares Raleigh's string of shootings compares to the 2002 "Beltway snipers" in Washington, D.C. and the 2003 shootings in Columbus, Ohio.

How Raleigh's string of shootings compares to 2002 'Beltway snipers' in DC, 2003 Columbus shooting, 

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Thanksgiving grocery prices expected to impact holiday plans

5OYS helps extended warranty customer get replacement refrigerator 

5 On Your Side gets faulty fridge replaced

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Monday at 6 on WRAL: Durham crime is increasingly creeping into Wake County

Violence against healthcare workers is surging

Durham County ends controversial Bull City United anti-violence program

Abandoned for years: Why has the city of Durham not torn this house down?

Investigations

Donald Thompson: What do we do now? Psychological safety gives us all a path forward

Economic health checkup: Fairly good, but room for improvement

Guest column: Trump's return could unexpectedly accelerate AI innovation

Donald Thompson: Common leadership tools donât teach the critical art of engagement

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Amazon launches an online discount storefront to better compete with Shein and Temu

Trump's economic agenda for his second term is clouding the outlook for mortgage rates

Trump has promised to 'save TikTok'. What happens next is less clear

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Inflation goes up in October, raising concerns for fed rate cuts

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US inflation rose slightly last month after 2 years of steady cooling but remained low

Family honors WWII veteran's legacy as he turns 102

Photos: Thank you veterans!

Food Lion hit by cyberattack

List of top turkey sales for your Thanksgiving dinner as low as $0.19/lb

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