All westbound lanes of Interstate 40 are closed in Raleigh at Exit 289 near Wade Avenue due to a crash. Tune into FOX 50 or 99.3 FM for updates.

I-40 West closed in Raleigh at Exit 289 near Wade Avenue due to crash. Turn on FOX 50 for traffic updates.

Have you noticed an unusual smell or flavor in your tap water over the past few days?

What's wrong with Raleigh tap water? Algae bloom at Falls Lake behind the smell, color

'Earthy and musty:' Here's why your tap water may taste strange this weekend in Raleigh

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

Kali Elizabeth Norris, of Franklinton, suffers from a medical condition that causes seizures. 

<b>FRANKLINTON, N.C.</b> — The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children joined the search for a missing 14-year-old girl on Saturday.

Kali Elizabeth Norris, of Franklinton, was last seen early Friday. Authorities said Kali suffers from a medical condition that causes seizures. <br />

Kali is described as white female, standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing about 125 pounds. She has pierced ears and a scar on her left forearm.

Kali was last seen wearing a black jacket and grey t-shirt with a camera and flash printed on it, as well as light blue jeans and black-and-white checkered, slip-on Vans shoes.

Anyone with information on Kali's whereabouts should contact their local law enforcement agency.

Franklinton police search for missing teen

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Students told WRAL News they heard multiple gunshots on the campus of Shaw University in downtown Raleigh on Tuesday.

74-year-old charged with shooting at man on Shaw University campus, police say

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Dozens of people are being forced to leave a homeless encampment on a strip of land along the Raleigh and Garner border, not far from the highway.

'Nowhere else to go:' Dozens forced out of homeless encampment along highway near Raleigh 

'Nowhere else to go:' Dozens living in encampment by Garner highway forced to move

A Raleigh man is charged with the murder of his younger brother.




Man charged with murder of younger brother in Raleigh 

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court will consider Wednesday when doctors can provide abortions during medical emergencies in states with bans enacted after the high court’s sweeping decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

Supreme Court will consider when doctors can provide emergency abortions in states with bans

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WASHINGTON (AP) -- A man who became a fugitive after a federal jury convicted him of assaulting police officers during the U.S. Capitol riot was sentenced on Tuesday to six years in prison.

North Carolina man sentenced to six years in prison for attacking police with pole at Capitol

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Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Tuesday and Friday Mega Millions Drawing.

Mega Millions Drawing

School safety is a key issue for many people in North Carolina, and the subject is top-of-mind as the state heads toward the November elections. WRAL's coverage of the 2024 election includes unedited livestreams of candidate appearances, full interviews and fact-checks of statements on issues voters tell us they care about most.

Republican state schools superintendent candidate Michele Morrow hosts campaign event on school safety

Videos

The Carolina Hurricanes scored 5 unanswered goals to steal Game 2 at home on Monday. What the win could mean for their ultimate goal this postseason, NFL Draft talk and more!

Canes magic, the Drake Maye debate and Uncle MJ in the sports moments of the week

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Since his final NBA season playing for the Dallas Mavericks in 2021, JJ Redick has served as an analyst and basketball commentator for ESPN. 

Duke legend JJ Redick to interview for Hornets head coaching job, report says

JJ Redick and other Duke greats were honored at halftime during the Duke vs. Maryland game pm Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, N.C. (Photo by: Will Bratton)

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Hurricanes were down big at home in the NHL playoffs, playing desperate hockey full of withering long shifts in the offensive zone as they tried to rally.

Aho, Martinook cap Hurricanes' late rally to beat the Islanders for a 2-0 playoff series lead

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The Raleigh-Durham metro area set a new best-ever level for year-round particle pollution, but levels of ozone smog increased. This is according to the American Lung Association's 2024 "State of the Air" report released on Wednesday.