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WRAL Daily Download

WRAL News | Raleigh, North Carolina

The WRAL Daily Download is an in-depth conversation about a single news story. WRAL covers news across North Carolina every day, but this podcast focuses on one story at a time, bringing context to each conversation. The in-depth, localized podcast takes you into the latest stories from Raleigh, Durham, and the entire Triangle region on North Carolina. This is community news aimed at keeping you informed about the more subtle stories that are happening around you. Hosted by WRAL News

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19:34

What we know about a Raleigh shootout that killed two...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/23

On Wednesday, we learned the names of the suspect and victim of a shootout in a Raleigh neighborhood that also injured a Raleigh Police officer. As police continue to investigate, WRAL reporters have been piecing together the series of events. WRAL's Shaun Gallagher explains what we know so far.

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10:46

North Carolina sues President Trump over birthright...

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2025/01/22

North Carolina is joining the list of states suing the Trump administration over an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. State Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued over President Trump's executive order that would stop children of undocumented immigrants-- and even some legal immigrants--from receiving citizenship just because they are born in the U.S. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran explains what this executive order would change and the lawsuit to stop

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11:32

Why North Carolina taxes illegal drugs--and why some...

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2025/01/21

North Carolina is one of a handful of states where people who sell or by illegal drugs are supposed to pay taxes on them. Some argue the bills for those taxes are double jeopardy for people already paying a price in the criminal justice system. WRAL Investigates' Randall Kerr explains how the tax works.

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15:04

How Trump's next term could affect North Carolina

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/20

President-Elect Donald Trump's second term begins this week. On the campaign trail, he promised sweeping changes to immigration and economic policy that could affect us here in North Carolina. WRAL's Brian Murphy explains those plans.

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13:02

The specialized unit keeping you safe on the road...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/17

Tractor-trailers are the biggest (and potentially) most dangerous vehicles on the roads. A highly specialized unit in our state is making sure THEY are safe -- so that your family is, too. WRAL Investigates Producer Randall Kerr introduces us to the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program.

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22:31

The Triangle reacts to the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/16

On Wednesday, Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza. WRAL has covered local perspectives on the conflict since it began 15 months ago. We share some reaction as the deal will allow hundreds of Palestinians and 33 hostages held by Hamas to go free.

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8:05

Woman charged in fire that burned down House of Art...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/15

Fifty-nine-year-old Eva Torrellas is facing felony charges and police say she is the woman seen on surveillance video moments before a popular downtown Raleigh bar went up in flames. WRAL's Aaron Thomas explains what we know about the fire and the community response.

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10:25

The high-tech policework being used to catch illegal...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/14

Police say dirt bikes and ATVs are illegally driving on public roads in big groups that sometimes ignore traffic laws. Several Triangle law enforcement agencies are identifying and charging the riders as part of a task force. WRAL Investigates Producer Randall Kerr breaks down how social media is helping officers find suspects.

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16:16

Why the race for a state Supreme Court seat is still...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/13

The race for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court is still up in the air — months after the November election, and despite the fact the incumbent received more votes. It’s tied up because of a challenge over voter eligibility — a case playing out in court. WRAL State Government reporter Will Doran breaks down the case.

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20:29

The stunning confession connected to a Fayetteville...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/10

An astounding new development in the case of a Fayetteville mother accused of killing her adopted children. A woman confirmed to WRAL Investigates that she dismembered the body of Blake Deven. He's the boy investigators say Avantae Deven abused and starved to death, along with his adoptive sister, London Deven. WRAL's Chris Lovingood explains why she's speaking up now.

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13:03

Bird Flu found in NC poultry and recent U.S. death...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/09

A Hyde County poultry farm has found bird flu among its commercial egg producing flock. The virus' risk to humans is still low but the first human death in the U.S. has health officials on alert. WRAL's Grace Hayba explains the likelihood of a human outbreak and how prepared we would be to deal with one.

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11:48

How should Wake County Schools handle cell phones in...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/08

Wake County Public Schools is looking at putting its first-ever cell phone policy in place. Many options are on the table, including banning phones altogether. WRAL's Eric Miller talked to parents and students about the possible solutions.

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22:06

Gilbert Baez reflects on time at WRAL after 17 years...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/07

Longtime WRAL reporter Gilbert Baez departed after 17 years leading our reporting from Fayetteville. He's covered the area for decades--through breaking news, severe weather and community driven stories. Gilbert reflects on his time at the station.

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15:55

The year ahead in North Carolina politics

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2025/01/06

There are big changes in North Carolina leadership after the November elections--from the governor to the state legislature and beyond. WRAL State Government Reporter breaks down what he's watching in the new year.

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17:43

Two Raleigh men share what they saw before, during...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2025/01/03

At least 14 were killed and dozens injured when a truck drove through a New Year's Day crowd on Bourbon Street. As the investigation into the suspect continues, WRAL spoke to two men who found themselves in the French Quarter during the attack. We also found out how they're reflecting on what happened.

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15:56

Revisiting 2024: Blake and London Deven's adoptive...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/12/31

As we look back on 2024, the WRAL Daily Download is revisiting some of our episodes from the year. WRAL's Chris Lovingood began reporting on two children missing for years from Fayetteville as soon as we learned about the investigation in the spring. We bring you back to the day their adoptive mother was arrested for their murder and bring you an update on the case.

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17:28

Did Governor Roy Cooper keep his campaign promises?

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/12/30

As we close out 2024, WRAL has updated its Promise Tracker for North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper one last time. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran breaks down Cooper's final grades.

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16:52

Bowl Game Breakdown: What to expect from NC State,...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/12/27

It's the most wonderful time of the year...for college football! This weekend, NC State will play in the Military Bowl and UNC-Chapel Hill in the Fenway Bowl. Next week, Duke is in the Gator Bowl. WRAL Sports Reporter Louis Fernandez breaks down who each team is up against and which are favored to win.

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15:04

Revisiting 2024: An update on Old Shiloh after...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/12/26

As we look back on 2024, the WRAL Daily Download is revisiting some of our episodes from the year. Back in February, WRAL's Gerald Owens told us the story of Shiloh--a historically Black neighborhood in the Asheville area that you may know as the Biltmore Estate. We bring you that story and how the area is doing after Helene.

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11:24

Revisiting 2024: WRAL meteorologist calls it a...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/12/24

Tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes are just some of the wild weather our state saw in 2024. WRAL Meteorologist Aimee Wilmoth reflects on what we learned and what it could tell us about weather in the new year.

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