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SNAP benefits suspension: Where to find food, resources

Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded in November

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP after two judges issued rulings requiring it to keep the nation's largest food aid program running.

In NC, don't expect state lawmakers to provide much emergency SNAP funding

Aaron St. Clair was charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation involving children.

Raleigh man faces sexual exploitation charges involving children

Weather headlines for the first half of the week

November begins with clear, cool days

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ACC men's basketball banking on schedule changes, investments to restore league's luster

Local News

Municipal elections across North Carolina will determine local leaders. Here's how and where to vote

Generic, stock photo of clock on a wall. Photo by Renel Wackett on Unsplash

How daylight saving time can impact your health

Got a parking ticket? This town lets you pay it off with food donations

Where to find food, resources in the wake of SNAP benefits suspension

Nanotyrannus lethaeus is a distant cousin of T.Rex, a smaller, faster contemporary predator

Dino discovery: Distant T. Rex relative found in NC museum fossil

This image provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, shows packaging for the Member's Mark Super Greens Powder Supplement sold at Sam's Club stores. (FDA via AP)

Super greens powder supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak

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

Local News

Man accused of multi-county, high-speed choses to represent himself in court

Community unites for Type 1 Diabetes at Breaktrough T1D Walk, raising nearly $506K

Clayton police identify man killed in weekend motorcycle crash

Amber Alert canceled: Missing NC teen found in Ohio

Durham deputies identify man shot to death outside a business on Guess Road

Nation/World

A volunteer helps gather bags of food at the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen and Pantry in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan in New York, on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Joseph B. Frederick)

The end of federal food aid could hit Black Americans hardest

2 people killed in Ukraine’s Odesa region as Russia continues to target power grid

Hegseth in Vietnam to strengthen defense ties and reassure a cautious partner

Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

UK police release 1 of 2 men arrested over train stabbings and laud 'heroic' rail worker

Politifact

FILE — Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) speaks to reporters as he arrives at the Capitol in Washington, Sept. 2, 2025. A handful of Republicans crossed party lines to side with Democrats in the first of several votes this week aimed at challenging the president’s trade war. (Eric Lee/The New York Times)

Fact check: Paul calls out Trump's drug boat strikes, citing Coast Guard statistics

Fact check: Does a new Canadian ad 'misrepresent' Reagan's remarks on US tariffs?

Fact check: Democrats claim Leavitt said White House ballroom is Trump's 'main priority'

Fact check: Trump says 50% of US presidents have invoked the Insurrection Act

Fact check: How many US residency spots are held by immigrants with H-1B visas?

NC Capitol

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending Oct. 30

State Rep. Cecil Brockman resigns weeks after arrest, charges of child sex offenses

North Carolina lawmaker Brockman resigns amid pressure from party over charges of child sex offenses

NC House Speaker names committee to investigate Brockman, child sex charges

SNAP benefits could be delayed for 1.4 million North Carolinians

100+ events in NC to enjoy this November

Stock, generic American flag outside store (Adobe Stock)

Events planned in the Triangle to observe Veteran's Day

Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway Appalachians Smoky Mountains Spring La

Blue Ridge Parkway: How to visit and what you can do

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

Foodie News: Longtime Raleigh cafe spot gets new life

Artist Thomas Thomas Dambo created five trolls at Dix Park in Raleigh

Giant trolls take over Dix Park

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

Education

NC Supreme Court case tackles limits on private schools

Lack of uniformity shows cracks in NC school background checks

NC school background checks vary, leave loopholes to hire convicted criminals

Durham school leaders consider revisions to cellphone policy

North Carolina educators deal with invisible sticker shock and confusion

WRAL In Depth

Cancer patients under 40 get different supports, different care

New Duke Health program supports young breast cancer patients as diagnoses climb

New lawsuit filed against Durham company accused of not paying employees

Johnston Regional Airport hopes to pioneer FAA's next-gen digital air traffic control

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

More layoffs proposed at the U.S. Department of Education. How could they affect NC schools?

WRALSportsFan

No. 11 North Carolina women beat North Carolina Central 90-42 for 8th straight season-opening win

Duke's Cameron Boozer headlines a slate of talented freshmen to watch this season

Rico Dowdle's big day and Ryan Fitzgerald's big kick give Panthers 16-13 win over Packers

NC Courage eliminated from playoff contention despite beating Gotham 3-2 in regular season finale

Kyle Larson wins second NASCAR championship, denying Denny Hamlin in overtime

HighSchoolOT

NC Football Top 25: Independence rises into the top 10 at the end of the regular season

NCISAA Basketball Preview: Contenders, storylines in each classification

The Huddle: Football championship picks, top first round games, toughest roads

NCHSAA fall sports championship coverage from 39 titles so far

HighSchoolOT's boys soccer statewide rankings at the end of the regular season

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WRAL Specialists

Kristen Picot (left), the president of Durham-based CJF America, appeared in court on Thursday.

CJF America president avoids WRAL's questions after court, company accused of not paying employees

Former employees file new lawsuit against CJF America

Save on auto repair costs: Tips for maintenance and finding trusted mechanics

NC attorney general sues USDA over food stamp funding

NC attorney general sues USDA after pausing SNAP benefits

NC school districts race to update guidelines for cellphones in the classroom. WRAL Investigates which school systems still have big changes to make.

Wake school board updating cellphone, devices policy in light of confusion, state law

Family

Halloween decorations are on display at a Sam's Club, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in Bentonville, Ark. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Why experts say this year's Halloween could be more dangerous than last year

Dino discovery: Distant T.Rex relative found in NC museum fossil

Go Ask Dad: Snail tricks, costume treats

Lovingood: Being a parent also means feeling pain for someone else's kids during tragic stories

Three tips for shopping at Halloween pop-up shops

SmartShopper

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New Swagbucks Team Challenge starts Nov. 3

Walmart Black Friday Events announced: First one starts Nov. 14

Good News

IL: BOY CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY BY HOSTING FOOD DRIVE

Boy celebrates 8th birthday with food drive, grocery giveaway

New predator discovered: 'Nano' was a competitor to T.rex

WRAL's Sockett honored for service to community

Dog and owner reunited 3 years after snowstorm

'Like a movie': Texas officer saves woman out of burning car

Offbeat

This photo taken from video shows Judge David Hejmanowski, back left, officiating the wedding of Andrea Bates, center, and Jessica Scales at the Historic Jail and Sheriff's Residence on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Delaware, Ohio. (AP Photo/Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos)

Former jail building draws couples for Halloween weddings in Ohio

Birders going ‘cuckoo’ after unexpected sighting in New York City area

A solid gold toilet is up for auction with a $10 million starting price

Vermont town draws 'Beetlejuice' fans to iconic horror movie site

Years after Argentina shut a notorious zoo, the stranded animals are finally being rescued

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5 On Your Side

North Carolinians express lingering concerns over SNAP benefit uncertainty

Restaurant Ratings: The Federal, Imperial Garden Chinese Restaurant and Luna Azul Tacos Y Mariscos

Military and first responders can find discounts at these retailers

Add digital assets to your estate planning

Investigations

CJF America President comes to court, avoids WRAL Investigates' questions

Remote control: Solution for safer skies?

WRAL Investigates the push for solutions to farm parties

NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

WRAL TechWire

FILE - Bill Gates poses for photos after an interview with The Associated Press in Indian Wells, Calif., Jan. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Let the tape run: How to uncover authentic thought leadership

Tom Snyder: To win the AI race, US must look to efficiency, not energy use

Gas prices are down, food is up: What it means for your wallet

Donald Thompson: The humanities are a CEO's edge

Business

FILE — A data center on Google’s campus in Mountain View, Calif. on Oct. 29, 2024. Billions in new outlays on artificial intelligence from Google, Meta, Microsoft and Amazon are increasingly feeding concerns that the tech industry is heading toward a dangerous bubble. (Christie Hemm Klok/The New York Times)

Big Tech’s AI Spending Is Accelerating (Again)

EPA Retreats From Plans to End the Energy Star Program

East Wing ballroom donations by corporate owners create awkward moments for news outlets

Amazon reports higher sales and earnings for 3Q, helped by its fast-growing web services business

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Hometown Carolina

Century-old theatre Thalian Hall enters a new era

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

Fun Things to do in Washington this Spring

10 Reasons to Visit Washington in 2025

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Which stars are joining this year's lineup?

The long and unexpected afterlife of the Timothée Chalamet look-alike contest

Top photos of Halloween celebrated around the world

AI song generator Udio offers brief window for downloads after Universal settlement upsets users

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