ALS Coverage

Lee County comes together to raise money for ALS research

Five families face the same fight and share support, fundraising to combat ALS.

Lee County restaurant owner finds he's not alone in ALS diagnosis

When Jeff Hartman was diagnosed with ALS in November 2023, he worried his family would have to battle the disease alone. But within months he learned of others -- five families fighting the same disease.

Grace Hayba, WRAL health reporter

Wake deputy with ALS waited months for an insurance payout; 5 On Your Side got help for his family

After months of frustration, Roy Woodlief called 5 On Your Side for help with an insurance payout to cover costs after an ALS diagnosis.

Drive Shack hosts 'Drive Out ALS' event in Raleigh

Drive Out ALS is returning to the Drive Shack on Dec. 5. The night features virtual golf play, dinner, auctions and a longest drive contest. This year's event is not only dedicated to driving out ALS, but it will also honor a former star athlete.

Woman with ALS has wish to see the Northern Lights

After her ALS diagnosis, Olivia Whitford Wooten knew her life would change, but she is determined to fulfill her dream of seeing the Northern Lights.

Woman with ALS has wish to see the Northern Lights

After her ALS diagnosis, Olivia Whitford Wooten knew her life would change, but she is determined to fulfill her dream of seeing the Northern Lights

Destinee Patterson, WRAL reporter

Sola Coffee: Brewing love and community in North Raleigh

Sola Coffee in North Raleigh is renowned for its commitment to quality and they offer a cup of coffee that's not just delicious but also brewed with a conscience.

Kaila Curry, WRAL audience engagement producer

Raleigh man who raised $1.1 million for ALS research dies from the disease at age 52

David Lloyd, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2017, died Tuesday night. He helped raise $1.1 million for ALS research.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Triathlete diagnosed with ALS in 2014 completes marathons in all 50 states

A local Raleigh woman got the shock of a lifetime when she was diagnosed with "probable" ALS at just 33 years old. As a competitive athlete, her life was turned upside down.

Michelle Mackonochie, WRAL reporter

FDA approves first drug to target a genetic cause of ALS - it's from Biogen

The U.S Food and Drug Administration approved Biogen’s ALS drug QALSODY Tuesday afternoon.

REO Speedwagon pledges support for Triangle Walk to Defeat ALS

The lead singer of REO Speedwagon is lending support to the battle against ALS in the Triangle.

NC Senate approves medical marijuana after emotional debate

The Senate is scheduled to take its required second vote on the measure on Monday. After that, it would go to the House, where it's likely to face more opposition.

After emotional debate, medical marijuana approved by NC Senate

State senators tentatively voted to legalize medical marijuana in North Carolina. The bill's future in the House, however, remains unclear.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief

Faith and Family: Sola coffee co-owner's legacy remembered

Jeanne was an active and loved member of the Raleigh community whose life completely changed after she was diagnosed with ALS in 2018.

Maggie Brown, WRAL multiplatform producer

Raleigh native with ALS competes in her own Boston Marathon

A Raleigh native is excluded from the Boston Marathon, but that would not stop her from competing.

Sola coffee shop co-owner passes away following public battle with ALS

The Raleigh restaurant community is mourning the loss of longtime Sola Coffee co-owner Jeanne Luther.

Raleigh coffee shop owner raising money for ALS research after her own diagnosis

Hundreds of runners and walkers will hit the streets of Raleigh this weekend to help stamp out ALS, a debilitating neuromuscular condition that has no cure.

Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter

ALS patient hoping to run marathon in each state coming to run Raleigh 5K

Hundreds of runners and walkers will hit the streets of Raleigh this weekend to help stamp out ALS, a debilitating neuromuscular condition that has no cure.

Family asks for 'Easter miracle,' access to ALS drug for mother

Lisa Stockman Mauriello is asking Biogen to allow her to try Tofersen, a drug currently in clinical trials, but the drug maker is denying early use until the trials are complete.

Joe Fisher, WRAL reporter

NCSU remembers beloved toxicology professor after death from ALS

NC State University toxicology professor Michael Bereman died of ALS earlier this month after teaching at his alma mater.

'He didn't waste a minute:' NCSU professor's work on ALS a lasting legacy

On March 17, beloved toxicology research professor Michael Bereman lost his life to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease.

Rick Armstrong, WRAL photojournalist

After years of research, personal struggle, NC State prof succumbs to ALS

Michael Bereman, a biology professor at North Carolina State University whose research focus dovetailed with his own diagnosis, died last week of ALS.

Inspiration: Roxboro man battling ALS leaves behind memorable legacy

Donald Wilson, a well-respected businessman, husband, and father from Roxboro, recently died of ALS.

Creator of viral 'Ice Bucket Challenge' passes away

The man behind the Ice Bucket Challenge which raised millions to fight ALS has died.

UMMS, Mass. General Hospital use gene therapy to treat 2 ALS patients

Researchers are among the first to safely use gene therapy to treat two research patients with ALS.