The crash involved helicopters from the 101st Airborne Division. Officials say they were conducting training when they crashed around 10pm. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says multiple deaths are likely. WRAL will provide updates starting at 4:30am.

Two U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopters crash during training incident in Kentucky, deaths likely

Clean water, better roads and raises for teachers are among the priorities Republicans in the NC House want to address in the new state budget.

Double-digit raises for teachers, some other state workers: See what's in the first draft of new NC budget

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The man accused of hitting and killing a dancer during the Raleigh Christmas Parade was sent to jail on $250,000 bond Wednesday, months after the death of 11-year-old  Hailey Brooks.

'Hailey would pray we all find happiness:' Father speaks after driver in deadly Christmas crash jailed

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The Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge plans to have about 500 people for its annual Passover celebration on Saturday at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Hate group books Raleigh Convention Center for Passover celebration

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A TikTok video of an Amazon driver walking casually through a police standoff in Raleigh is going viral.

'Amazon don't play!' Driver delivers package amid Raleigh police standoff, goes viral 

The FDA approved the sale of naloxone, known in the most common form as Narcan, as an over-the-counter drug. While the move generated praise, doctors are still concerned the price is too high for those who will need it most.

'Narcan can give you a second chance' Local deputies, doctors praise move to make Narcan more readily available.

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<b>DURHAM, N.C.</b> — The final defendant in the slaying of an 89-year-old Durham woman was sentenced Thursday.

A judge sentenced Little Jerome Freeman at least 10 years in prison. Freeman is one of five men convicted of killing Lois Cannady four years ago.

Cannady's family thanked him for testifying against the others. He then apologized for his role in the murder.

The four other defendants in the case have already been sentenced.

Man Apologizes At Sentencing For Role In Durham Slaying

Little Jerome Freeman

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Check out the sunset on Wednesday night at Lake Gaston.

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The NC House unveiled its planned budget for 2023-2025.

NC House unveils budget

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No longer will North Carolinians buying a handgun need to get permission first from their local sheriff. They'll still need a federal background check to buy from a licensed dealer, which means handgun purchases in the state will be treated the same as rifles and shotguns.

North Carolina ends pistol permit system

A handful of key Democrats missed a gun bill vote in the NC House of Representatives Wednesday, leaving empty seats. Also pictured in the blue jacket: State Rep. Marvin Lucas, who attended the session despite having a broken leg, according to House Democratic Leader Robert Reives.

DALLAS, N.C. (AP) — Former North Carolina state Sen. David Hoyle, a powerful force on taxes, economic development and education within state government when Democrats last controlled the General Assembly, died on Wednesday at age 84, his son said.

Former N. Carolina senator, tax secretary Hoyle dies at 84

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A group of crumbling parking lots and abandoned buildings could soon be transformed into a waterfront destination in Raleigh.