An 8-year-old is in serious condition after an argument escalated into gunfire Saturday night in Rocky Mount. WRAL-TV will have the status of his injuries on our newscast at 6 p.m.

8-year-old one of three hurt from Rocky Mount shootout; Two charged; The status of his injuries on WRAL at 6

Medicaid expansion means North Carolina's working poor can go to the doctor for free. It also means billions in new federal funding for hospitals.

After 14 years, billions to flow as 600,000 qualify for Medicaid insurance in NC

More than half a million North Carolinians now qualify for Medicaid 

Our experts on parenting, frugal living and the best that the Triangle has to offer have scoured their sources and shopped the stores (and the internet) for the best suggestions for your holiday giving. No matter the age or interest, you'll find gift ideas here.

WRAL 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

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Generator Coverage

Three people have been severely burned because of a problem with certain Generac portable generators that are being recalled.

Generac Portable Generators recalled after 3 people burned

Recalled Generac GP15000E Portable Generator

When the power goes out, generators come on, but they come with serious risks such as carbon monoxide poisoning, electrical issues, and fire.

How to safely operate a generator during a power outage 

Generator safety is key when ice threatens power outages

In the cold months, many people may need something extra to keep warm, whether that's because severe weather knocked out power or you just need some help to heat your home.

If you use a space heater for warmth, simple steps can help you stay safe

Space heater

Power outages: Follow these safety tips for generator use 

When the power goes out, generators come on, but they come with serious risks such as carbon monoxide poisoning, electrical issues, and fire. 

<p>IF YOU USE A GENERATOR. &gt;&gt; WISH ARE CAUTIONS TO MAKE SURE YOU DON'T POISON YOURSELF OR YOUR FAMILY. &gt;&gt; BEFORE YOU CRANK UP A GENERATOR KNOW THAT THEY CAN QUICKLY PRODUCE LARGE AMOUNTS OF CARBON MONOXIDE. THAT COLORLESS ODORLESS GAS CAN KNOCK YOU OUT, EVEN KILL YOU. MAKE SURE YOUR GENERATOR IS OUTSIDE AND AT LEAST 20 FEET FROM YOUR HOME WITH THE EXHAUST APPOINTED A WAY. ELECTRICAL DANGERS ARE ANOTHER CONCERN. MANY DO NOT REALIZE THAT THE MACHINES MUST BE KEPT DRY. COVER THEM WHEN IT'S RAINING OR SNOWING. DO NOT CONNECT A GENERATOR DIRECTLY TO YOUR CIRCUIT BOX OR TRY TO POWER THE HOUSE WIRING BY PLUGGING THE MACHINE DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET. IS CALLED BACK FEEDING AND IT CAN CREATE AN ELECTROCUTION RISK TO UTILITY WORKERS AND YOUR NEIGHBORS. IF YOU HAVE A GENERATOR SITTING IN A SHED OR GARAGE, EXPERTS SAY IT WILL NOT RUN IF THE GAS IS OLD. FUEL SHOULD BE CHANGED EVERY SIX MONTHS. THEY ALSO SAY IT RUNS BEST USING A GAS STABILIZER. NEWER MODELS HAVE SAFETY SHUTOFFS OF CARBON MONOXIDE LEVELS ARE TOO HIGH. LOOK FOR THAT IF YOU ARE IN THE MARKET FOR ONE.</p>

Generator Coverage

Generac Portable Generators recalled after 3 people burned

How to safely operate a generator during a power outage

If you use a space heater for warmth, simple steps can help you stay safe

Power outages: Follow these safety tips for generator use

Generator safety is key when hurricanes threaten power outages