Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.

Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods: How to protect your home in North Carolina

Princeville residents weigh options after Hurricane Matthew

It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

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Paul Manafort, President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman, lied to special counsel Robert Mueller, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.

<b>CNN</b> — Paul Manafort, President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman, lied to special counsel Robert Mueller, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.

Read: Judge rules on Manafort plea deal

Security footage showed three people using a forklift to break into a Youngsville gun range, stealing multiple guns.

Thieves use forklift to steal pistols, long guns from Youngsville Gun Club

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Faculty Executive Committee held an emergency meeting Wednesday to "discuss events related to the protests on campus," according to the university's website.

'It goes back to proactive peace': UNC committee holds emergency meeting after pro-Palestinian protests

UNC Campus Police clear protesters out of Polk Place

A Wake County judge ruled that North Carolina State University has 30 days to turn over documents related to Poe Hall and let the outside experts into the building.

Judge rules NC State must allow outside investigators inside Poe Hall

NC State University's Poe Hall

Hundreds of people on Wednesday rallied and marched in Durham, calling for higher pay for city employees on International Workers Day. The demonstrators say they are frustrated with the current state of affairs for employees in the city.

'People are struggling': Durham workers hold rally, march for better pay on International Workers Day

March and protest in Durham

New York-based Crystal Window & Door Systems is expected to create the jobs at a new factory in Selma, a government official with direct knowledge of the plans told WRAL.

Window manufacturer plans to add 500 jobs in Johnston County

Selma businesses

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More than 50,000 applicants didn't receive an Opportunity Scholarship for next year, after eligibility was opened to all incomes and existing private school students.

NC lawmakers debate whether to increase funding for private school vouchers

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Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour is in the final year of his contract. He's led the Hurricanes to the playoffs in six straight seasons.

Waddell: Deal will get done, Brind'Amour wants to be 'Hurricane for life'

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The restaurant that trolled David Tepper leading up to the NFL Draft is at it again.

'Hats off': Charlotte bar trolls Panthers owner David Tepper again

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Caminero HRs Twice, Turner-DeLuca Go Back To Back

Four nightcap homeruns lead Bulls to split in Gwinnett

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Two Metro Division powerhouses will faceoff when the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers play in the second round. 

Hurricanes' D'Angelo, Pesce expected to be healthy for series with Rangers

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NEW YORK (AP) — Ian Happ, Nick Madrigal and Miguel Amaya teamed up for the game-ending double play Wednesday night, preserving the win for sensational rookie Shota Imanaga after he threw seven scoreless innings in the Chicago Cubs’ 1-0 victory over the New York Mets.