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Medical marijuana has a new spark of life in NC legislature

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The state House is taking up a medical marijuana bill that it has previously ignored. It passed the state Senate twice in the last two years, with bipartisan support.

Most NC voters support legalization of recreational and medical marijuana, WRAL News Poll shows

North Carolina political strategist Conen Morgan died over the weekend

NC political strategist and noted NC State alum dies in boating accident

Child dies after being hit by car on scooter in Apex neighborhood

Child dies after being hit by vehicle while riding scooter in Apex neighborhood

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Cruise ship passengers left terrified after ship sails through rough seas on return to Charleston

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Report: NC man shot at 19-year-old in Myrtle Beach during Memorial Day weekend

Otter family upsizes to new habitat at NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

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Chairs and umbrellas on the Sant Sebastià beach in Sitges, Spain, in August 2022. Sitges, just south of Barcelona, has 17 beaches and a quiet, timeless charm that draws all kinds of visitors to return year after year. (Maria Contreras Coll/The New York Times)

Myrtle Beach's 'umbrellas only' rule went into effect on Memorial Day

Crash closes both directions of US 70 from Pleasant Drive to Lynn Road in east Durham

Two taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after crash shuts down US 70 in Durham

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Wake County Public Health Center on WakeMed Raleigh campus, 10 Sunnybrook Road

Wake County encourages those at risk to get free mpox vaccination

The entrance to a Jewish cemetery in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, May 8, 2023. A flight from Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv, Israel, reminds the New York Times columnist Bret Stephens of his own family’s flight from persecution to freedom. (Ofir Berman/The New York Times)

COLUMN: Israel's unfinished Exodus story

FILE - Elizabeth Holmes, then the CEO of Theranos, speaks at the Fortune Global Forum on Nov. 2, 2015 in San Francisco. As Holmes prepares to report to prison next week, the criminal case that laid bare the blood-testing scam at the heart of her Theranos startup is entering its final phase.(AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)

The day has arrived for Elizabeth Holmes to report to a Texas prison

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Family of three out of home after fire on Leeds Forest Lane in Raleigh

Grill fire at Raleigh townhome forces family of 3 out of home

Taken together, global stocks are on track for their worst week since the global financial crisis. Here’s what’s happening.

Grim news, job seekers: Triangle openings plummet to new lows

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Rain in the forecast next several days, but not a complete washout

Police investigate why 2 cars caught fire overnight in Raleigh apartment complex

Two cars mysteriously catch fire in Raleigh overnight, police investigating month-long pattern

Alexander Thomas was shot at a Family Dollar store in Goldsboro during Memorial Day weekend.

Air Force veteran killed during robbery in Goldsboro on Memorial Day weekend

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Chairs and umbrellas on the Sant Sebastià beach in Sitges, Spain, in August 2022. Sitges, just south of Barcelona, has 17 beaches and a quiet, timeless charm that draws all kinds of visitors to return year after year. (Maria Contreras Coll/The New York Times)

Myrtle Beach's 'umbrellas only' rule went into effect on Memorial Day

Rainy conditions could lead to localized flooding

9 things to do on a rainy day in Raleigh

NC lighthouses tour: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Lighthouse road trip: Here's how to visit each of NC's iconic lighthouses

David Crabtree, former WRAL anchor and now CEO of PBS North Carolina, is spending Memorial Day in Jerusalem.

David Crabtree: Memorial Day in the Holy Land a reminder of our hard-won freedoms

Fantasy Lake Adventure Park in Wake Forest opens May 26.

Fantasy Lake Adventure Park makes a splash in renewed Wake County quarry

Sri Venkateswara temple in Cary

Look inside Cary's Sri Venkateswara temple

Road Construction

Project to replace drainage pipe on US 301 postponed until further notice

NC mom charged after child was found walking alone in rain, deputies say

NC man accused of shooting paramedic after slamming into ambulance

Police: Fayetteville man killed, man arrested after ongoing fight

Smooth travel day at RDU highlight changes made to make holiday travel easier

A sign outside a Target store is seen Wednesday, May 24, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Target is removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide ahead of Pride month after an intense backlash from some customers including violent confrontations with its workers. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

LGBTQ+ activists call for new strategies to promote equality after Target backlash

Woman rescued from partially collapsed Iowa apartment building amid calls to delay demolition

Nun whose body shows little decay since 2019 death draws hundreds to rural Missouri

9 injured in Memorial Day shooting at Florida beach

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Norway says Beluga whale with apparent Russian-made harness swims south to Sweden

Fact Check: Does the United States pay more for prescription drugs?

Fact Check: Does the United States pay more for prescription drugs?

Fact check: Sanders says prescription drug prices are '10 times' higher in the US

Fact check: Tim Scott says Black homeownership has been static for decades

Fact check: House member says GOP debt-ceiling bill doesn't threaten veterans' programs

Fact check: Biden says GOP budget would cut law enforcement jobs

N.C. health, mental health, Medicaid generic

$1 billion for mental health care? GOP lawmakers to roll out new plan Tuesday

Push for sports betting in NC moves ahead in Senate

Gov. Cooper traveling state to drum up public support against Republican legislation

With veto weakened and 2024 elections looming, Cooper steps to the bully pulpit

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 25

Lunch at Low and Slow Smokehouse

BBQ with a view: Low and Slow Smokehouse draws crowds to Johnston Regional Airport

Ryan Adams & The Cardinals played Red Hat Amphitheater on Sunday evening, May 28, 2023 in downtown Raleigh, NC. (Photo by Jack Morton)

Ryan Adams & The Cardinals rock a rainy Red Hat Amphitheater

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Foodie News: Check out Raleigh's newest wine bar, food festivals in Triangle

Raleigh Parks and Recreation gear up for Memorial Day weekend pool openings

Full interview: Scotty McCreery talks new album

Scotty McCreery to be inducted into NC Music Hall of Fame

Fantasy Lake Adventure Park in Wake Forest opens May 26.

Fantasy Lake Adventure Park makes a splash in renewed Wake County quarry

FILE - Activists demonstrate as the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on a pair of cases that could decide the future of affirmative action in college admissions, in Washington, Oct. 31, 2022. As the Supreme Court decides the fate of affirmative action, most Americans say the court should allow consideration of race as part of the admissions process, yet few believe students' race should play a significant role in decisions. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Most in US say don't ban race in college admissions but its role should be small: AP-NORC poll

Hillside high school gives students hands-on financial education with in-school bank

Wake County program makes preschool free for families struggling with costs

Wake Three School gives all families a chance to enter preschool

Bill remaking Nash school board clears NC Senate

A company at RTP is growing human blood vessels and sending them to help wounded soldiers in Ukraine.

Durham company grows human blood vessels, sends them to wounded Ukraine soldiers

Climate change is moving hurricane risks farther inland

In Depth with Dan: Duke Energy balances profits, production

Talk about electric shock: Here's why Duke Energy could double your monthly power bill in the coming years

'We could never pay this back': State sends dozens of retirees into debt due to unchecked error

Vegas Golden Knights advance to Stanley Cup Final (photo cred/Gareth Patterson AP)

Golden Knights advance to 2nd Stanley Cup Final after G6 win over Stars

Wake Forest lands top overall seed; NC State will face Campbell in NCAA baseball tournament that begins this week

Blaney wins Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte to end winless drought

The NBA Finals are set: It's the Heat and the Nuggets for the Larry O'Brien Trophy

Brownlow's Twitter Mailbag: Will NC State's title drought ever end?

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Statewide Scoreboard: Baseball & Softball Regional Series

NCHSAA releases state championship schedules for baseball, softball, girls soccer

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West Stokes' Jimmy Upchurch ready to juggle restaurant business and football program

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1A Baseball: North Moore ousts Voyager Academy with 6-5 win, heads to state title series

Led by pitcher Crider, two freshmen step up for Wake Forest in season's biggest game

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Viewers raise concerns about NC Retirement System after 5 On Your Side investigation

Viewers raise concerns about NC Retirement System after 5 On Your Side investigation

The Glenns were on the hook for over $240,000 after an error in the State Retirement System cause overpayments in retirement funds for years.

How secure is your retirement? Viewers share concerns after 5 on Your Side investigation into State Retirement System errors

Body camera video shows chase, arrest of hit-and-run suspect

Body camera video shows chase, arrest of hit-and-run suspect

Durham County deputies arrested Blake Grady on Dec. 4, 2022.

Deputies' video shows father helped wrestle son to ground during his arrest after deadly hit-and-run crash

NC lawmakers consider updated version of online sports gambling bill

NC lawmakers consider updated version of online sports gambling bill

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Go Ask Dad: Doggone hard

On the Record: Social media, kids and mental health

Baby hippo born at Greensboro Science Center

9 things to do on a rainy day in Raleigh

Lighthouse road trip: Here's how to visit each of NC's iconic lighthouses

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Amazon: Levi's up to 69% off, Power Strip Surge Protector w/outlets & USB only $10.99, Kids binoculars only $6.99

Crocs Sale: Up to 50% off select styles plus extra 20% off code through June 2

Free Tropical Smoothie Cafe smoothie on May 31 from 2-7 pm if you wear flip flops

Baskin-Robbins offering 31% off scoops May 31

Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

A company at RTP is growing human blood vessels and sending them to help wounded soldiers in Ukraine.

Durham company growing blood vessels from human cells

Hindu temple in Cary is largest in U.S.

'Tails of Dogs Who Help:' Book series explores how heroic pups serve their communities

911 operator helps woman deliver baby

Boston terrier gets his own indoor pool

Indian official suspended after he drains reservoir to retrieve phone he dropped while taking selfie

Bear helps itself to 60 cupcakes from Connecticut bakery, scares employees

Danish masters prepped canvases with leftovers from brewing beer

Man shot roommate after accusing him of eating the last Hot Pocket, police say

Chirping sounds lead airport officials to bag filled with smuggled parrot eggs

NC Market Watch

IBM	128.81	-0.06%
Duke Energy	89.26	0.63%
BofA	28.14	-0.60%
PNC Financial	118.95	0.14%
WRAL30	2300.45	0.03%

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Mega Millions	$187 M	$18 M	TUE 05/30
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The laundry room where Kara Livinston washes secondhand children’s clothing for her business Hand Me Up, an online shop that sells bags of secondhand children’s clothing, in San Antonio, Dec. 9, 2022. To help reduce clothing waste, two mothers started a small business reselling used children’s clothes. (Scott Ball/The New York Times)

Here are the things you can wash less often to lighten laundry load

Local bakery celebrates perfect score, Five On Your Side restaurant ratings

Five On Your Side, tracking recalls and warning products

5 signs you need a new grill

Group claims they ended UNC Medical School's DEI task force, program says task force disbanded over a year ago

Group claims they ended UNC Medical School's DEI task force, program says task force disbanded over a year ago

17-year-old father accused of murdering baby daughter in Durham

Durham police officer says staffing shortages, longer response times hurt residents as well as department

WRAL Investigates: Why your power bill could double by 2026

Many top Triangle companies are still hiring, even as the Triangle job market shows record-low job opening numbers this week. Check out who's hiring, according to TechWire’s exclusive jobs report.

Looking for a job? These 49 firms are hiring in Triangle

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Ads going AI: World's largest agency unveils generative AI platform

Textiles muscle up, change shapes in new studies at N.C. State

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Bandwidth cracks 'Leader' list again for communications platform

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FILE - FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried leaves Manhattan federal court in New York, Feb. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

Prosecutors say Sam Bankman-Fried's arguments to dismiss cryptocurrency charges are meritless

NC VinFast owner undeterred by recent recall

State Farm stops home insurance sales in California, citing wildfire risks

Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink says it has US approval to begin trials in people

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Tar Heel Traveler: Pink and Floyd

High Point man sets the record for the biggest hot sauce collection

Tar Heel Traveler: The Dewberry Capital of the World

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Students debate, solve major challenges at Bilingual Model UN

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After a detour into teaching, Sabra McCallister fulfills her veterinary dream

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Program offers free life sciences pre-apprenticeships for more than 200 students

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A crane lifts a part of the new roof of the Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, Thursday, May 25, 2023, near Angers, western France. Carpenters building a new timber frame for the fire-ravaged roof of Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral are using the same tools and techniques as their medieval predecessors. For them, working with hand-axes to fashion oak beams has been like stepping back in time. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Schaeffer)

Time machine: Rebuilding Notre Dame's fire-ravaged roof transports workers back to Middle Ages

The Mystery of the Disappearing van Gogh

‘Barry’ goes out in its terms, but only with a marginal ‘Wow’ factor

'The Little Mermaid' makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening

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Editorial: When prejudice comes out of the closet

Editorial: NC Senate Bill 20. How NOT to make a law

Editorial: Votes of conscience should sustain Cooper's veto

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