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Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

ANCIENT OLYMPIA, Greece (AP) -- The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games -- missing a little of its usual magic.
Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics :: WRALSportsFan.com
ANCIENT OLYMPIA, Greece (AP) -- The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games -- missing a little of its usual magic.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM
'Always there:' Bob Caudle remembered for double duty on WRAL-TV

Bob Caudle did weather forecasts and pro wrestling broadcasts for WRAL-TV in the 1960s. He died at age 95.
'Always there:' Bob Caudle remembered for double duty on WRAL-TV
Bob Caudle did weather forecasts and pro wrestling broadcasts for WRAL-TV in the 1960s. He died at age 95.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM
WRAL and the Carolina Hurricanes present 'Hockey for the Holidays'

Watch two Carolina Hurricanes games this holiday season on WRAL!
WRAL and the Carolina Hurricanes present 'Hockey for the Holidays'
Watch two Carolina Hurricanes games this holiday season on WRAL!
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November 26, 2025 at 10:03 AM
No. 16 North Carolina beats St. Bonaventure 85-70 in Fort Myers Tip-Off

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) -- Henri Veesaar scored 24 points and Caleb Wilson added 20 as No. 16 North Carolina pulled away in the second half for an 85-70 victory over St. Bonaventure in the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Tuesday night.
No. 16 North Carolina beats St. Bonaventure 85-70 in Fort Myers Tip-Off :: WRALSportsFan.com
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) -- Henri Veesaar scored 24 points and Caleb Wilson added 20 as No. 16 North Carolina pulled away in the second half for an 85-70 victory over St. Bonaventure in the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Tuesday night.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:23 AM
No. 23 NC State beats Boise State 81-70 in a Maui Invitational consolation game

Darrion Williams scored 16 points and No. 23 N.C. State beat Boise State 81-70 in a Maui Invitational consolation game on Tuesday.
No. 23 NC State beats Boise State 81-70 in a Maui Invitational consolation game :: WRALSportsFan.com
Darrion Williams scored 16 points and No. 23 N.C. State beat Boise State 81-70 in a Maui Invitational consolation game on Tuesday.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Panthers safety Tre’von Moehrig suspended 1 game for punching 49ers' Jauan Jennings

NEW YORK (AP) — Carolina Panthers safety Tre’von Moehrig has been suspended one game without pay for punching San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings in the groin during Monday’s game.
Panthers safety Tre’von Moehrig suspended 1 game for punching 49ers' Jauan Jennings :: WRALSportsFan.com
NEW YORK (AP) — Carolina Panthers safety Tre’von Moehrig has been suspended one game without pay for punching San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings in the groin during Monday’s game.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:43 PM
How No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg is handling a tough start to rookie season with the Mavericks

MIAMI (AP) — Cooper Flagg left college after one year. His education, however, continues.
How No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg is handling a tough start to rookie season with the Mavericks :: WRALSportsFan.com
MIAMI (AP) — Cooper Flagg left college after one year. His education, however, continues.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Hurricanes players team up with Triangle food banks to distribute Thanksgiving meals

Carolina Hurricanes players Jaccob Slavin, Jordan Martinook and Sebastian Aho are volunteering on Tuesday to help distribute pre-packed Thanksgiving meal kits to central North Carolina families in need.
Hurricanes players team up with Triangle food banks to distribute Thanksgiving meals
Carolina Hurricanes players Jaccob Slavin, Jordan Martinook and Sebastian Aho are volunteering on Tuesday to help distribute pre-packed Thanksgiving meal kits to central North Carolina families in need.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Christian McCaffrey's big night leads 49ers to 20-9 victory over Panthers

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Christian McCaffrey gained 142 yards from scrimmage and scored a touchdown in his first game against Carolina since he was traded away three years ago, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a 20-9 v...
Christian McCaffrey's big night leads 49ers to 20-9 victory over Panthers :: WRALSportsFan.com
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Christian McCaffrey gained 142 yards from scrimmage and scored a touchdown in his first game against Carolina since he was traded away three years ago, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a 20-9 victory over the Panthers on Monday night.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Staton-McCray scores 22 to lead Seton Hall over No. 23 NC State 85-74

A.J. Staton-McCray scored 22 points to lead Seton Hall to an 85-74 win over No. 23 North Carolina State in a Maui Invitational quarterfinal on Monday.
Staton-McCray scores 22 to lead Seton Hall over No. 23 NC State 85-74 :: WRALSportsFan.com
A.J. Staton-McCray scored 22 points to lead Seton Hall to an 85-74 win over No. 23 North Carolina State in a Maui Invitational quarterfinal on Monday.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:47 PM
'In these games records don't matter:' Doeren, Wolfpack prepare to host Heels in rivalry game

The bowl-bound Wolfpack host North Carolina in the final game of the regular season for both. Tap to hear from NC State head coach Dave Doeren.
'In these games records don't matter:' Doeren, Wolfpack prepare to host Heels in rivalry game :: WRALSportsFan.com
The bowl-bound Wolfpack host North Carolina in the final game of the regular season for both. Tap to hear from NC State head coach Dave Doeren.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Wake Forest basketball legend, Durham native Rodney Rogers dies at age 54

Former NBA player Rodney Rogers has died at age 54. The Durham native played 12 years professionally and played from 1990-93 at Wake Forest University.
Wake Forest basketball legend, Durham native Rodney Rogers dies at age 54
Former NBA player Rodney Rogers has died at age 54. The Durham native played 12 years professionally and played from 1990-93 at Wake Forest University.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Three Triangle men's basketball teams are undefeated, move up in AP Top 25

Purdue remained at No. 1 in The Associated Press men's college basketball poll, while Arizona jumped to No. 2 to continue its opening-month rise after another impressive win against a ranked opponent.
Three Triangle men's basketball teams are undefeated, move up in AP Top 25 :: WRALSportsFan.com
Purdue remained at No. 1 in The Associated Press men's college basketball poll, while Arizona jumped to No. 2 to continue its opening-month rise after another impressive win against a ranked opponent.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
UConn's narrow victory keeps Huskies No. 1 in women's AP Top 25, South Carolina, UCLA and Texas next

UConn passed its first test of the season to remain No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll on Monday.
UConn's narrow victory keeps Huskies No. 1 in women's AP Top 25, South Carolina, UCLA and Texas next :: WRALSportsFan.com
UConn passed its first test of the season to remain No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll on Monday.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
No. 25 NC State Wolfpack and the Seton Hall Pirates square off

The undefeated Wolfpack meet Seton Hall Monday afternoon in Maui.
No. 25 NC State Wolfpack and the Seton Hall Pirates square off :: WRALSportsFan.com
The undefeated Wolfpack meet Seton Hall Monday afternoon in Maui.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

This year, after a brief tour of Greece, the flame will embark on a 63-day, 12,000-kilometer relay through all 110 Italian provinces before concluding Feb. 6 at Milan's San Siro Stadium.
As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics :: WRALSportsFan.com
This year, after a brief tour of Greece, the flame will embark on a 63-day, 12,000-kilometer relay through all 110 Italian provinces before concluding Feb. 6 at Milan's San Siro Stadium.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
There are more questions than answers after NFL games Sunday

The Kansas City Chiefs saved their season. The Philadelphia Eagles gave critics more fuel. The Los Angeles Rams made a dominant statement.
There are more questions than answers after NFL games Sunday :: WRALSportsFan.com
The Kansas City Chiefs saved their season. The Philadelphia Eagles gave critics more fuel. The Los Angeles Rams made a dominant statement.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Cameron Boozer scores 26 as No. 5 Duke hammers Howard 93-56

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Cameron Boozer’s 26 points and 12 rebounds led No. 5 Duke to another lopsided victory in a 93-56 romp past Howard on Sunday.
Cameron Boozer scores 26 as No. 5 Duke hammers Howard 93-56 :: WRALSportsFan.com
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Cameron Boozer’s 26 points and 12 rebounds led No. 5 Duke to another lopsided victory in a 93-56 romp past Howard on Sunday.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Beck Malenstyn's spectacular goal helps Sabres beat East-leading Hurricanes 4-1

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Beck Malenstyn scored a spectacular goal, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Sunday.
Beck Malenstyn's spectacular goal helps Sabres beat East-leading Hurricanes 4-1 :: WRALSportsFan.com
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Beck Malenstyn scored a spectacular goal, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Sunday.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Photos: Duke upends UNC for the Victory Bell 32-25

Duke defeated North Carolina 32-25 on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill to claim the Victory Bell. The Blue Devils used a fake field goal late in the quarter to set up the game-winning touchdown.
Photos: Duke upends UNC for the Victory Bell 32-25 :: WRALSportsFan.com
Duke defeated North Carolina 32-25 on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill to claim the Victory Bell. The Blue Devils used a fake field goal late in the quarter to set up the game-winning touchdown.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Belichick on NC State: 'I understand the rivalry'

North Carolina first-year coach Bill Belichick is tasked with ending the Tar Heels' four-game losing streak to their rivals from Raleigh.
Belichick on NC State: ‘I understand the rivalry‘
North Carolina first-year coach Bill Belichick is tasked with ending the Tar Heels’ four-game losing streak to their rivals from Raleigh.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Live updates: UNC, Duke trade opening-drive touchdowns in Chapel Hill

North Carolina hosts Duke on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels need to win their final two regular season games to get bowl eligible, while Duke needs one more victory.
Duke at North Carolina: Live scoring updates for Bill Belichick's first game vs. Duke :: WRALSportsFan.com
North Carolina hosts Duke on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels need to win their final two regular season games to get bowl eligible, while Duke needs one more victory.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:05 PM
NC State women win fourth NCAA cross country title in five years

The top-ranked Oklahoma State men and N.C. State women continued to collect team titles, Alabama junior Doris Lemngole defended her championship and New Mexico's two-time runner-up Habtom Samuel took the men's title at the NCAA Div...
NC State women win fourth NCAA cross country title in five years :: WRALSportsFan.com
The top-ranked Oklahoma State men and N.C. State women continued to collect team titles, Alabama junior Doris Lemngole defended her championship and New Mexico's two-time runner-up Habtom Samuel took the men's title at the NCAA Division I cross country championships on Saturday.
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November 22, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Chris Paul hints at retirement from NBA with video before Clippers-Hornets game in his home state

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul hinted his potential retirement prior to the team's game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday in what would be his final game ...
Chris Paul hints at retirement from NBA with video before Clippers-Hornets game in his home state :: WRALSportsFan.com
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul hinted his potential retirement prior to the team's game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday in what would be his final game in his home state of North Carolina.
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November 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
See which high school football teams advanced to the 4th round

The matchups are set for the N.C. High School Athletic Association's 2025 football state playoffs.
Live 2025 NCHSAA football state playoff brackets
The matchups are set for the N.C. High School Athletic Association's 2025 football state playoffs.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:24 PM