Organizers of the Miss USA pageants are asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a former Miss North Carolina USA, who was stripped of her title over the summer, according to court documents obtained by WRAL News.
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- Court docs: Miss USA CEO asks judge to dismiss lawsuit by ousted Miss North Carolina
- Panthers defense embracing Todd Wash's energy ahead of Broncos showdown
The Carolina Panthers are embracing a new energy under interim defensive coordinator Todd Wash as they prepare to face the Denver Broncos following the firing of Ejiro Evero.
- ‘Like a falling house in Rodanthe’: Inside the GOP’s Election Day collapse in North Carolina
Congressional and legislative maps drawn to help Republican candidates failed to protect GOP incumbents. Here’s why.
- National group suspends Sigma Nu frat at NC State after 'heinous' hazing allegations revealed
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Following allegations of hazing pledges, a national fraternity suspended a North Carolina State University chapter on Friday, according to the national fraternity office. The Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Nu fraternity at North Carolina State University had…
- Beloved Coach Coop passes away; tributes pour in
Michael Cooper, also known as "Coach Coop," passed away. Coach Coop was a beloved part of Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School (SRMHS), where he was an integral part of their football program.
- NC State’s Sigma Nu suspended & indefinitely closed, per national chapter decision
The first-ever chartered fraternity at North Carolina State University will close indefinitely, following allegations of hazing and graphic videos found in law enforcement searches last month.
- Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate approved a resolution Friday declaring “no confidence” in the school's top leaders, a symbolic gesture reflecting deep discontent on campus in the wake of a former student's lawsuit saying she was gang raped at a fraternity party in 2024.
- Philip Rivers coaches high school team in playoffs. Will next game be as NC State coach?
Philip Rivers leads his St. Michael football team in the first round of the Alabama state playoffs on Friday night. WRAL will be there.
- Love Island casting call comes to the Triangle
Are you looking for love in Fiji? Season 9 of Love Island is seeking applicants from North Carolina
- Trump replaces Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as chief of staff after GOP's midterm defeat
President Donald Trump's White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles, is stepping down and will be replaced by Stephen Miller, a key member of Trump’s inner circle. Wiles' departure comes after midterm elections that saw major Republican losses. She is Trump’s longest-serving chief…
- Reives secures support to become NC House Speaker
North Carolina Rep. Robert Reives, the Democratic leader in the state House of Representatives, is expected to become House speaker next legislative session.
- The question most providers never ask
Many veterans lack VA coverage, and their civilian providers may never ask about their military service.
- Lightning causes house fire in Raleigh, family of 4 displaced
A family of four is displaced after a lightning strike starts a house fire.
- Cary police chief to retire in 2027 after more than 50 years of service
After more than a half decade of service in law enforcement, the chief of the Cary Police Department will be retiring next year.
- Giant pandas make their way back to the U.S.
Two giant pandas, a female named Fu Shuang and a male named Ping Ping, are on exhibit at the Atlanta Zoo.
- Flash flooding reported in Triangle as storms with heavy rain move through area
Lightning sparked a house fire in Raleigh on Friday, and there were several reports of flash flooding in the Triangle as severe storms with heavy rain moved through the area.
- Cary police chief to retire in January after more than 50 years in law enforcement
Cary police said Chief Terry Sult has decided to retire after more than five decades of service. He has served as the town's police chief since 2022 after being named interim chief in 2021.
- Two arrested after string of card shop break-ins in Burlington
Two men are accused of breaking into card shops in Burlington and stealing multiple items. They are now facing felony charges.
- Father of Meghan Markle arrested on charges related to child sexual abuse material, AP sources say
Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry’s wife Meghan, has been arrested by federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material. That's according to people familiar with the matter who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because…
- Foodie News: New BBQ spot coming to Raleigh Iron Works, Diwali party and Oyster Fest this weekend
Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the latest on several new restaurants coming to the Triangle. Plus, several foodie events coming this month.
- Traffic shift coming to Old Stage Road in Garner for NCDOT widening project
Drivers who travel Old Stage Road in Garner should be prepared for a traffic shift Friday evening and overnight.
- Prosecutors will not seek death penalty against state trooper accused of killing off-duty deputy
Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty against a state trooper accused of killing an off-duty sheriff's deputy.
- Taste of China Festival returns to Cary for Its 6th year
The vibrant flavors and rich culture of China will fill Downtown Cary this Saturday, November 7, as the Chinese American Friendship Association (CAFA NC) hosts the 6th Annual Taste of China Festival. From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, visitors can immerse themselves in a world of…
- WRAL employee charged with stalking ex-wife to make court appearance Friday
A WRAL employee is scheduled in court for a disposition hearing related to a felony stalking charge. He is also accused of violating a protective order.
- Raleigh veterans organizations gear up for first-ever Veterans Appreciation Pig Pickin’
The American Legion Raleigh Post 1 and Post 540, along with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10999, are excited to host the inaugural Veterans Appreciation Pig Pickin’ on Saturday, November 7, from 2 to 6 p.m. at American Legion Post 1, 1120 Sawmill Road.
- Durham County Animal Shelter responds to photos showing deplorable conditions
The Animal Protection Society of Durham has responded to pictures posted on social media showing the shelter in deplorable condition and alleging poor care.
- How One Pastor’s Idea Became a Communitywide Blessing for Families
Sometimes, an idea comes when you least expect it. For Rev. Dr. Frankie McLean, senior pastor of Apex First Baptist Church, the idea for a Community Baby Shower came while he was sitting in the audience at a leadership conference, waiting to take the stage as the keynote speaker.
- Wake sheriff: Deputy fired, arrested on charges of tipping off suspects about felony warrants
According to the Wake County Sheriff's Office, investigators received reports that a deputy had improperly used government property. On Thursday, 27-year-old Anthony Garcia, a deputy with the sheriff's office, was arrested at the sheriff's office.
- Ex-Wake County deputy arrested, accused of trying to warn people of outstanding felony warrants, records show
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A former Wake County Sheriff's Office deputy has been arrested and is accused of tipping people off about felony warrants. According to the sheriff's office, former deputy Anthony Garcia was arrested on Thursday at the John H. Baker Public Safety Center…
- North Carolina Zoo closed following false bomb threat, armed person report
The North Carolina Zoo closed early Thursday following a false bomb threat and reports of a armed person. The false reports prompted an evacuation of about 1,200 visitors according to authorities.
