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Police are searching for 30-year-old Selma M Rodas Vicente. She is a 5'3, Hispanic woman with long black hair.


Missing woman alert: Raleigh police seeks community help to find Selma Rodas Vicente

THAT'S COMING UP IN JUST A FEW MINUTES. BREAKING NEWS RIGHT NOW. RALEIGH POLICE NEED YOUR HELP FINDING A MISSING WOMAN. >> OFFICERS SAY SELMA ROAD IS THE CENTER DAY WENT MISSING AROUND 4 THIS MORNING NEAR WINDY HILL DRIVE. SHE IS 5 FOOT, 3, 300 POUNDS WITH BLACK HAIR, BROWN EYES WEARING A BLUE SHIRT AND BLACK PANTS YOU SEE ARE THERE ON YOUR SCREEN. POLICE BELIEVE SHE MAY BE IN A BLACK 2013 HONDA PILOT POSSIBLY BEING DRIVEN BY ISMAIL MS MIGUEL, THE LICENSE PLATE ON THE CAR IS LJ W 7, 7, 8, 1, MIGUEL IS 5 FOOT. 4, 240 POUNDS WITH BLACK HAIR AND BROWN EYES WEARING A BLUE SHIRT AND BLACK PANTS. IF YOU'VE SEEN SELMA

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Ashanti alert: Police are asking for help searching for a missing Raleigh woman

Stretch of cool mornings, comfortably warm afternoons continues into first weekend of October

High temperature forecast for Saturday and Sunday - Oct. 4 and 5, 2025

Speed believed to be the cause of late night deadly crash in Cumberland County

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Durham police identify man involved in hours long stand off

Hours-long stand off ends in Durham, police say

Live updates: Clemson 28, UNC 3; QB Gio Lopez ruled out

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USPS raising prices for 2025 holiday season

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One person shot in Zebulon, police investigating

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The Wolfpack have been hit particularly hard in the defensive secondary, where NC State has lost at least three players to season-ending injuries.

Injuries taking toll on NC State defense ahead of Campbell game

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From the vibrant hues of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the serene beauty statewide, explore the best locations and timing to experience nature's autumnal masterpiece.


Fall colors in North Carolina: Your guide to when the leaves change for peak viewing

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An 8-year-old girl was seriously injured when a dog attacked her outside her Harnett County home Thursday evening. A neighbor who tried to help was also hurt.


Dog slips tether, attacks 2 in Lillington. Man believed to be dog's owner arrested on other charges

Harnett County authorities outside a home in Lillington

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) â North Carolinaâs Democratic governor signed into law on Friday a criminal justice measure that the stateâs Republican-controlled legislature approved in response to the stabbing death of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte commuter train, even while opposing provisions within or wishing for others left out.

North Carolina governor signs criminal justice bill into law after Ukrainian refugeeâs death

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Tremale Cogdell, 28, of Raleigh, faces felony charges of sexual misconduct of a person in custody and obstruction of justice. He also faces a misdemeanor charge of willful neglect of duties.

'Troubling and disgraceful': Raleigh police officer fired, accused of sex crime with crash victim

Tremale Cogdell faces felony charges of a sexual act by a government employee and obstruction of justice. He also faces a misdemeanor charge of willfully failing to discharge duties.

The ninth home collapsed just before 6 p.m. in Rodanthe, and authorities said the home was unoccupied when it collapsed.


Outer Banks home collapses Friday night, ninth home washed away this week

Collapsed home in Rodanthe

Melissa Ann Ortiz-Fikes, 51, was arrested nearly a month after a 2-year-old girl drowned at a home Fayetteville police said was operating as an "unofficial daycare."


Court: Woman's 'unofficial daycare' had 26 kids at her home when child drowned

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Ten years ago, Dr. Kimryn Rathmell, a kidney oncologist who was then at Vanderbilt University, noticed a startling trend: Many younger patients were coming to her with kidney cancer, including an 18-year-old with metastatic disease, which Rathmell had never seen in someone so young.

Why are more young people getting cancer?

RESTRICTED -- Why Are More Young People Getting Cancer?

WASHINGTON -- When President Bill Clinton's staff relegated Speaker Newt Gingrich to the back of Air Force One on an international trip, it went down in history as an epic taunt that triggered a government shutdown.

Deepfakes, Insults and Job Cuts: A Government Shutdown Like No Other

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Mark your calendar and set your alarm for Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m. That's when tickets go on sale for the popular Holiday Express train at Raleigh's Pullen Park. This family event often sells out in minutes.


Holiday Express tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 14

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A golf tournament and dinner in Raleigh on Monday will raise awareness and funds for mental health in memory of Grayson Murray, a local professional golfer who died in 2024.


Raleigh charity golf event honors Grayson Murray, raises mental health awareness

Grayson Murray's Legacy Inspires Mental Health Awareness at Raleigh Golf Championship

Another home fell in Buxton on Wednesday, Oct. 1, bringing the total to 19 homes that have collapsed during the last five years in the Rodanthe and Buxton area. This comes as several homes crashed into the ocean on Sept. 30, 2025. Photos: Donny Bowers

Photos: More Outer Banks homes collapse into the ocean 

7th home to collapse along the NC Coast making 19 total to fall in five years.

The young, two-person band Cabin Creature managed to create a hauntingly accurate song that evokes the spirit of Appalachian folk music for a new documentary about havoc from Hurricane Helene.


Music duo channels emotion of Helene's aftermath, honoring North Carolina mountain resilience

The Raleigh Fire Department accrued more than 117,000 overtime hours and nearly $4.84 million in overtime spending in the last fiscal year, more than any other city department.

Battling fires and burnout: Raleigh firefighters worked more than 117,000 hours of OT in one year

A file photo of Raleigh firefighters responding to a house fire.

The Granville County Sheriff's Office and Granville County Public Schools are warning parents about a viral TikTok fad that encourages teens to take an excessive amount of over-the-counter medications, potentially causing severe health effects and even death. 

Officials warn parents of dangerous TikTok 'Benadryl Challenge' after teen tries it

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A person is in the hospital after a late-night shooting in Zebulon on Shannon Drive near NC-97. Neighbors say they heard what sounded like gunshots and ran outside. WRAL News is working to learn a person's condition.

One person injured in late night shooting, Zebulon police investigating

State troopers investigate fatal crash in Cumberland County

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A man arrested after barricading himself inside a home in Durham 

Officers arrest suspect after being barricaded inside a home in Durham 

Basketball tournament remembering the lives of fallen officers

UNC develops treatment to help women combat postpartum depression

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Collapsed Buxton homes leave toxic mess along Outer Banks beaches

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Durham woman found after going missing, police say

Rocky Mount city council members acknowledge responsibility for financial crisis

Torry Holt headlines group of Triangle athletes, coaches inducted into The Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Viral search carries on at NC Lowe's for missing beloved Richmond cat, owners offering $2k reward

Trump Says Hamas Is Ready for Peace and Tells Israel to Stop Bombing

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Israel and Hamas signal willingness to move forward on Trumpâs Gaza peace plan

Trump Is âTrollingâ Democrats With Cuts, Johnson Says

Sean âDiddyâ Combs gets 4 years in prison for case involving sex workers, violence and âfreak-offsâ

One of 2 victims in Manchester synagogue attack apparently shot accidentally by police

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has details about National Cinnamon Roll Day and where you can get rolls for $2.50 on Saturday. Plus, the new State Fair food and what's next for the old Fox Liquor Bar space.


Foodie News: National Cinnamon Roll Day and more sweet local restaurant news

Fresh homemade Cinnamon rolls or Cinnamon buns

Weekend best bets: Triangle Oktoberfest, Falling for Local fest

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Selma Railroad Days Festival to feature carnival rides, parade

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Quiz: Which new NC State Fair food are you?

New NC State Fair foods for 2025 include hot Cheetos pickle pizza, BBQ doughnuts

New NC State Fair foods for 2025

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Fact check: Did Democrats propose to give health care to immigrants illegally in the US?

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Federal government shutdown: Live fact-checks as Democrats, GOP spar over health care, layoffs

Fact-checking claims that Erika Kirk's charity is tied to trafficking

Fact-checking claims about Tylenol's 2017 social media post and pregnancy guidance

Fact check: Noem says 1.6 million immigrants have 'voluntarily' left the U.S.

Gov. Stein signs 'Iryna's Law' despite mixed feelings over bill

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Stein signs crime bill, potentially restarting death penalty in NC after Charlotte stabbing

Millions in NC on Obamacare, Medicaid affected by budget fights

Why a federal judge ruled NC Senate map is fair game

THC-infused treats spook state leaders, with Halloween just around the corner

Allow school districts to ditch class rank, State Board of Education asks lawmakers

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NC ACLU chapter threatens legal action against UNC if professor is not reinstated by end of week

Questions remain after fight at Durham high school

Students, faculty rally for suspended UNC professor

Government shutdown and how schools, school programs will be impacted

NC State suit admits 'extensive' PCB contamination, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit and executives evading police

NC lawmakers wanted to make COVID shots easier to get. Why the law they passed did the opposite

NC officials begin process to help thousands of state workers switch doctors, as Duke negotiations sour

Eric Tulsky comfortable, confident and going for the Stanley Cup in 2nd year as Hurricanes GM

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Shohei Ohtani set to make postseason pitching debut for Dodgers in unfriendly Philadelphia

HighSchoolOT and Football Friday's game coverage for week 7

Canes decide against signing player acquitted of sex assault

Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard out vs. Miami with calf injury, Rico Dowdle to start

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Watch Replay: No. 6 Millbrook shuts out No. 18 Leesville Road - Alpaca Chicken Game of the Week

Week 7 Football Scores in NC

No. 6 Millbrook steps up again, records shutout of No. 18 Leesville Road

Southeast Raleigh defeats No. 25 Clayton for first time since 2016

Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall.

NC State alums raise concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

A file photo of Poe Hall at NC State University.

A young mother faces her cancer diagnosis with resilience, finding solace and support through Duke's innovative young adult oncology program.


Young mother battles cancer, finds hope in Duke's young adult oncology program

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Attorneys representing NC State alumni and students battling cancer told WRAL News they have reason to believe the university altered or destroyed evidence tied to the chemical contamination inside Poe Hall. 

NC State alumni raised concerns of evidence tampering at Poe Hall

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines the cost of college in the state of North Carolina.

In Depth with Dan: Examining the cost of college

NC State University filed a lawsuit against Monsanto, alleging the company failed to warn the university about the dangers of PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) that have caused "extensive" contamination in Poe Hall.

NC State admits 'extensive' PCB contamination in lawsuit, stops short of linking cancer cases to Poe Hall

On Wednesday, lawmakers failed once again to get the necessary votes to fund the government.

5 On Your Side examines the impacts of the federal government shutdown

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5 On Your Side: High lead levels found in three major food recalls in September

5 On Your Side: Three recalls for major foods containing lead

5 On Your Side: Alerting customers about unexpected charges from Lasta Fitness app

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CJF America sends partial payment to worker amid lawsuit

CJF America president misses court for second time in as many weeks, attorney says she's hospitalized

CJF America president misses court again, attorney says she's hospitalized

Two execs from Durham-based company charged in fraud investigation

Investigations

Mike Walden: 'Wait and see' on big financial decisions in coming months

Red Hat investigating data breach, severity of breach unclear

Red Hat suffers data breach, Raleigh based company says

Grace Ueng: What will you remember at 90?

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Apple and Google block apps that crowdsource ICE sightings. Some warn of chilling effects

Lack of jobs data due to government shutdown muddies view of hiring and the US economy

Wall Street ticks to more records, led by technology stocks

A prolonged US government shutdown could impact your travel plans

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Early Amazon Prime Day Deals: Fire TV Sticks up to 50% off starting at $17.99, Fire Tablets up to 56% off, Ring and Blink Home security up to 66% off, Prime Day event Oct. 7-8

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Walmart Deals: Heavy Duty 4-Shelf Unit, Mixing Bowls Set, Apple products charging station, Nerf Dog Ball, Event coming Oct. 7-12

Target Circle Week event coming Oct. 5-11 plus up to 60% off Halloween

JCPenney Sale: Doorbusters up to 80% off, Buy 2 Get 2 Free Underwear, Socks and Bras

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