Statewide NC Headlines

Federal immigration agents plan Raleigh operations as early as Tuesday, mayor says
Mon Nov 17 7:43 pm
Federal immigration agents are on the ground in Raleigh and plan to conduct operations in the area as soon as Tuesday, according to Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell.
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Pentagon-backed RTP startup eyes Johnston County for rare-earth magnets plant
Mon Nov 17 8:50 pm
Officials are expected to consider economic incentives for a manufacturer that plans to expand near Benson. People familiar with the matter tell WRAL News that Vulcan Elements is at the center of the deal.
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Cooler night ahead of possible showers Tuesday
Mon Nov 17 6:49 pm
After a warm, dry, and breezy end to the weekend, we'll have a cooldown to start the work week. Lows will drop into the 30s Monday and Tuesday morning.
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Interstate 95 closed in Harnett County due to crash; drivers urged to avoid the area
Mon Nov 17 5:51 pm
All lanes of Interstated 95 near Bud Hawkins Road are closed after a crash on Monday. WRAL's Breaking News Tracker is headed to the scene to learn what caused the crash and if there are any injuries.
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As Senate race looms, Cooper and Whatley weigh-in on Charlotte immigration crackdown
Mon Nov 17 6:37 pm
Immigration agents over the weekend arrested more than 130 immigrants accused of being in the country illegally, the Department of Homeland Security said Monday.
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New evidence reveals fifth child dead in Johnston County murder case
Mon Nov 17 6:42 pm
New court documents released Tuesday revealed a fifth child in the ongoing investigation into a Johnston County man who admitted to killing his four children.
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Man tied to girl's death in 2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade sentenced to prison
Mon Nov 17 6:35 pm
Landen Glass was sentenced to prison and required community service on Monday for his role in the death of 11-year-old Hailey Brooks in November 2022 during the Raleigh Christmas Parade. Glass was behind the wheel of an out-of-control pickup truck that crashed into Brooks.
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UNC football players piling up speeding and reckless driving charges
Mon Nov 17 6:37 pm
An investigation reveals that UNC football players are receiving speeding and reckless driving citations at an alarming rate. Three of coach Bill Belichick's prized recruits are among the worst offenders.
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Triangle traffic headaches: What's being done about them
Mon Nov 17 6:24 pm
The Triangle remains one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country, and it shows no signs of slowing. How will traffic planners keep up with the growth? WRAL looks at some of the worst bottlenecks -- and what's being done about them.
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2 killed after chase at 120 mph leads to crash in Wayne County
Mon Nov 17 6:36 pm
A high-speed chase ended with two people dead and two others injured, according to North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Troopers found alcohol, marijuana and guns in the car.
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Durham police arrest mother after 4-year-old son accidentally shot himself
Mon Nov 17 8:04 pm
Durham police arrested 44-year-old Assante Moore after police said her 4-year-old son accidentally shot himself with an unsecured gun. She is now facing several charges including felony child abuse serious bodily injury and misdemeanor permit children use of a firearm.
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Fact check: Is Walmart's Thanksgiving deal cheaper under Trump than Biden?
Mon Nov 17 4:45 pm
Facing falling consumer confidence and widespread concern about inflation, President Donald Trump said a Walmart Thanksgiving dinner package shows his policies are lowering prices.
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