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UNC students ready to move on after Steve Belichick steps down

WRAL's Avery Davis spoke with UNC-Chapel Hill students who are ready to move forward as fans after Steve Belichick stepped down Thursday morning.

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Pet of the Day September 17, 2026

Introducing Ivy, a 12-year-old golden retriever mix who embodies the notion that age is just a number. hopeanimalrescue.org

Pet of the Day

Canes start training camp with young prospects looking to fill roles

The Carolina Hurricanes are officially moving into a new season, where they'll defend the Stanley Cup championship they won in June.

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Court appearance for suspected shooter at Fuquay Verena Zaxby's

Otis Johnson, an 18-year-old, is set to appear in court today at 1:30 PM, facing a first-degree murder charge related to a shooting incident at a Zaxby's restaurant in Fuquay Verena.

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UNC providing free dental care to veterans

UNC Adams School of Dentistry is holding a free event to provide dental care to veterans. The event will be held on Nov. 13, 2026, between 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. People who are interested can fill out an online form at https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6QdFUYPBiXfPEJo.

Dolly Parton wins award, shares message recorded before her death

Dolly Parton, who posthumously received the Americana Lifetime Achievement Award, reflected on her career in a video message recorded before her death. It was played at an awards show Wednesday night.

People pay respects to NBC crew killed in helicopter crash

Eliana Moreno, an aerial photojournalist-reporter, was engaged to be married. George Marciniw, a veteran pilot, was planning on retiring soon.

5 On Your Side: Woman loses nearly $2,000 to jury duty scam

A woman from Durham fell victim to a scam that involved threats of arrest. 5 On Your Side explains how to avoid becoming a victim.

Owner tracks stolen Tesla taken on joyride

Imagine getting a notification that your car is moving but you are nowhere near it -- that's exactly what happened to an Oregon man.

Fed raises interest rates amid high fuel costs

After weeks of anticipation, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday. It's the first time the Fed has raised rates in more than three years.

Man charged with murder in Zaxby's shooting in Fuquay-Varina

Otis Lee Johnson, 18, was charged with murder after a deadly shooting inside a Zaxby's restaurant in Fuquay-Varina. He is due in court Thursday afternoon.

Raleigh leaders no longer considering teen curfew

Raleigh City Council members are no longer pursuing a proposal for a teen curfew after reviewing data from other cities and talking with community members and police.

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One dead after a shooting at a Zaxby's in Fuquay-Varina

A man is dead, and another one is in the hospital after a shooting inside a Zaxby’s on North Main Street in Fuquay-Varina.

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UNC players facing gun, speeding charge after traffic stop

New Tar Heel Turmoil with criminal charges filed against two UNC football players. Two freshman wide receivers are out for Saturday's game after a traffic stop in Chapel Hill Tuesday night.

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What does it cost to be a college athlete? UNC discusses the rising cost

UNC System President Peter Hans and members of the Board of Governors discussed the soaring costs of college athletics.

Raleigh city leaders no longer pursuing youth curfew

Raleigh City Council members are no longer pursuing a youth curfew after reviewing data from other cities and talking with community members and police.

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Tuberculosis case confirmed at high school in Cumberland Co

Officials said a case of tuberculosis was confirmed in someone at Seventy-First High School. They have identified more than 260 people so far who may have had close contact with the person who was infected.

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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.

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.

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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