We’re also following Pro-Palestinian protests at UNC-Chapel Hill, when we could see our first 90-degree day of the year, and a preview of the new Dueling Dinosaur exhibit before its grand opening tomorrow. Watch WRAL-TV at 7 and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com.

On WRAL at 7: 6-month-old infant shot, 1 killed. What we’re learning about more victims

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods: How to protect your home in North Carolina

Princeville residents weigh options after Hurricane Matthew

Athens Drive Magnet High School and Conn Magnet Elementary School won national awards Saturday at the Magnet Schools of America's annual conference.

Top two magnet schools in the US are in Wake County

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Elmo and Super Grover visited WRAL this morning to tell us all about their new Sesame Street Live show, Elmo's Super Heroes.

Elmo and Super Grover visited WRAL this morning to tell us all about their new Sesame Street Live show, Elmo's Super Heroes, which runs at the PNC Arena Friday through Sunday. Tickets start at $12.

When Super Grover loses his super powers, the gang has to help him learn some healthy habits to get his mojo back! 

Elmo and Super Grover went to work at WRAL on May 31, 2012. They were in town for Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes at the PNC Arena.

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While they were here, Elmo and Grover helped out in the newsroom. Check out the <a href="https://www.wral.com/video/entertainment/out_and_about/video/11157282/">video below</a> to see their work! 

Elmo and Super Grover helped out in the WRAL newsroom on Thursday. They were in town to promote Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes at the PNC Arena. 

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A dump truck hit a metal structure and sign over Interstate 440 in Raleigh on Friday, closing both directions of the highway for a surprisingly short period of time. 



Dump truck hit sign over I-440 in Raleigh, slowing traffic for close to 1 hour

Damaged sign over I-440 blocks traffic in Raleigh

Multiple people were shot in Red Springs on Friday near the intersection of Pearsall Road and Children's Road.

Shooting in Red Springs leaves multiple injured, including 6-month-old 

Authorities are investigating a serious crash near Raleigh-Durham International Airport Thursday that left two people injured.  

Two seriously injured in Lumley Rd and Commerce Blvd crash 

Before she was called to the NASA Astronaut Corps, Christina Koch was a kid in Jacksonville, North Carolina, who went on to attend North Carolina School of Science and Math in Durham.

Christina Koch holds home state dear; hopes to inspire future explorers

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If new sports bettors win anything at all, they owe taxes on it under state law and they may owe the feds, too.


Win or lose, tax bill will come for new sports bettors in NC

Mobile sports betting

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

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Boviet Solar plans to spend $294 million by the end of 2027 as part of the deal, state economic development officials said Friday. Commerce officials approved an incentives package worth up to $16.4 million.

Gov. Cooper announces major economic development deal in Greenville

A lockdown has ended at Enloe High School in Raleigh, police said Friday.

No threat at Enloe High School, releasing students early

Update on lockdown at Enloe High School

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Coming off a momentous win in Game 2, the Carolina Hurricanes hit the road for Game 3 of the first-round playoff series against the New York Islanders on Thursday night at UBS Arena.

Canes defensemen, Andersen deliver without Pesce, Carolina beats Islanders 3-2, take 3-0 series lead 

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The Panthers got their guy, only it was a bit earlier than expected. What the Xavier Legette means for the Carolina offense, plus what to expect on day two and beyond.

Panthers trade into the first round, draft Xavier Legette at No. 32 overall

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Many thought the Panthers would have the night off, but apparently they didn't get the memo! Carolina traded back into the first round to draft South Carolina receiver Xavier Legette, on a night dominated by offensive playmakers.

NFL Draft Round 1 recap: Maye to the Pats, Panthers make surprise move to draft WR Legette

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The Panthers will exercise the $12.5 million option for Jaycee Horn in 2025. Horn is set to make $3.53 million this season.

Panthers to pick up Jaycee Horn's $12.5 million option for 2025 season, report says

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LAS VEGAS (AP) — The problems for Dallas are two-fold — the Stars aren't getting great scoring chances and for long stretches aren't even putting the puck on net.

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