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On FOX 50 at 10 : Hundreds of protesters marching through the streets of Durham. Their demands for Duke University and the city

NC Voter Guide 2024: Everything you need to know about North Carolina's second primary election on May 14, 2024. Who's running, how, where, when you can vote.

Early voting for NC primary runoff; Election Day is May 14

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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

A school bus struck a tree in the 1200 block of Walnut Street around 4 p.m. Thursday, Cary police said. 

CARY, N.C. — A school bus struck a tree in the 1200 block of Walnut Street around 4 p.m. Thursday, Cary police said.

No children were on board the bus when the wreck happened, said Greg Thomas, a Wake County Public School System spokesman.

The bus driver did not appear to have any serious injuries.

No information was available about what school the bus was from or how the wreck occurred.

Cary school bus wrecks; no students on board

Security footage showed three people using a forklift to break into a Youngsville gun range, stealing multiple guns.

Thieves use forklift to steal pistols, long guns from Youngsville Gun Club

A Wake County judge ruled that North Carolina State University has 30 days to turn over documents related to Poe Hall and let the outside experts into the building.

Judge rules NC State must allow outside investigators inside Poe Hall

NC State University's Poe Hall

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Faculty Executive Committee held an emergency meeting Wednesday to "discuss events related to the protests on campus," according to the university's website.

'It goes back to proactive peace': UNC committee holds emergency meeting after pro-Palestinian protests

UNC Campus Police clear protesters out of Polk Place

New York-based Crystal Window & Door Systems is expected to create the jobs at a new factory in Selma, a government official with direct knowledge of the plans told WRAL.

Window manufacturer plans to add 500 jobs in Johnston County

Selma businesses

Hundreds of people on Wednesday rallied and marched in Durham, calling for higher pay for city employees on International Workers Day. The demonstrators say they are frustrated with the current state of affairs for employees in the city.

'People are struggling': Durham workers hold rally, march for better pay on International Workers Day

March and protest in Durham

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More than 50,000 applicants didn't receive an Opportunity Scholarship for next year, after eligibility was opened to all incomes and existing private school students.

NC lawmakers debate whether to increase funding for private school vouchers

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

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

NCHSAA Commissioner Que Tucker holds a press conference to discuss action taken at the spring board of directors meeting, including around realignment.

NCHSAA holds press conference following spring board meeting

Videos

The restaurant that trolled David Tepper leading up to the NFL Draft is at it again.

'Hats off': Charlotte bar trolls Panthers owner David Tepper again

David Tepper 

Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour is in the final year of his contract. He's led the Hurricanes to the playoffs in six straight seasons.

Waddell: Deal will get done, Brind'Amour wants to be 'Hurricane for life'

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Caminero HRs Twice, Turner-DeLuca Go Back To Back

Four nightcap homeruns lead Bulls to split in Gwinnett

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Guard RJ Davis averaged a career-high 21.2 points per game last season for North Carolina, which won the ACC regular-season title and earned a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament.

UNC's RJ Davis, ACC player of the year, returning for fifth season with Tar Heels

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The Panthers showed they're all-in on improving the offense at the NFL Draft. Will their strategy pay off? Plus, the Canes go for the gentlemen's sweep, a new era in the NBA and more!