Controversy on the soccer field after a TST player is accused of using a racial slur against another player. Now an entire team is heading home. See what else the tournament’s organizers say needs to be done.

On WRAL at 6: A TST team heads home after a player is accused of using a racial slur. What else the tournament’s organizers say needs to be done

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<b>SOUTHERN PINES</b> — Competition is in full swing after the first round of the 2001 U.S. Women's Open on Thursday.

The women teed off Thursday morning at Pine Needles Golf Course in Southern Pines in front of a full crowd, including kids. Many of them came to see 13-year-old Morgan Pressel, who finished the day at seven over par.

"It's nice to see someone your age who can inspire you. She inspires all the kids," says 13-year-old Caitlin Forest.

The event is free for children, and they even receive front row seats.

Amanda Lamb

Terry Cantrell

Kamal Wallace

Kids Arrive In Full Force At U.S. Women's Open

The name Fort Bragg, which referenced a Confederate general from Warrenton, was retired in favor of Fort Liberty, a reflection of the ethos of those who serve.

'Welcome to Fort Liberty, the center of the universe:' NC post gets new name

Fort Liberty

A teenage Cook Out employee was charged Friday with attempted murder after a 19-year-old was shot.



16-year-old Cook Out employee, a gang member, shot man in Rocky Mount

Rocky Mount Cook Out

Dallas United has withdrawn from The Soccer Tournament (TST) in Cary after allegations that a player used a racial slur on Thursday night during a game.

'It's everybody's fight': West Ham player addresses racial slur directed at teammate at The Soccer Tournament

West Ham player Anton Ferdinand

According to WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner, Saturday is looking like our next best chance for rain, but the rain will be minimal.

Slight chances for rain over the weekend, mostly hot and dry 

Warmer for the weekend 

Raleigh police held a news conference Friday to discuss the arrests of Blanca Iris de Mari Escobar-Roblero and Wilmer Morales-Roblero. Police said the couple is responsible for the hit-and-run death of Samantha Briggs.

Tip leads to couple's arrest in deadly hit-and-run of 12-year-old girl

Samantha Briggs died in the incident on Nov. 26, her sister told WRAL News. A balloon release is scheduled for Monday night in her honor.

Get the latest WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast whenever you need it, including the DUALDoppler5000 and the 7-Day Forecast.

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

West Ham player Anton Ferdinand and coach Matt Jarvis speak to the media after allegations surfaced that a Dallas United player used a racial slur during Thursday night's game.

West Ham's Anton Ferdinand shares thoughts after racial slur allegation at The Soccer Tournament

A ceremony Friday at 9 a.m. will mark the moment when the colors of the Fort Bragg garrison are officially replaced by the Fort Liberty colors, signifying the change in name of North Carolina's biggest military installation. There will also be remarks from Lt. Gen. Chris Donahue, XVIII Airborne Corps commanding general.

NC post renamed Fort Liberty

Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Videos

A fan's guide to The Soccer Tournament at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. The tournament features 32 teams fighting for a $1 million championship prize.

Tickets, traffic and what you need to know about The Soccer Tournament in Cary

The Soccer Tournament field

South Brunswick High School senior outfielder Walker Jenkins is the Gatorade North Carolina Player of the Year in baseball for the second straight season. 

South Brunswick's Walker Jenkins repeats as Gatorade NC Baseball Player of the Year

Baseball: South Brunswick vs. New Hanover (Apr. 18, 2023)

Video shows a man climbing inside a broken SUV window with his feet dangling out in the air at the Waverly Place parking lot.

On cam: Man breaks into car in broad daylight in Waverly Place in Cary

A Cary couple filmed a brazen daytime car break-in at Waverly Place this week in the middle of broad daylight.

Dallas United withdraws from The Soccer Tournament after player alleged to have used racial slur

The Dow surged over 700 points mid-afternoon Friday as investors applauded Congress's passage of the debt ceiling deal and celebrated a cheerful jobs report.