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Former Rolesville Charter employee faces additional child sex charges

Armani Rajon Fields, 25, was arrested Monday and charged with taking indecent liberties with a student. According to the arrest warrant, the charges involve an incident on Nov. 16 when Fields was still a teacher at the school.
Former Rolesville Charter employee faces additional child sex charges
Armani Rajon Fields, 25, was arrested Monday and charged with taking indecent liberties with a student. According to the arrest warrant, the charges involve an incident on Nov. 16 when Fields was still a teacher at the school.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Arrest made in death of Person County toddler

Latisha Annette Linzsey, 49, has been indicted by a grand jury in the death of 1-year-old Kemari Morgan. The toddler was found unresponsive in his crib in May.
Arrest made in death of Person County toddler
Latisha Annette Linzsey, 49, has been indicted by a grand jury in the death of 1-year-old Kemari Morgan. The toddler was found unresponsive in his crib in May.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States gained a decent 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as federal workers departed after cutbacks by the Trump administration, the government said in dela...
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States gained a decent 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as federal workers departed after cutbacks by the Trump administration, the government said in delayed reports.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Giant acorn gets ready for WRAL First Night Raleigh

The acorn will be taken out of its home in downtown's City Plaza and taken to artist David Benson's studio for polishing.
Giant acorn gets ready for WRAL First Night Raleigh
The acorn will be taken out of its home in downtown's City Plaza and taken to artist David Benson's studio for polishing.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Salvation Army beings Angel Tree distribution

The Salvation Army on Tuesday will start giving out thousands of gifts to families in need this holiday season.
Salvation Army beings Angel Tree distribution
The Salvation Army on Tuesday will start giving out thousands of gifts to families in need this holiday season.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Consumer Reports' baking essential guide to make holiday cooking faster, easier

Every year, Consumer Reports subject hundreds of baking and cooking appliances to some rigorous tests. They reveal that you don't always have to spend the most to get a good-quality small appliance.
Consumer Reports' baking essential guide to make holiday cooking faster, easier
Every year, Consumer Reports subject hundreds of baking and cooking appliances to some rigorous tests. They reveal that you don't always have to spend the most to get a good-quality small appliance.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Cooper says he’d support banning stock trades for top federal officials

Former Gov. Roy Cooper says that if elected to the U.S. Senate in 2026, he would vote in favor of banning federal officials from buying and selling individual stocks.
Cooper says he’d support banning stock trades for top federal officials
Former Gov. Roy Cooper says that if elected to the U.S. Senate in 2026, he would vote in favor of banning federal officials from buying and selling individual stocks.
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December 16, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Employers likely added 40,000 jobs in November as government releases report delayed by shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. job market is sluggish and confusing this fall.
Employers likely added 40,000 jobs in November as government releases report delayed by shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. job market is sluggish and confusing this fall.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Wake school board set for first vote on social media, hotspot restrictions

The school system's proposed revision of the board's Technology Responsible Use policy would do a number of things, including prohibiting access to any social media network by students unless specifically authorized by a ...
Wake school board set for first vote on social media, hotspot restrictions
The school system's proposed revision of the board's Technology Responsible Use policy would do a number of things, including prohibiting access to any social media network by students unless specifically authorized by a teacher for academic use.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Durham neighborhoods hit by overnight car break-ins: 18 vehicles targeted near NC-55

At least 18 vehicles were broken into late Monday night in Durham off NC-55. WRAL News is working to find out any other areas that were hit by break-ins, if anyone has been arrested and if any property was taken.
Police investigate at least 18 vehicle break-ins overnight in Durham
At least 18 vehicles were broken into at three difference locations near NC-55 since 11:30 p.m. Monday, Durham police told WRAL.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Reno or rebuild? Wake school board set to discuss the future of historic Ligon Middle

Many alumni have opposed tearing down the building, which was originally slated for a renovation.
Wake school board set to discuss the future of historic Ligon Middle
Many alumni have opposed tearing down the building, which was originally slated for a renovation.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Raleigh police search for driver after fiery crash on Wade Avenue

Raleigh police are looking for the driver of a truck that crashed into trees and caught fire on Wade Avenue early Tuesday morning.
Raleigh police search for driver after fiery crash on Wade Avenue
Raleigh police are looking for the driver of a truck that crashed into trees and caught fire on Wade Avenue early Tuesday morning.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Police investigate at least 18 vehicle break-ins overnight in Durham

At least 18 vehicles were broken into at three difference locations near NC-55 since 11:30 p.m. Monday, Durham police told WRAL.
Police investigate at least 18 vehicle break-ins overnight in Durham
At least 18 vehicles were broken into at three difference locations near NC-55 since 11:30 p.m. Monday, Durham police told WRAL.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Australian Leader Says Sydney Gunmen Were Motivated by ISIS

SYDNEY — The gunmen behind the mass shooting in Sydney that killed 15 people on Sunday were motivated by “Islamic State ideology,” Australia’s prime minister said Tuesday.
Australian Leader Says Sydney Gunmen Were Motivated by ISIS
SYDNEY — The gunmen behind the mass shooting in Sydney that killed 15 people on Sunday were motivated by “Islamic State ideology,” Australia’s prime minister said Tuesday.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over editing of president's Jan. 6 speech

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit Monday seeking $10 billion in damages from the BBC, accusing the British broadcaster of defamation as well as deceptive and unfair trade pr...
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over editing of president's Jan. 6 speech
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit Monday seeking $10 billion in damages from the BBC, accusing the British broadcaster of defamation as well as deceptive and unfair trade practices.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:20 AM
NC State trails at halftime of NCAA men’s soccer national title game in Cary

NC State is seeking its first men’s soccer championship.
NC State trails at halftime of NCAA men’s soccer national title game in Cary
NC State is seeking its first men’s soccer championship.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Morrisville’s Grace Gymnastics Academy finishes fifth in the world at Bulgaria competition

The Morrisville-based Grace Gymnastics Academy achieved a fifth-place finish globally and secured the top ranking within the U.S. at the International Federation of Aesthetic Group Gymnastics World Champio...
Morrisville’s Grace Gymnastics Academy finishes fifth in the world at Bulgaria competition
The Morrisville-based Grace Gymnastics Academy achieved a fifth-place finish globally and secured the top ranking within the U.S. at the International Federation of Aesthetic Group Gymnastics World Championship in Bulgaria.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Small plane crashes in central Mexico, killing at least 7 people, official says

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A small plane crashed in central Mexico while trying to make an emergency landing Monday, killing at least seven people, Mexico State Civil Protection Coordinator Adrián Hernández said.
Small plane crashes in central Mexico, killing at least 7 people, official says
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A small plane crashed in central Mexico while trying to make an emergency landing Monday, killing at least seven people, Mexico State Civil Protection Coordinator Adrián Hernández said.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Panthers coach Dave Canales on Lathan Ransom’s unnecessary roughness penalty: A ‘bang-bang’ decision

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales called the rule concerning hitting a sliding quarterback a "difficult challenge" for defensive players, after an unnecessary roughness penalty on Lathan ...
Panthers coach Dave Canales on Lathan Ransom’s unnecessary roughness penalty: A ‘bang-bang’ decision
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales called the rule concerning hitting a sliding quarterback a "difficult challenge" for defensive players, after an unnecessary roughness penalty on Lathan Ransom set up the New Orleans Saints' game-winning field goal in Sunday's 20-17 loss.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Raleigh student used active shooter training to hide for hours during Brown University shooting

Raleigh native Stacey Wang, a student at Brown University, credits active shooter training from Leesville Road High School for helping her and her roommate hide for hours during Saturday's campus shoo...
Raleigh student used active shooter training to hide for hours during Brown University shooting
Raleigh native Stacey Wang, a student at Brown University, credits active shooter training from Leesville Road High School for helping her and her roommate hide for hours during Saturday's campus shooting.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Who ships the fastest? 5 On Your Side puts carriers to the test

To find out, WRAL 5 On Your Side conducted its annual shipping test, comparing UPS, FedEx and the U.S. Postal Service by sending one package through each carrier to determine which is the most reliable and least expensive.
Who ships the fastest? 5 On Your Side puts carriers to the test
To find out, WRAL 5 On Your Side conducted its annual shipping test, comparing UPS, FedEx and the U.S. Postal Service by sending one package through each carrier to determine which is the most reliable and least expensive.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security

Authorities are again searching for the person seen in a grainy video walking away from the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine.
Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security
Authorities are again searching for the person seen in a grainy video walking away from the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Fire damages The Brewery of Aviator Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina

Fire swept through The Brewery of Aviator Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina Monday afternoon.
Fire damages The Brewery of Aviator Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina
Fire swept through The Brewery of Aviator Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina Monday afternoon.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
NC officials, activists remain frustrated with slow pace of Helene recovery

North Carolina state officials, city leaders and community activists are raising concerns about what they say is a slow and under-funded response to Hurricane Helene due to hurdles from the Trump administration.
NC officials, activists remain frustrated with slow pace of Helene recovery
North Carolina state officials, city leaders and community activists are raising concerns about what they say is a slow and under-funded response to Hurricane Helene due to hurdles from the Trump administration.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Rob Reiner's son Nick arrested after the director and his wife were found dead at their home

Police say the younger son of Rob Reiner, Nick Reiner, was in custody Monday and booked for what investigators believe was the fatal stabbing a day earlier of the director-actor and his wife Michele.
Rob Reiner's son Nick arrested after the director and his wife were found dead at their home
Police say the younger son of Rob Reiner, Nick Reiner, was in custody Monday and booked for what investigators believe was the fatal stabbing a day earlier of the director-actor and his wife Michele.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM