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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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16:56

The heroes behind the North Carolina Patriot Guard

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2024/09/03

Men and women seen riding in the motorcycle escorts and holding the flag lines during veteran and service member funerals belong to a volunteer group called the Patriot Guard. Many are veterans themselves dedicated to helping military families grieve with honor. WRAL's Grace Holland introduces you to two local leaders in the organization for whom service and remembrance are virtues.

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15:37

Why some Republicans think Robinson could hurt Trump...

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2024/09/02

For months, former President Donald Trump was leading the presidential race in North Carolina. But in recent weeks, he’s lost ground. Part of it has to do with Kamala Harris entering the race and energizing Democrats. But some Republicans say GOP gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson could be weighing down Trump. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran explains why.

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15:30

What we learned in an unexpected interview with the...

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2024/08/30

We finally heard from the new CEO of Holly Hill Hospital, the Raleigh mental health facility at the center of multiple WRAL investigations. It comes just days after Holly Hill announced a new collaboration with the Raleigh Police Department. WRAL Enterprise Executive Producer Ashley Talley shares what we learned during an unexpected interview with Leigh Holson.

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14:11

UNC-Chapel Hill commemorates 1 year since a professor...

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2024/08/29

It's been one year since Zijie Yan's death on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus. Students and faculty gathered as the bell tower chimed in his honor on Wednesday. WRAL's Monica Casey was there for the ceremony.

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9:27

Durham reviewing Bull City United anti-violence group...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/28

Over the years, several Bull City United employees have been charged with gun and drug offenses. Now, another employee faces an Accessory After the Fact to Murder Charge. WRAL's Sarah Krueger explains how we got here.

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12:45

Top high school quarterback sues over North...

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2024/08/27

A Greensboro high school junior is the nation's top quarterback prospect and he's suing the state over its name, image and likeness prohibitions. Faison Brandon and his mother filed suit in Wake County that calls for the state Board of Education's NIL rules to be thrown out.WRAL Investigative Sports Reporter Brian Murphy explains the policy and the lawsuit.

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13:29

Back-to-School Headquarters: Everything you need to...

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2024/08/26

Monday is the first day of school for most public school students across the state. Wake County Public Schools students are an exception and they will start school Tuesday. WRAL Education Insider Emily Walkenhorst explains the biggest back-to-school stories our team has been following.

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13:18

Durham crime report shows an increase in shootings...

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2024/08/23

New numbers from Durham Police this week show more young people are committing crimes.In the first six months of this year, there have been 289 juvenile offenses. The number of people shot in Durhamis also up by more than 43%. WRAL's Durham Reporter Monica Casey breaks down the data.

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13:55

A Chapel Hill art museum helps colorblind people see...

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2024/08/22

The Ackland Art Museum is the first art museum in the state to offer Enchroma glasses which make colors more vibrant for people with color blindness. On Wednesday, six local people with color blindness tried the glasses for themselves. WRAL's Grace Holland explains what it was like when they put them on for the first time.

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12:57

How North Carolina schools are trying to stop vaping

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/21

Teachers and health officials say vaping is a growing problem among students and districts are trying new ways to stop it. A new grant is available to help North Carolina Schools do just that. WRAL's Heidi Kirk explains the unique detection systems and prevention strategies happening in our schools.

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13:45

The convicted murderer who tried to escape a life...

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2024/08/20

A week ago, a man serving a life sentence escaped custody at a Hillsborough hospital. Ramone Alston was convicted in a 2015 shooting that killed a one-year-old little girl in Chapel Hill. It took three days for investigators to capture him and when they did, they also arrested a suspected accomplice named Jacobia Crisp. WRAL's Monica Casey was there for Crisp's first court appearance Monday.

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10:37

Natron Energy could bring more than 1K jobs to...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/16

Industrial battery manufacturer Natron Energy is planning a high-tech plant that could bring up to 1,062 jobs to the Rocky Mount area. The $1.4 billion facility would also be one of the biggest eastern North Carolina economic development deals in recent years. WRAL's Heidi Kirk shares more about the California-based company and how it could help locals who have experienced employment setbacks.

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10:18

St. Augustine's University delays the start of fall...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/15

St. Augustine's University is pushing back it's fall semester by two weeks in part as it finalizes funding to pay staff and student refunds. WRAL News has been reporting about missing pay for employees, incorrect student balances and lawsuits for money owed. WRAL Destinee Patterson explains where the Historically Black College's finances stand heading into a new school year.

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15:54

GOP NC Superintendent candidate Michelle Morrow...

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2024/08/14

The Republican candidate to lead North Carolina's public schools is pushing back against accusations she called for a military coup on January 6. The comments that surfaced this week caught national attention and her democratic opponent has criticized her ability to serve as the Superintendent of Public Instruction. WRAL Education Insider Emily Walkenhorst breaks down the race and interviews with each candidate.

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17:02

What it was like for WRAL Stormtrackers inside...

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2024/08/13

Three people died in North Carolina as Tropical Storm Debby brought tremendous amounts of rain and 10 tornadoes. One of those deaths came from an EF-3 tornado in Wilson County. WRAL Meteorologist Aimee Wilmoth talks about what it was like to survey the damage in the WRAL Storm Tracker.

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13:06

Disaffected Republicans mount anti-Trump campaigns in NC

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2024/08/12

For months, Republican political operatives largely ignored the presidential race in North Carolina. But then Kamala Harris took Democratic nomination and gained ground in the Tar Heel State. Now Republican Donald Trump is buying up ads in North Carolina. So too are moderate Republicans who are trying to keep Trump out of office. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran explains why, and what it says about this battleground state.

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8:00

A destructive tornado and a close call water rescue...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/09

From Tropical Storm Debby to multiple confirmed tornadoes, severe weather is at the forefront this week on WRAL. On this episode, we hear from both WRAL's Chelsea Donovan and Shaun Gallagher. Chelsea shares the extensive tornado damage at Springfield Middle School in Wilson County. Shaun reports the water rescue of three children in Raleigh.

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9:45

Covering the coast during Tropical Storm Debby: Ocean...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/08

Tropical Storm Debby is making its presence known across the Carolinas this week, especially on the coast. WRAL's Grace Holland shares what she has seen and who she has heard from in Ocean Isle Beach.

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12:35

What’s in Brian Shrader’s extreme weather prep kit?

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/07

Tropical Storm Debby is crawling up the East Coast toward the Triangle. WRAL Meteorologist Brian Shrader gives an update on the storm and lays out the essentials for a proper extreme weather prep kit. He also offers tips on how to protect your home, your valuables, your pets and yourself.

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9:52

Tropical Storm Debby to bring days of rain and...

WRAL Daily Download ·

2024/08/06

Much of our state is in the path of Tropical Storm Debby after it made landfall in Florida. It is expected to still have plenty of rain left after it brings flooding and historic rain to Georgia and South Carolina. WRAL Meteorologist Brian Shrader explains how you can prepare.

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