Episodes
June 27, 2025
A new WRAL documentary explores cancer in young North Carolinians
Cancer is striking people younger than ever. We’re talking about aggressive forms of cancer happening to people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. WRAL Documentary Reporter Cristin Severance shares the stories of three North Carolin...
June 26, 2025
What you need to know about the first measles case in North Carolina
The first case of the measles was found in Guilford and Forsyth counties earlier this week. It comes as cases continue across the country. WRAL Health Reporter Grace Hayba explains how to protect yourself.
June 25, 2025
SBI joins investigation into a Wake County house fire that killed a man and two teenagers
The Wake County Sheriff's Office says 49-year-old Shannon Collins, a 13-year-old and a -15-year-old were found dead inside a home after a house fire. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of their ...
June 24, 2025
A top NC Democrat needs new desks. She also needs Republicans' approval
North Carolina lawmakers are sparring over the details of a $32 billion-dollar state spending plan. One thing they seem to agree on is a $95,000 budget request for new office furniture for Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt. But the reques...
June 23, 2025
What new emails tell us about how UNC handled fallout from Bill Belichick interview
WRAL obtained new emails and text messages that show how Bill Belichick repsonded to questions about why his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson joined him at a nationally televised interview. WRAL's Brian Murphy explains what we learn...
June 20, 2025
Zoning change approval opens up RTP for residential redevelopment
From Research to Residential. Research Triangle Park covers 7,000 acres in Wake and Durham counties. 55,000 people also work at RTP , but when they clock out, it goes empty -- until now. WRAL's Shaun Gallagher explains the re...
June 19, 2025
Why are Pride flags disappearing from a Wake County neighborhood?
People all over the Triangle say their Pride flags have disappeared from their neighborhoods. A Cary woman believes hers was stolen from her home--and she's not alone. WRAL's Heidi Kirk explains.
June 18, 2025
NC lawmaker apologizes for ‘inapropriate’ social media post
Wake County Democrat Julie Von Haefen posted an image of a protest sign featuring a guillotine and a fake severed head that resembled Trump. Republicans called for her ouster. WRAL state government reporter Paul Specht offers...
June 17, 2025
The program turning wasted Wake Schools food into snacks for students
Wake County Schools is expanding it's pilot program to repurpose food waste. A select few of the district's schools are already saving hundreds of packaged items and fruit from the dumpster every day. WRAL Education Reporter ...
June 16, 2025
GOP-led legislature wants to take regulatory powers from NC's Democratic governor
North Carolina lawmakers could push to take more power away from the governor this week. A final vote is expected on the REINS Act. It would let the Republican-controlled legislature block new rules proposed by state agencies...
June 13, 2025
JetZero to hire 14,500 people at new North Carolina factory
The state approved more than $1 billion in economic incentives to lure California jetmaker JetZero to North Carolina. The company plans to build its fuel-efficient all-wing aircraft at a new $4.7 billion dollar factory in Gre...
June 12, 2025
Solved: 5 On Your Side helps man get knee surgery
A Triangle man's doctor recommended knee surgery but was denied coverage for the procedure by his insurance. 5 On Your Side stepped in to help him get the procedure approved. WRAL's Keely Arthur explains how she did it and th...
June 11, 2025
State law changes possible after WRAL Investigates farm parties
WRAL has been investigating huge farm parties for more than a month. State lawmakers say they're now looking at changing the state's agritourism law to close a loophole that allows them. WRAL Investigates Sarah Krueger explai...
June 10, 2025
NC GOP Chairman Jason Simmons faced stiff competition for reelection. Here’s why
North Carolina Republicans reelected Jason Simmons as party chairman Saturday. He’ll be responsible for raising funds and organizing get-out-the-vote efforts for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. WRAL State Gov...
June 9, 2025
Johnston County family goes viral with surprise after hospital stay
Brittni Evans recorded her older son's reaction to seeing his younger brother back home after nearly two months in the hospital. The video has since reached hundreds of thousands of people on social media. WRAL's Carly Haynes...
June 6, 2025
WRAL Investigates looks into cell phone policies at local high schools
North Carolina lawmakers and school boards want to restrict cell phones in schools -- and there’s robust debate over how to do it. WRAL found that not all school policies are keeping kids off of their phones. WRAL Education I...
June 5, 2025
Governor Stein announces a new council to explore legalizing THC products for adults in North Carolina
In an exclusive interview with WRAL's Lena Tillett, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein called for statewide regulations to legalize THC-intoxicating products and announced the creation of a new state advisory council to explo...
June 4, 2025
How the new NC DMV commissioner plans to fix problems at offices across the state
Long wait times, lack of staff, and inefficiency -- these are ongoing problems at the North Carolina DMV. WRAL's Shaun Gallagher shares how the new NC DMV commissioner plans to fix it.
June 3, 2025
What’s next for the Carolina Hurricanes?
The Carolina Hurricanes postseason run ended in the Eastern Conference Final, leading to questions about whether the franchise has the talent and the playing style to win the Stanley Cup. WRAL’s Brian Murphy and Pat Welter br...
June 2, 2025
A toll road in North Raleigh? Why lawmakers are trying to stop it
Northern Wake County leaders want to use tolls to pay for the widening of a stretch of U.S. 1 between Raleigh and Wake Forest. But state lawmakers are trying to shut down that plan, saying they’re trying to protect commuters ...
May 30, 2025
Local research into postpartum depression and the experience for both men and women
Doctors say more research is needed on perinatal depression -- that's the updated way to refer to postpartum depression. Just like there’s a stigma around talking about women experiencing this, there’s new research into men e...
May 29, 2025
Why Durham County jail safety issues led Sheriff Birkhead to as for more money
Durham County's sheriff says his detention center is understaffed and aging as inmate assaults become more frequent. He took those concerns to county leaders who will allocate more funds to address some of the problems. WRAL'...
May 28, 2025
Rocky Mount Police warns parents after toddler shoots self with teenage uncle's gun
A two-year-old is in critical condition after shooting themselves with an unsecured gun that belonged to their 17-year-old uncle. Officers say the teen had two guns--one of which was reported stolen 50 miles away. WRAL's Aaro...
May 27, 2025
Campbell family remembered a year after their deaths in Garner Memorial Day crash
It's been a year since Tyler, Susan and Miles Campbell were killed in a crash on U.S. 70 in Garner. A man charged with drinking and speeding behind the wheel still has not stood trial. WRAL's Carly Haynes talked to Tyler Camp...