What we are working on now: A man was seriously injured in an overnight shooting in Raleigh. Las Vegas shooting suspect had ties to ECU and Durham leaders are set to vote on extending the use of ShotSpotter technology. Watch WRAL-TV at 4:30 a.m., and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com

On WRAL at 6: Washout on the way ⛈️. Elizabeth has our timeline for rain and storms this weekend.

Our experts on parenting, frugal living and the best that the Triangle has to offer have scoured their sources and shopped the stores (and the internet) for the best suggestions for your holiday giving. No matter the age or interest, you'll find gift ideas here.

WRAL 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Health care experts from the NC Navigator Consortium answered questions about who is eligible under Medicaid expansion, what it covers, how to apply and much more Tuesday afternoon.  

Medicaid and more: Navigators answer questions to get you the best health coverage

Medicaid call-in Dec. 5, 2023

Authorities in Wake County lifted a Silver Alert issued early Thursday for a 15-year-old boy who is believed to be suffering from a cognitive impairment.

<b>WILLOW SPRINGS, N.C.</b> — Authorities in Wake County lifted a Silver Alert issued early Thursday for a 15-year-old boy who is believed to be suffering from a cognitive impairment.

The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons issued a Silver Alert for Zachary Falzone at about 4 a.m. after he was reported missing from a home in the 7000 block of Kennebec Road in Willow Spring.

Falzone had been found and was safe by mid-afternoon. Authorities did not release any other details about his disappearance.

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Wake 15-year-old found unharmed

Silver Alert

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The man suspected of fatally shooting three people and wounding another at a Las Vegas university Wednesday was a professor who unsuccessfully sought a job at the school, a law enforcement official with direct knowledge of the investigation told The Associated Press.

AP: Suspected UNLV shooter previously worked at ECU

Gunman dead in UNLV shooting

Thursday morning lows will be around 29 degrees, so grab your heaviest coat! 

Coldest morning this week before weekend temperature swing

Thursday Thaw, Dec. 7

Nearly one year after its implementation, Durham city leaders are expected to vote to continue the use of the ShotSpotter technology today.

Durham leaders to vote on ShotSpotter extension Thursday

The Durham Police Department's website shows the rollout of ShotSpotter gunfire detection technology has been pushed back to mid-November in the Bull City.

An escaped inmate is back in custody Wednesday evening after a manhunt that lasted several hours in Wake County.

Escaped inmate back in custody after 8 hour manhunt in Wake County

Thomas Swann is serving a seven-year sentence at Sanford Correctional Center for habitual breaking and entering.

According to the Raleigh Police Department, officers responded to a report of a person needing medical attention around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 4800 block of Hollenden Drive. Officers located a man suffering from a gunshot wound when they arrived.

Man seriously injured in overnight Raleigh shooting

Crime scene do not enter tape

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Police said a suspect was found dead Wednesday as officers responded to an active shooter and reports of multiple victims at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Las Vegas police speak about about shooting at UNLV

Police said a suspect was found dead Wednesday as officers responded to what officials of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, called a "confirmed active shooter" on campus.

Suspect found dead amid reports of multiple victims in UNLV shooting

Videos

Payton Wilson was surprised Wednesday night at the NC State men's basketball game versus Maryland Eastern-Shore, learning he was the 2023 Dick Butkus Award Winner. 

Payton Wilson surprised with 2023 Dick Butkus Award at NC State basketball game

Payton Wilson signing an autograph

Jayden Taylor scored 21 points shooting 8 of 11 and DJ Burns Jr. scored 15 points shooting 7 of 9 and North Carolina State rolled to a 93-61 win over Maryland-Eastern Shore on Wednesday night.

North Carolina State pulls away from Maryland-Eastern Shore 93-61 behind Taylor's 21 points

UNC snags 84-74 win at NC State

NEW YORK (AP) -- Cam Spencer had 23 points, seven rebounds and six assists as fifth-ranked UConn pulled away down the stretch for an 87-76 victory over No. 9 North Carolina in the Jimmy V Classic on Tuesday night.

Spencer scores 23 to lead No. 5 UConn past No. 9 North Carolina 87-76 in Jimmy V Classic at MSG

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The rookie had another sub-par passing game against the Buccaneers, but that's not the only thing Panthers fans should be worried about.

Gerber: The sneaky big problem with Bryce Young

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The WRAL Sports team breaks down college bowl season by matchups, mascots and must-sees to help you plan your viewing.