Active shooter Coverage

Using AI, new technology aims to detect guns before they get into schools

A new technology called Omnilert uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect guns on school campuses.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL investigative reporter

After UNC shooting, universities see uptick in safety training

WRAL Investigates found requests for voluntary active shooter training at have seen a dramatic increase.

After UNC shooting, local universities see uptick in active shooter training participation

WRAL Investigates found requests for voluntary active shooter training at have seen a dramatic increase.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL investigative reporter

Two Hoke County deputies trained as medics for active shooter situations

The Hoke County Sheriff's Office now has two certified medics who have trained to become deputies.

Seconds matter: Dual-trained Hoke County deputies can treat injured under fire in active shooter situations

The Hoke County Sheriff's Office now has two certified medics who have trained to become deputies.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Fort Liberty, first responders team up to train for active shooter scenario

A small army of first responders gathered at Fort Liberty to see how they would react to an active shooter on post.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Cary man accused of threatening to shoot children arrested twice in 24 hours

A Cary man accused of threatening to shoot children was arrested twice in 24 hours. Kevin Douglas called WRAL's newsroom on Thursday right before his second arrest.

Artificial intelligence gun detection system helps ID shooters, weapons in active shooter situations

The Omilert A-I Gun Detection System works with existing security cameras to identify guns in active shooter situations.

AI gun detection system helps law enforcement identify active shooter situations

The Omilert A-I Gun Detection System works with existing security cameras to identify guns in active shooter situations.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Police: 5 people shot on campus at Morgan State University in Baltimore

Baltimore police responded to an active shooter situation at the Morgan State campus Tuesday night.

Editorial: 'A Modest Proposal' for UNC campuses safety

Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023 -- Every UNC student must demonstrate they understand gun safety know how to use a firearm. In their freshman year they must take and pass the official Concealed Carry course. A mere eight hours of instruction. Students will be able to carry weapons to confront threats.

UNC to launch online survey for feedback on school's response to deadly on-campus shooting

Nearly two weeks after the deadly shooting at UNC Chapel Hill, the university is asking what it can do to keep students and staff safe if another tragedy strikes.

UNC students jumping from windows during active shooter lockdown: Security expert weighs in

During an active shooter lockdown, WRAL Investigates asked a security expert if it's safer to shelter in place or get out.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL investigative reporter

Students sheltering in place speak to WRAL News

Students sheltering in place Monday speak to WRAL News during reports of an active shooter on campus.

UNC responds to 'active assailant' on campus

WRAL reporter Matt Talhelm reports live from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where shots were fired Aug. 28, 2023.

WRAL breaking news coverage: UNC shooting suspect arrested

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus was locked down on Aug. 28, 2024, after shots were fired. After a search of three hours, a graduate student was taken into custody.

DA: Police justified in shooting to stop man as he fired on officers, others near Raleigh middle school

Based on interviews with officers and witnesses, body camera and other video, the district attorney's office found Jorge Luis Vega-Lesama fired his weapon multiple times at civilians before officers were able to stop him.

WRAL News

On this day: April 19 one of the deadliest days for domestic terrorism and shootings

Today is Wednesday, and it may seem a day just like any other: But April 19 is an especially deadly date in U.S. history.

Report reveals Raleigh police handling of shooting near Ligon Middle School

A report released Monday by the Raleigh Police Department offers a timeline of about 20 terrifying moments as a man with a gun roamed a southeast Raleigh neighborhood last week, firing on vehicles and at police officers.

RPD report: Man fired at officers, police and civilian cars before being shot by police

A report released Monday by the Raleigh Police Department offers a timeline of about 20 terrifying moments as a man with a gun roamed a southeast Raleigh neighborhood last week, firing on vehicles and at police officers.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

'Get trained': NC expert puts school active shooter drills under the microscope

In North Carolina, every public school is required by law to hold active shooter drills. But one expert told WRAL News that training is outdated.

Cullen Browder, WRAL anchor/reporter

Security expert feels NC's active shooter training drills are outdated

In North Carolina, every public school is required by law to hold active shooter drills. But one expert feels those drills are outdated.

Student shot at Forsyth Technical Community College

Forsyth Technical Community College has closed campus and all classes are canceled for the remainder of the week.

Police hold briefing to discuss 'shots fired' alert that forced Forsyth Tech students, teachers and staff to shelter in place

Forsyth Technical Community College has closed campus and all classes are canceled for the remainder of the week, according to a tweet posted by the college.

'It's a joy:' Hedingham shooting survivor Lynn Gardner returns to work

After being shot during the mass shooting in Raleigh's Hedingham neighborhood last October, survivor Lynn Gardner has overcome hurdle after hurdle - with a smile on her face.