Included in North Carolina's new $30 billion state budget is at least $3 billion for economic development. Megasites, NCInnovation, Global TransPark and infrastructure are among the biggest earmarks.

Why NC lawmakers are betting $3 billion on professors, sewers and NASCAR in new state budget

VinFast breaks ground on $4 billion EV plant in Chatham County

The 2023 fall fun database lists more than 50 pumpkin patches, haunted houses, hayrides, corn mazes and fall fun in Raleigh and around the NC Triangle area.

From pumpkin-picking to hayrides: Your 2023 guide to fall fun in Raleigh NC

Fall fun guide: Your 2023 guide to fall fun in Raleigh NC

Raleigh police were investigating a shooting Saturday afternoon.

<b>RALEIGH, N.C.</b> — Raleigh police were investigating a shooting Saturday afternoon.

Capt. Chris Bertram said a man wearing all black clothing and a black mask shot a man at about 2:15 p.m. at the 700 block of E. Martin St. Officers canvassed the area but made no arrests.

The victim was transported to Wake Med with non-life threatening injuries.

Raleigh Police Investigate Shooting

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Former Detective Omar Abdullah was sentenced to 38 days in jail and two years of supervised probation. 

Former Raleigh police officer sentenced to 38 days in jail for fake drug arrests that targeted Black men

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Raleigh folklore: Taylor Swift has played in Raleigh, but it's her little-known performance at Athens Drive High School that symbolizes how far she's come.

Raleigh folklore: That time a 16-year-old Taylor Swift played at Athens Drive High School

Taylor Swift at Athens Drive High School

U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry will serve as speaker pro tempore until the House votes to select a permanent speaker following the removal of U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy from the chamber's top leadership position.

North Carolina's McHenry takes over as interim U.S. House speaker following McCarthy's ouster

McCarthy Flounders as GOP Rebellion Paralyzes the House for a Second Day

A school in Smithfield was dismissed early on Wednesday due to gas leak caused by a mechanical issue outside the building.

Street shut down, school dismissed early due to gas leak in Smithfield

What is leaf peeping? Enjoy the colors of fall in the Triangle.

What is leaf peeping? How to enjoy fall foliage in Raleigh

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

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

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

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Tuesday and Friday Mega Millions Drawing.

Mega Millions Drawing

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

The N.C. High School Athletic Association is holding a press conference to discuss the impact of the new state law that will strip the association of much of its authority to govern high school sports in North Carolina and the next steps for the association.

NCHSAA press conference discusses new state law overhauling role of association

Videos

Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon told WRAL he wants to bring a Major League Baseball team to North Carolina.

Could Raleigh land MLB expansion team? Hurricanes owner wants in

MLB Raleigh

NC State fans seem excited for their change at quarterback. Plus, proof that field goals are harder than you think and more!

MJ Morris, Stormy the Pig and a "service alligator" in the sports moments of the week

Boston College takes down NC State, 21-20

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- In a step toward putting rules in place to regulate the way college athletes can be compensated for their fame, the NCAA Division I Council introduced on Tuesday several proposals to bring transparency to the transactions and oversight of those who want to work with students.

NCAA moves toward implementing NIL rules with proposals for agent registry, deal disclosure

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A woman is dead and three other people are injured after a crash in Fayetteville at the intersection of Cliffdale Road and Rim Road.