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'I thought she didn't want to see me': Missing Fayetteville woman's mother prays remains are not her daughter's

Sherry Foster, London Deven's biological mother, said she's praying that one of the sets of remains does not belong to her daughter, who she hasn't seen in over a decade and didn't learn about her disappearance until Thursday, April 4.

Chris Lovingood, WRAL anchor/reporter

Knightdale officer's killer gets 23 years for deadly DWI crash on I-540

Dedric Privette pleaded guilty last month to charges that included felony death by motor vehicle, driving while impaired and aggressive driving in the October 2021 death of Officer Ryan Hayworth, then 23.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Inside look at new state-of-the-art public safety center in Johnston County

The new public safety center at 2570 U.S. 70 Business East in Smithfield houses the sheriff's office, 911 center, emergency operations center, narcotics, property crimes and more.

See inside the $41 million investment aimed at keeping Johnston County safe

Johnston County opened a new $41.2 million detention center about six months ago.

See inside Johnston County's new $41.2 million detention center, new $17 million public safety center

Johnston County recently opened a new detention center and public safety center to address overcrowding in the old jail and accommodate future growth in the county.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

'Like things were never going to be the same': High school student still recovering one year after stabbing

It has nearly been one year since a high schooler was stabbed more than 20 times in the parking lot of Pinecrest High School. The student, Avery Slatcher, spoke to WRAL News about her recovery.

Carly Haynes, WRAL reporter

Fayetteville man remembers seeing missing siblings years ago as kids

It's been seven years since James Howard moved into a house on Berriedale Drive. It's across the street from the one that Blake and London Deven lived in as children.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Beyond baseball: Finding America in the stands at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Retired Duke psychology and neuroscience professor Harris Cooper was inspired to write the book "Finding America in a Minor League Ballpark: A Season Hosting for the Durham Bulls" after spending a summer at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Retired Duke professor's book reveals the charm of Durham Bulls baseball

Retired Duke psychology and neuroscience professor Harris Cooper was inspired to write "Finding America in a Minor League Ballpark: A Season Hosting for the Durham Bulls" after spending a summer at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

Debra Morgan, WRAL anchor/reporter

Nash County manager expresses confidence in county's handling of DSS after state takeover

More than six months after the state took over, the state has transfered control of Nash County's child welfare services back to the county.

Student charged after threatening to 'empty a clip' at Gray's Creek High won't attend graduation

19-year-old Dwight McCoy, who police said threatened to "empty a clip" at Gray's Creek High School, will face a judge Thursday afternoon.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

NC State tested chancellor's office building for PCBs, but he doesn't know if any were found

North Carolina State University Chancellor Randy Woodson says he doesn't know why Holladay Hall was tested for PCBs in 2023 or the outcome of those tests.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

Health experts, NC State chancellor address Poe Hall contamination

North Carolina State University leaders and health experts on Monday answered questions about the PCB contamination inside Poe Hall and the investigation into possible health effects.

Pritchard Strong, WRAL consumer producer

Poe Hall: Federal agency had difficulty reaching university leaders for several weeks, records show

Emails obtained through public records requests and sources show that NC State University delayed federal agencies and the university's ability to address Poe Hall, a contaminated building on the campus. Records show the Environmental Protection Agency and an NC State administrator had difficulty reaching university leadership regarding Poe Hall for several weeks.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

One-on-one interview: NC Chancellor Randy Woodson discusses Poe Hall contamination

When asked if the university would consider partnering with a group that could test for PCBs, Woodson said that consideration would come after the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health completes its investigation into Poe Hall.

Long road to recovery for Good Samaritan shot in the face

Season Horne was shot in the face Tuesday when she pulled over to help the people involved in a car crash in Cumberland County.

Chancellor asks for patience, waits for testing to address Poe Hall contamination worries

When asked if the university would consider partnering with a group that could test for PCBs, Woodson said that consideration would come after the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health completes its investigation into Poe Hall.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

With high officer stress, local police department hires someone to focus on mental health

Research from the National Fraternal Order of Police shows that, in a 2021 survey of its members, mental health ranked as one of the key issues they face.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL Investigates reporter

Long road to recovery for woman shot while helping at Fayetteville crash scene

Season Horne was shot in the face Tuesday when she pulled over to help the people involved in a car crash in Cumberland County.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

NC State chancellor speaks out: Watch the exclusive interview on Poe Hall contamination

Keely Arthur asks NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson about his communication with students, staff and outside agencies after PCBs were detected in an academic building.

Employment law expert analyzes St. Augustine's employees' legal options

While some St. Augustine's University employees say they have received paychecks in recent weeks, some are still waiting for them. An expert in employment law spoke with WRAL's Chris Lovingood about the options employees have going forward.

Special tricycle has Hope Mills boy riding in style

Marshall Smith was born with cerebral palsy, which has made it hard for him to play with his siblings. On Tuesday, he received a gift that will allow him the same freedoms and thrills his friends experience.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Inside the deliberation room: Juror explains how group came to giulty verdict in murder trial

Jury member Cathy Nestor explained what led to the group's decision to convict Erick Hernandez-Mendez of murder in the 2021 stabbing of his wife, Christina Matos.

'It was lie after lie': Jury member shares what led to Erick Hernandez-Mendez's guilty murder verdict

Jury member Cathy Nestor explained what led to the group's decision to convict Erick Hernandez-Mendez of murder in the 2021 stabbing of his wife, Christina Matos.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

'It would shock people': Recently retired investigator offers insight into gangs in Raleigh area

"I would say probably in the last five to seven years, the majority of violent crime is linked [to gangs] somehow," a recently-retired gang investigator told WRAL News.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL Investigates reporter