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Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly-high inflation, a move that could spur a sharp response from the White House.
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Opening acts drop out of Ed Sheeran's tour one month ahead of Charlotte date
Rapper Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour because of onstage pro-Palestinian comments. Sheeran said it was the tour promoter's decision.
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EU proposes social media restrictions for children under 13
The European Union is set to implement new regulations aimed at protecting children under 13 from potential harms associated with social media usage.
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A new and improved WRAL Closings
The updated WRAL Closings system streamlines how organizations report closings and delays, from any device.
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Pet of the day: September 16, 2026
It's Wednesday, and that means it's time for our featured pet of the day from Cat Angels Pet Adoptions. Today, we would like to introduce you to Bethany, a gentle cat with stunning emerald green eyes.
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Duke football coach Manny Diaz hosts Q&A ahead of Stanford matchup
Duke football coach Manny Diaz hosts Q&A ahead of Stanford matchup
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Raleigh mayor talks about potential data center pause
Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell talks about the city's proposed moratorium on data centers.
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Roanoke Rapids firefighters raise awareness for suicide, lymphoma
We all know firefighting is dangerous, but the danger often goes beyond the flames. For one, cancer rates among firefighters are higher than the average person. The same is true with suicide. The suicide rate among firefighters is 38% higher than the rest of the population. More firefighters die by suicide than in the line of duty
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Warmer water extends amoeba risk
State investigators now point to a Durham water feature as the likely source of the amoeba infection that killed a North Carolina teenager. The discovery follows one of the hottest summers ever recorded in our state. WRAL climate change reporter Liz McLaughlin explains how warming conditions may be changing the risk
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Former NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent opens up about retiring
Longtime NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent sits down with WRAL's Pat Welter to preview Home Run Derby X in Durham and reflect on life after baseball.
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Woman injured in hit-and-run incident involving stolen Tesla
A woman is recovering from serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a stolen Tesla in San Diego.
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Ford recalls 200,000 F-150 trucks over fuel tank issues
Ford has announced a recall affecting approximately 200,000 F-150 trucks due to potential issues with fuel tank straps.
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Pet of the Day September 15, 2026
Introducing Carrie, today's pet from Red Barn Rescue! At around two years old and weighing 43 pounds, Carrie is thought to be a boxer-colly mix. To make Carrie part of your pack, visit www.redbarnrescue.com to meet her!
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Huge sinkhole outside Pittsburgh Fire Department
Recent flooding caused this, and now teams are trying to repair it. Firefighters were conducting rescues in that community when the sinkhole formed.
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Caught on cam: Crane collapses in downtown Miami
Four people were injured in a crane accident in downtown Miami.
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Bus driver falls asleep before crashing into tree, video shows
Video inside a Metro Atlanta transit bus shows the moment a driver fell asleep at the wheel, crashing into a tree with passengers inside.
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7-year-old boy reunited with first responders who saved his life
A 7-year-old boy reunited with the first responders who saved him after he choked and went into cardiac arrest.
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Amazon truck struck by hunting arrow
An Amazon diver in Missouri is left shaken after narrowly missing a stray crossbow arrow.
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NC fall foliage forecast: Drought could impact vivid leaf color this year
The drought could bring more muted tones to our fall color. The best place to view fall color will likely be in the mountains. WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell explains.
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Child killed in Durham crash with bicycle was Oak Grove student
On Monday, WRAL News heard from the family of Keegan Brooks. Brooks was a nine-year-old boy who was hit and killed while riding his bike in Durham over the weekend.
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Cary town leaders discussing new solutions to financial problems at Monday committee meeting
Cary town leaders are discussing a new financial plan after a 2,600-page report found the town's savings to be below the minimum requirement
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Water main break disrupts service for 50,000 customers in Cary and Morrisville
Crews are working to repair a 30-inch water main that broke Monday in Cary, disrupting service to 50,000 customers.
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No bond for Durham man charged with murdering former partner
38-year-old Lontrel Alston had his first appearance in Durham County Court Monday morning. Alston is charged with the death of 43-year-old Victoria James after a shooting on Revere Road Saturday afternoon.
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Oil prices reach a 3-month high
Oil prices are skyrocketing, with the global oil benchmark soaring further past the $100/barrel mark Monday.
