The 1993 murder of Michael Jordan's dad James sparked international attention - but there's so much the world doesn't know about the case against Daniel Green

22 facts about the murder of Michael Jordan's dad

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A recent power shift in the North Carolina General Assembly has forced Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper to use more aggressive public tactics to preach his opposition to the GOP agenda.

With veto weakened and 2024 elections looming, Cooper steps to the bully pulpit

North Carolina Governor Vetoes Abortion Ban but Faces Override

One person is dead and two others are in the hospital after a shooting in Lumberton on Sunday.

Two men shot in Lumberton; police find 3rd victim shot to death at home

UNC Health southeastern hospital at capacity

The WRAL Weather Alert Day has ended, but the rain will continue throughout the day Sunday.

WRAL Weather Alert Day over but showers continue Sunday; Memorial Day will be best day to get outside

Memorial Day weekend

Hillside High School in Durham prepares students for their financial futures by teaching them about money management through the Hillside Hornet Bank.

Hillside high school gives students hands-on financial education with in-school bank 

Hillside High School in Durham prepares students for their financial futures 

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have reached an agreement in principle on legislation to increase the nation’s borrowing authority and avoid a federal default.

Debt ceiling deal: What's in, what's out of the agreement to avert US default

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A North Carolina stroke survivor shares his experience to help others understand the warning signs of a stroke.

National Stroke Awareness Month: NC man shares warning signs after surviving stroke

Video of a shooting on a mass transit bus in Charlotte was released. The video shows a passenger and bus driver exchanging shots.

Video of bus shootout in Charlotte shows passenger, bus driver exchanging shots

Governor Roy Cooper has been hitting the road in recent weeks. He's traveling all across North Carolina, trying to whip up opposition to Republicans' plans at the legislature. It didn't work with an abortion bill that recently became law. So will he have any more success with his newest target?

Gov. Cooper traveling state to drum up public support against Republican legislation

We've only had smartphones for about a decade, and already social media use for young people is practically universal. During that same decade, the number of teens with clinical depression more than doubled. WRAL's On the Record discusses the connection between social media use and mental health.

On the Record: Social media's impact on children

Our Pet of the Day is the 15-week-old Zahara. This sweet girl is adventurous, and will need some extra attention because she's quite the escape artist. Zahara does well with other dogs, and with consistent training, she will make the perfect addition to a loving family. To learn more about her, visit goldenrescuenc.org.

Pet of the Day: May 28

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NASCAR's origins are traced back to the Prohibition era and bootlegging liquor in Wilkes County.

Everything you need to know about NASCAR and its history in North Carolina

NASCAR Hall of Fame

The Wake Forest Cougars put up three three-run innings to beat the Corinth Holders Pirates 9-4 in game 3 of the 4A Eastern regional final on Friday night at home.

4A East Baseball: Wake Forest pounds Corinth Holders 9-4 to advance to state championship series

Wake Forest baseball

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members, but it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and a long weekend of discounts on anything from mattresses to lawn mowers.