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NC lawmakers push to make companies tell you what they're doing with your data

North Carolina could soon be the next state to require companies to share what they're doing with your data.

Bipartisan effort underway in NC to give you rights over what data companies collect and share about you

North Carolina could soon be the next state to require companies to share what they're doing with your data.

Wake County data center developer shares vision, responds to backlash

The facility would be built on a nearly 200-acre site on Shearon Harris Road near Apex.

Developer of proposed Wake County data facility talks concerns over energy costs, light pollution

Natelli Investments LLC is proposing the 250-megawatt facility, called the 'New Hill Digital Campus', be built on a 190-acre property on Shearon Harris Road in New Hill.

Your data privacy could be at risk if you sign up for retail loyalty programs

They promise discounts on gas, groceries, and more -- but at what cost? Retail loyalty programs offer tempting perks, yet often come with a hidden price: your privacy. A new Consumer Reports investigation reveals one retailer pushing the limits, raising questions about how much personal information consumers are giving up -- and who might follow their lead. 5 On Your Side's Ashley Rowe explains.

AI, data demand in North Carolina could strain water supply

Industry insiders believe if more data centers move into North Carolina, the state's water supply could feel a strain.

AI data centers would need millions of gallons of North Carolina's water supply a day

A single AI data center could use as much water as a small town, raising questions in North Carolina about growth, climate resilience and resource planning.

New data centers could strain the grid -- and your wallet

North Carolina communities are weighing data centers' promises of jobs and revenue against risks of higher power bills, grid strain, and climate costs.

Residents push back against proposed data center in Edgecombe County

A proposed 50-acre data center in Tarboro, projected to create 500 jobs and generate millions in tax revenue, faces pushback. Residents express concerns over environmental impacts and transparency, while the developer highlights benefits and the growing demand for AI infrastructure.

Removing your personal information from companies, brokers databases

Getting companies and data brokers to delete your personal information can lower your chances of being in a data breach. 5 On Your Side's Keely Arthur shows you how you can delete it yourself or getting a company to do it for you.

PowerSchool will delete NC student, teacher data

The State Board of Education approved a $415,000 contract with the California company Thursday to transfer the data to a new company and delete it at PowerSchool.

North Carolina bill would provide emergency access to cellphone locations

The bill would require providers to give cell phone location data to police in case of a 911 call or emergency.

NC bill would give police emergency access to cell phone locations

The bill would require providers to quickly provide cell phone location data to police in case of a 911 call or emergency.

Laura Leslie, WRAL Capitol bureau chief

How safe is your data on Genealogy sites?

The genetic testing company 23andMe recently filed for bankruptcy and is looking to be bought by another company. The headlines have raised questions about safety on genealogy sites.

SAS acquires new AI data software from UK-based company

Cary-based SAS announced a big acquisition on Tuesday to expand its portfolio for AI and data.

SAS acquires UK-based Hazy for data, AI expansion

SAS is taking over the principal software assets of Hazy, a London-based firm that specializes in synthetic data technology. SAS projects the move will bolster their data and AI portfolio with the expansion of AI occurring across multiple industries.

'I am very concerned about crime in my city.' City officials, community members address rise in homicides in Goldsboro

New data from the Goldsboro Police Department shows homicides have climbed since 2021.

Heidie Kirk, WRAL eastern North Carolina reporter