Videri Chocolate Factory, based on Raleigh, is a nominee for the Best Independent Chocolate Shop in the country.

Videri is nominated for best chocolate shop in the country

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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

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A woman died Saturday evening in a motorcycle crash in Fayetteville. 

<b>FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.</b> — One woman died Saturday evening after a motorcycle crash in Fayetteville.

Around 9:30 p.m., officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to a single-motorcycle crash on North Reilly Road near Cissna Drive.

The motorcyclist, Melanie Lewis Orr, 39, of Fort Bragg, was transported to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, where she died as a result of her injuries.

Investigations revealed that Orr was traveling outbound on N. Reilly Road when she lost control of her motorcycle and crashed. Anyone with additional information about the crash is asked to contact the Fayetteville Police Department at 910-433-1885 or Crime Stoppers at 910-483-8477.

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Woman dies after motorcycle crash in Fayetteville

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.

Woman charged after Chatham Co. deputies say her four dogs attacked three people

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

The ALE reached out to WRAL Investigates wanting to speak about their concerns regarding the prevalence of underage drinking and driving, and its devastating consequences.

ALE hopes for more resources after deadly crashes involving underage drinking

WRAL Investigates underage drinking & driving

We could see showers and storms return to kick off Memorial Day weekend.


Hot, steamy Wednesday on tap before storms move in for holiday weekend

Bus stop for Wednesday, May 22

Warren County Schools on Tuesday responded to a mother's claims that her son with autism was restrained and put in a closet. Asha Crews said her 6-year-old son, Sincere, was placed in a "restraint chair" inside a broom closet at Mariam Boyd Elementary. Crews said the closet has no air conditioning.

Reaction pours in after woman accuses Warren Co. school of restraining her son with autism

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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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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 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

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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. 