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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 i... more

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Rev. Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at the age of 84. The civil rights icon was also a groundbreaking politician who made two runs for the presidency in the 1980s. WRAL's Ken Smith looks back at Jackson's accomplishments.

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About 150 students at Crossroads Flex High School are without a school building after fire marshal intervention. It all started with a phone call in 2023 - a Wake high school administrator made a routine call, asking when the last time Crossroads Fle... more

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Which political party should have the final say on where, when and how people vote in North Carolina? That’s a question being argued in state court. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran explains the arguments, and what’s at stake.

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Warmer winters are shrinking reliable snow worldwide. It's leading to adaptions at ski resorts in western North Carolina and at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games. WRAL Climate Change Reporter Liz McLaughlin explains.

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Donna Allen
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Grace Holland
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Episode: The Morrisville gymnastics team with big world travel plans in 2026
George Griffin
School board chair
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Episode: NC legislators grill Chapel Hill-Carrboro school officials on "Parents' Bill of Rights" compliance
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WRAL Sports Investigative Reporter
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Episode: College football regular season wrap up - where NC State, UNC and Duke go from here
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Will Doran
Reporter for NC Capitol team
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Episode: Fact-checking claims about the immigration crackdown in North Carolina
Mike Robinson
North Carolina man who was wrongly charged for rental car damages
Episode: 5 On Your Side: Rental car chaos makes NC man feel wrongly charged

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Leftist bias

    I originally thought this was a fair and balanced show, but i it’s not. The hosts are very Left and it badly affects their reporting.

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    Jason-in-Raleigh
    United States5 months ago
  • 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.

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    Jason-in-Raleigh
    United States2 years ago

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The battle over elections in North Carolina
Q: Do we have any hard evidence of any widespread fraud in the state?
No, and it's the opposite. Evidence exists that there is no widespread fraud in the state, with only around 500 allegations of potential voter fraud after the 2016 election.
How climate change is reshaping winter sports--from the Olympics to the NC mountains
Q: How is artificial snow happening more often?
Ski resorts are increasingly depending on artificial snow for consistent winter sports conditions.
How climate change is reshaping winter sports--from the Olympics to the NC mountains
Q: What is happening to winter itself?
There have been trends such as decreasing snow cover and reliability due to climate change.
Will Austin Thompson testify in the Hedingham shooting sentencing hearing?
Q: What case do we expect the defense to be building when we hear from them next week?
The defense will likely focus on showing that Austin Thompson is capable of rehabilitation, as he needs to present a case for possible parole eligibility despite having admitted guilt to all charges against him.
Why stolen car cases are going unsolved in the Triangle
Q: Is there a more difficult time counting these as crimes since there's different terms for this in the juvenile system?
Yes, the protective nature of juvenile records makes it harder to track these crimes accurately compared to adult offenses.

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Focusing on a single significant news story each episode, the content aims to provide listeners with a deeper understanding of daily events affecting the Triangle region of North Carolina, encompassing Raleigh and Durham. Topics discussed range from political developments, local governmental actions, impactful community stories, and significant societal issues. The unique approach lies in the local, intimate examination of these stories, often featuring insights from journalists actively reporting on the events, making it a valuable resource for residents seeking context and clarity on local happenings.

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