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Raleigh grandmother celebrates $728,048 jackpot win

Giant flying spiders spreading across East Coast

Headed for the East Coast: Giant flying spiders that can stay in the air for miles and eat butterflies

Pinehurst Resort & Country Club is ready to host the 2024 U.S. Open. It's the fourth U.S. Open that's come to Pinehurst.

Excitement surrounds historic Pinehurst No. 2 course ahead of 2024 U.S. Open

WRAL Documentary Easy Targets: Gangs getting younger in NC

Court rules NC State employees can conduct independent testing of Poe Hall

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Local News

One week after a hit-and-run crash claimed the life of a Fayetteville resident, Rebecca Dunbenit's family pleads for the driver to come forward.

Family desperate for answers in fatal Fayetteville hit-and-run

Concerns grows about high-speed pursuits after five chases in seven days

Golfer survives widowmaker heart attack, cardiologist credits AED

Moore County mother faces murder charge after toddler's death

'Sextortion' crimes increasing against teenage boys, authorities say

Nation/World

FILE - Entertainer and entrepreneur Sean Combs poses next to his honorary degree of Doctor of Humanities during the graduation ceremony at Howard University in Washington, Saturday, May 10, 2014. In a decision, Friday, June 7, 2024, Howard University is cutting ties to Combs, rescinding the honorary degree that was awarded to him and disbanding a scholarship program in his name. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

Howard University cuts ties with Sean 'Diddy' Combs after video of attack on Cassie

Florida authorities warn of shark dangers along Gulf Coast beaches after 3 people are attacked

Takeaways from Hunter Biden's gun trial: His family turns out as his own words are used against him

Credit card delinquencies are rising. Here's what to do if you're at risk

Clarence Thomas, in Financial Disclosure, Acknowledges 2019 Trips Paid by Harlan Crow

Politifact

FILE - Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Wildwood, N.J., May 11, 2024. The American Civil Liberties Union is making plans to fight the immigrant raids and mass deportations that former President Donald Trump has promised if he were to win a second term. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

Fact check: Trump denies calling for Clinton to be locked up

Fact check: Biden says violent crime 'is near a record 50-year low'

Fact check: Is Chief Justice Newby removing judges who were elected to their positions?

8 questions about Trump's guilty verdict and his presidential campaign, answered

Fact check: Biden says inflation 'was 9% when I came to office'

NC Capitol

On The Record: What America's border policy means for voters in North Carolina

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending June 6

State Health Plan raises premiums for 26,000 NC members

Could NC ban birth control? Stein, Robinson spar over issue in race for governor

NC tax revenue from sports betting eclipses $40 million since March launch

Where to find outdoor music in the Triangle this summer

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe. (Adobe Stock)

Foodie News: New coffee shop has plans for Chapel Hill

FILE -- Country singer Kane Brown, in New York, Dec. 3, 2016. A new song by Brown, who performed at the October 2017 Las Vegas festival in which 58 people were killed and hundreds wounded, includes lyrics about school shootings: “Now you gotta take a test in a bulletproof vest/Scared to death that you might get shot." (Christopher Gregory/The New York Times)

Weekend best bets: Kane Brown, Niall Horan and lots of live music

At 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5, tour three new playgrounds from the WRAL Family Facebook page.

Gigantic parks in the Triangle: Tour 3 playgrounds in Cary, Apex and Wake Forest

NC hosts official Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony

Your guide to Pride in the Triangle

Education

Tim King received a letter alleging his son's teacher was abusive toward students in class.

WRAL employee, parent goes over letter alleging teacher abused child

Future of Poe Hall: Significant changes being considered

New health standards will come to NC schools in 2025

Edgecombe County weapons detection system finds gun at school ceremony

Weapons detection system flags gun at Edgecombe County awards ceremony

WRAL In Depth

'It's Not Sustainable': Insurance Hikes Threaten Affordable Housing

Gangs, and young gang members, are a problem in North Carolina

WRAL Documentary Easy Targets: Gangs getting younger in NC

'Absolutely disingenuous': Health expert critical of second Poe Hall PCB report

Wake County leaders pass $2 billion fiscal year budget: Here's what it means for homeowners, school system

WRALSportsFan

The NC Courage win its first game at The Soccer Tournament on Friday in an exciting 2-1 match against Brunley FC.

NC Courage beats Soccerhead 5-3 to advance to semis at The Soccer Tournament

Bobrovsky makes 32 saves as the Panthers shut out the Oilers 3-0 in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final

Dornoch pulls off an upset to win the first Belmont Stakes run at Saratoga Race Course at 17-1

Bulls beat Stripers 7-3

NCFC falls 2-1 to Louisville City

HighSchoolOT

Palisades head football coach Jonathan Simmons. West Charlotte jumped out to a big first half lead en route to a 28-19 win over Palisades at the Turf Kings event presented by The Army, Be All You Can Be Invitational on August 19, 2023 (Photo: Evan Moesta/HighSchoolOT)

Head coaches preview the 2024 high school football season in North Carolina

Havelock 3-star Jonathan Williams commits to East Carolina

Mallard Creek DL Chaz Knox commits to Elon

2-time state champion basketball coach Jim Baker leaves Central Cabarrus for Cannon

2024 North Carolina high school basketball coaching changes

WRAL Specialists

Evidence markers sit on the street after a shooting.

Lawmakers request more funds for gun violence as NC sees bump in shooting deaths

NC DMV head claims glitch behind lengthy delays impacting 350,000-plus people

Congresswoman Deborah Ross (left) and North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser (right) visited a water treatment plant in Raleigh to discuss plans to remove toxic forever chemicals from drinking water.

State, federal officials tour Raleigh water plant to learn about PFAS-removal upgrades

As complaints mount over long waits, DMV head questioned by NC lawmakers

FILE — Groceries in the trunk of a car after a purchase at a Kroger Marketplace in Royal Oak, Mich., on Nov. 17, 2021. President Biden, whose approval rating has suffered amid high inflation, is beginning to pressure large grocery chains to slash food prices for American consumers, accusing them of reaping excess profits and ripping off shoppers. (Brittany Greeson/The New York Times)

About half of North Carolina parents report struggling to afford food

More parents say they can't afford groceries due to rising prices

Family

Little boy at kindergarten graduation (Adobe Stock)

Go Ask Dad: Summa Cum Kindergarten

Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids

A realistic way to protect kids from social media? Find a middle ground

Cool bites for hot nights: Refreshing summer dining menu inspirations

List: Triangle Juneteenth events

SmartShopper

Father's Day Deals 2024: Restaurant, retail and gift card bonus offers

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Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

List of top grocery deals valid June 5-11

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $25 (50% off)

Good News

The Juneteenth flag, which commemorates the day that slavery ended in the US. Nati Harnik/AP

Durham County marks Juneteenth with flag-raising, song

Student leaves wheelchair, walks across stage to get diploma

Live performance in WRAL Gardens: Empower Dance Studio

Client saves Winston-Salem hairdresser having stroke

K-9 'Pike' saves man's life by recovering stolen cellphone

Offbeat

US WWII veteran Harold Terens, 100, left, and Jeanne Swerlin, 96, arrive to celebrate their wedding at the town hall of Carentan-les-Marais, in Normandy, northwestern France, on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Together, the collective age of the bride and groom was nearly 200. But Terens and his sweetheart Jeanne Swerlin proved that love is eternal as they tied the knot Saturday inland of the D-Day beaches in Normandy, France. (AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez)

A World War II veteran just married his bride near Normandy's D-Day beaches. He's 100, she's 96

Rare 7-foot fish washed ashore on Oregon's coast garners worldwide attention

A real nut case: Cold Stone Creamery faces suit over lack of real pistachios in pistachio ice cream

Giraffe's nibble turns into airborne safari adventure for Texas toddler

Fossil-hunting diver says he has found a large section of mastodon tusk off Florida's coast

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5 On Your Side

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Ninja Hibachi Express and Once In A Blue Moon Bakery and Cafe

NC Hospital accused of sharing private data settles with patients

5 On Your Side: Consumer Reports top buys for June

Jeep Wagoneer earns Top Safety Pick, other large SUVs fall short

Investigations

A court ruled Wednesday that N.C. State employees and their representatives should be allowed to do their own testing inside the university's Poe Hall.

Enormous win: NC State grad student can do own testing inside Poe Hall

Court rules NC State employees can conduct independent testing of Poe Hall

NC State says Poe Hall PCB testing results coming in next few weeks

Fort Liberty soldier charged for death of his infant daughter

WRAL TechWire

Employers are choosing different employment strategies in a somewhat fractured macroeconomic climate. But here's where there are more than 4,000 jobs near RTP.

US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health

Workers at Samsung Electronics walk out for the first time ever

Donald Thompson: Inclusivity, belonging build an engaged workforce

Cybersecurity career opportunities outpace supply: Report

Business

**This image is for use with this specific article only** Vanna White, longtime host of "Wheel of Fortune," will leave the show on June 7 after 41 seasons. White and Pat Sajak have co-hosted the show together since 1982. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Willard/ABC via CNN Newsource

Vanna White says an emotional goodbye to Pat Sajak on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Construction beginning for new casino resort in Kings Mountain

How a Depression-era law could be used to make your booze cheaper

US hiring and wage growth picked up last month in sign of sustained economic health

Tar Heel Traveler

For 50 years, Miss Helen has been mastering the art of the cheese biscuit at her cozy grill inside a Washington, NC convenience store.

Tar Heel Traveler: Mom's Grill in Washington, NC

Tar Heel Traveler: Ocracoke Decoys

Tar Heel Traveler: Glass blowing studio

Tar Heel Traveler: Decree Printing

Hometown Carolina

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Juneteenth in Washington: 'Unity in the Community'

Washington Spring Homes & Gardens Tour

Raleigh's flower trail: Your guide to the best blooms and springtime trails

Entertainment

Awards, including an Emmy, are displayed at Netflix headquarters Los Gatos, Calif. on March 7, 2024. Netflix wins awards for its shows like a Hollywood studio, but still relies on the sophisticated technology of a Silicon Valley company to reel in viewers and subscribers. (AP Photo/Mike Liedtke)

Netflix's recipe for success includes 'secret sauce' spiced with Silicon Valley savvy

The Olympic rings are mounted on the Eiffel Tower to mark 50 days until the Paris Games

'Home Alone' house being sold. Swinging paint cans not included

Raleigh grandmother celebrates $728,048 jackpot win

CBC Opinion

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden, greet a World War II veteran during ceremonies to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2024, Normandy. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

CATHERINE PORTER: For heroes of D-Day, this reunion might be a 'Last Hurrah'

Editorial: Would Trump meet behavior standards Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson wants for N.C. school kids?

Editorial: A university system should be of the people, not of partisan politicians

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Obeying the rules or bending them?

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