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We're tracking scattered storms moving through central North Carolina. Rain will become more widespread as we head into Thursday night.

WRAL Weather Alert Days: Severe storms popping up during evening commute, higher risk for Friday

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Severe weather risk for Thursday, May 29, 2025

Ultimate wedding gift: Bride walks down aisle with Apex boy, the recipient of her late son's heart

Inside 7-year-old Apex resident Saleh Ahmad's chest beats a heart donated by 4-year-old Myles Godfrey, who was killed in a car crash three years ago. Godfrey's mother, Kaci Wilson, invited the Ahmad family to her wedding over the weekend. 

Pastor plea: Word of God leader got $400K in COVID relief loans for personal use

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77% of Johnston County residents leave the county for work: New development hopes to change that

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'I'm not guilty': Orange Co. farm owner appears in court for allegedly allowing underage drinking

Dwight Poole, owner of Smokehouse Valley Farm, made his first court appearance after being charged with seven counts of aiding and abetting underage drinking at a massive party held on his property.

Wake County Animal Shelter reaching critical capacity for the fourth time since 2023

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North Carolina budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

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You might have become dismissive after seeing the headline to this article, but reading the entire piece will explain why women must be focused on first in any postpartum depression discussion, including men experiencing it.

UNC Health psychologist conducting research into men experiencing postpartum depression

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Raleigh and Wake County leaders answered questions and talked about directives for the outlook of the city, county and school district on Thursday.

Growth, housing and schools: Leaders speak to improvements, challenges of Raleigh living

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A young man from Wake Forest has had a long 11 months in coming back from a traumatic brain injury. On Thursday, John Walter and the WakeMed team celebrated how far he's come.

Wake Forest man still fighting from '1% chance' to recover from traumatic brain injury

John Walter and father Rob

The Carolina Hurricanes have reached the Eastern Conference Final in two of the last three seasons. But the Canes may need some roster tweaks to make it to the Stanley Cup.

Hurricanes know they need to get better. Here's what they could look to do this offseason.

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Attorneys for the family of Tyrone Mason, who was killed in an October 2024 chase and crash, held a rally Thursday to hold Wake DA Lorrin Freeman and troopers involved accountable, following an announcement that the two troopers will not be charged.

'Unprofessional': Attorneys for Tyrone Mason's family call for immediate firing of troopers

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UNC-Chapel Hill faculty members are raising concerns about a lack of professors receiving tenure this year, especially in the College of Arts and Sciences.

UNC-CH faculty concerned over 'highly unusual' lack of tenure promotions

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A 101-year-old World War II Veteran was honored for his service in Rocky Mount on Thursday. 

Ceremony honors 101-Year-Old WWII veteran for decades of military service

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A 26-year-old man is in the hospital after a potential shark bite early Wednesday morning, according to the Sunset Beach Fire Department, WECT reports.


NC swimmer gets 11 stitches after potential shark bite in Sunset Beach

The State Bureau of Investigation identified the suspect as 19-year-old Joshua Farmer weeks ago. Now, Durham Police are disclosing new details in their investigation into Farmer.

Murder suspect who died in Durham police custody connected to death of 17-year-old

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The parents of a child shot and killed in a car in Mebane will face criminal charges for failing to keep the weapon stored safely.


Parents charged after child was shot near Mebane T-ball game

Shooting scene in Mebane on Wednesday night

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20 DMV locations have added Saturday walk-in hours

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Each week, we'll post a new weekly table of prices for 11 staple grocery items to help you compare across multiple Triangle area stores.

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

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A unique pattern east of the Appalachians is keeping us locked in the 60s for a couple days.

Ask the Meteorologist: How is 'cold air damming' making it feel more like fall in North Carolina?

How cold air damming is set up

With an alarming average of 37 child fatalities each year due to heatstroke in vehicles, Consumer Reports issues a vital warning for parents and caregivers.


5 On Your Side: Hot car deaths are a year-round threat, how to be aware

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Four North Carolina middle schoolers will compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee quarterfinals this week.

Four NC students in Scripps National Spelling Bee reach quarterfinals

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Orange County farm venue owner in court, denies responsibility

Apex heart transplant recipient walks donor's mom down the aisle

Raleigh pastor pleads guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud

Why are UNC and NC State men's basketball teams only playing each other once in 2025-26 regular season?

NC budget gets tighter in latest economic forecast 

Tar Heel Traveler: Pageant sewer

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Early-season kickoff times, broadcast schedule released for UNC, NC State and Duke football teams

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Man found shot at Durham park has serious injuries, sheriff's office says

Two 18-year-old Raleigh men arrested after chase injured Wake County deputy

State responds after 40,000 students affected by computer outage during end-of-grade testing

Durham sheriff's budget requests focus on safety in detention center

More Americans file for jobless aid but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty over tariffs

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$14 billion in clean energy projects have been canceled in the US this year, analysis says

Witnesses in Gaza describe more chaos at food distribution sites

Bitten by alligator, man is killed after charging at deputies, sheriff says

Harvard grads cheer commencement speakers who urge the school to stand strong

This weekend is filled with music including Keith Urban and a "Wicked" sing-along.

Weekend best bets: Keith Urban, Greek Festival and more

Keith Urban rocks Coastal Credit Union Music Park

Your guide to Pride in the Triangle

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List: Triangle Juneteenth events 

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100+ events to check out in NC this June

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Scenic drives, waterfalls and no admission fee: This NC state park is one of the nation's best

Enloe Creek in Great Smokey Mountain National Park. Photo: Big Stock

'Any girl can do anything': Holly Springs Salamanders celebrate league's first female baseball player 

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Out & About

Fact check: Did Memorial Day gas prices hit a 20-year low?

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Fact check: Would GOP bill strip Medicaid, health care from 13 million Americans?

Fact check: Did Trump's transportation secretary vote against air traffic control upgrades?

Fact check: Would Trump's tax and spending bill add to the deficit?

Fact check: Jeffries says 20% of veteran households use food stamps

Federal spending cuts could pull the plug on NC's clean energy boom 

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NC's clean energy boom could slow if Congress repeals tax credits

Proposed cuts to NC state income taxes could lead to budget cuts, economists say

NC tax cut debate could be major sticking point for state budget talks  

Trump DOJ sues North Carolina over election claims similar to Jefferson Griffin lawsuit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will begin revoking the visas of Chinese students

Education

Wake schools wrestling with AI policy as tech's presence grows in classrooms

Dr. Eric Bracy named new superintendent of Cumberland County Schools starting July

Wake schools leaders ironing out details of cellphone policy

Paying more for less? NC lawmakers propose UNC System tuition increases, budget cuts

'King tides,' heavy rain subside after causing 'perfect storm' on NC coast

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$772 million: What's in the City of Durham's proposed budget?

'I have never seen a party like this in my whole life': More than 70 calls to 911 for one farm party

With hurricane season approaching, officials urge North Carolinians to consider flood insurance

For the first time in more than a century, UNC won't host NC State in men's basketball game

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SEC's spring meetings: The future of college sports is in the balance at Florida resort

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 34 as Thunder top Timberwolves 124-94 to advance to NBA Finals

Here's when UNC, Duke, NC State and ECU all play in the NCAA baseball regionals

UNC will host, NC State, Duke will travel in college baseball regional round

Cardinal Gibbons QB Gannon Jones commits to Wake Forest

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Schedules set for NCHSAA lacrosse state championships

Previewing the 2025 NCHSAA softball state championships

Previewing the 2025 NCHSAA baseball state championships

Lake Norman surges by Hough, heads back to 4A boys lacrosse title game

With extreme weather squeezing yields, new climate-resilient crop varieties using marker-assisted breeding and artificial intelligence mapping promise farmers steadier harvests.

Climate-resilient crops help NC farmers beat weather stress

Climate-resilient crops promise relief for NC farmers

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A newly hired WRAL employee almost fell victim to a scam after posting about her career move. The scam, an apparent text message from a station manager, shows the increasing sophistication of fraudsters who exploit social media platforms to target professionals at all levels.


5 On Your Side: LinkedIn scam targets your work contacts

5 On Your Side: Be wary of job scams targeting you via text

Ryan O'Donnell created Your Case Plan, an app designed to connect people involved in a foster care case.

Former foster father tries to fix broken foster care system in NC

Donald Hughes, the vice chair of the political action committee, resigned after he said he uncovered alleged discrepancies between bank statements and campaign finance reports.

Former vice chair 'deeply disturbed' with campaign finance reports of Durham committee

SBI investigating case related to Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People

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5 On Your Side: Ingredient in gluten-free products contains high levels of lead

5 On Your Side: New WRAL employee warns of LinkedIn scam, how to stay alert

Disinfect to keep baby stuff clean and safe

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Former foster dad creates app that could help North Carolina's broken foster care system

SBI investigating case involving Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People 

New 911 calls reveal chaos, danger during massive Orange County field party

NC SBI investigating case involving Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People 

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Attention VCs: Making the case for the Triangle as Silicon Valley of the East

Grace Ueng's Plunge Club: Pilots and 12 keys to happiness

David Gardner: Every business degree should require sales classes

Greg Behr: 'ChatGPT-Itâ -- How OpenAI secured the verb for AI creation

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Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law

Final boarding call for free bags at Southwest as airline abandons a cherished perk

Activists voice concerns about incoming Mebane Buc-ee's, including air pollution

Volvo Cars cutting 3,000 jobs to reduce costs

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Family

Go Ask Dad: Memorial moment

NC AG Jeff Jackson cracks down on WeChat app being used for money launders, fentanyl trafficking

What is WeChat and why is it being used by criminal organizations for fentanyl trafficking?

UNC Health Championship tees off this week

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