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NC considers limiting public access to autopsy reports

Autopsy results could be withheld from families under proposed NC bill

Some state lawmakers are considering restricting public access to autopsy reports, which would protect due process rights but limit the public's right to know.

Raleigh property tax rate is going down, but you will probably pay more

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NC House Republicans won't sign off on mask ban proposal

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Former NC doctor serving life for murder may soon be free after a conditional pardon and 2-year wait

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Severe turbulence during Singapore Airlines flight leaves several people badly injured. One man died

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According to his mother, Crews, 6, was locked inside a closet inside a restraining chair at Mariam Boyd Elementary School in Warren County.

Mom upset after son with autism put inside closet for 'timeout'

Local News

Changes to state pension plan, 401(k) rules advance in NC legislature

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FILE - Former Mayor of New York Rudy Giuliani speaks during a news conference outside the federal courthouse in Washington, Dec. 15, 2023. Arizona attorney general Kris Mayes says Giuliani has been served an indictment in the state’s fake elector case alongside 17 other defendants for his role in an attempt to overturn former President Donald Trump’s loss to Joe Biden in the 2020 election. Mayes posted the news regarding the Trump-aligned lawyer on her X account late Friday, May 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

Ex-NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani pleads not guilty to felony charges in Arizona election interference case

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Political News

Raleigh police investigating two shots fired incidents they believe are connected

Shots fired in Raleigh neighborhoods, at least one home hit by bullets

Local News

5 On Your Side: An anonymous letter accused a Wake teacher of abuse. What happened after a mom pushed for an investigation

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Recall: Pedigree dog food sold at Walmart may contain metal pieces

North Carolina native Josh Sanders, who is from Kannapolis, is hoping to come out on top during Tuesday's finale of "The Voice."

'The Voice' finale tonight features NC artist Josh Sanders

Ben Van Leeuwen scoops Kraft Mac & Cheese flavored ice cream Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Kraft Heinz approached New York-based artisanal ice cream maker Van Leeuwen a few years ago about macaroni and cheese-flavored ice cream. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Sour Patch Kids Oreos? Peeps Pepsi? What's behind the weird flavors popping up on store shelves

Go Ask Dad: Magic broods

Hurricane Florence was one of the worst hurricanes in NC history.

Hurricane survival kit: How to keep your family safe when a hurricane hits

FILE - This undated photo provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick. Another mild winter and other favorable factors likely means the 2024 tick population will be equal to last year or larger, some researchers say. (CDC via AP, File)

Tick season has arrived. Protect yourself with these tips

Local News

JaKayla Duell (Photo: Harnett County Schools website)

Harnett County high schooler awarded more than $3 million in scholarships

Wake County residents demand full funding for schools, lower housing costs in county budget

'The Voice' finale tonight features NC artist Josh Sanders

Warrants reveal brutal injuries of unhomed woman murdered in tent encampment

Barcade opens in downtown Clayton with pizza, pinball and more

Nation/World

In this photo released by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, a Russian Iskander missile is seen during drills to train the military for using tactical nuclear weapons at an undisclosed location in Russia. Russia's Defense Ministry on Tuesday said it began the first stage of drills involving tactical nuclear weapons. It was the first time Russia has publicly announced drills involving tactical nuclear weapons, although its strategic nuclear forces regularly hold exercises. (Russian Defense Ministry Press Service via AP)

Russia begins nuclear drills following West's remarks suggesting possible deepening role in Ukraine

A serial killer convicted for killing 26 women is hospitalized after assault in a Quebec prison

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It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees

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Biden releasing 1 million barrels of gasoline from Northeast reserve in bid to lower prices at pump

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U.S. surpasses clean energy milestone of 5 million solar installations

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FILE - President Joe Biden, left, greets China's President President Xi Jinping, right, in Woodside, USA, Nov. 15, 2023. High-level envoys from the United States and China are set to meet in Geneva for talks about artificial intelligence including the risks of the technology and ways to set shared standards to manage it. The meeting Tuesday is billed as an opening exchange of views in an inter-governmental dialogue on AI agreed during a meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco. (Doug Mills/The New York Times via AP, Pool, File)

Fact check: Biden says China has more retirees than workers

Fact check: Trump says immigrants will 'destroy' Social Security

Fact check: Biden says Trump wants to monitor women's pregnancies

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

Fact check: Trump says he's 'not allowed to testify' under gag order

NC Capitol

A North Carolina bill would ban masks in public places.

Bill to ban masks in public faces opposition from some NC Republicans

Some NC House Republicans oppose anti-mask bill

Divisive or beneficial? Questions linger as UNC system looks to cut diversity programs

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 16

The Wrap: NC mask ban debate, AI porn, video gambling

6 Raleigh area pool, spraygrounds, splashpads (Adobe Stock)

6 spraygrounds, local pools now open for the season

Headliner of Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival unable to attend due to booking error

Bimbé headliner Monica says she wasn't booked. Durham city leaders begin investigation

Jo Koy will bring his comedy tour to Raleigh on Oct. 19, 2024 (Courtesy photo)

Jo Koy to bring comedy tour to Raleigh

75+ things to do in May

Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival headliner Monica unable to perform due to booking error

Devil Shoal oyster grown near Ocracoke, North Carolina by grower Fletcher O’Neal. Devil Shoal, along with other North Carolina varieties, will be regularly featured on the oyster bar menu. (Locals Seafood)

Foodie News: Locals Seafood holds grand opening

Education

Wake County educators to rally Tuesday for more money in schools

'It's time to do the right thing': Durham educators walk out of school board meeting, accuse district of union-busting tactics

Wake County taxpayers prioritize schools, libraries and housing in budget discussions

Orange County teacher accused of taking inappropriate photo of student

Wake County schools to consider implementing naloxone emergency use plan

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North Carolina faces an estimated nursing shortage of 12,500 workers by 2033.

North Carolina grapples with growing nursing shortage

Expect more bear sightings until August, wildlife experts say

How Red Lobster's misguided endless shrimp promotion drove it into bankruptcy

NC anti-mask bill could violate federal law, disability rights and free speech advocates say

NC schools are struggling with segregation 70 years after Brown v. Board, new research shows

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New York Rangers' Mika Zibanejad, back right, and Vincent Trocheck (16) celebrate a goal by Chris Kreider on Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen during the third period in Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Canes collapse, the Panthers paint and a NASCAR fight in the Sports Moments of the Week

Power conferences, NCAA to vote on landmark $2.7 billion settlement as smaller leagues balk at terms

Panthers' Dave Canales, Bryce Young embrace positive outlook for 2024 season

Former President Donald Trump expected to attend Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, track officials say

'Home Run Derby with defense' coming to DBAP this fall

HighSchoolOT

Here are the schedules for the NCHSAA baseball & softball regional championship series

Le'Ezra Brown leads Dudley to 3A boys track state title

Dudley repeats as 3A girls track state champions as several meet records fall

Swain County wins first 1A boys track title; Mountain Island Charter's Reggie Daniel named MOP

Swain County wins 4th straight 1A girls track & field title

WRAL Specialists

Median home values in Wake County $100,000 higher than median sale price in South

Raleigh homes selling for about $100,000 more than entire South region, data shows

Study highlights segregation impacting NC schools 70 years after Brown v. Board

Raleigh is the nation's third fastest-growing big city, data shows

How sewage floods at home turned into nightmares for Raleigh families

Raleigh families describe exasperation in dealing with homes flooded by sewage

Family

Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

Triplets reunite with NICU nurses 18 years later

Go Ask Dad: Magic broods

Protect your kids online: Raleigh elementary school to host internet safety event Monday

Parents honor baby's short life with foundation to fund research into the disease that took him

SmartShopper

New Swagbucks Swag Code valid from 1-3 pm ET on May 21

Top Amazon deals: Collapsible Camping Chair with 4-can cooler only $21.52, Amazon Essentials Men's Swim Trunks only $5.60 (69% off), Blink & Ring cameras and doorbells up to 50% off

Walmart Deals: Hanes Men's ComfortSoft T-Shirt 3-Pk only $10.98, Orthopedic 35" Dog Bed for large dogs only $18.99, Garage 4-Shelf Unit only $39.99 (reg. $109.99)

Sonic Drive-In: 1/2 price cheeseburgers after 5 pm every Tuesday

New Swagbucks Swago game May 20-27

Good News

Good boy: Shelter dog becomes bomb squad K-9 in Maryland

Good boy: Shelter dog becomes bomb squad dog in Maryland

Ed Dwight, America's first Black astronaut candidate, finally goes to space 60 years later

On cam: Police officer helps driver off deadly tracks seconds before a train speeds past

Taco stand in Mexico receives prestigious culinary award

Marine vet in hospice care receives high school diploma

Offbeat

Mariachis. A flame-swallower. Mexico's disputes between street performers just reached a new high

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Woman found living in Michigan store sign told police it was a little-known 'safe spot'

PHOTOS: At the Pet Gala, fashion goes to the dogs

Sour Patch Kids Oreos? Peeps Pepsi? What's behind the weird flavors popping up on store shelves

Billionaire rains cash on UMass graduates to tune of $1,000 each, but says they must give half away

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5 On Your Side

Pedigree recalls some hard dog food

Recall: Pedigree dog food sold at Walmart may contain metal pieces

Abuse allegations inside a classroom. Anonymous letter warned a mother to take action.

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for China Wok, Hibachi Sushi and Outback Steakhouse

Investigations

WRAL Investigates underage drinking & driving and how the ALE is targeting businesses that sell alcohol to minors.

WRAL Investigates: Stopping underage drinking & driving by finding the source

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

Police chases in NC have more than doubled since 2019. 24 people were killed in pursuits in 2022

Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

WRAL TechWire

NC State University ranks second among all U.S. public universities in research technology transfer and commercialization according to a comprehensive analysis recently released. NC State also ranks second among universities — public and private — without medical schools, and seventh among all U.S. universities. Here are the details.

Raleigh ranks No. 2 in best performing cities list, No. 5 for quality of life

U.S. surpasses clean energy milestone of 5 million solar installations

Cumberland County in running for $1 billion investment, 450 jobs from American Titanium

More companies offer on-site child care. Parents love the convenience, but is it a long-term fix?

Business

Learning how to use AI could boost your pay by 25%, study finds

More companies offer on-site child care. Parents love the convenience, but is it a long-term fix?

Cumberland County in running for $1 billion investment, 450 jobs from American Titanium

High inflation made finances worse for 65% of Americans last year

Tar Heel Traveler

Tar Heel Traveler: Clayton Piano Festival

Tar Heel Traveler: Bertie Peanuts gearing up for the Got to be NC Festival

Tar Heel Traveler: Chimney Rock Elevator celebrating 75 years

Tar Heel Traveler: Rainbow Bridge

Hometown Carolina

Support local businesses, communities, non-profits through the Hometown Carolina store

Washington Spring Homes & Gardens Tour

Raleigh's flower trail: Your guide to the best blooms and springtime trails

The Wonders of Goose Creek State Park

Fred Roos, 'Godfather Part II' producer and longtime Coppola collaborator, dies at 89

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Movie Review: The 'Mad Max' saga treads (hard-to-find) water with frustrating 'Furiosa'

'Stone Rain Dan': Green Bay collector amasses magnificent collection of the same 'Magic the Gathering' card

'The Apprentice,' about a young Donald Trump, premieres in Cannes

CBC Opinion

FILE - Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump reacts at a campaign rally in Freeland, Mich., May 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

ROB SCHOFIELD: Trump team's plan to gut American public education

JULIE VON HAEFEN: Unregulated, unaccountable 'crisis pregnancy centers' get millions in state tax dollars

Editorial: Don't let N.C. elections become coronations

Editorial: Truitt decries politicization of N.C. schools even as she dodged a tough stand

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