Halloween Coverage

What to do with pumpkin? Compost, cook, decorate or toss

What to do with pumpkin? The city of Raleigh is asking people to reuse or compost their pumpkins or throw them away with ordinary trash.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Raleigh man charged with pointing gun at trick-or-treaters in Hedingham neighborhood

The Raleigh Police Department arrested a man on Tuesday for pointing a gun at children in the Hedingham neighborhood.

Use your Halloween candy for a healthy treat

WRAL lifestyle editor Kathy Hanrahan has some tips for how to use your extra Halloween candy.

What to do with your leftover Halloween candy

If you are like me, you have extra Halloween candy in your house! Here are some ideas for how to get rid of it!

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

Franklin Street Halloween party draws thousands despite rain

Despite Tuesday night's rain, the Halloween party on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill proceeded as planned.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Man released on bond after pointing gun at trick-or-treaters in Hedingham neighborhood

The Raleigh Police Department arrested a man Tuesday for pointing a gun at children who were trick-or-treating in a Hedingham neighborhood.

WRAL Staff

Spooky sights in the night sky

Halloween as we know it is rooted in the observations of the stars.

Tony Rice, NASA Ambassador

Thousands flock to Franklin Street to celebrate Halloween

Franklin Street was closed to traffic on Halloween night as thousands of people poured onto the street to celebrate in costumes.

What you should know about the horned "devil comet"

A comet which grew horns over the summer is getting some attention this Halloween

Tony Rice, NASA Ambassador

Tar Heel Traveler: The terrifying tale of Lydia

On this eerie Halloween night, a ghoulish storyteller spins the chilling tale of Lydia, a spectral hitchhiker who haunts the old bridge in Jamestown. Though she's been dead for decades, her ghostly presence returns each year, leaving a trail of terror in her wake.

Trick-or-treating in historic Oakwood neighborhood on Halloween

Despite the weather, many people are trick-or-treating in the historic Oakwood neighborhood.

Indoor trick-or-treat events in the Triangle for a rainy Halloween

It looks like it will definitely be raining during trick-or-treat Halloween night. For families in the Triangle, there are some indoor options.

Pedestrians involved in more accidents on Halloween

Trick-or-treating on Halloween is fun, but it could also be dangerous. WRAL's data journalist has a warning for pedestrians.

Increased security, road closures planned for Halloween on Franklin Street

On Halloween night, Chapel Hill's annual festivities on Franklin Street will be back in full force. In preparation, there will be road closures and extra security in the area.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter and Kelsey Coffey, WRAL reporter

Halloween on Franklin Street returns in full force this year

On Halloween night, Chapel Hill's annual festivities on Franklin Street will be back in full force. In preparation, there will be road closures and extra security in the area.

Raleigh's Police Advisory Board hosts 'Trunk-or-Treat'

Dozens of kids got a head start on Halloween with members of the Raleigh Police Department

Patrick 'MaBones,' Joe 'Marrow' and 'SiBone Biles': Dem Blakefield bones keep on changing

A woman said a neighbor enjoyed seeing them on display, then she got the idea to have a little fun with them.

Tar Heel Traveler: Museum of the Bizarre

WRAL's own Scott Mason took a trip to Wilmington to visit this house of oddities, which is home to all things strange from the hair from bigfoot to a two-headed calf.

Orange Co. man pleads guilty, will serve at least 5 years in prison for 2022 Halloween road rage shooting

Kelly Long pleaded guilty to a road rage shooting on Halloween in 2022.

WRAL staff

Patrick Ma-bones and other skeleton celebs haunt this Cumberland Co. home

Those looking for last-minute inspiration can turn to the regular costume changes on a family of skeletons

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Tips to keep kids, pets safe this Halloween

WRAL contributor Tara Lynn offers some tips to help keep your family, including your pets, safe this Halloween.

This Raleigh skeleton family changes poses daily

A fun way to fill the time and entertain the neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into a Halloween tradition for this Raleigh family.

Halloween in the Triangle: Your ultimate guide to making the most of it

A guide to everything you need to have an awesome Halloween in the Triangle!

Kaila Curry, Audience Engagement Producer

Raleigh man carves departed celebrities on Jack-o-lanterns

You won't believe your eyes when you see the realistic portraits Kenny Krause carves into pumpkins each Halloween.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Raleigh man carves famous celebrities into pumpkins

Kenny Krause has carved Barbara Walters, Betty White, Cubs player Ernie Banks, Aretha Franklin, Robin Williams, Prince, Gary Coleman, Florence Henderson and other celebrities into pumpkins.