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Family, coaches, teammates and teachers came together at Sumter High School in South Carolina to honor the late UNC wide receiver.

UNC's Tylee Craft remembered with memorial service in his hometown

<p>OF THIS AD. &gt;&gt; UNC WIDE RECEIVER TYLEE CRAFT A DIED LAST WEEK AFTER BEING DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER 2 AND A HALF YEARS AGO TODAY, FRIENDS AND FAMILY GATHERED TO HONOR HIM IN HIS HOMETOWN. WRAL, SPORTS IS PAT WELTER BRINGS US TO THE MEMORIAL SERVICE. IF LIFE IS MEASURED BY THE PEOPLE, YOU IMPACT. TYLEE CRAFT WAS A RICH MAN. WHAT LED TO THE &gt;&gt; WHAT GOT THE STRENGTH OF LONG LINES AT SUMTER, HIGH SCHOOL IN SOUTH CAROLINA. FAMILY COACHES, TEACHERS LAUGHED. YEAH. &gt;&gt; AND CRIED. &gt;&gt; THE CAROLINA RECEIVER PASSED AWAY OCTOBER 12 AFTER 2 AND A HALF YEAR BATTLE WITH CANCER. &gt;&gt; HIS &gt;&gt; LIFE WAS LOST BUT NOT IN &gt;&gt; TILEY STRONG FOREVER. AND YOU KNOW, YOU MIGHT SEE IS A TASK IT BEHIND ME. I'M GOING TO SHOW YOU NO BOY HELPED RAISE A NINJA. NO BOYS IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD. &gt;&gt; YOU WANT TO TALK ABOUT STRONG TYLEE CRAFT WOULD REGULARLY SHOW UP AT UNC PRACTICES IMMEDIATELY AFTER CHEMO TREATMENT. YOU KNOW, WE ALL GET CAUGHT UP IN THE WINS AND LOSSES. BUT TYLEE CRAFT TRULY KEPT THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE FOR UNC BACKGROUND SAID THAT IN ALL OF HIS YEARS OF COACHING, NO ONE HAD A BIGGER INFLUENCE AND TYLEE CRAFT. SUMTER, HIGH SCHOOL,</p>

Tylee Craft remembered and celebrated at Sumter H.S

North Carolina early voting surpasses 1 million mark in first 4 days

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Lenovo Center responds to backlash for scheduling concert during State Fair

New signage on Lenovo Center, formerly PNC Arena, to be unveiled Thursday

Warm weather ahead: Highs near 80 by midweek

Warmer days ahead Monday-Friday 

Bill Clinton in Raleigh Sunday, Trump hits NC hard Monday and Tuesday

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Trump, Slinging Fries and Smearing Harris, Takes Turn Behind a McDonaldâs Counter

WRAL's Laura Leslie talks voter engagement, challenges from Helene on NBC's 'Meet the Press'

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Firefighters responded to a fire at a supermarket in Fayetteville on Saturday night.

Crews respond to fire at Kinlaw's Supermarket in Fayetteville

Kinlaw's Supermarket catches fire 

East Carolina has fired coach Mike Houston after five seasons.

East Carolina fires coach Mike Houston after 5 seasons and loss to Army

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Republican Dan Bishop and Democrat Jeff Jackson, both current members of the U.S. House of Representatives, are vying for an office that has seen its last five holders run for governor.

Bishop, Jackson offer differing visions for North Carolina AG role

U.S. Reps. Jeff Jackson, D-Charlotte, and Dan Bishop, R-Waxhaw.

Two firefighters from the North Raeford Fire Department have been arrested and charged with using department funds for personal use.

2 North Raeford firefighters arrested for embezzling department funds

Johnny Alexander Baker Jr. and David Christopher Bolton were arrested and charged

Looking for haunted houses, trails and frightfully fun adventures this October? If Halloween to you means spooky and scary, read on. 



Get spooky: Haunted houses, Halloween scares near Raleigh 

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Kareem Shabazz has been missing for days. On Saturday, family members went door-to-door in a Zebulon neighborhood in hopes of learning more about his mysterious disappearance.

Days-long search for missing Raleigh man continues in eastern Wake County

Missing Raleigh man

WASHINGTON (AP) â The United States is investigating an unauthorized release of classified documents that assess Israel's plans to attack Iran, three U.S. officials told The Associated Press. A fourth U.S. official said the documents appear to be legitimate.

The US is investigating an unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel's attack plans

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CAMBRIDGE, New York (AP) â After he and his fellow monks sang morning prayers in their church nestled in a forest, Brother Luke walked back to his residence to be greeted by a different kind of choir.

Learning about God from dogs, Orthodox monks breed and train canines in upstate New York monastery

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The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to Nov. 30. The most active time is late August into October, but it's possible to see a hurricane make landfall any time of the year.

Hurricane season 2024: Tropical Storm Oscar becomes 15th named storm

Tracking the tropics Nadine and Oscar 

Helene hit on Sept. 27, bringing record-breaking rainfall amounts and unprecedented devastation to western North Carolina. Biltmore closed shortly after impact.

Biltmore Estate to reopen Nov. 2, 5 weeks after Helene

Biltmore Estate after Helene: Entrance flooded, some buildings damaged

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Your favorite WRAL-TV reporters will be at the fair each day. Here is the schedule. Be sure to stop by!

Visit WRAL at this year's State Fair!

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The 2024 North Carolina State Fair is a beloved annual tradition, offering something for everyone. From thrilling rides and delicious food to educational exhibits and live entertainment, there's always something to enjoy.

Your ultimate guide to the 2024 North Carolina State Fair  

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NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know for Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

Early voting is underway. See your ballot and make a plan to vote.

Decision 2024

Get ready for a jam-packed weekend with our picks including the State Fair, Sabrina Carpenter and more! 

Weekend best bets: NC State Fair, Sabrina Carpenter

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Our universe might be chock-full of cosmic wonder, but you can observe only a fraction of astronomical phenomena with your naked eye. Meteor showers, natural fireworks that streak brightly across the night sky, are one of them.

The Orionids Meteor Shower Is Peaking. Here's How to Watch.

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There are several ways to win the big prize stuffed animal at the North Carolina State Fair. Hear from winners on the best ways to do it.

Elephants, dragons and Sonic the Hedgehog: How to win the big prize stuffed animal at the North Carolina State Fair

Caleb Phillips (left), Jameson Johns (middle) and Matt Phillips (right) won a stuffed elephant on Monday at the North Carolina State Fair.

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The combination of fair traffic, ongoing construction near the fairgrounds, and concert traffic created a perfect storm of gridlock, leaving attendees trapped in their vehicles for extended periods.

Major traffic issues during State Fair and Lenovo Center concert frustrate visitors 

Major traffic issues during State Fair Lenovo Center concert frustrate visitors 

Bill Clinton campaigns for Harris in Raleigh as polls show tight race in NC 

'Ugly pumpkins' gain appeal with customers at orchards

Customers look for ugly pumpkins

Pet of the Day for Oct. 20, 2024

Tar Heel Traveler: Memories of the State Fair

Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson votes early in High Point 

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Driver flees scene after striking pedestrian on Rock Quarry Road, returns and attempts escape

Local News

Hollywood Smothers scores go ahead 4th quarter TD, NC State survives at Cal 24-23

Traffic jam: Fair and Sabrina Carpenter concert create congestion in Raleigh

N.C. State makes westward trek to visit California in matchup of 0-3 ACC teams

NCSHP: At least 2 hurt from crash caused by truck driver falling asleep on I-95

Georgia authorities investigating a dock gangway collapse that killed 7 on a historic island

Nation/World

Harris urges Black churchgoers in Georgia to head out to vote and gets an assist from Stevie Wonder

Israel says it will target Hezbollah's financial arm and begins striking Beirut

Will US convenience stores find the secret to selling better food?

Cubans struggle as power not fully restored days after blackout and hurricane hits island

A baby cow made its debut Saturday afternoon at the North Carolina State Fair.

Cuteness overload: Baby cow born at North Carolina State Fair, both mom and calf healthy and happy

Little baby cow born Saturday at NC State Fair 

Taking a ride on the new NC State Fair slide

NC benefit concerts planned to aid in Hurricane Helene recovery

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Foodie News: Tacos and tequila restaurant opening in Raleigh

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Out & About

Are foreign adversaries China and Russia amplifying hurricane misinformation? NC lawmakers seek intel

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Fact check: Did Harris stage NC photo op with supplies that weren't sent to Helene victims?

Fact check: No, North Carolina's post-Helene election changes are not signs of 'cheating'

Fact check: Trump falsely claims Cooper blocked Helene aid to western NC

Fact check: Democrat's ad says Republican Ashlee Adams 'campaigned for Mark Robinson and his radical agenda'

Meet the Press panel on Oct. 20, 2024

NC Capitol

Meet the Press: NC is a swing state with close races in national spotlight

NC Supreme Court ruling could shake up multibillion-dollar hospital industry

NC superintendent candidate says she's not calling for 'armed revolution'

GOP officials can't purge 225,000 voters in NC, Trump-appointed judge rules

NC superintendent candidate calls election 'American Revolution 2.0'

Education

Morrow makes comments about fighting after election

'Really scared': Rolesville High parents, students wait 2 hours for lockdown to end

App State student body president discusses students' return to campus after Helene devastation

Wake teacher who wore tutu for spirit week says it was a joke, mom calls it 'sexualizing'

Advocates call for laws to increase staffing, improve care at nursing homes

WRAL In Depth

Caught on camera: Nursing home employee charged with assaulting resident

'It's really exciting': Police department using drone technology to improve emergency response

Road closures continue throughout western NC: Find out what routes to avoid

Comparing flu, COVID, cold and RSV: Understanding the differences and how to protect yourself

Commanders lose Jayden Daniels to a rib injury in a 40-7 romp over the Panthers

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NFL Week 7: Sunday's scores, schedules

Duke dominates scrimmage vs. Lincoln in Flagg's debut

Lynx and Liberty ready for winner-take-all Game 5 of WNBA Finals with history on line for both teams

Canes comeback comes up short, Carolina falls 4-3 at St. Louis 

Volleyball playoff brackets finalized by the NCHSAA; First round games are Tuesday

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Interactive 2024 NCHSAA volleyball state playoff brackets

HighSchoolOT's latest regional Top 15 rankings for boys soccer

List of NC high schools with turf fields - almost 20 added in last four years

Brackets set for NCHSAA girls dual-team tennis state playoffs

Advocates are calling on state lawmakers to enact changes that will improve conditions and care for residents at long-term care facilities, including Carver Living Center, that has been the focus of multiple WRAL investigations in recent weeks.

Lawmakers could require more staff at nursing homes, but it would be costly

Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz and former President Bill Clinton made a campaign stop Thursday in Durham.

Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz, Former President Bill Clinton make campaign stop in Durham

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More than 350,000 North Carolina voters cast a ballot Thursday, the first day of the 2024 general election early voting period.



Voters set record for early voting in North Carolina

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"This has been the worst facility that I have ever seen in North Carolina..."  A local nursing home is at the center of a WRAL investigation. Only on WRAL at 6, an employee convicted of abusing a resident --all caught on camera -- and a former manager speaks out to WRAL. 

Abuse at Durham nursing home caught on camera: WRAL Investigates the conditions inside the facility

Abuse at a nursing home caught on camera: WRAL Investigates the conditions inside the local facility

As extreme weather events become more frequent and intense, utilities across North Carolina and beyond face increasing challenges to maintain reliable and affordable electric service.

NC lab tests new methods to protect the power grid

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As extreme weather events intensify and become more frequent, North Carolina's utilities are grappling with unprecedented challenges in delivering reliable and affordable electric service.

As weather threats increase, NC lab tests new methods to protect the grid

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5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: China Wok Buffet and Panda King 

5 On Your Side: Easy way to rid your car of that funky smell

Car have a funky smell? 5 On Your Side's tips to remove odors

Colsen recalls nearly 90,000 tabletop fire pits after reports of serious burn injuries

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On WRAL at 6 : Hundreds of safety violations in Wake Schools uncovered in WRAL investigation raise questions of student safety. 

Feds charge 16 Fayetteville Hells Angels members in murder, attack

Bullets flying, hammers swinging in parking lot: 16 members of motorcycle gang face charges

Local police using a drone to keep streets safe

Investigations

Mike Walden: Growth corridors spread the wealth across North Carolina

Donald Thompson: Embrace neurodiversity to unlock innovation and productivity

LinkedIn's top 50 startups in America: How North Carolina can capitalize on its tech spotlight

Grace Ueng: Show her the money! Women are better bets

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Musk offers voters $1 million a day to sign PAC petition backing the Constitution. Is that legal?

Hundreds of frozen waffle products recalled due to possible listeria contamination

American despair: In Arizona, high home prices and limited prospects shape voters' presidential pick

Mail carriers reach tentative contract with USPS that includes pay raises and air-conditioned trucks

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Family

Pullen Park Holiday Express ticket glitch disrupts sales

Inspectors check 158 food vendors before start of NC State Fair

NC State Fair kicks off Thursday

Tickets on sale for Marbles Kids Museum's holiday events

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