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FILE - This undated photo provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick. Another mild winter and other favorable factors likely means the 2024 tick population will be equal to last year or larger, some researchers say. (CDC via AP, File)

Tick season has arrived. Protect yourself with these tips

The 2013 Got To Be NC Festival was May 17-19 at the State Fairgrounds. The festival celebrates NC agriculture with food events, rides, animal exhibits, live music and other attractions.

Weekend best bets: Got to Be NC Festival, Artsplosure, Bimbe

Carolina Panthers schedule: Takeaways on their 2024 opponents

South Koreans compete to see who's best at doing absolutely nothing

Durham Police Department therapy dog Siren

Siren the therapy dog joins Durham Police Department

Local News

Authorities said it's easier to track the part if it's ever stolen from a car.

Raleigh car shop partners with police, AAA to raise awareness on catalytic converter thefts

Man shot, killed by police in Greensboro

Thieves break into Cary home in Regency Park, stealing guns before fleeing in 'loud' car

Mental health crisis involving woman, children shuts down I-40 both directions for hours

'Rest easy, good boy:' Roxboro police K-9 Kilo dies after medical emergency

Nation/World

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Dr. Dorothy Jean Tillman speaks at the Arizona State University College of Health Solutions convocation on May 8. Mandatory Credit: Courtesy Jimalita Tillman and Dorothy Tillman via CNN Newsource

Chicago teen earns doctoral degree at age 17

San Diego deputy who pleaded guilty to manslaughter now faces federal charges

Seize the Grey wins the Preakness for D. Wayne Lukas and ends Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid

Diddy admits beating ex-girlfriend Cassie, says he's sorry, calls his actions 'inexcusable'

Colorado sex offender busted for operating fake charity

Politifact

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Fact check: Trump says immigrants will 'destroy' Social Security

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

NC Capitol

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending May 16

The Wrap: NC mask ban debate, AI porn, video gambling

North Carolina bettors lost more than $100M on sports wagering in April

NC anti-mask bill could violate federal law, disability rights and free speech advocates say

Saving the bees, tracking mosquitos and attacking cancer: NCInnovation approves first round of grants

Got To Be NC Festival kicks off with $111 billion economic announcement

Devil Shoal oyster grown near Ocracoke, North Carolina by grower Fletcher O’Neal. Devil Shoal, along with other North Carolina varieties, will be regularly featured on the oyster bar menu. (Locals Seafood)

Foodie News: Locals Seafood holds grand opening

Mexican creamed corn at Jaguar Bolera (Anna Routh Barzin)

Bowl, dine and craft at new restaurant at Raleigh Iron Works

Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival headliner Monica unable to perform due to booking error

Artsplosure celebrates 'all different forms of art'

Artsplosure to take over downtown Raleigh this weekend, rain could dampen event

Weekend best bets: Got to Be NC Festival, Artsplosure, Bimbe

Education

Study highlights segregation impacting NC schools 70 years after Brown v. Board

Durham Public Schools emplyees call for more money in county budget

University of North Carolina School of the Arts settles lawsuit for sexual misconduct allegations

NC schools are struggling with segregation 70 years after Brown v. Board, new research shows

US Department of Labor investigates Saint Augustine's University after missed paychecks

WRAL In Depth

**This image is for use with this specific article only** Dr. Richard Isaacson, left, discusses test results with Simon Nicholls, participant No. 34 in his clinical trial.
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Signs of Alzheimer's were everywhere. Then his brain improved

How sewage floods at home turned into nightmares for Raleigh families

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

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

A year later, impact from NC's 12-week abortion ban coming into focus

WRALSportsFan

Carolina Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho (20) celebrates his goal against the New York Rangers during the second period in Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, May 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Hurricanes face off-season of change. Which Carolina players are free agents?

Shane Lowry ties a major championship record by shooting a 9-under 62 to get into the mix at the PGA

NBA features two Game 7s Sunday between teams that have experienced both ends of blowouts

Police: Scheffler's car dragged detective; Golfer booked, returns to PGA Championship

Rod Brind'Amour contract situation looms large for Canes' future

HighSchoolOT

Prahalad Srinivasan and Cooper Fielding of Triangle Math & Science. Cary Tennis Park hosted the 1A Boys Tennis individual state championships on May 11, 2024. (Photo: Evan Moesta/HighSchoolOT.com)

Boys tennis dual-team state championship schedule set for Monday in Burlington

Lake Norman Charter pulls away from Orange for boys lacrosse championship 3-peat

Union Pines rolls past Bishop McGuinness in girls lacrosse championship game

Metrolina Christian wins back-to-back games against Wesleyan Christian to claim NCISAA 4A baseball title

Green Level's Austin Hryn scores game-winner in overtime to win 4A boys lacrosse title over Lake Norman

WRAL Specialists

Raleigh families describe exasperation in dealing with homes flooded by sewage

NC bill moves to reverse juvenile justice reforms

Deaths from police pursuits on the rise across North Carolina

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

Police chases in NC have more than doubled since 2019. 24 people were killed in pursuits in 2022

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

Family

Warrant: Man exposed himself and threatened young girls online

Parents honor baby's short life with foundation to fund research into the disease that took him

Raleigh girls say man made threats, exposed himself to them while they played Roblox

Raleigh elementary school to host internet safety event for parents

Tick season has arrived. Protect yourself with these tips

SmartShopper

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Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

List of top grocery deals valid May 15-21

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $20 (60% off) through May 19

Good News

For the first time, one of the classic taco stands in Mexico City received the coveted Michelin star sometimes reserved only for fine dining experiences.

Taco stand in Mexico receives prestigious culinary award

Marine vet in hospice care receives high school diploma

Siren the therapy dog joins Durham Police Department

Winston-Salem man beats brain cancer twice

Winston-Salem man beats stage 4 brain cancer twice

Offbeat

This photo taken by a drone and provided by the City of Kyle, Texas, shows an attempt by the city to break the world record for the largest gathering of people with one name, Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Kyle. (City of Kyle, Texas via AP)

706 people named Kyle got together in Texas. It wasn’t enough for a world record.

A college puts the 'cat' into 'education' by giving Max an honorary 'doctor of litter-ature' degree

Grand champion crowned the best in pork at barbecue world championship in Memphis

Up in smoke: Workers remove dozens of apparent marijuana plants from Wisconsin Capitol tulip garden

Indiana judge opens door for new eatery, finding `tacos and burritos are Mexican-style sandwiches'

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5 On Your Side

5 On Your Side restaurant ratings for China Wok, Hibachi Sushi and Outback Steakhouse

Judge grants NC State's appeal to block outside access to Poe Hall

On WRAL at 6: Sewage spread across the living room: Local family left paying after Raleigh maintenance backfired

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

Investigations

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

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 TechWire

30 years ago, Neil Papworth did something groundbreaking. He sent the first-ever text message to a friend from work.

Donald Thompson: Cut through AI noise with authentic, inclusive marketing

UAW’s push to unionize factories in South faces latest test in vote at 2 Mercedes plants in Alabama

Saving the bees, tracking mosquitos and attacking cancer: NCInnovation approves first round of grants

OpenAI, Reddit teaming in deal that will bring Reddit’s content to ChatGPT

Business

Bruce Nordstrom, who helped grow family-led department store chain, dies at 90

John Krasinski’s ‘IF’ hits a box office nerve with $35 million debut

A UAW Loss at Mercedes-Benz Slows Union's Southern Campaign

More people are turning 65 this year than ever before. That has sparked a gold rush for the retirement industry

Tar Heel Traveler

The Got to be NC Festival is this Friday through Sunday, featuring products made in North Carolina, and among the vendors are the folks from Bertie County Peanuts. They began selling peanuts years ago from rural Windsor and now ship them nationwide.

Tar Heel Traveler: Bertie Peanuts gearing up for the Got to be NC Festival

Tar Heel Traveler: Chimney Rock Elevator celebrating 75 years

Tar Heel Traveler: Rainbow Bridge

Tar Heel Traveler: Biltmore Estate Azaleas

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

Man arrested on assault charges after punching actor Steve Buscemi and another person, New York police say

Dabney Coleman, actor who specialized in curmudgeons, dies at 92

Video appears to show Sean 'Diddy' Combs beating singer Cassie in hotel hallway in 2016

Judge pushes decision to next week on Alec Baldwin's indictment in fatal 2021 shooting

CBC Opinion

Friday, May 17, 2024 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: The buzz of protests lingers on campuses

Editorial: Don't let N.C. elections become coronations

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

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