WRAL Daily Download

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WRAL Daily Download

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 journalists, episodes post weekdays by 4:30am.

  1. 5 HR. AGO

    How Avantae Deven was allowed to adopt the children she's accused of murdering

    It's been nearly five months since a Fayetteville woman was charged with murdering two of her adopted children who have been missing for years. Since then, WRAL Investigates has been trying to learn more about Avantae Deven is and how she became an adoptive parent. WRAL's Chris Lovingood talked to a former landlord of Deven's and the agency that licensed her.

    15 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    A Northampton County community remembers a couple found shot to death in their front yard

    Michael and Carolyn Powell were found dead in the front yard of their home Thursday. A neighbor and relative is charged with their murder. WRAL Eastern North Carolina reporter Heidi Kirk talked to people who knew the couple and their decades-long commitment to their church.

    13 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Polling, hurricanes and cash: 5 election takeaways

    WRAL state government reporters Paul Specht and Will Doran break down some of the key takeaways from the Nov. 5 elections — everything from poll accuracy, campaign spending and the effect of Hurricane Helene on the balance of power in the state legislature.

    16 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    The string of random shootings that shook Raleigh this week

    12 shootings in four days made for a scary and chaotic week in Raleigh. Each happened on and around I-40, but ended with a capture in a nearby neighborhood. WRAL News+ Anchors Meghan Glova and Grace Holland break down the case and WRAL's coverage from beginning to end.

    12 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    NC breakdown: Where Trump won, who Trump won, and how it compares to 2020

    North Carolina voter turnout was higher in 2020 than this year, but Donald Trump was able to secure more votes in 2024. That includes counties that typically run Blue. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran explains why.

    10 min

  6. NOV 6

    North Carolina's results of the 2024 Election (so far)

    A historic Election Night in North Carolina saw some races called quickly and others too close too call. WRAL's Grace Holland walks you through the hour-by-hour as results were tallied. WRAL's Laura Leslie offers insight into how we got here and where we're going.

    11 min

  7. NOV 5

    Election Day: Voter turnout and insights on key races

    It’s Election Day. In collaboration with WRAL’s politics podcast, The Wrap, WRAL NC Capitol reporters Will Doran and Paul Specht discuss voter turnout and key North Carolina races heading into Election Day. For the latest election results throughout the evening and later in the week, go to wral.com.

    25 min

  8. NOV 4

    How Mark Robinson became Dems’ weapon in an effort to break a GOP supermajority

    North Carolinians will elect a new governor this week. But some are paying more attention to a select few legislative districts — ones that could determine the limits of the new governor’s power. WRAL State Government Reporter Paul Specht explains how Democrats are trying to weaponize GOP candidates' associations with Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson to eke out wins in tight districts.

    14 min
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About

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 journalists, episodes post weekdays by 4:30am.

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  • Channel
    Capitol Broadcasting
  • Creator
    WRAL News | Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    581
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright Capitol Broadcasting Company. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    WRAL Daily Download

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