An exciting new Apple update for the Triangle. On WRAL at 6, hear about the tech giant's plans for the site in RTP.

On WRAL at 6: Apple files new plans for RTP campus. New specifics of what the tech giant is planning for its site.

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

Intense smoke blanketed the northeastern United States for a second day Wednesday, turning the air a yellowish gray and prompting warnings for people to stay inside and keep windows closed. The smoke was flowing from dozens of wildfires in several Canadian provinces.

Air pollution cloaks eastern US for a second day. Here's why there is so much smoke

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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 Raleigh teen is charged with breaking into 13 vehicles in southern Wake County. 

<b>RALEIGH, N.C.</b> — A Raleigh teen is charged with breaking into 13 vehicles in southern Wake County. 

Joseph Ledergerber, 16, of 1425 Taylor Farm Road, is also facing charges of larceny of a firearm and possession of a stolen firearm, according to arrest warrants. The most recent breaking and entering occurred in early June.

Ledergerber is being held under a $50,000 bond at the Wake County jail. He is due in court on Monday.

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Raleigh teen charged in vehicle break-ins

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An application shows plans for a 324,000-square-foot office, calling for professional space with buildings up to 73 feet tall, roughly 6 to 8 stories. Apple filed the site work plans on May 30 in order to start moving dirt.

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

The next time you're involved in a fender bender, the person who shows up to investigate may not be a police officer. A proposal that's close to becoming law would allow cities to hire and train civilians to handle minor traffic crashes that don't involve an injury.

Traffic crashes could soon be investigated by civilians in North Carolina

Raleigh, Durham drivers spend less time in traffic compared to national average

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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First responders and the Edgecombe Sheriffs' Office are on the scene of a drowning Thursday afternoon in the 90 block of Lillie Lane.

Child drowns in Edgecombe County, mother in critical condition

Police: Child dies after drowning in Edgecombe County 

Paleontologists excavated the fossils in 2015 at a site called the Mussentuchit Member in southern Utah, said lead study author Lindsay Zanno, head of paleontology at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and an associate research professor in biological sciences at North Carolina State University in Raleigh.

NC researcher describes dino recently discovered in Utah, Iani smithi

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The police officers involved in the shooting death of a young mother suffering a mental health crisis will not get attorneys paid for by taxpayers.

Fayetteville leaders vote to not cover attorney fees for officers involved in shooting of young mother

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

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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

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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

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Family members told WRAL News three sisters riding in the same car were killed Wednesday in a crash on N.C. Highway 690 in Moore County. A fourth person, the other driver, also died.

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

Three sisters killed in Moore County crash

On Thursday, Apex police said Siomara Sibrian was charged with two counts of felony larceny and one count of possession of a stolen firearm.

Raleigh teen charged in vehicle break-ins

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