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A Johnston County school bus was involved in a crash Friday afternoon according to the Highway Patrol. 

Suspect driver charged in connection of hit-and-run school bus crash in Johnston County

<p>&gt;&gt; NUMBER ONE, SOURCE FOR LOCAL NEWS. THIS IS WRAL. WE THANK YOU FOR STAYING WITH US HERE NOW AT 5.30, WE HAVE BREAKING NEWS IN JOHNSTON COUNTY WHERE A SCHOOL BUS HAS BEEN INVOLVED WITH A IN A CRASH WITH A WHITE VEHICLE YOU SEE HERE ON ITS SITE. THANKS FOR BEING WITH US. I'M DAN HAGGERTY AND I'M LENA TILLETT. SKY 5 FLEW OVER THE SCENE SHORTLY AFTER THIS HAPPENED. THIS IS ON WEB MILL ROAD. WE LEARNED STUDENTS ARE BEING TAKEN TO 4 OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL. &gt;&gt; WHERE PARENTS CAN COME AND PICK UP THEIR CHILDREN. WRAL'S WILL LEAD AN ALI IS IN THE BREAKING NEWS TRACKER AT THE SCHOOL. DESCRIBE THE SCENE THERE. WELL, AS YOU CAN SEE BEHIND ME, THERE'S NOT MUCH GOING ON, BUT I CAN TELL YOU A FEW MINUTES AGO THIS LOOKED VERY DIFFERENT. THIS IS THE PARKING LOT OF FORKS, MIDDLE SCHOOL WHERE THOSE PARENTS CAME TO PICK UP THEIR KIDS AFTER THEY WERE INVOLVED IN THIS CAR ACCIDENT. &gt;&gt; YOU CAN SEE THERE WERE MANY ON AMBULANCES THAT WERE PARKED THERE RIGHT NEXT TO THE CAFETERIA ALONG WITH THE SCHOOL BUS THAT CAME TO DROP OFF THOSE STUDENTS. I CAN SAY I SAW SEVERAL STUDENTS GET PICKED UP BY THEIR PARENTS AND THOSE PRETTY EMOTIONAL. AS YOU CAN IMAGINE, IT WAS VERY HEARTBREAKING FOR THOSE PARENTS TO GET THAT NEWS THAT THEIR CHILD WAS INVOLVED IN THIS TYPE OF CRASH. BUT THEY'RE LUCKY ENOUGH TO WALK AWAY, OK FROM THIS. I DID SPEAK TO A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AND HE TELLS ME THAT HE'S HOLDING OFF ON RELEASING THE NUMBER OF INJURIES SO THEY CAN MAKE SURE THAT THEY GET THIS INFORMATION, CORRECT. WE'RE GOING TO KEEP FOLLOWING THE STORY AND GET THAT INFORMATION TO YOU AS SOON AS</p>

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St. Augustine's in crisis: A timeline to its loss of accreditation and financial struggles

Saint Augustine's University filing lawsuit after accreditation terminated

Scattered showers likely this weekend in Raleigh, highs in the 80s 

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20-year-old killed by stray bullet at Raleigh hotel: $5,000 reward offered 

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Triangle graduation guide: NC State, UNC, Duke and more announce commencement details

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Every May, more than 190 wineries across North Carolina open their doors for a month of special events, tastings and promotions.

May is North Carolina Wine Month: Explore NC's award-winning wineries

ZincHouse Winery & Brewery is located at 6225 Wake Forest Highway in Durham, North Carolina.

The sight of a dilapidated old tobacco barn with peeling paint and caved in roof may not be an unusual sight along the rural roads of the Old North State - but in the small town of Cameron, those old barns look a lot different than your average countryside scene.

Down the Carolina backroads: Abandoned tobacco barns hold secrets from decades ago

Cameron Barnstormer Murals: Antique tobacco barns in rural NC with murals from decades ago.

Categories of tropical storms can save lives. From category 1 to hurricane category 5, here's what you need to know about the Saffir-Simpson Wind Scale.

From Category 1 to hurricane Category 5 - Here's what you need to know about the Saffir-Simpson Wind Scale

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The annual Race for the Cure, to be held Saturday in Research Triangle Park, is more than a fundraiser. It is a community celebration of how far the fight against breast cancer has come.

Race for the Cure is annual community celebration of advances in breast cancer detection, care

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A motorcycle rider suffered serious injuries after a crash on Tom Starling Road in Cumberland County on Friday night.

Cumberland County motorcycle accident leaves rider seriously injured

Tim Hall thought his late-night Doordash order might be delayed, but he never imagined he'd see a police officer at his door. 

Fuquay-Varina Police Officer delivers doordash order after arrest 

Some North Carolina lawmakers want to add a broad new definition of antisemitism to state statutes. Some say it's needed because state law doesn't clearly define the term. Others say the proposal could ban political criticism of Israel.

As NC lawmakers consider antisemitism bill, critics worry about free speech

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A pregnant goat named Beverly at the Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary has taken social media by storm with her heartwarming journey to motherhood.

TikTok goes Ga-Ga for Fuquay-Varina mom-to-be goat Beverly

Fuquay-Varina goat farm goes viral 

It's a busy weekend for festivals and fun in the Triangle with Star Wars-themed events, festivals, food and so much more.

Weekend best bets: Star Wars, Ham & Yam Festival and strawberries

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The second round will begin with Games 1 & 2 at Madison Square Garden, before coming to Raleigh for Games 3 & 4. 

Canes will play at 4 Sunday in New York

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If you bought ground beef at Walmart recently, check your refrigerator or freezer.



Walmart ground beef recall: Ground beef and patties may contain E. coli

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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There has been a lot of conflicting information coming from N.C. State leaders, and many people are frustrated by the university's lack of action and transparency. That's why WRAL 5 On Your Side launched its own investigation.

Poe Hall: The latest updates about the NC State scandal 

NC State Poe Hall contamination

Read on for your guide to a May full of fun, which includes the Got to Be NC Festival, The Lion King at DPAC, outdoor markets, strawberries, a dessert festival and more! 


75+ things to do in May

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Meet Brody! This adorable 4-year-old pup has lots of energy and loves to play. His ideal forever home would have a fenced in yard. He is a sweet dog and will choose to cuddle up to you in time. Brody is house and crate trained, but he would do better in a house without any larger dogs. For more information on how to adopt Brody, visit CrisisDogsNC.org.

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New driver license office opens in Tarboro

Hidden history: Abandoned barns have secret artwork from decades ago 

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Person dead after shots fired in Fayetteville

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Multiple cars broken into at three parks in Orange County

Gold Star marker at Freedom Memorial Park honors families of fallen heroes

11-year-old piano prodigy will play at Carnegie Hall

Advocates call on North Carolina lawmakers to pass bill to ease financial burden of cancer imaging tests

Biden Honors Prominent Democrats With Presidential Medal of Freedom

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Heavy rains over Texas have led to water rescues, school cancellations and evacuation orders

I-95 in Connecticut will close for days after fiery crash damages bridge, governor says

Middle school focuses on recovery as authorities investigate shooting of armed student

US employers scaled back hiring in April. How that could let the Fed cut interest rates

It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned paddler or a novice eager to dip your paddle, kayaking offers a unique way to explore Raleigh.

Explore on the water: How, where to kayak in Raleigh

Kayaking Harris Lake in Wake County

 Believe in magic! Unicorn World arrives in Raleigh

Foodie News: Berkeley Cafe and La Terrazza open in downtown Raleigh

'We are home:' Berkeley Cafe will reopen Monday at new location

Raleigh's NC Museum of History closing for 2 to 3 years for makeover

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'Dueling Dinosaurs:' One-of-a-kind dig at Raleigh science museum

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Fact check: Pelosi says Trump has 'the worst record of job loss of any president'

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Fact-checking 3 of Michele Morrow's claims about school safety

Fact check: RFK Jr. says Biden censored his political opponent

Fact check: Daughtry accuses Knott of being 'Biden's lawyer'

Fact check: Harris says 75% of school shootings used gun that 'was not secured'

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 2

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NC lawmakers consider bill targeting antisemitism

North Carolina Senate OKs $500 million for private school vouchers, student accounts

NC legislature to keep itself exempt from public records laws, top Senators indicate

Daughtry drops out of Triangle-area congressional race, Knott responds to endorsement 

'Not proud of UNC:' Protesters march through campus, stopping traffic and interrupting student activities

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Pro-Palestinian protesters march around UNC on Friday

Wake Forest University police investigating vandalism after antisemitic language found spray painted on sidewalks

Another possible protest Friday, barricades installed on UNC campus

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In Depth with Dan: Examining the American flag's role in Tuesday's pro-Palestinian protest at UNC

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Records reveal concerns over NC State's Poe Hall go back decades

Melting sea ice slows Atlantic Ocean currents; warmer water stays offshore to raise storm risk for the Carolinas

How marijuana reclassification could affect North Carolinians 

5 On Your Side: How to check your credit score is accurate

After top betting choices Fierceness and Sierra Leone, it's wide open for the 150th Kentucky Derby

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Courage look to bounce back with game in NJ Saturday

Extra Effort: Green Level's Kat Geiser always "right there" for her teammates

NC lawmakers seek to force UNC, NC State to play football, basketball vs. in-state schools

Gerber: History says lower your expectations for this Panthers draft class

No. 14 Alexander Central softball stuns No. 1 South Caldwell to claim conference tournament title

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Butler hires former Chambers state champion coach Glenwood Ferebee

Girls Lacrosse: Playoff predictions, top players, team favorites, upset alerts

Boys Lacrosse: Playoff predictions, top players, team favorites, upset alerts

Hillside LB Isaiah Deloatch is the 5th Rutgers commit from N.C. in 11 months

While the opioid crisis continues to grip communities and hundreds of thousands of people die annually, research shows that millions are also finding recovery. 

Millions of American in recovery from substance use disorder, data shows

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WRAL 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur obtained an email from an associate dean that showed  the administration had concerns about what employees were being exposed to more than a decade ago.

2012 document shows call for testing inside NC State's Poe Hall

As state lawmakers get closer to forcing sheriffs to work with federal immigration officials, protesters marched on the legislature Wednesday -- and North Carolina's two leading candidates for governor are weighing in.

NC immigrant groups rally against ICE bill

Families who lost loved ones to opioids are urging North Carolina lawmakers to require all schools to carry naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses.

Families of fentanyl victims push NC lawmakers for change

Families who lost loved ones to opioids gathered Wednesday, May 1, 2024, to urge North Carolina lawmakers to require all schools to carry naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses.

Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday vistied Wake STEM Early College High School in Cary to discuss careers in offshore wind.

Gov. Roy Cooper vistis Wake STEM Early College High School to discuss careers in offshore wind

Families push NC leaders for naloxone in all schools

Helping Drug Users Survive, Not Abstain: ‘Harm Reduction’ Gains Federal Support

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Judge rules NC State must allow outside investigators inside Poe Hall

CDC warns of multistate E. coli outbreak tied to recalled walnuts

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Distracted driving causes more crashes in NC than speed & alcohol combined

RDU plane crash poses questions about runway design

WRAL Investigates RDU's runway layout and how it impacts landing sequences

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Steve Rao: Triangle innovators make ours smart cities, let’s expand that vision to state

Durham-based tech entrepreneur Austin Armstrong on AI for business and raising seed funds

David Gardner: The right partner can be key to startup success

Senators want limits on the government's use of facial recognition technology for airport screening

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Can 'not Charlotte' recipe revive Triad economy?

Artists from Universal Music Group are heading back to TikTok as new licensing deal reached

Stocks close higher after softer-than-expected jobs report fuels hopes of an earlier rate cut

Apple's quarterly iPhone sales plunge 10%, but stock price surges on dividend, stock buyback news

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Marbles Kids Museum reopens On the Farm exhibit 

Experts fear 'catastrophic' college declines thanks to botched FAFSA rollout

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Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 deals & freebies

List of top grocery deals valid May 1-7

Tar Heel Traveler: Carolina Packers gear up for The Ham and Yam Festival 

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Tar Heel Traveler: Mountains to Sea Trail

Tar Heel Traveler: Wake Forest Garden Club celebrates its 100th anniversary

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