2026 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children

Tickets for 2026 Pullen Park Holiday Express go on sale Oct. 15

Tickets go on sale Oct. 15 for Pullen Park Holiday Express, which runs Dec. 1-17, 2026. WRAL is a presenting sponsor.

Harry and Meghan blame ‘extraordinarily reckless’ paparazzi for security scare at children’s school

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex have condemned what they described as “extraordinarily reckless” behavior by international photographers who they say sparked a security scare at their children’s school.

Wake schools push family engagement to improve attendance, student success

Parents, students and teachers gathered Saturday afternoon at Leesville Road High School in Raleigh for WCPSS' Family and Community Engagement Summit. The event is aimed at engaging with families, empowering them to become more involved in their children's education.

Wake Co Schools working to improve student outcomes with family engagement

Wake County Public School System held its Family and Community Engagement Summit on Saturday, focused on increasing parental involvement in education.

Thousands seek support at Duke caregiver event as NC population ages

The Duke Health Caregiver Community Event helps connect caregivers to resources near them as the need for caregivers grows statewide. Attendees can speak with trained professionals to receive guidance on how to best navigate the many challenges that come with caregiving.

80+ events happening in September

It's a popular time for festivals in North Carolina as we get closer to fall. Find a list of concerts, markets, shows and more.

NC teen critically ill with 'brain-eating' amoeba found in warm, fresh water

A teenager from central North Carolina is in critical condition due to a rare infection caused by an amoeba typically found in warm, fresh water.

'Brain-eating' ameoba, found in warm, fresh water infects quickly, is often lethal

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said a teen from central North Carolina has an infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, a microscopic organism that can damage the brain.

5 On Your Side: Insurance options available for families heading to college

The cost to attend college is more than $27,000 a year for a state school and more than $55,000 for a private university. Insurance can help protect your investment.

Back to school 2026: Your photos of the first day

WRAL viewers shared the photos of the smiles and styles of the first day of school 2026.

Back-to-school photos and supply deals: Don't get scammed as students head back to classrooms

Kids are returning to school, and scammers can take advantage. 5 On Your Side has some safety tips parents and guardians should keep in mind as their students return to classrooms.