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WRAL Daily Download Capitol Broadcasting
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4.1 • 18 Ratings
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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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Whooping cough cases are on the rise: What to know and how to protect your family
Reported cases of people with pertussis -- or "whooping cough" -- are increasing in the United States and back to pre-pandemic levels. Before COVID, there were about 10,000 cases a year in the U.S. Now, the CDC reports, there have been nearly 9,000 cases so far this year. WRAL Health Reporter Grace Hayba shares what health officials are recommending, especially ahead of a new school year.
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Why you need to check your airbags if you own a used car
It's one of the most important safety features in our cars and we don't often think about it unless we find ourselves in a crash--airbags. 5 On Your Side has learned about a warning for defective airbags in used cars and Keely Arthur explains how you can check yours.
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Why GOP lawmakers grilled NC elections officials over ballot access
Was it process or politics? That’s the question that preoccupied North Carolina lawmakers as they grilled state elections officials Tuesday over why they delayed or denied ballot access to small political parties. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran breaks down why Republicans are crying foul.
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Randy Woodson announces retirement after 15 years as NC State's chancellor
North Carolina State University's chancellor will retire at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. Randy Woodson led the system's largest university by enrollment since 2010. WRAL Sports Investigative Reporter Brian Murphy explains the highs and lows of Woodson's tenure.
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Is NC Gov. Roy Cooper VP material? Some Democrats think so. Here's why.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper is a moderate who has impressed Democrats by winning statewide races in years that Republicans also win. That’s why some political observers say he’d be a good running mate for Kamala Harris if she ends up winning the Democratic nomination. WRAL state government reporter Paul Specht breaks down the other reasons Cooper’s in the mix.
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She almost lost $15,000 to a Bitcoin scam, now Pauline Miller is warning other potential victims
A Raleigh woman says she was pulled into a complicated, detailed scam that used fear and trust to prey on her. Looking back on it now, Pauline Miller can't believe what she did. WRAL's Meghan Glova shares her story and what police recommend to avoid this scam.
Customer Reviews
Excellent!
Great podcast for perspective of what’s going on in the local area. Seems unbiased and politically balanced. Just straight news. I love it.