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NC senator hopes to change law after stranger obtains deed to man's $4M home in Raleigh
New details in an ABC11 Troubleshooter investigation involving a multimillion-dollar North Raleigh home where a stranger was able to file a deed on that home despite not owning it. The story has gotten the attention of a North Carolina lawmaker, Mary Wills Bode, NC Senate District 18.Bode says she's hoping to push for changes that could prevent deed fraud from happening to other homeowners. "How can we fortify that process to make sure that it isn't ripe for fraud and abuse," Bode adds. She met with Craig Adams after Adams discovered a warranty deed by Dawn Mangum Estate was...
ABC11 Game of the Week | Unbeaten Vance County travels to Southern Durham
It's Week 5 of the high school football season and Vance County (4-0) at Southern Durham (3-1) is the ABC11 Game of the Week.The visiting Vipers are coming in undefeated and that's just fine with Spartans head coach Darius Robinson."Our out-of-conference was a tough conference schedule," Robinson said. "We came out of that 3-1 and you know, to know that Vance was going to do what they did at this point was something we was looking forward to, so it's going to be fun tonight."A win would make it more fun, and Robinson said attention to detail would be important.Southern...
Durham homeowners say high school's HVAC units are too noisy: 'It's all hours'
An annoying constant humming noise is irritating homeowners in a Durham neighborhood. It's known the noise is coming from a nearby school, but homeowners say they can't get it to quiet down.One of the homeowners Doug Ramsey said, "I hear it constantly, day and night." Another resident, Andrea Fiumefreddo added, "It's all hours. So pretty much any time I have the fortune of working from home two days a week, I hear it on my Zoom calls." Yes even inside her home, Fiumefreddo says they can hear the noise.The residents who are upset with the noise live...
Durham city leaders weigh options for new larger, more contemporary convention center
The City of Durham has changed a lot for Bill Cotter, who remembers the Bull City more than four decades ago."Not even the same place," Cotter said. "New apartments, new restaurants. People who hadn't been downtown in the last 20 years wouldn't even recognize it."The city is booming as leaders look ahead to a vision for the future that includes a larger, more contemporary version of the Durham Convention Center with a new hotel attached to it.The Durham City Council heard from Hunden Partners on Thursday, who performed a feasibility study looking at all the opportunities, including renovating and expanding...
Mark Robinson scandal could send shockwaves through NC campaign trail
The fallout continues after bombshell allegations against Lt. Gov Mark Robinson went public Thursday.It remains to be seen what the effect will be on the election with less than a month until in-person early voting here in North Carolina, not just in the race for governor, but also the race for the White House.In a message on X, Robinson, the Republican gubernatorial candidate, denied CNN's reporting of allegations of racist and incendiary messages posted on a pornography site message board more than a decade ago, calling the accusations "salacious tabloid lies" and blaming his opponent, Attorney General Josh Stein, for...
Former President Donald Trump to hold campaign rally in Wilmington
Former President Donald Trump announced that he will be in Wilmington on Sept. 21.Trump's campaign said the rally will start at 2 p.m. and be held at Aero Center Wilmington, 1830 Flightline Road. Doors open at 10 a.m.The former president will focus his remarks on affordable housing, citing a report that nearly half of North Carolina renters are being "crushed under the weight of unaffordable rents."The rally comes days after Republican VP nominee Sen. JD Vance visited Raleigh to speak about how he and the former President plan to improve the American economy, make food more affordable and address the...
Man arrested, charged with first-degree murder in fatal Durham shooting
A man was arrested and charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened in May.The Durham Police Department said the shooting happened on May 25 in the 3600 block of Keystone Place. When officers arrived they found Ricky Nichols, Jr., 20, with a gunshot wound inside a vehicle in the parking lot. he was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.Michael Elijah McCray, 21, was arrested in Richmond County by the U.S. Marshals Task Force and indicted for first-degree murder. He was taken to the Durham County Jail with no bond.Police said McCray was also served a warrant obtained by Cary Police on four felony charges.Anyone with any information in this murder is asked to call Investigator A. Bongarten at 919-560-4440 ext. 29529. You can also submit a CrimeStoppers tip online at www.durhamcrimestoppers.org or call 919-683-1200. CrimeStoppers pays cash rewards for information leading to arrests in felony cases and callers never have to identify themselves.Tracking crime and safety across Raleigh, Durham and your neighborhood
Fresh off Raleigh visit, Sen. JD Vance returns to North Carolina to speak in Charlotte
Coming off a visit to Raleigh this week, Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance will speak in Charlotte on Monday.The announcement comes as Republicans and Democrats at the top of the ticket continue to blanket North Carolina, which is seen as a key battleground state. Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz made a stop in Asheville earlier this week.Vance will deliver remarks at a Believers and Ballots Coalition event at Freedom House Church.The Ohio senator and running mate to former President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.The coalition engages with faith communities and church congregations to spread the word about Trump's commitment to religious liberty and the country, the Trump/Vance campaign said.Trump is also visiting North Carolina, stopping in Wilmington this weekend.He will speak on Saturday at Aero Center. That event begins at 2 p.m.
2 charged in April shooting death of Durham man
Two men have been arrested and charged in an April shooting, Durham Police said Friday.Jamar Beulah, 27, and Jaylen Steele, 24, were arrested in connection with the death of Charles Parker Jr., 26, on April 19.The shooting happened in the 1000 block of Miami Boulevard. Parker was rushed to a hospital but died from his injuries.ALSO SEE | Durham man charged with sex offenses involving a minorBeulah was charged with second-degree murder. Steele was charged with accessory after the fact (second-degree murder).They were being held in the Durham County Jail with no bond.Anyone with additional information is asked to call Investigator C. Bernock at (919) 560-4440 ext. 29414. You can also submit a CrimeStoppers tip online or call (919) 683-1200. CrimeStoppers pays cash rewards for information leading to arrests in felony cases and callers never have to identify themselves.
Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Cancer Walk and 5k Run
The Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Cancer Walk and 5K Run returns to Sanderson High School on Saturday, September 21.Proceeds from the event go towards ovarian cancer research at Duke University Medical Center.If you plan to participate, here's what you can expect this weekend.7:30 am: Onsite Run Registration8:30 am: Run Begins9:30 am: Educational Forum10:30 am: Walk BeginsLunch and award presentations will follow the walk.The mission of the Ovarian Cancer WalkOvarian cancer was once known as a "silent killer" since it typically wasn't found until it had spread to other areas of the body. However, research has found that many women may...
Western Boulevard closes after gas leak in Raleigh, police say; Capital Blvd reopens after crash
A gas leak has closed Western Boulevard between Kent Road and Deboy Street.A gas company spokesperson said the gas leak was caused by third-party excavation damage.It was expected to be secured within the hour.Raleigh Police said traffic from I-440 will be affected. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes.Major crash closes busy stretch of Capital BoulevardA four-vehicle crash closed all lanes along southbound Capital Boulevard/US 1 near Durham Road/NC 98, while northbound Capital Boulevard/US 1 has been reduced to one lane.The crash caused major delays, but the lanes reopened about 3:30 p.m.No serious injuries were reported.
Gov. Roy Cooper officially vetoes House Bill 10 on school vouchers, ICE detainment requests
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper officially vetoed the controversial House Bill 10 on Friday.The wide-reaching measure focused on school vouchers and cooperation between ICE and local sheriff's offices among other points:HB10 would provide funding to clear the backlog of 55,000 Opportunity Scholarship applicants who attend private schools. It calls for $248 million in nonrecurring funds for Opportunity Scholarships for all students attending private schools. Then, an additional $215 million in recurring funds.The bill states that in the event of an ICE detainment request, sheriffs will need to hold people who are undocumented and charged with certain crimes for at least...
Search continues for man who escaped police custody at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who escaped custody Thursday night.Daiqone Michael Hoffman, 30, of Wade was taken into custody Wednesday for outstanding warrants for larceny of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen motor vehicle, and breaking and entering a motor vehicle. He is also wanted for probation violation and kidnapping.Hoffman was taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center for medical evaluation before being processed into jail. Around 9:45 p.m., he escaped custody.The sheriff's office would not say how Hoffman escaped custody.He was seen Friday morning around 3 a.m. at the Motel 6 on Bragg Boulevard. He was wearing a white T-shirt, gray shorts and white sneakers.If you have information regarding this investigation or the whereabouts of Hoffman, do not approach him, please call 911 or Cumberland County Sheriff's Office at (910) 323-1500 or Crimestoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477). Crimestoppers' information may also be submitted electronically by visiting http://fayccrimestoppers.org and completing the anonymous online tip sheet or downloading the FREE "P3 Tips" app available for Apple devices in the Apple App Store and available for Android devices in Google Play.
Man steals Spectrum bucket truck with worker in it, crashes on NC highway, police say
A man stole and crashed a Spectrum bucket truck Thursday, causing a major highway to close in Caldwell County.According to ABC affiliate WSOC, the suspect, identified as Frank Moody, stole the truck while a utility worker was up in the bucket repairing a line on Highway 18 south of Lenior.According to investigators, Moody drove south down the highway with the truck's boom extended, hitting several utility lines. He crashed after driving over half a mile down the road.The Spectrum worker, attached to a safety harness, came out of the bucket at one point and was suspended in the air. He was able to cut the safety line, falling to the ground and injuring his leg, police said.Police arrived at the scene, and Moody was taken into custody.He was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon, larceny of a motor vehicle, and felony injuring wires and fixtures of utility companies, WSOC reported.According to WSOC, Moody had just been released from jail two hours before the incident. He was arrested on a misdemeanor larceny charge.For over 12 hours, Highway 18 was shut down as repairs were made to the lines struck.
Wawa celebrate the openings of 2 new locations in Wilson
Popular convenience store chain Wawa has opened two new stores in our area.One is located on Ward Boulevard and the other is on Raleigh Road Parkway West. There was a ribbon cutting on Thursday to celebrate the openings.Wawa first made its entry into the Tar Heel state earlier this year on the Outer Banks.The new stores are just the first of at least 90 stores, Wawa said, it plans to open in North Carolina over the next decade, including in Johnston County.SEE ALSO | Wawa plans to open 8 new locations across North Carolina in 2024Wawa's expansion plans in North Carolina include a push to open 80 stores in the next decade.
Construction is underway for Raleigh's 2nd Trader Joe's
Construction is underway for Raleigh's second Trader Joe's.The new store is in Brennan Station shopping center on Creedmoor Road in north Raleigh.ALSO SEE: Trader Joe's $3 mini totes are being resold for hundredsThe popular shopping center is home to Margaux's Restaurant, Brigs Great Beginnings restaurant and several other businesses.Trader Joe's is expected to open there sometime later this year.This will be the fifth Trader Joe's in the Triangle.EDITOR'S NOTE: The featured video is from a previous report. ALSO SEE: Why are Trader Joe's parking lots so small? Company responds to criticismIf you're a frequent Trader Joe's shopper, you know finding a parking spot can be a challenge.
GoTriangle CEO and president Charles Lattuca resigns; no word on why yet
The CEO and president of GoTriangle has stepped down.ABC11 was told Charles Lattuca submitted his resignation, and the board of trustees will take up the resignation next week.There is no word on why yet. We are working on learning more.
2 charged after child critically injured in Burlington apartment complex shooting
A child is in the hospital and two men are behind bars after a shooting Thursday at a Burlington apartment complex.It happened around 8 p.m. near Beaumont Apartments in the 1000 block of Beaumont Court.Burlington Police said Friday that the incident happened after some people began arguing and shots were subsequently fired.Officers who responded found a 7-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body.He was airlifted to a trauma center and was said to be in critical condition on Friday.Tremaine Armstrong, 18, of Burlington, was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder. Kemontae Crosby, 21, of Graham, was arrested and charged with accessory after the fact to attempted first-degree murder.They were taken into custody without incident Friday.According to witnesses, the child was not involved in the nearby incident and was an unintended victim.The Burlington Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division is continuing to investigate.Anyone with additional information is asked to please call Burlington PD detectives at (336) 229-3500 or submit anonymous tips to Alamance County Crime Stoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips.
NC absentee ballots to be mailed out this week, other election key dates, need-to-knows
Election Day is still several weeks out, but the general election starts now.North Carolina absentee ballots will start being mailed out Friday, according to the North Carolina State Board of Elections.The board said the state will send out absentee ballots to military and overseas citizens by Sept. 20. Other absentee ballots will be sent by Sept. 24 to voters who requested ballots by mail, including those who use the Visually Impaired Portal (VIP) to request and return their ballots.State ballots were set to begin distribution on Sept. 6, however, the NC Court of Appeals ordered the removal of Robert F....
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