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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The N.C. Center for Missing Persons has issued a Silver Alert for a missing Wilson woman.

<b>WILSON, N.C.</b> — The N.C. Center for Missing Persons has issued a Silver Alert for a missing Wilson woman.

Lashaye Denise Freeman is believed to be suffering from dementia or some other cognitive impairment. She is 30, 5-foot-7 and 230 pounds with medium black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen at 304 Clyde Ave. North in Wilson.

She was wearing a blue/teal short sleeve shirt, black leggings, black tennis shoes and a purple cardigan-style jacket.

Anyone with information about Freeman should call the Wilson Police Department at 252-399-2323.

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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

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 

North Carolina on Thursday is under a Code Orange alert, with air quality expected to worsen as the day goes on.



Air quality: Code Orange expected as conditions worsen Thursday afternoon

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A man is facing charges after stealing a bulldog named Blue and selling the dog on Facebook Marketplace, according to the Wake County Sheriff's Office.

Wake County deputies working to find stolen French bulldog named Blue

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

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

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

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 bill would allow betting on professional, college and other sports on phones or other electronic devices.

NC lawmakers take final vote to legalize online sports gambling

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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.

Belmont cancels racing, Nationals postpone game due to poor air quality from Canada wildfires

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Bryce Young's time is now in Carolina.