WRAL Data Trackers

Federal grant pause puts NC research in limbo

North Carolina receives nearly $2 billion annually from National Institutes for Health grants, which support a multitude of research programs across the state.

Looking at Raleigh crime during Police Chief Estella Patterson's tenure

WRAL Data Trackers looked at the crime rates and major crime solving during Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson's tenure.

Village District could become Raleigh's second social district

Raleigh leaders are considering expanding the Sip n' Stroll program to the Village District, which would allow people to drink beer, wine or cocktails from specially marked cups during specific times and areas of the Village District.

Raleigh considers expanding open alcohol consumption to Village District with new social district plan

Raleigh leaders are considering expanding the Sip n' Stroll program to the Village District, which would allow people to drink beer, wine or cocktails from specially marked cups during specific times and areas of the Village District.

Brett Knese, WRAL multimedia journalist

Crime rates rise compared to last year for part of Fayetteville where shots were fired Wednesday

The 500 block of Fayetteville Street had 47 reported crimes from January 1 through July 31, compared to 25 reported crimes in the same period last year.

Crime rates nearly double compared to last year for part of Fayetteville Street

The 500 block of Fayetteville Street had 47 reported crimes from January 1 through July 31, compared to 25 reported crimes in the same period last year.

WRAL Staff

Durham crime report shows increase in shootings, youth crime in 2024

A new Durham crime report shows a violent first half of 2024.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

19% of Durham murder suspects are not in county jail

In Durham County, of the 80 people awaiting trial on murder charges, 15 are not in the Durham County jail. Some are out on bond, others may be in custody elsewhere or have yet to be arrested.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Nine juveniles charged in Raleigh homicides

Community leaders are working to address the growing problem of juvenile crime throughout central North Carolina.

19 Raleigh homicides, 9 of the suspects are under age 18

Community leaders are working to address the growing problem of juvenile crime.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL investigative reporter

Durham averages one person shot per day in the last two months

Durham police data from the last nine weeks shows the city is averaging more than one person shot every day.

Monica Casey, WRAL Durham reporter

Raleigh, Durham solving fewer violent crimes

CrimeStoppers receive thousands of tips every year for crimes varying from burglaries to homicides.

Thousands of dollars left on the table as Durham crimes go unsolved, tip rewards go unclaimed

CrimeStoppers receive thousands of tips every year for crimes varying from burglaries to homicides.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter

Concerns grows about high-speed pursuits after five chases in seven days

A recent police chase in Wake County resulted in one person dead and another injured, adding to a concerning trend of high-speed pursuits in the area.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter

Lawmakers request more funds for gun violence as NC sees bump in shooting deaths

More money could be coming to the community to combat gun violence. The news comes as North Carolina is seeing an increase in how many people have died from shootings so far this year.

About half of North Carolina parents report struggling to afford food

The CPI shows food prices haven't increased too much but prices are going up in other places which trickles down to people feeling squeezed in other places.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL Investigative Data Journalist

More parents say they can't afford groceries due to rising prices

Food affordability is a hot topic of discussion among consumers who are feeling the crunch at the grocery store.

Population growth in Johnston County creates demand for more road projects

To accommodate the growth, Johnston County is unveiling a comprehensive transportation plan, which includes projects like the widening of North Carolina Highway 42.

As population booms, Johnston County works on improving transportation

Johnston County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state, and it's not slowing down.

Brett Knese, WRAL reporter

UNC lab analyzing, identifying what's in street drugs

Scientists at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Caudill Labs are receiving thousands of street drug samples, running them through a machine to get a real-time look at what's in them.

UNC lab analyzing, identifying substances in street drugs

Since 2021, the lab has tested about 5,600 samples, identifying more than 270 different substances.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter

Deadly mix: UNC scientists identify eight drugs in NC overdose spike

Xylazine, Benzatropine, a hallucinogen and another kind of designer chemical among drugs detected in sample linked to dozens of eastern North Carolina overdoses.

Drugs sold as fentanyl in Goldsboro, Edgecombe overdoses contained 8 different substances

Xylazine, Benzatropine, a hallucinogen and another kind of designer chemical among drugs detected in sample linked to dozens of eastern North Carolina overdoses.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter

Median home values in Wake County $100,000 higher than median sale price in South

The housing market is beginning to cool a bit nationwide, but data shows homes in the Triangle sit above what the going rate is for most in the region.

Raleigh homes selling for about $100,000 more than entire South region, data shows

The housing market is beginning to cool a bit nationwide, but data shows homes in the Triangle sit above what the going rate is for most in the region.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporter