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Federal student loan payments are starting again. Here's what you need to know

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If you have student loans and haven't made a payment in the last three years, don't panic.

Borrowers are reassessing their budgets as student loan payments resume after pandemic pause

Robert Taylor greets Rolesville Elementary School students Oct. 2, 2023. It's the first of a planned 197 school visits for Taylor this year. Emily Walkenhorst/WRAL News

Wake schools' non-academic challenges are disrupting learning, new superintendent says

Former President Donald Trump, right, sits in the courtroom at New York Supreme Court, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, in New York. Trump is making a rare, voluntary trip to court in New York for the start of a civil trial in a lawsuit that already has resulted in a judge ruling that he committed fraud in his business dealings. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

A riled Trump sounds off outside the New York fraud trial that accuses him of lying about his wealth

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Woman killed in Durham neighborhood shooting, another injured

Time to buy? Raleigh real estate prices per square foot drop

How to increase your odds of winning a huge lottery jackpot

Man shot himself while handcuffed in police custody, Fayetteville police say

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FILE - A pharmacist holds a bottle of the antibiotic doxycycline hyclate in Sacramento, Calif., July 8, 2016. U.S. health officials plan to endorse the antibiotic as a post-sex morning after pill that gay and bisexual men can use to avoid some increasingly common sexually transmitted diseases. The long-awaited guideline says doxycycline can prevent certain illnesses if taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. One official says it's an innovative step to help battle record levels of STD infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention proposal was released Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)

US health officials propose using a cheap antibiotic as a 'morning-after pill' against STDs

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UNC police searching for man who sexually assaulted student in dorm building

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Spotlight: Sponsored: The Animal Protection Society of Durham: a fierce advocate for animals for more than 50 years

The Animal Protection Society of Durham: a fierce advocate for animals for more than 50 years

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

Suspect on the run after stabbing in broad daylight near Moore Square in Raleigh

Suspect still on the run after stabbing man in broad daylight Sunday near Moore Square in Raleigh

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2 killed in suspected grizzly bear attack in Canada's Banff National Park

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A young girl watches as she and other migrants who crossed the Rio Grande and entered the U.S. from Mexico are lined up for processing by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Eagle Pass, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Unlawful border crossings hit high for the year with over 200,000 apprehensions in September

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Google celebrates fall, Appalachian Trail with Monday's doodle

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Man killed, boy shot during high school football game in Greensboro

9-year-old girl missing from New York campground

Dozens search for girl who disappeared camping with family in upstate New York

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Lumberton man, 86, killed while riding bike

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FILE - A display panel advertises tickets for a Powerball drawing at a convenience store, Nov. 7, 2022, in Renfrew, Pa. An estimated $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot will be up for grabs, tempting players to spend a couple dollars on a longshot chance at instant riches. The prize is the world’s ninth-largest lottery prize behind earlier drawings of Powerball and Mega Millions, the other nearly nationwide lottery game. The prize on the line Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 has grown so massive because there have been 32 consecutive drawings since someone won the jackpot. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

How to increase your odds of winning a huge lottery jackpot

FILE - Beyonce performs at a Get Out the Vote concert for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 4, 2016. Beyoncé shined the brightest in a city full of Hollywood stars during the second night of her epic Renaissance Tour show on Saturday night, Sept 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

Beyoncé 'Renaissance' film coming to AMC, Cinemark theaters in NC

It was a day to remember for fans of all ages of the Duke Blue Devils, who hosted the "premiere college football pregame show" for the first time ever Saturday.

Photos: Best signs of ESPN's 'College GameDay' at Duke

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

Brew Coffee Bar. Image from John Huisman.

Best coffee shops in the Triangle

Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour has inspired dance parties, candlelight performances and more in Raleigh, Durham and elsewhere in central North Carolina.

Your guide to Taylor Swift-inspired events in the Triangle

Handcuffs on prison bars

NC detention center employee charged with giving phone, vape pen to inmate

Cool down: Lows drop into the 40s later this week

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$2 million winning Powerball ticket sold in Zebulon

Large power lines blocking Lake Wheeler Road after car crash breaks power pole

One person hospitalized after overnight shooting near PNC Music Pavilion, medic reports

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., joined by Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., holds a news conference just after the House approved a 45-day funding bill to keep federal agencies open, but the measure must first go to the Senate, at the Capitol in Washington, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Rep. Matt Gaetz is threatening to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy. It won't be easy

More suspects to be charged in ransacking of Philadelphia stores, district attorney says

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The Supreme Court opens its new term with a case about prison terms for drug dealers

If you win the lottery, here's what you should (and shouldn't) do

Karikó and Weissman win Nobel Prize in medicine for work that enabled mRNA vaccines against COVID-19

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Republican presidential candidates, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, left, and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, right, both speaking during a Republican presidential primary debate hosted by FOX Business Network and Univision, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark Terrill)

Fact-checking Republican candidate claims from the second presidential debate

Fact check: Does Trump want to punish women who get abortions?

Fact-checking McCarthy claim about payments to Biden family members, associates

Fact check: Ad claims Roy Cooper is 'blocking' school choice bill

Fact check: Biden says U.S. inflation rate 'lowest' of leading economies

VinFast breaks ground on $4 billion EV plant in Chatham County

Why NC lawmakers are betting $3 billion on professors, sewers and NASCAR in new state budget

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Sept. 28

New state budget includes money to feed more low-income school children

New state budget takes aim at hunger in schools

Gov. Cooper visits Fayetteville in push to boost training for clean energy jobs

Fall fun guide: Your 2023 guide to fall fun in Raleigh NC

From pumpkin-picking to hayrides: Your 2023 guide to fall fun in Raleigh NC

FILE - Beyonce performs at a Get Out the Vote concert for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 4, 2016. Beyoncé shined the brightest in a city full of Hollywood stars during the second night of her epic Renaissance Tour show on Saturday night, Sept 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

Beyoncé 'Renaissance' film coming to AMC, Cinemark theaters in NC

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Fall flavor fest: Triangle's best breweries serve up seasonal brews

North Carolina Farmer's Market in the Fall

Guide to the perfect fall day in the Triangle

Credir: NC State Fair

NC State Fair lists new rides, including 2-tiered carousel

Brew Coffee Bar. Image from John Huisman.

Best coffee shops in the Triangle

Education Matters, 2023-24 N.C. Regional Teachers of the Year

MARY ANN WOLF: Supporting teachers so they can support students

Wake County Schools swears in new superintendent Friday

'Our goal is to be the national model': New superintendent wants Wake schools to be more responsive to parents, students.

College Road Trip 2023: Visit campuses across NC

Wake County school board members review Parents' Bill of Rights

At 40 years old, Durham mom Crystal Leftdwrige decided she wanted one more child, in addition to her 14-year-old boy.

Triangle IVF patients travel out-of-state due to high cost of treatment

Head of Nash DSS out after state takeover of child welfare services

After two UNC lockdowns, NC State re-examining emergency preparedness plans

FAQ: What you need to know about the 2023 COVID vaccine, flu & RSV vaccines

Raleigh's murals tell the city's story, from history to culture to art

MJ Morris (16) in the pocket. Boston College rallied to beat NC State by a score of 21-20 on November 12, 2022 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Jerome Carpenter/WRAL Contributor)

NC State names MJ Morris starting quarterback

North Carolina WR Tez Walker eligible for postseason play despite NCAA ineligibility, Mack Brown says

Lea: Panthers lackluster offense falls on Reich, not Young

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Panthers continue winless start, fall 21-13 to Vikings

Duke QB Leonard's injury not as bad as feared, considered week to week

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The Huddle: Eye-popping stat leaders, Davie's domination, record performances

Match point: Green Level's Reese Roper completes journey back to volleyball court after battle with cancer

HSOT boys soccer rankings: Chapel Hill, Hopewell, and Green Hope join top 25

HSOT volleyball rankings: Heritage, LNC join statewide top 25

Football playoff projections for the 2023 postseason

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Quadriplegic man died after falling during bed change at Raleigh rehab facility, medical examiner reveals

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty looks at possible solutions to make downtown Raleigh safer, including hot-spot policing, improving street lighting, hiring private security and installing more security cameras.

In Depth with Dan: Finding solutions to making downtown Raleigh safer

Medical examiner: Quadriplegic man died after falling during bed change at rehab facility

Medical examiner: Quadriplegic man died after falling during bed change at rehab facility

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NC rolls out mobile treatment unit to fight opioid epidemic

NC rolls out mobile treatment unit to fight opioid epidemic

North Carolina is piloting a mobile clinic program to provide opioid treatment to rural counties.

NC's mobile clinics provide treatment for opioid addiction

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Nurse Doggie knows what sick kids need

Triangle's top 5 cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community blend perfectly

IBMA Bluegrass Festival builds family connection

Why Raleigh neighborhoods and its communities make the city inviting

Yoga is a path to healing for mothers

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HOT Amazon device sale: Fire TV Stick only $19.99 (50% off), Echo Show up to 71% off, Echo Smart Speakers up to 69% off, Blink home security up to 60% off

Target Circle Week is LIVE NOW: 50% off Christmas trees, up to 65% off kitchen appliances, 30% off clothing & Halloween

Time to activate your Food Lion Shop & Earn offers for this month

Top retail & restaurant deals Sept. 25-Oct. 1

Top grocery deals Sept. 27-Oct. 3

Jack is a Giant Schnauzer and is almost 6 months old.

Wake County Sheriff's Office welcomes new therapy K-9 named Jack

'UNC's Got Talent' offers joy-filled entertainment for staff and visitors

UNC Hospitals hosts 'Got Talent' competition

6-year-old girl saves family from house fire

Over the Edge: WRAL's Ashley Rowe takes 30-story plunge for Special Olympics

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Phillies deny emotional support alligator from entering ballpark

A Danish artist who submitted empty frames as artwork is appealing court ruling to repay the cash

Flamingos in Wisconsin? Tropical birds visit Lake Michigan beach in a first for the northern state

Ice pops cool down monkeys in Brazil at a Rio zoo during a rare winter heat wave

Hot dog! The Wienermobile is back after short-lived name change

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IBM	140.90	0.43%
Duke Energy	84.98	-3.72%
BofA	26.74	-2.34%
PNC Financial	120.33	-1.99%
WRAL30	2236.58	0.64%

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Powerball	$1.04 B	$80 M	MON 10/02
Mega Millions	$300 M	$33 M	TUE 10/03
Cash 5	$174 K	$35 K	MON 10/02

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In this week's Restaurant Rating s 5 On Your Side, Keely Arthur shares two restaurants facing multiple violations and one sweet spot with a perfect score.

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings : Acme Pizza Co, Mayami, & Bittersweet

September recall report: WRAL 5 On Your Side highlights recalls to know about

Recall report: WRAL 5 On Your Side highlights recalls to know about in September

3.4 Million Hyundai and Kia vehicles recalled due to fire risk

Dan Haggerty goes in depth about North Carolina Republicans, who also helped draft the 625-page state budget.

In-Depth with Dan Haggerty: How the state budget tweaks public records rules

On WRAL at 6: Popular fertility treatment plagued with backlog and high price tags

Why some women are crossing state lines for fertility treatment

New details emerge into shooting death of 5-year-old girl in Durham

Meet Atsena Therapeutics – a clinical-stage gene therapy company headquartered in Durham that’s on a mission to reverse and prevent blindness.

Vision fighter: Durham gene therapy startup lands $24.5M with clinical trial underway

Digital identity checks - especially biometrics - surging toward 70B a year, report says

Apple: iPhone 15 overheating due to apps, not titanium frame; fix coming

Lenovo acquires Japan based smartphone brand FCNT that 'went bust'

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A study by employment specialist Upwork estimates that 32.6 million Americans will be working remotely by 2025 if current employment trends continue. Of that growing population, a percentage will take remote work one step further by leaving the United States entirely. Let's take a look outside the U.S.

Interested in real remote work? Here are top overseas hot spots

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Bank of Japan survey shows manufacturers optimistic about economy

Durham City Manager to propose three plans for bonuses for city workers

'PAW Patrol' shows bark at box office while 'The Creator' and 'Dumb Money' disappoint

Tar Heel Traveler

The Hop is an Asheville institution, that's run by a husband and wife who love to experiment with off-the-wall flavors.

Tar Heel Traveler, The Hop in Asheville

Tar Heel Traveler, Fleetwood's in Asheville

Tar Heel Traveler, Durham woman puts a creative twist on movie film

Tar Heel Traveler: Swansboro Boat Tour

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International exchange teachers earn local distinctions

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Growing Latine population in schools creates an educational opportunity

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Taylor Swift, left, stands for the national anthem before the first quarter of and NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Taylor Swift watches Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets at MetLife Stadium

Spooky pop-ups, Mario Party tournaments and Halloween karaoke: 13 ways to nerd out in October

Powerball jackpot surpasses $1 billion after no winners Saturday; NC player takes home $2 million

U2 concert uses stunning visuals to open massive Sphere venue in Las Vegas

Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Gerrymandering? GOP doesn't know of any problems

Editorial: Morals and fair play take a back seat to expediency in the legislature

Editorial: At legislative redistricting hearings, did any legislators listen?

Editorial: N.C. budget bill wasn't about money. Power grabs, attacks on citizen rights and more equal BIG problems

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