Durham police are investigating a shooting that occurred near the downtown bus terminal on Thursday afternoon. No injuries were reported. 

Car hit by gunfire near downtown Durham bus terminal

Tonight at 6, WRAL Investigates reveals a gap in our state mandates that could put families at risk.

On WRAL at 6: Before you get in any pool, watch this story!

More than a dozen former employees say understaffing at Brynn Marr Hospital contributes to what they describe as a dangerous place for patients and employees. Hospital officials say allegations of violence, sexual assaults, overmedication and lack of mental health therapy are unfounded.

Former employees say short-staffed NC psych hospital rife with violence, abuse

Brynn Marr Hospital

It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

Student testing 

The Neuse River Golden Retriever Rescue in Raleigh has introduced its newest available dog, Tracker, named after WRAL's beloved newshound who passed away in February.

tracker retriever