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Tarboro Police Detective on administrative leave after social media post following Trump assassination attempt
An eastern North Carolina police officer is on administrative leave after a social media post commenting on the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. In the Facebook post, Detective Sergeant Brandon Richardson wrote, “Damn. Only about an inch away from making America great again.”. Tarboro Police Chief Rick...
Admissions Director Q&A: Shari Hubert of Duke Fuqua
The Associate Dean of Admissions at Duke University Fuqua School of Business Shari Hubert is excited – about the entrepreneurial offerings at Fuqua facilitating some real growth in their MBA students, about getting to know Fuqua applicants, and how deftly the Career Management Center supports the students’ diverse career interests, among other things. There is plenty more to be excited about at Fuqua, and Hubert is here to share her insights in this Admissions Director Q&A.
High Rail rooftop bar coming to Seaboard Station plans to open this fall
A new rendering shows what the rooftop bar in Seaboard Station will look like.High Rail is opening atop the Hyatt House located in Seaboard Station. It's scheduled to open early this fall.The bar will feature a nearly 4,500 square foot terrace with fire pits, an outdoor bar and lounge seating.High Rail is just one part of the transformation happening at Seaboard Station. The transformation is highly anticipated and touted as being important for the future expansion of other Raleigh staples, such as PNC Arena and the Convention Center.However, it is a transformation that has been underway for years, and it has caused several frustrations for businesses already opened in the area.SEE ALSO | 'It's been tough': Seaboard Station construction, limited parking hampering small businessesFoot traffic is suffering at some Raleigh businesses and they say construction and parking issues at Seaboard Station are to blame.RELATEDSeaboard Station undergoing revitalization, but some small businesses won't be part of it'Nails in tires': Shoppers frustrated with ongoing Seaboard station construction, parking$300 million development of Seaboard Station underway in downtown RaleighRaleigh City Council approves Seaboard Station rezoning request
'Ticking time bomb': Mom criticizes care her son received at teen behavioral health hospital in Raleigh
Patients call for change after Holly Hill Hospital inspection records reveal violations. Audria Johnson emailed WRAL Investigates on Monday night after seeing a report about how a state inspection showed a Raleigh behavioral health facility that caters to teens in crisis could've prevented patient escapes. Johnson said her son is...
NC Courage to host Orlando Pride in NWSL Summer Cup, airing on Paramount+
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — On Saturday, the North Carolina Courage returns to action in their first match of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup at WakeMed Soccer Park. They will face the Orlando Pride, who sit on top of the NWSL standings as the league goes into Olympic Break. Meanwhile, NC Courage have a four-game unbeaten streak.
Raleigh 18-year-old tossed from pickup truck recovering in hospital
A Raleigh family is counting their blessings after their 18-year-old son was tossed from the back of a pickup truck and suffered a traumatic brain injury. John Walter, 18, was in a coma in WakeMed's intensive care unit for weeks following the June 18 crash on Falls River Drive in a north Raleigh neighborhood.
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Participating in Duke’s Mayo Hot Tomato Summer
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina announced its participation in the fourth annual Duke’s Mayo Hot Tomato Summer, a culinary celebration of tomato season in the South. The 10-day celebration of an iconic southern duo - mayo and tomatoes - will take place July 18-28th across 6 cities - Charleston, SC; Charlotte; NC; Greenville, SC; Knoxville, TN; Raleigh, NC; Richmond, VA.
WrestleCade To Air PBS Jim Crockett Documentary “When Giants Walked Here” On Big Screen With Q&A Panel Featuring Creators And Stars
The PBS documentary “When Giants Walked Here” premieres on August 8th 2024 on PBS North Carolina. “PBS SET TO AIR JIM CROCKETT-ERA PRO WRESTLING DOCUMENTARY RALEIGH, NC – 7/15/2024:. “Dorton (Arena) was a real magical place.” On August 8th, 2024, PBS North Carolina will premiere a new...
Raleigh to host 'Saturday on South' party downtown to share info on changes in the area
The City of Raleigh is inviting community members to join them for its Saturday on South party in downtown Raleigh.The city said the event is a chance for community members to learn more about the plans and speak with City staff and other project partners about the proposed work.The Raleigh Convention Center announced in June its intentions to permanently close a section of South Street, between McDowell and Dawson Streets, to relocate the Red Hat Amphitheater.The Raleigh City Council is expected to vote on the issue in September.ALSO SEE: Relocation of Raleigh's Red Hat Amphitheater may force permanent closure to part of South StreetThe party will feature food, a bounce house, live music, and more.The event is free to attend for everyone. It will be on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.SEE ALSO | Raleigh's Seaboard Station development plans 'going to be insane' for food, fun, livingFeatured video is from a previous report
New Online Elementary Teacher Licensure Program Available
RALEIGH, N.C. (July 16, 2024) – People with bachelor's degrees have a quick new way to transition to teaching. Wake Tech is launching an online certificate program this fall that offers an accelerated pathway to becoming a licensed elementary school teacher. The college has joined the Cultivating Carolina Classrooms...
Cast your vote: NC State Highway Patrol enters ‘best looking cruiser’ contest in front of Carter Finley Stadium
"This image serves as a salute to NCSU’s athletic programs after having had a stellar 2023-2024 season in numerous sports categories," the North Carolina Department of Public Safety said in a news release.
State police: Summit hotel shooting started as fight over not staying at a bar
A North Carolina man who stopped in Erie during a motorcycle road trip late last week reportedly got angry with his hotel roommate because the roommate wouldn't stay out with him at a local bar, according to the Pennsylvania State Police. Investigators allege the man threatened to kill his roommate...
'Live After 5' summer concert series pushes start time back due to heat
The free "Live After 5" summer concert series is adjusting its start time for its final two shows. WRAL is proudly partnering with Downtown Raleigh Alliance for "Live After 5." This year's series celebrates women in music, featuring a mix of local female-led groups who will perform familiar music by...
17-year Calgary Flames and Carolina Hurricanes veteran announces his retirement
Brett Sutter, who has played 17 seasons in the Calgary Flames and Carolina Hurricanes organizations, has announced his retirement. Sutter played 1,090 American Hockey League games and 60 NHL games over his 17-year career. He picked up 198 goals and 265 assists in the AHL, as well as two goals and eight assists in the NHL.
Randall Bowman presents at Society of North Carolina Archivist annual conference
Archivist and Assistant Librarian Randall Bowman presented at the annual conference of the Society of North Carolina Archivists in Raleigh, North Carolina, in April 2024. His presentation was titled, “Creating Online Exhibits using Omeka: Challenges and Possibilities” and discussed using the Omeka digital collection management system to create an online exhibit about Elon alumnus Dewey Hooper, ’40.
Terminal 2 briefly evacuated at RDU after smoke detector activated
Terminal 2 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport was evacuated Tuesday after the smoke detector was activated. Before 8 a.m., WRAL News received reports of the airport being evacuated. At 8:20 a.m., a spokesperson from RDU released the following statement:. "Some passengers were evacuated briefly from Terminal 2 after a smoke detector...
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