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WRAL Daily Download

WRAL Daily Download

Written by: WRAL News | Raleigh North Carolina
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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 informed about the more subtle stories that are happening around you. Hosted by WRAL News journalists, episodes post weekdays by 4:30am.

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Episodes
  • Why stolen car cases are going unsolved in the Triangle

    Why stolen car cases are going unsolved in the Triangle
    Jan 30 2026

    Thousands of cars, stolen. It's a big problem in the Triangle. WRAL Investigates' Sarah Krueger shares why so many of these cases are going unsolved and how victims are responding.

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    14 mins
  • Five things to know ahead of Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

    Five things to know ahead of Milano Cortina Winter Olympics
    Jan 29 2026

    We're about one week out from

    We’re about a week away from the start of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic games. Some of the greatest athletes from around the world will be competing to bring home gold for their counties.

    Today’s conversation comes to us from WRAL’s Ashley Rowe and Liz McLaughlin. Both have covered the winter games. They take a look at some major storylines for the world, the USA and right here in NC.
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    14 mins
  • Why defense attorneys want to question Faith Hedgepeth's roommate as trial for 2012 murder case approaches

    Why defense attorneys want to question Faith Hedgepeth's roommate as trial for 2012 murder case approaches
    Jan 28 2026

    A judge will allow defense attorneys for Miguel Salquero-Olivares to call Faith Hedgepeth's roommate and another UNC student as witnesses at trial. Court filings reveal details about the argument the defense team may be preparing to make. WRAL's Monica Casey breaks down the documents.
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    13 mins
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