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NC Senate votes to ban people from wearing masks in public for health reasons

The North Carolina Senate plans to vote Wednesday to ban people from wearing masks in public for health reasons, institute harsher penalties on protesters, roll back juvenile justice reforms, raise toll road late fees, modernize sex crime laws and let billboard companies cut down more trees.

watch · 67:22 State lawmakers debate bills to ban masks, AI-generated pornography

A dog and puppies were found in a closed suitcase Wednesday.

Abandoned dog and puppies found in suitcase by Johnston County firefighters

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NC town of Fremont investigated: Report says people, pets allowed to live inside Town Hall

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Raleigh's NC Museum of History closing for 2 to 3 years for makeover

75+ things to do in May

FILE - Donald Glover, who goes by the stage name Childish Gambino, performs at the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York on June 3, 2017. Childish Gambino has returned with a reimagined album and a new tour announcement. Early Monday morning, Glover posted on X that a new album, “ATAVISTA,” had hit streaming platforms. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)

Childish Gambino announces Raleigh tour stop

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

New at N.C. State Fair this year: La Farm will be selling Pimento Cheese sandwiches and white chocolate baguettes on a stick.

La Farm expands into Raleigh with two new locations

2024 May second primary election results

Local News

A man suspected of embezzlement is in custody following a foot pursuit with Garner police officers on Wednesday evening.

Garner Police catch embezzlement suspect after WakeMed escape

Man charged with murder, accused of fatally shooting woman in Edgecombe County

Grocery prices flat, overall inflation still high compared to pre-pandemic levels

Bicyclists take to streets for silent ride, bring attention to spike in deaths on NC roadways

Siler City man faces additional child pornography charges

Nation/World

In this combination photo, President Joe Biden speaks May 2, 2024, in Wilmington, N.C., left, and Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, May 1, 2024, in Waukesha, Wis. President Joe Biden says he won’t participate in the campaign debates sponsored by a nonpartisan commission, instead challenging Republican Donald Trump to a pair of debates. Biden said Wednesday that Trump lost two debates to him in 2020 and since then, he hasn’t shown up for a debate. Biden proposes debating Trump twice. (AP Photo)

Biden and Trump, trading barbs, agree to 2 presidential debates, in June and September

US inflation eased last month in the first slowdown of 2024

Netanyahu fends off criticism at home and abroad over his lack of a postwar plan for Gaza

70 years ago, school integration was a dream many believed could actually happen. It hasn't

Driver said he smoked pot oil, took medication before Florida crash that killed 8 Mexican workers

Politifact

FILE - President Joe Biden speaks, May 2, 2024, in Wilmington, N.C. In recent appearances around the country, Biden has been betting that reminding voters about Donald Trump's presidency and highlighting his Republican opponent's latest campaign statements will work to the Democratic president's advantage. He wants the 2024 election to be a referendum on Trump's record and plans, but he also wants voters to look favorably on his own policies and actions. (AP Photo/David Yeazell, File)

Fact check: Biden says Trump wants to monitor women's pregnancies

Fact check: Kennedy says Congress prohibits research into mass shootings

Fact check: Trump says he's 'not allowed to testify' under gag order

Fact check: Biden says he was arrested during Civil Rights era

Fact check: Pelosi says Trump has 'the worst record of job loss of any president'

NC Capitol

NC bill moves to reverse juvenile justice reforms

NC Senate approves bill targeting AI pornography

House Republicans seek tweaks to immigration enforcement bill

Smaller surplus could lead to funding change for school vouchers, Moore says. Rebates and video gambling uncertain

Facing scrutiny, taxpayer-backed NCInnovation debates first round of grants

La Farm expands into Raleigh with two new locations

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

Mac and cheese restaurant to open first location in Raleigh

Childish Gambino announces Raleigh tour stop

Places to visit in North Carolina. Photo: Big Stock

10 incredible places to visit in North Carolina this year

75+ things to do in May

Scott Crawford (Photo by Jessica Crawford)

Foodie News: Scott Crawford's new basement bar opens

Education

Teacher of the Week: Ryan Silva

Removal of books with gay parents prompts federal complaint in Moore County Schools

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

NC State appeals decision to allow independent Poe Hall testing

Learning how to parent: Resources parents can turn to

WRAL In Depth

Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

Stakeouts and surveillance: WRAL Investigates high-performance car thieves targeting Triangle dealerships

5 On Your Side resolves teacher's dental bill after insurance incorrectly charges her more than $1,000

NC State says it will process public records despite message indicating temporary pause

In Depth with Dan: Examining Raleigh's growing homelessness problem

WRALSportsFan

ACC commissioner Jim Phillips speaks to the media at the 2023 ACC Tipoff in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. (Photo by Nell Redmond/ACC)

ACC commissioner Jim Phillips is holding out hope for a 'really good ending' despite league turmoil

NC State schedules non-conference games with ACC opponent for 2025, 2026

Netflix will carry NFL games on Christmas Day for 3 years, including 2 this upcoming season

Transfer portal tracker: NC State forward to return to Wolfpack

Seeking historic comeback, Hurricanes hope to ride momentum from Game 5 win

HighSchoolOT

Madeleine Hefner (16) of Union Pines. Union Pines girls lacrosse hung on to defeat Croatan 14-13 to advance to the 1A/2A/3A state championship on May 15, 2024. (Photo: Evan Moesta/HighSchoolOT.com)

Union Pines storms past Croatan to advance to 1A/2A/3A state championship game

Brazeau home run lifts Wake Forest past Corinth Holders in 4A baseball playoffs

Wake Forest softball advances in playoffs with win over Corinth Holders

Statewide Scoreboard: Girls soccer, baseball, softball, lacrosse playoffs

Rosters released for NCCA East-West All-Star basketball games

WRAL Specialists

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

Bicyclists ride in silence to remember 43 people who died on NC roads

The aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, glow on the horizon at St. Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay on the North East coast, England, Friday, May 10, 2024. Brilliant purple, green, yellow and pink hues of the Northern Lights were reported worldwide, with sightings in Germany, Switzerland, London, and the United States and Canada. (Owen Humphreys/PA via AP)

If you missed the northern lights, don't fret. More sun 'burps' mean there could be another chance this year

Kelly Daughtry (left) and Brad Knott (right)

Knott wins GOP nomination in Triangle congressional runoff

The Muehlbachs began noticing major problems with the home. Approximately 30 building violations were allegedly missed during the home's inspection.

Contractor back in business after license suspension; Chatham couple says he still owes them thousands

Car thieves caught on camera: WRAL Investigates crime rings targeting NC dealerships

Family

Wake County Schools working to decrease driver's ed backlog

Wake schools plans another contract to reduce months-long driver's education backlog

Breaking up with the pacifier

Launching with confidence: Helping your scared child prepare for college

Empower your college grad: 3 essential health talks

Birthday, Mother's Day combine for 6-generation celebration

SmartShopper

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List of top grocery deals valid May 15-21

Macy's One Day Sale through May 15: 8-Pc Comforter Sets only $34.99 IN ALL SIZES (reg. $100) , 3-Pc Comforter Sets only $24.99

Walmart Deals: Dearfoams Reversable Sherpa Throw Blanket only $5.51 (68% off), Garage 4-Shelf Unit only $39.99 (reg. $109.99), Countertop Pellet Ice Maker only $59.99 (reg. $129)

Starbucks reward members score 50% off a drink every Friday in May from 12-6 pm

Good News

Volunteers find shelter for dozens of families displaced from Henderson motel

Community rallies to provide shelter for families suddenly displaced from Henderson motel

Tarboro High graduate merges love of tennis, fashion in summer internship

NC restaurant owner drives to West Virginia to fulfill woman's wish for last meal

Durham Police Department welcomes new therapy dog Siren

100+ carat brooch is worth millions

Offbeat

Class of 2027 plebes climb during the Herndon Monument Climb at the U.S. Naval Academy, Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Annapolis, Md. Freshmen, known as Plebes, participate in the climb to celebrate finishing their first year at the academy. The climb was completed in two hours, nineteen minsters and eleven seconds to complete. (AP Photo/Tom Brenner)

A greasy, monumental ritual at the Naval Academy ends after more than 2 hours

A Chicago teen entered college at 10. At 17, she earned a doctorate from Arizona State

Punxsutawney Phil's babies are named Shadow and Sunny. Just don't call them the heirs apparent

A US museum curator was detained in Turkey on claims of spider smuggling. He says he has permits

When the first warm-blooded dinosaurs roamed Earth

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5 On Your Side

Lisa Eustathiou has a history of alleged predatory charges and withholding security deposits.

NC Attorney General orders landlord to pay $25,000 in security deposits

Spring cleaning tips for easier dusting

'Deceptive' landlord with homes near NC State ordered to pay $25,000 following 5 On Your Side reports

The dirty secrets to get your spring cleaning done easy

Investigations

WRAL Investigates: Mother says missed pool inspection cost her daughter's life

Drugs, money & speeding: A ride along with Nash County's sheriff

On I-95, speed, drugs and a special effort to stop them

WRAL Investigates lack of transparency at mental health facilities

WRAL TechWire

The exterior rooms of a shared lab building include things like office spaces, meeting rooms and changing areas. The heart of the building contains 24 cleanrooms, customizable to a client's business needs.

Leased, custom labs allow drug makers to grow quickly in shared space

Guest column: The day the (real) music died

Tech 'Jedi' Chambers channels his insight about AI strategy

Illness took away her voice. AI created a replica she carries in her phone

Business

FILE - An airplane flies over a sign on Boeing's 737 delivery center, Oct. 19, 2015, at Boeing Field in Seattle. The Justice Department's determination on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, that Boeing violated corporate probation for deceiving federal regulators does not necessarily mean that prosecutors will revive criminal charges against the giant aircraft manufacturer. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

The US says Boeing violated a 2021 settlement. That doesn't mean the company will face charges

Justice Department says Boeing violated deal that avoided prosecution after 737 Max crashes

Walmart lays off hundreds of employees and requires others to relocate

OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever announces departure from ChatGPT maker

Tar Heel Traveler

It's a historic time at Chimney Rock, for on this day 75 years ago its elevator first opened, carrying visitors 26 stories to the top. The elevator, built within the mountain, remains an engineering marvel.

Tar Heel Traveler: Chimney Rock Elevator celebrating 75 years

Tar Heel Traveler: Rainbow Bridge

Tar Heel Traveler: Biltmore Estate Azaleas

Tar Heel Traveler: Harbor Town Cruises in Washington County

Hometown Carolina

Support local businesses, communities, non-profits through the Hometown Carolina store

Washington Spring Homes & Gardens Tour

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

The Wonders of Goose Creek State Park

'American Idol' alum Jordin Sparks to perform national anthem ahead of 108th Indianapolis 500

Cash 5 ticket purchased in Charlotte wins $1.1 million jackpot

Sidewalk video ‘Portal’ linking New York, Dublin by livestream temporarily paused after lewd antics

Tom Brady says his appearance on 'The Greatest Roast of All Time' has 'affected' his children

CBC Opinion

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: N.C. Senate's turn to address antisemitism's definition

Editorial: Truitt decries politicization of N.C. schools even as she dodged a tough stand

Editorial: Latest school voucher scheme neglects N.C.'s kids, aids the wealthy

Editorial: Profiles in capitulation

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