Episodes
Jan. 30, 2026
Why stolen car cases are going unsolved in the Triangle
Thousands of cars, stolen. It's a big problem in the Triangle. WRAL Investigates' Sarah Krueger shares why so many of these cases are going unsolved and how victims are responding.
Jan. 29, 2026
Five things to know ahead of Milano Cortina Winter Olympics
We're about one week out from We’re about a week away from the start of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic games. Some of the greatest athletes from around the world will be competing to bring home gold for their counties...
Jan. 28, 2026
Why defense attorneys want to question Faith Hedgepeth's roommate as trial for 2012 murder case approaches
A judge will allow defense attorneys for Miguel Salquero-Olivares to call Faith Hedgepeth's roommate and another UNC student as witnesses at trial. Court filings reveal details about the argument the defense team may be prepa...
Jan. 28, 2026
Why defense attorneys want to question Faith Hedgepeth's roommate as trial for 2012 murder case approaches
A judge will allow defense attorneys for Miguel Salquero-Olivares to call Faith Hedgepeth's roommate and another UNC student as witnesses at trial. Court filings reveal details about the argument the defense team may be prepa...
Jan. 27, 2026
WRAL Meteorologists review weekend winter weather and discuss potential next system
Bitter cold forced some school districts to go remote Tuesday as our area tries to thaw out after the weekend's winter weather. More winter weather is possible this coming weekend. WRAL Meteorologists Elizabeth Gardner and Ai...
Jan. 26, 2026
Why European and U.S. weather prediction models don’t always agree
WRAL meteorologist Grant Skinner breaks down the ingredients of the top predictive weather models — the American model and the European model — and explains why they sometimes contradict one another and how WRAL meteorologist...
Jan. 23, 2026
WRAL Meteorologists explain the icy change in this weekend's winter storm forecast
WRAL Meteorologists Elizabeth Gardner and Grant Skinner break down the potential for ice that could create dangerous conditions for our area and most of the state this weekend. You can also watch this podcast on the WRAL YouT...
Jan. 22, 2026
Breaking down the forecast with WRAL Meteorologists Elizabeth Gardner & Chris Michaels
WRAL Meteorologists Elizabeth Gardner and Chris Michaels share what goes into forecasting major snow and ice events, like the one slated to hit our state this weekend. This podcast can also be found on the WRAL YouTube page.
Jan. 21, 2026
Accused Hedingham shooter intends to plead guilty to all charges
Austin Thompson, the Raleigh teen accused of shooting six people, killing five of them in October 2022, will plead guilty to all charges, his lawyers announced on Tuesday. The intent to plead guilty was filed one day before T...
Jan. 20, 2026
How a group of Buddhist monks have captured the attention of the nation with a "Walk for Peace"
A group of Buddhist monks from a Vietnamese Buddhist temple in Texas have been on a months-long journey to Washington, D.C. with one goal: peace. The group of about 20 monks began their "Walk for Peace" in late October, drawi...
Jan. 19, 2026
Why North Carolina is the last state without a budget
North Carolina is month's past due on a state budget. WRAL's Dan Haggerty and state government reporter Will Doran take a look at what's causing the delay, what it means for you and when we could see a change.
Jan. 16, 2026
What happens if a 'life-saving' ankle monitor program doesn't get funding?
A state program using ankle monitors, designed to protect victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and other crimes, has proven successful in North Carolina. But confusion about how it'd be funded means it could end soon...
Jan. 15, 2026
Outpatient committments: Can it help close the gap in mental health care and criminal justice in NC?
A legislative committee is reviewing the state's procedures when it comes to treating people with mental health problems after two high-profile killings in North Carolina. WRAL State Government reporter Paul Spetch shares why...
Jan. 14, 2026
Why discipline of NC animal shelters tripled in 2025
State Department of Agriculture data shows seven registered animal shelters were disciplined in 2024. The number rose to 22 in 2025. WRAL's Sarah Krueger explains the issues impacting animal welfare.
Jan. 13, 2026
Court proceedings begin for now 21-year-old charged in 2022 double murder in Orange County
Court proceedings are set to begin in the trial of 21-year-old Issiah Mehki Ross. He's been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Lyric Woods and Devin Clark, two teens killed and found along a remot...
Jan. 12, 2026
Assessing North Carolina's prison reentry efforts as repeat offenders come under scrutiny
Debates are brewing over the criminal justice system following two recent high-profile killings in Charlotte and Raleigh - crimes, police say, that were committed at random by people with mental health issues who had been in ...
Jan. 9, 2026
Why police departments are using civilians, not officers, to investigate some crashes
Several police departments in North Carolina are now using civilians, not officers, to respond to less serious car crashes. Departments say the goal is to lighten the load on their already strained staff. WRAL Investigative R...
Jan. 8, 2026
2025 was a year of weather extremes in North Carolina
If 2025 weather felt like a lot to you, you’re not alone. This year we saw quite a few extreme temperature swings, and for some communities, events that will be talked about for years to come. From the cold winter days that d...
Jan. 7, 2026
The plea deal that let a man out of jail before he was charged with killing a Raleigh teacher
Ryan Camacho is being held without bond, charged with Ravenscroft teacher Zoe Welsh's murder. WRAL Investigates found public records showing he avoided a multi-year prison sentence last year due to a plea agreement reducing f...
Jan. 6, 2026
Defense files pre-trial motions one month ahead of accused Raleigh mass shooter's trial
The legal defense for a teen accused of killing five people in the 2022 shooting in Raleigh’s Hedingham neighborhood has filed a series of pre-trial motions. The trial date for Austin Thompson is set to begin on Monday, Febru...
Jan. 5, 2026
JoCo’s Benson poised to bloom as Vulcan Elements grows
The Johnston County town of Benson is mostly known for an annual festival called Mule Days. But in the coming years, it’s expected to become known as a critical destination for a key national security initiative. WRAL State G...
Jan. 2, 2026
Top Stories of 2025: North Carolina's new congressional map and its impact on this year's election
As 2025 comes to an end, we're reflecting on stories from this year that made an impact in our area. In a victory for Republicans in the state legislature and nationwide, a new congressional map that seeks to increase the GOP...
Jan. 1, 2026
Top Stories of 2025: Data center expansion in NC and how people are reacting to it
As 2025 comes to an end, we're reflecting on stories from this year that made an impact in our area. Tarboro Town Council held a public hearing about a proposed data center. Hundreds of people have signed a Change.org petitio...
Dec. 31, 2025
Top Stories of 2025: Tropical Storm Chantal's impact on NC
As 2025 comes to an end, we're reflecting on stories from this year that made an impact in our area. Tropical storm Chantal brought record rain to parts of Moore, Chatham, Orange and Durham counties. It also brought flooding ...