A civilian could be investigating your next fender bender. On WRAL at 4, we examine the bill lawmakers are considering: What they would and wouldn’t be able to do.

On WRAL at 4: Why your neighbor could investigate your next fender bender 🚨 What a new bill would and wouldn’t allow them to do

WRAL Investigates the local emergency plan for a potential train derailment disaster, and asks why we’re left in the dark about the hazardous materials traveling through the Triangle.

On WRAL at 6: Hidden dangers on the rails: WRAL investigates the local emergency plan for a potential train derailment disaster

Every year, 47,000 people die by suicide in the United States. After her husband became one of them, a Cary woman shared her family's experience as an example of what's still lacking in emergency care for people experiencing mental health crisis.

Cary woman says husband's suicide is example of mental health treatment weaknesses statewide

Widow calls for change in handling mental health emergency care in NC 

In the wake of tragic and traumatic events, feelings like stress, anxiety, grief and depression are natural. Here is a list of crisis counseling and county-by-county resources in North Carolina, as well as nationally. These resources are available for you -- just call. 

Get Help: County-by-county guide to mental health and crisis resources in NC

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A man was killed Tuesday afternoon when he was hit by an Amtrak passenger train as he crossed the railroad tracks between Roxboro and Dillard streets in Durham, police said.

<b>DURHAM, N.C.</b> — A man was killed Tuesday afternoon when he was hit by an Amtrak passenger train as he crossed the railroad tracks between Roxboro and Dillard streets in Durham, police said.

Cenntell Tremane Thomas, 30, of Durham, was hit at about 12:15 p.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Amtrak officials said its trains would be delayed by two hours.

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Pedestrian killed by Amtrak train in Durham

Amtrak train kills pedestrian in Durham

Apple is moving ahead with plans for construction on its Research Triangle Park campus that could house more than 3,000 […]

Apple files plans for 324,000 square feet of office space at RTP campus

Apple moves forward with 'confidential' plans for RTP Campus, records show

Charges against Louis Ray Harrison, 48, of Apex, include attempted second-degree forcible rape and felony breaking and entering with intent to terrorize or injure for offenses alleged to have taken place on March 21.

Hillside High assistant principal, football coach charged with attempted rape

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Some citizens and advocates for the LGBTQIA+ community are planning a peaceful protest after a new Holly Springs Pride Proclamation failed to recognize different sexual orientations.

'We're going to show up:' LGBTQIA+ advocates plan protest of Holly Springs Pride Proclamation 

Protest planned in response to Holly Springs Pride Proclamation 

Four people were killed Wednesday and one person was hospitalized after a head-on crash on N.C. Highway 690 in Moore County.

Three sisters killed in head-on crash on Moore County highway 

Three sisters killed in Moore County crash

A 4-year-old is recovering after a venomous copperhead bit him on a family camping trip in North Carolina.



Child bitten by copperhead snake while camping in North Carolina

Child bit by copperhead snake while camping in North Carolina

Meet Wilma! This adventurous 1.5-year-old bunny loves to run around and explore. It may take her a little time to warm up to you, but once she's comfortable, she'll follow you around. To give Wilma a forever home that provides lots of space to exercise, visit TriangleRabbits.org.

Pet of the Day: June 4, 2023

Our drone shows you a perspective you've never seen on the 15+ foot tall century plant -- from the top down! 

Drone: New perspective on WRAL's Century Plant

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

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

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

Meet Babbs -- and her brood of puppies! This 1-year-old Beagle mix was abandoned while pregnant and gave birth to four pups: Ben, Beverly, Buster and Betsy. All of them are healthy! Apply to adopt Babbs of any of her pups at www.CrisisDogsNC.org.

Pet of the Day: June 3, 2023

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The N.C. Baseball Coaches Association has released its all-state teams for the 2023 season.

N.C. Baseball Coaches Association releases all-state teams

Baseball: South Brunswick vs Hoggard (Mar. 21, 2023)

The ability for high school athletes in North Carolina to profit off their name, image, and likeness is on hold -- for now.

State Board of Education rule-making process could delay NIL for NC high school athletes for 6-12 months

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A Michael Jordan sighting is likely again at The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in Morehead City this year.



Michael Jordan's 'Catch 23' yacht registered to compete in the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament again

Michel Jordan at 2022 Big Rock Marlin Tournament 

It's the second straight day the continuing Canadian wildfires have impacted sports in the Northeastern United States.