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Government shutdown averted with little time to spare as Biden signs funding before midnight

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The threat of a federal government shutdown suddenly lifted late Saturday as President Joe Biden signed a temporary funding bill to keep agencies open with little time to spare after Congress rushed to approve the bipartisan deal.

Melvin, 32 of Wilson, was charged with multiple counts of attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon and other gun-related charges after authorities said he shot into his ex-girlfriend's home and later ambushed and shot a man who was at the home during the shooting.

Man ambushed, shot another man after shooting ex-girlfriend's home, police say

The two men were killed in a head-on crash in early September.

Family, friends hold vigil for Classic Carolina owner and his son

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Judge blocks 2 provisions in North Carolina's new abortion law; 12-week near-ban remains in place

Heartbreak and pain for Duke, QB Leonard in loss to Notre Dame

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

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Nashville police investigating deadly shooting Saturday night

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The family of Hailey Brooks was presented with a check from Fuquay-Varina Duck Duck Jeep on Saturday. The group honored Brooks during their second annual Family Fun Day.

Hailey Brooks honored at Family Fun Day in Fuquay-Varina on Saturday

The state is getting closer to closing the Interstate 540 loop around Raleigh.

4 years of construction nearly complete; three-fourths of I-540 loop around Raleigh will be done in 2024

5-month-old boy dies in Wilson County

5-month-old baby boy dies in Wilson County, homicide investigation underway

Kendall Rhoads, 60, who allegedly set a string of fires he later responded to, has been arrested and charged with 13 counts of arson, authorities said. Grundy County Sheriff's Office

Fireman who allegedly set string of fires he later responded to arrested and charged

Armed members of "G9 and Family" march in a protest against Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Odelyn Joseph)

UN to vote on resolution to authorize one-year deployment of armed force to help Haiti fight gangs

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Multiple law enforcement agencies break up fight at Triton High School; homecoming dance postponed

Overall, the millennial generation’s finances could be better; but many do not see things improving soon. Close to half of respondents report feeling hopeless about their financial situation. Here's a path to prosperity.

Hope helps: Millennials need a mindset change to improve finances

Christopher Adcock was fired from the Johnston County Sheriff's Office. Credit: LinkedIn

Johnston deputy fired 5 shots at suspect; fired from his job. 'You utterly failed,' sheriff says

Descendants help clean up overgrown cemetery where unmarked graves hold enslaved families in Johnston County.

Not forgotten: Unmarked graves of enslaved families discovered in woods of Johnston County

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Fayetteville mobile home park goes up in flames Saturday morning

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North Carolina Farmer's Market in the Fall

Guide to the perfect fall day in the Triangle

Brew Coffee Bar. Image from John Huisman.

Best coffee shops in the Triangle

Red Hat Amphitheater

Singer Nathaniel Rateliff arrested on the way to Raleigh for concert at Red Hat

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

Weekend best bets: Bluegrass, Dix Park fest, Jonas Brothers

Oak City brew

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

Typically, this Linville Falls visitor's center bridge leads to the eponymous Linville Falls. During autumn, it leads to brilliant fall foliage. For more fall color photos, visit Grandfather Mountain's 2019 Fall Color Gallery at www.grandfather.com. Photo by Skip Sickler (Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation)

Fall color 2023: Here's when and where to see leaves change in NC

Police car and emergency vehicle lights at nighttime

Man wanted in 6 counties arrested after leading deputies on chase

Man faces 14-26 month prison sentence after pleading guilty to killing his dog

ESPN's 'College GameDay' celebrates Duke football ahead of Notre Dame showdown

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

Guide to the perfect fall day in the Triangle

FILE - Lauren Pazienza appears in court Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in New York. A New York judge sentenced Pazienza, who pleaded guilty to fatally shoving an 87-year-old Broadway singing coach to six months more in prison than the eight years that had been previously reached in a plea deal,Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. (Curtis Means/Pool Photo via AP, File)

NY woman who fatally shoved singing coach, age 87, is sentenced to more time in prison than expected

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

Video provides first clear views of WWII aircraft carriers lost in the pivotal Battle of Midway

New York begins drying out after being stunned and soaked by record-breaking rainfall

Biden says it's 'good news' the shutdown was averted but blames House GOP for 'manufactured crisis'

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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

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

New NC budget likely headed to court over separation of powers

La Fonda Lupita is well known far and wide for their take on authentic Mexican cuisine.

Sanford restaurant owner continues family heritage of flavorful Mexican fare

Brew Coffee Bar. Image from John Huisman.

Best coffee shops in the Triangle

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

70+ things to do in the Triangle this October

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe. (Adobe Stock)

Foodie News: Pasta restaurant will replace Humble Pie in downtown Raleigh

Bluegrass returns to Raleigh

Weekend best bets: Bluegrass, Dix Park fest, Jonas Brothers

Banjo picking at Wide Open Bluegrass.

IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards presented in downtown Raleigh

Wake County Schools swears in new superintendent Friday

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

Wake school leaders discuss how to comply with new Parents' Bill of Rights law

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

Davius Richard runs for 4 TDs, passes for 1 in North Carolina Central's wild OT win over Campbell

McIlroy loses match then his temper at Ryder Cup after clash involving Cantlay's caddie

Shaw kicker Pulphus makes history in Bears' loss

No. 1 UNC women's soccer beats NC State 4-0

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'This one hurts': Second half turnovers, penalties sink Wolfpack 13-10

West Charlotte head football coach Sam Greiner.West Charlotte’s defense secured three game-changing stops in the fourth quarter to hang on and defeat Mallard Creek 17-15 on September 14, 2023 (Photo: Evan Moesta/HighSchoolOT)

Football playoff projections for the 2023 postseason

Falls Lake completes clean sweep to win Bishop McGuinness "VolleyBrawl"

Vance County QB Javion Vines-Holder throws for 10 touchdowns in 94-18 win

Bunker Hill wins battle of unbeatens against West Lincoln, now 6-0 once again

No. 11 Cleveland rolls to big shutout win over Fuquay-Varina

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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

Raleigh's Marsh Creek Park opened in summer 2010.

Why Raleigh neighborhoods and its communities make the city inviting

Yoga is a path to healing for mothers

'Family Feud' appearance was bonding experience for Raleigh siblings

Betsy Johnson Hospital to stop labor and delivery, creating 'maternity desert'

Betsy Johnson Hospital eliminating labor & delivery services

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Adidas Soccer Socks only $6 (50% off), Hanes Men's Zip-Front Hoodie only $12.66 (47% off), Flexible Cutting Board Mats 3 Pack only $6.99

Target Circle Week starts Sunday, Oct. 1: Activate select offers now

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

Walmart Deals Holiday Kickoff event online Oct. 9-12

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event coming Oct. 10-11 plus early deals are live now

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

Retired Army Capt. given mortgage-free home in Zebulon after being cheated by contractors

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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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Duke Energy	88.26	-0.47%
BofA	27.38	-0.65%
PNC Financial	122.77	-0.05%
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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

North Carolina has one of the best state economies in America, according to a new analysis from financial news and information site WalletHub. And this report is based on data compiled before Meta reportedly is preparing to pick Durham as a home for an expansion project.

North Carolina loses out on federal health hub; backers pledge bid for future opportunities

Google Fiber dials up service speed in Charlotte; it's coming soon to Triangle

Warning: Accredited investor rule changes will impact both investors and startups

SAS makes some more layoffs but also continues to hire

Reddit's official app now provides users with the ability to search for comments within a specific post directly from the search bar. Here's what's happening.

Reddit, ads & you: Users no longer can opt out of ad personalization

Syneos Health goes private after private equity deals; execs land more than $50M

Wilmington film studios founded by Dino DeLaurentiis sold to Cinespace

Albemarle pays $218M to settle federal investigations into bribery allegations, Business NC reports

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.

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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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A portion of a mural by artist sloe_motions depicting Oscar De La Hoya, Vin Scully, Kobe Bryant, Snoop Dogg, and Tupac Shakur is seen on the side of Speedy Auto Tint on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, in Bellflower, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Arrest in Tupac Shakur killing stemmed from Biggie Smalls death investigation

National Coffee Day 2023 freebies and deals

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

Girl Scouts not immune to inflation: Cookie prices are going up

Photo taken July 12, 2022.

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

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Government shutdown - Who is flipping the off-switch?

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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