Your auto insurance is going up – and it’s not inflation! 5 On Your Side looks into how much it could rise and the new North Carolina law that set it off!


On WRAL at 6: Get ready to pay more for auto insurance! 5 On Your Side examines a new state law

Swimming pools in North Carolina are opening or getting ready to open. Check out our sortable database of public pools in the region.

Swimming pools in North Carolina: Search for your favorite public pool

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Raleigh only sits behind Atlanta, GA and Fort Worth, TX.

Raleigh is the nation's third fastest-growing big city, data shows

City of Raleigh skyline from view of Boylan Street Bridge 

A 33-year-old Fayetteville man has been charged with sex crimes in connection with an incident that allegedly took place on Nov. 4, police said. 

<b>FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.</b> — A 33-year-old Fayetteville man has been charged with sex crimes in connection with an incident that allegedly took place on Nov. 4, police said.

Lamarcus Childress, of the 3400 block of McChoen Drive, is charged with attempted first-degree rape and second-degree rape. Authorities say he knew the victim of the alleged crime.

He was being held in the Cumberland County jail Tuesday under a $250,000 secured bond.

No other information about the incident has been released.

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Fayetteville man charged with sex crimes in early November incident

Lamarcus Childress

One person was killed and another was injured after a serious crash involving a UPS truck near E. Millbrook Road and Atlantic Avenue in Raleigh.



Person killed in 3-vehicle crash with UPS truck in Raleigh

Three-vehicle crash involving UPS truck shuts down part of E. Millbrook Road

Students, lawmakers and business leaders will discuss Wednesday how the elimination of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) will impact North Carolina.

NC lawmakers, students emphasize benefits of DEI policies ahead of vote to defund them

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According to the arrest report, the incident unfolded on May 9 when 27-year-old Melina Logan allegedly stole a Honda sedan during a test drive.


Video: NC woman jumps off bridge after high-speed chase ends in crash near Miami

NC woman jumps into lake to evade authorities

Wednesday will be hot and dry, but we could see showers and storms return to kick off Memorial Day weekend.


Hot, dry Wednesday on tap; late-day storms in the holiday weekend forecast 

Severe risk for Thursday, May 22

A main route through downtown Raleigh will be closed Wednesday and Thursday while crews remove a decades-old oak tree in Nash Square.



Giant oak tree comes down in downtown Raleigh's Nash Square, closing Martin Street

Giant tree comes down in Nash Square

A day at the North Carolina Zoo can be a great family activity. These zoo hacks will help you save money and enjoy your day even more.

Tips for a day at the NC Zoo

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Students, lawmakers and business leaders will discuss Wednesday how the elimination of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) will impact our state. The UNC Board of Governors will vote to defund DEI initiatives and is expected to make a decision Thursday.

NC lawmakers discuss importance of DEI policies ahead of vote to defund them

Sky 5 flew over a serious crash involving three vehicles, including a UPS truck, on E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh. 

Sky 5 flies over serious crash that shut down E. Millbrook Road in Raleigh

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The Charlotte Hornets and All-Star LaMelo Ball have been sued by a woman who says he struck her son with his car outside the Spectrum Center in October 2023.

LaMelo Ball sued by woman who says he hit her son with his car

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The game between Triangle rivals will be the last of three on Thursday at the ACC baseball championships in Charlotte

NC State, Duke to meet for spot in ACC baseball semifinals

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The Carolina Panthers have shared their latest plans for a renovated practice facility near Bank of America Stadium.

Carolina Panthers unveil plans, renderings of proposed Charlotte practice facility near Bank of America Stadium

The Carolina Panthers shared their latest plans for a new practice facility. During Monday's Charlotte City Council zoning meeting, the team shared renderings of the proposal. Photo credit: Tepper Sports & Entertainment

A unique, 3-on-3 baseball event is coming to Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The Durham Bulls will host Home Run Derby X on Saturday, Sept. 7.  

'Home Run Derby with defense' coming to DBAP this fall

Home Run Derby X

Ricky Rudd, Carl Edwards and Ralph Moody have been selected as members of the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2025. In addition, Dr. Dean Sicking was named the recipient of the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.