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Thousands seek support at Duke caregiver event as NC population ages
The Duke Health Caregiver Community Event helps connect caregivers to resources near them as the need for caregivers grows statewide. Attendees can speak with trained professionals to receive guidance on how to best navigate the many challenges that come with caregiving.
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80+ events happening in September
It's a popular time for festivals in North Carolina as we get closer to fall. Find a list of concerts, markets, shows and more.
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NC teen critically ill with 'brain-eating' amoeba found in warm, fresh water
A teenager from central North Carolina is in critical condition due to a rare infection caused by an amoeba typically found in warm, fresh water.
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'Brain-eating' ameoba, found in warm, fresh water infects quickly, is often lethal
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said a teen from central North Carolina has an infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, a microscopic organism that can damage the brain.
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Back to school 2026: Your photos of the first day
WRAL viewers shared the photos of the smiles and styles of the first day of school 2026.
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Back-to-school photos and supply deals: Don't get scammed as students head back to classrooms
Kids are returning to school, and scammers can take advantage. 5 On Your Side has some safety tips parents and guardians should keep in mind as their students return to classrooms.
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5 On Your Side: Protecting students from back-to-school scams
From first day of school photos to school supply "deals," here's what parents need to be aware of as kids return to classrooms.
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5 On Your Side: How to support teens struggling with anxiety before back-to-school
Between prepping the school supply list, finishing summer reading and stressing about class schedules, it's easy for anxiety to take over for students at all age levels.
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Trump signs order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines, against medical groups' guidance
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held but discredited theory that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.
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Warning for parents: Popular squishy toys can harm kids, especially counterfeit versions
Issuing a new warning for a popular toy, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says fake and counterfeit "squishy toys" can pose serious risks to children and may not comply with federal safety requirements.
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Wake County schools hosts first Pre-K kickoff event for families at Marbles Kids Museum
Wake County families with young children who are participating in the district's Pre-K program can attend a kickoff event on Thursday.
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Support pours in for Memphis news anchor, a new mom, who fell asleep on live TV
Support is pouring in for Dominique Dillon, a news anchor in Memphis, who has gone viral after a video showed her dozing off during a live report.
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80+ events happening in August
Summer is in full swing around the Triangle, and there's a lot of things to do. From summer festivals to movies in the park, there is something to do every day.
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Family of missing Cary woman returns to US after search, believes no foul play in disappearance
A week after she went missing the family of a missing Cary woman, Liz Waddell, believe there was no foul play involved in her disappearance.
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Foundation focuses on safe boating, emergency response in memory of child killed on Harris Lake
One year after 10-year-old Brooklyn Carroll was killed in a boating tragedy at Harris Lake, her family and supporters are honoring her legacy through a foundation focused on boating safety and education.
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Portable bed rails linked to recalls, injuries and deaths, Consumer Reports warns
Portable bed rails are marketed as a simple way to keep loved ones safe -- whether an older parent is at risk of falling or a young child is moving into a "big kid" bed. However, Consumer Reports found that some of these products may pose a hidden danger linked to injuries.
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Bring home a new friend: Animal shelters offer discounts during month of August
Each August, WRAL partners with NBC and animal shelters across our community to promote pet adoption and raise funds to support animals in need. In 2026, eight organizations are lowering fees to help you bring a new pet home.
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4 out of 5 toddler foods are ultraprocessed. Nearly half fail to meet nutrition standards
Four out of five foods sold for toddlers in the United States are ultraprocessed, according to research that analyzed more than 2,700 products on grocery store shelves.
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Weekend best bets: International Fest, Chance the Rapper, Blues Traveler
There is so much to do this weekend in the Triangle.
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North Carolina teen accused of using AI for sexual exploitation. Are state laws strong enough?
A boy, whose name is not public because of his age, faces multiple felony charges and is accused of using AI to create sexually explicit photos of teen girls.
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Parents: Teen boy used AI to create sexually explicit images of their daughters
A teen faces multiple sexual exploitation charges connected to the use of AI to manipulate images of teen girls.
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Next steps after your child is diagnosed with ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is incredibly common—more than 9 percent of children receive a diagnosis of this neurodevelopmental disorder before they reach adulthood.
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A baby is in the forecast for WRAL's Kat Campbell
WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell and husband Jack are expecting their first child in December.
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Flying with kids? U.S. House passes bill that could expand TSA family lanes
Strollers, bags and long security lines can make family travel more stressful. A bipartisan House bill could expand TSA family lanes for travelers with children 12 and younger.
