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Police said a person of interest is in custody and speaking with investigators, adding both the shooter and the victim knew each other and it's an isolated incident.

Man killed in shooting at Fenton parking deck, Cary police say

HIKE THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL. AND WE START WITH BREAKING NEWS HERE IN THE WRAL LIVE CENTER. NEW INFORMATION ABOUT THAT DEADLY SHOOTING AT FENTON IN CARY. WE ALSO HAVE A NEW PICTURE. >> FROM ONE OF OUR VIEWERS OF THAT SCENE, YOU CAN SEE KERRY POLICE THERE AND CRIME TAPE UP CARRY. POLICE ARE TELLING US THIS HAPPENED AROUND 8.45. THIS EVENING WITH REPORTS OF A SHOOTING IN THE GREEN DECK AT FENTON. THEY GOT TO THE SCENE AND THEY SAY THEY FOUND A MALE VICTIM SHOT TO DEATH INSIDE A VEHICLE. APPARENTLY NOT LONG AFTER THAT, SOMEONE CALLED KERRY POLICE AND SURRENDERED AND THAT PERSON CURRENTLY IS IN CUSTODY AND INVESTIGATORS ARE INTERVIEWING THE KERRY. POLICE SAY THIS IS AN ISOLATED INCIDENT. THERE IS NO THREAT TO THE COMMUNITY AT THIS POINT. WRAL'S AARON THOMAS IS ARRIVING THERE AT THE SCENE

Shooting scene Friday night in Fenton

Cary police: Man killed in shooting at Fenton parking deck

Woman shot, killed at bank inside Lumberton Walmart, police say

Large police presence outside of a Walmart in Lumberton.

Government funding bill clears Congress and heads to President Biden, averting a shutdown

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Chilly and windy start for winter expected on Saturday

Winter officially begins Saturday at 4:20 a.m.

Grimsley completes perfect season, defeats Rolesville in 4A state title game

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Family of man found dead in Harnett County jail files lawsuit against sheriff, others

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Inside Poe Hall: The chemicals and where they were found

Inside Poe Hall: Office in Suite 608

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Stacker used IMDb and Metacritic to round up 50 of the best Christmas movies of all time. 

50 of the best Christmas movies of all time

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Drivers and airline passengers without reindeer and sleighs better make a dash for it: it's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel in the U.S.

It's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel

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Zebulon police arrested Jason Linwood Hedges on Friday, accusing him of shooting and killing 55-year-old Robert Cummings on Thanksgiving Day. Police also arrested Armond Ledbetter, who is charged with accessory after the fact.

Two men arrested in deadly Thanksgiving morning shooting in Zebulon

Police officers arrested Jason Hedges (left), who is charged with the Thanksgiving murder of Robert Cummings. Officers also arrested Armond Ledbetter (right), who is charged with accessory after the fact.

As the school bus driver shortage continues in Durham, the district is looking at solutions including family responsibility zones and express bus stops.

Durham Public Schools approves family responsibility zones as bus driver shortage continues

Durham school bus driver shortage

A 16-year-old was airlifted to the hospital, where the teen remains in critical condition with life-threatening injuries.

18-year-old faces charges, 7 hospitalized, teen in critical condition after Roxboro police chase

Seven people are in the hospital, including a 16-year-old in critical condition, after a police chase Thursday afternoon in Roxboro. Photo submitted.

The man who hit and killed a WRAL employee in January 2022 pleaded guilty Friday to hit-and-run, death by motor vehicle and having an open container of alcohol in the vehicle.


Man pleads guilty to hit-and-run that killed WRAL employee during snowstorm

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a lawsuit against Zelle's operator and three major banks--Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo--accusing them of prioritizing speed over security in their rush to compete with other payment apps like Venmo.


Lawsuit: Major banks rushed Zelle to market, allowed fraud in cash transfers

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NEW YORK (AP) â The U.S. flu season is underway, with cases surging across much of the country, health officials said Friday.

US flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

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As concerns over toxic PCBs rise, some universities across the UNC system are taking new steps to address potential contamination risks.


The evolving approach to PCBs at UNC System schools

Most UNC System schools show no records for PCB testing before NC State closed Poe Hall

A new five-year grant is funding research into why women are more prone to ACL injuries than men. Duke's Louis DeFrate leads the study with a focus on knee shapes, movement and biological factors that contribute to the disparity.

Duke researchers launch $3.9 million study to investigate gender differences in ACL injuries

A new five-year grant is funding research at Duke into why women are more prone to ACL injuries than men.

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Here's how Triangle residents can prepare for the winter season.

How to prepare for winter in the Triangle

Snow, winter, snowflakes, flurries, ice, cold weather

Check out our list of winter break activities to keep the kids entertained over the holiday break.

Ideas for family fun in Raleigh over winter break

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Donate to the Salvation Army: Coats for the Children

Coats for the Children

Rick Grandinetti has been dazzling his Cary neighbors with sky-high Christmas lights for decades.


Waterfall of Christmas lights: Cary home flips switch on 250,000 lights

Cary home dazzles with 250,000 lights 

Floor by floor and room by room, WRAL Investigates breaks down all of the toxic chemical testing from NC State's Poe Hall. See exactly where tests were taken and what was found. Learn about the reported cases of cancer in more than 200 people who learned or worked there. This is best experienced on a computer at full size.

Explore Poe Hall: The cases, the building, the aftermath

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WRAL's annual fundraiser provides winter warmth to Triangle-area families. 

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$3.9 million grant fueling Duke efforts to uncover mysteries surrounding ACL injuries

How changes to school bus systems will impact Durham families

Federal government shutdown could have significant impacts on NC

Fled the scene, fled the state: Driver gets jail time for hit-and-run that killed WRAL employee

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$9.2 billion in disaster aid for North Carolina at risk if Congress can't pass funding plan

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Foodie News: Long-awaited Crawford Brothers Steakhouse opens Friday in Fenton

Zebulon Board of Commissioners appoints new town manager

3, 2, 1! Your guide to New Year's Eve in the Triangle

RDU prepares for one of the busiest travel days of the holiday season Friday

The Latest: Schumer says Senate on course to pass bill before funding lapses at midnight

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At least 2 dead and 60 hurt after a car drives into a German Christmas market in a suspected attack

Party City closing all stores, going out of business

House rejects Trump-backed plan on government shutdown, leaving next steps uncertain

Official says Wisconsin shooter was new student at Christian school where her victims had deep ties

Multiple Triangle area restaurants are open on Christmas Day including dine-in and take-out options. Read on for the list. 



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Fact-checking claims about Elon Musk, Taylor Swift and new Tesla products

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Would a government shutdown affect holiday mail and travel? 8 questions, answered.

Trump debate claim is 2024 'Lie of the Year'

'They're eating the pets:' Trump, Vance earn PolitiFact's Lie of the Year for false Haitian claims

Fact check: No, responders didn't fill 600 body bags after Helene hit North Carolina

Democrats, critics amp up pressure on Republican Supreme Court candidate to concede 

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NC auditor-elect will have new powers when he takes office in January

Why the NC Supreme Court may not rule on GOP effort to throw out 60,000 ballots

Republican NC Supreme Court candidate wants GOP-led high court to toss ballots after elections board rejects protest 

'An unparalleled honor': NC Gov. Roy Cooper gives farewell speech in Nash County

Durham Public Schools leaders weigh solutions for school bus driver shortage

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Center for Safer Schools moves to a new agency, how that will affect school safety

Center for Safer Schools moves to a new agency: Here's how that will affect school safety

New charter high school approved for Wake County with biotechnology focus; still needs state approval

Already facing budget shortfalls, Wake Schools projects tens of millions of dollars in new requirements next year

NC doctor's license revoked after he sent sexual text to patient's father

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In Depth with Dan mailbag: From 2024 NC election to drones

No consequences: Records reveal Durham DA's policy not to prosecute gun charges

Mysterious drone sightings spark nationwide concerns, including in NC

Crystal Mangum comes clean: 2006 Duke lacrosse case was based on false accusations

Notre Dame kicks off twelve team playoff with 27-17 win over Indiana 

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Charlie Lindgren shines with a windmill save as the Capitals beat the Hurricanes 3-1

The Chapel Bill Timeline: From interview to introduction in 9 days

Northern Nash High School's Emily Clay finds inspiration through family

'Front-row seats to something amazing': In 2024, the sports world, again, had unforgettable moments

HSOT Postgame: Recapping Grimsley's 4A State Championship victory

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FINAL - Grimsley 35, Rolesville 23: Updates & analysis from the 4A championship game

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Last year, a group of NC State employees battling breast cancer urged the university to test Poe Hall for environmental hazards. The results showed dangerously high levels of toxic chemicals, prompting the university to close the building, displacing hundreds of workers and students. Over the past six months, WRAL reviewed more than 1,000 pages of testing documents to uncover what they may have been exposed to.

Toxic chemical testing inside NC State's Poe Hall: Where tests were taken and what was found

Toxic chemical testing inside NC Stateâs Poe Hall

The clock is ticking on TikTok, the popular social media app. Congress passed the ban in April and it's set to take effect in January. The company has asked the United States Supreme Court to intervene. WRAL Capitol Bureau Chief Laura Leslie talked to experts who say the court might step in.

Looming TikTok ban could be paused by U.S. Supreme Court

Most people probably can't name the state labor commissioner, but that person oversees worker safety for the entire state. A political newcomer won the office this year - Republican Luke Farley.

Next NC labor commissioner to focus on worker safety

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The research, published in JAMA, suggests that active monitoring could be a viable alternative to surgery and radiation for low-risk patients with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), known as stage zero breast cancer.


New Duke study could mean fewer with early-stage breast cancer would face surgery, radiation

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Gov. Roy Cooper criticized a new law limiting his power over North Carolina's Utilities Commission during a visit to Kempower in Durham. While celebrating the state's clean energy growth, he warned the changes could hinder renewable energy progress and consumer protection efforts.

Cooper calls out GOP-led Utilities Commission overhaul

Gov. Roy Cooper criticized a new law limiting his power over North Carolina's Utilities Commission during a visit to Kempower in Durham.

New labor commissioner pledges to seek balance between worker safety and prosperity

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Car seat recall: Dirt can loosen harness on some Nuna car seats

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates 0.25%

5 On Your Side: Buying children's toys that are safe and age appropriate  

CFPB warns credit card companies about bait-and-switch rewards

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FEMA lags behind its prior projection as hundreds of Helene victims await temporary housing

NC a hotbed for extremist group's activities, expert says

'Paper terrorism' jams up NC courts, costs taxpayers, targets law enforcement

FTC claims weapon detector company misled school systems

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Mike Walden: Are tariffs the answer?

Donald Thompson: Want high-performing teams? Promote creative tension and workplace trust

Tom Snyder: New tech + existing industry: NC must attract both to grow economy

Greg Behr: Haruki Murakami interviews offer a model for business leaders

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Big Lots conducts going-out-of-business sales after sale of company falls through

VW wage deal for 120,000 German workers avoids layoffs, plant closures

Rebooted vehicle brand Scout Motors hopes its EVs built in SC will attract drivers

FDA says knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market

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Holiday tips for those caring for loved ones with dementia

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Labor of love: Clayton man fills yard with hundreds of Christmas statues 

Changing traditions: Managing the holidays despite dementia

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Elves in Indiana help Santa respond to letters

Last minute holiday deals from Walmart, Target, Macy's, Amazon and more

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UPDATED: 100+ Last minute stocking stuffers & gifts under $6 for kids, adults and pets!

Amazon Holiday Sale: Apple AirTag 4 Pack only $69.99, Fire TV Stick only $19.99 (50% off), Fire 7 Kids tablet only $49.99 (50% off), Echo Pop Smart Speaker only $17.99 (55% off)

BJ's Wholesale Club one year membership only $15 (73% off) or Sam's Club Membership for only $20 (60% off)

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

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