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Johnston County Airport Director recalls taking order from TOPGUN admiral on September 11th
Years before David Harris became director of the Johnston Regional Airport in Smithfield, he was a Navy aviator and instructor at TOPGUN. On the morning of September 11, 2001, Harris sent two fighter jets to protect the Golden Gate Bridge from a potential terrorist attack.
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25 years after 9/11, Durham fire chief remembers rescue mission at the Pentagon
Before becoming Durham’s fire chief, Robert Zoldos was a member of Virginia Task Force One, a highly specialized urban search and rescue team trained to respond to major disasters around the world. On September 11, 2001, Zoldos was one of the first teams to respond after a plane struck the Pentagon.
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'I want some intervention': Law enforcement, community discuss youth violence at WRAL town hall
WRAL News brought together law enforcement and community leaders on Wednesday for an open discussion about youth violence, what’s driving it and what we can do as a community to break the cycle.
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CJF America founder says some people claiming they were defrauded were never employees
In an exclusive interview with WRAL, CJF America founder Courtney Jordan pushed back against allegations that the nonprofit failed to pay or defrauded former workers after a court hearing involving its former president and a former employee.
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WRAL presents: SAS at 50, exclusive with CEO Jim Goodnight
WRAL presents a special look at SAS's impact on the Triangle and beyond through an exclusive conversation with founder and CEO Dr. Jim Goodnight. Watch the SAS documentary Models of Progress here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPFjWaNWuC4
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'That's someone's baby down there': Woman says she tried to help Wilson Courthouse shooting victim
As Tawana Burns was working around 10:30 a.m. adjacent to the Wilson County courthouse, she heard gunshots ring out. As she turned around to look out her window, which faces the steps of the courthouse, she saw a woman lying on the ground.
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Only on WRAL: Durham Fire Department cracks down on illegal fireworks during Fourth of July holiday
Inspections are underway at roadside stands and pop-up tents to make sure your celebrations don't go up in flames.
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WRAL Documentary examines growing number of news deserts nationally and across North Carolina
As newsrooms shrink, media companies consolidate and communities lose access to trusted local information, a new WRAL documentary explores what is at stake for North Carolina.
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'I'm happy to be alive': Garner man severely burned from boat fire accident during fishing trip
Only on WRAL, Connor Gecewicz spoke from his hospital bed about the harrowing moments on a Memorial Day weekend fishing trip at Topsail Beach.
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NC man sentenced to 25-30 years in prison for 2022 murders that happened days apart
A 23-year-old Durham man will serve between 25 and 30 years in prison for two murders that happened just days apart. Nizer Bennett was charged with the 2022 murders in both Cumberland and Durham counties.
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Raleigh running club revives old running track, sparks big plans
A running track that sat unused for years at the Governor Morehead School for the Blind is ready for runners, thanks to a youth running club that set it all in motion.
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Edgecombe man with troubled driving record pleads guilty to death by vehicle
William Braddy accepted a plea deal in the death of Carolyn Robbins Hyde, where he faced felony death by vehicle and driving while impaired charges.
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After two hurricanes and slew of red tape, Robeson man’s resilience results in new home
Hurricanes Matthew and Florence severely damaged Darrick Virgil's family home, making it unlivable. Years later, he received the keys to his new home, after years of denials from the ReBuild NC program.
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Deputies: Clayton mother killed, 18-year-old son jumps from second-story window to evade gunman
A Clayton woman was found dead Saturday after a shooting at a home on Valley Field Drive, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. Her 18-year-old son was shot and jumped from a second-story window as deputies arrived.
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Wake County EMS introduces triage system to prioritize life-threatening 911 calls
Wake County EMS will soon begin prioritizing 911 callers who are facing the most life-threatening emergencies.
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State leaders push for more funding for prison reentry, addiction programs amid NC budget impasse
First Lady Anna Stein is emphasizing the role of prison reentry and substance abuse treatment programs in public safety, aiming to attract volunteers in the absence of additional state funding.
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Lawsuit: Poe Hall PCB exposure gave plaintiffs breast cancer, violated constitutional rights
Former students, faculty and staff are suing North Carolina State University, alleging they developed breast cancer after years of being exposed to toxic chemicals inside Poe Hall. The complaint argues NC State had a duty to protect individuals and that forced toxic exposure “shocks the conscience.”
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One year since North Hills shooting, restaurant owner reflects on challenges, hope
For the first time, Coquette owner Kevin Jennings is sharing his insight on the January 2025 shooting, the challenges since, and his unwavering hope for the future.
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Family of man killed in Raleigh convenience store awarded $1.3 million in settlement
Family members of a young man killed in a stabbing at a downtown Raleigh convenience store were awarded $1.3 million in a settlement, according to their attorneys.
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Multiple high-speed chases across Wake and Durham counties end in arrests on Wednesday
Three high-speed chases unfolded across Wake and Durham counties, leading to a massive police response and ongoing investigations. Deputies have not released the names of the people involved in the chases.
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State suspends license of Pittsboro cat refuge after repeat violations: What happens to the cats?
A popular no-kill cat shelter is racing against the clock to keep its license. The futures of more than 100 cats are now up in the air.
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Cary's new interim Town Manager Russ Overton pledges transparency amid financial scrutiny
Interim Cary Town Manager Russ Overton has taken over for Sean Stegall. Earlier in December, Stegall resigned after weeks of questions about spending.
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‘What keeps me up at night’: Stein reflects on Helene, immigration and collaboration with Trump
In an interview Tuesday with WRAL anchor Ashley Rowe, Democratic Gov. Josh Stein discussed challenges at the state and federal level — and areas of collaboration with Republican President Donald Trump.
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Only on WRAL: Roblox official answers questions about safety on the app
Eliza Jacobs, the senior director of product policy at Roblox, talks with WRAL anchor Ashley Rowe about the platform's safety features and what major change the gaming app is planning to launch.
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Roblox prepares to roll out its facial age estimation technology this month amid mounting lawsuits
Roblox is getting ready to roll out its latest safety feature at a time when it is confronting a growing number of lawsuits from states and families that claim the popular gaming app falsely advertised itself as safe for children.
