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A North Carolina man living in his car was wrongfully convicted of having a semiautomatic weapon when he parked outside a university hospital and sought emergency medical care, a state appeals court ruled Tuesday.

Conviction thrown out for man with guns inside car near UNC campus hospital in 2021

According to the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, deputies used “all less-than-lethal options” available and captured three of the four dogs. After deputies tried to capture the fourth dog on several attempts, a deputy shot and killed the dog.

3 dogs captured, 1 killed: Deputies say dogs attacked three people and they are searching for the owner

Tonight at 6 on WRAL, what's behind the disturbing trend in underage drinking and, in a rare interview you'll only see on WRAL, the head of the state's alcohol law enforcement talks about what they need to save the lives of our children.

At 6 on WRAL: An emotional plea from a mother after a rise in underage drinking and driving.

In November 2022 Tessiah Smithen received a letter that's haunted her for 18 months. Since, a teacher has resigned, and the school system is making changes following a 5 On Your Side investigation.

5 On Your Side: An anonymous letter accused a Wake teacher of abuse. What happened after a mom pushed for an investigation

5 On Your Side: Teacher accused of abusive behavior toward student with autism

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 

<b>GOLDSBORO, N.C.</b> — A Goldsboro man is behind bars after being accused of trying to poison his boss.

Investigators say Pedro Torres put insecticide in his boss' thermos after he was denied a pay raise. Authorities say his boss drank the coffee and became ill.

She was treated and released from a local hospital.

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Goldsboro Man Accused Of Poisoning Boss

Raleigh homeowners can expect to pay more in property taxes in 2025 compared to this year, according to the city's proposed budget. It's because home values have increased.

Raleigh property tax rate is going down, but you will probably pay more

Is homeownership becoming unattainable in the Triangle? 

According to the Chatham County Sheriff's Office, deputies used "all less-than-lethal options" available and captured three of the four dogs. After deputies tried to capture the fourth dog on multiple occasions, a deputy shot and killed the dog.

Three dogs captured, one killed after attacking three people Monday

Chatham County deputies captured three dogs and killed another after they say the dogs attacked three people Monday across two counties. Photos courtesy of the Chatham County Sheriff's Office.

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- On paper, Vince Gilmer was granted freedom more than two years ago. Later this week, he may actually leave prison.

Former NC doctor serving life for murder may soon be free after a conditional pardon and 2-year wait

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We'll have another calm day on Tuesday, but we could see showers and storms return to kick off Memorial Day weekend.


Summer heat and storms in the holiday weekend forecast 

High temperatures next 5 days

A large tree branch fell through the sunroof and windshield of Lyman Kiser's car at Five Points' Roanoke Park in Raleigh, causing significant damage.

Tree branch crashes through car at Raleigh park; city to remove tree in question

A large tree branch fell through the sunroof and windshield of Lyman Kiser's car on Saturday morning at Five Points' Roanoke Park in Raleigh, causing significant damage.

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A 1984-85 Jordan Star #101 card has sold privately for $925,000, surpassing the previous record of $840,000 for a Jordan 1986 Fleer rookie card. 

Buyer pays $925,000 for highest-selling Michael Jordan rookie card, report says

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The Hurricanes and their fans are devastated after a Game 6 loss ended their season on Thursday. Plus, Duke softball makes history, the Panthers' 2024 schedule is here and more!

Canes collapse, the Panthers paint and a NASCAR fight in the Sports Moments of the Week

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University presidents around the country are scheduled to meet this week to vote on whether to accept a proposed settlement of an antitrust lawsuit that would cost the NCAA nearly $3 billion and create a landmark revenue-sharing system with college athletes.