Victims' families say "death by distribution" laws are a step forward, but they want more prosecutions.

Law change should make it easier to prosecute those who sell deadly drugs

NC State student dies from drug overdose

It's no secret that Raleigh is a wonderful city known for outdoor adventures and plenty of nature.

Outdoors in Raleigh: 5 city spaces that offer fall escape

Enchanting sunrise over the Raleigh skyline and Dix Park

Greg, I have watched you from the first day and when I would tell the guys at SCC what the weather was going to do, and be right every time, it amazed them.

Greg, I have watched you from the first day and when I would tell the guys at SCC what the weather was going to do, and be right every time, it amazed them. You are great. I will always be a fan and supporter.

From Mary in Roseboro

Fayetteville police are investigating a homicide that happened overnight Tuesday along the 200 block of B Street.

Person on the loose with stolen car after killing vehicle's owner in Fayetteville

Man killed during carjacking in Fayetteville

A family is happy to have escaped a fire at their Cary home on Tuesday morning.

Family with pregnant woman and dog escapes fire in Cary home overnight

Pregnant woman, dog, family escape fire in Cary home overnight

After an intense 48-hour search, a missing 9-year-old girl who disappeared over the weekend while on a camping trip with her family in upstate New York was found safe Monday evening, and a suspect was in custody, according to the New York State Police.

'Every parent's nightmare:' Ransom note aids in rescue of 9-year-old girl kidnapped while camping in NY

Ransom note leads authorities to kidnapped 9-year-old girl in NY

According to the Wake County Sheriff's Office, the incidents happened between September 28 and October 1. Damages from the rocks has totaled $1,500 between five cars.

'I could be seriously injured': People throwing rocks damage 5 cars on the Beltline

Car damaged by rocks

One lane of I-95 southbound was closed after a deadly early morning crash in Halifax County.

Deadly crash closes part of I-95 for hours overnight in Halifax County

One lane of I-95 southbound was closed after a deadly early morning crash in Halifax County.

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

Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday Powerball drawings, as shown live on WRAL.

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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

North Carolina and Syracuse kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET Saturday at Kenan Memorial Stadium.

UNC coach Mack Brown discusses upcoming game against Syracuse

North Carolina head coach Mack Brown spoke with reporters on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023.

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NC State coach Dave Doeren announced the move from Brennan Armstrong on Monday morning.

NC State names MJ Morris starting quarterback

Boston College takes down NC State, 21-20

Mack Brown said transfer wide receiver Tez Walker could play in the College Football Playoffs or in the team's bowl game because those take place after the fall semester is over. The NCAA deemed Walker ineligible for the 2023 regular season.

North Carolina WR Tez Walker eligible for postseason play despite NCAA ineligibility, Mack Brown says

UNC wide receiver Tez Walker

Kevin Durant just got done with his summer vacation. He's planning to go to France for work next summer, and plenty of other big NBA names hope to join him.

Kevin Durant is in. Steph Curry wants to play. NBA stars have the Paris Olympics already in mind

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Week 5 of the WRAL College Football Power Rankings

Duke slips to No. 2 in this week's WRAL College Football Power Rankings

WRAL College Football Power Rankings week 5

The state of North Carolina has produced several athletes who have achieved excellence playing two sports, including Julius Peppers, Russell Wilson and Dick Groat.