WRAL News Announces New Anchor Teams

WRAL Anchor Teams

Changes Coming in November Lena Tillett joins Gerald Owens on anchor desk for 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts  Mikaya Thurmond moves to weekdays, joining Ken Smith from the anchor desk at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.  Kathryn Brown departure, leaving local news WRAL News, the most watched news team in the Triangle, […]

The Famous Snorting Bull Takes a Hit From Zeta

Durham Bulls Snorting Bull

The Durham Bulls owe Zeta a steak.  On Thursday, October 29, 2020, remnants from Tropical Storm Zeta came through Durham Bulls Athletic Park and took out a piece of the famous Snorting Bull above the Blue Monster in left field. The Snorting Bull has been on the list to get updated and replaced, but Tropical […]

Durham Bulls Partner with BASF and Cree|Wolfspeed to Create Pollinator Garden at Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Durham Bulls Pollinator Garden

Bulls, BASF, and Cree|Wolfspeed improve sustainability with pollinator garden The Durham Bulls have announced a partnership with BASF Agricultural Solutions North America, a leading supplier in the agriculture industry creating sustainable and innovative solutions for farmers, and Cree|Wolfspeed, a powerhouse semiconductor company focused on silicon carbide and GaN technologies, to create a pollinator garden at […]

Salamanders Announce Delayed Start to 2020 Season

Holly Springs Salamanders 2020

New schedule will allow for safe season preparation for Coastal Plain League The Coastal Plain League and its member teams have made the decision to delay the start of the 2020 season until July 1. The league has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 announcements of the federal, state and local authorities in North Carolina, Virginia, […]

Donations for NC Restaurant Workers Fun Grow to $750,000

Here to Help

The totals continue to grow for donations to the NC Restaurant Workers Relief Fund, reaching $750,000, earlier this week.  Capitol Broadcasting divisions helped lead the charge with a virtual fundraiser on Thursday, March 26, 2020, raising $275,000, on that day alone. Thanks to generous viewers and listeners, the CBC Here to Help: Support Local Business […]

Bulls So Far Raise Over $16,000 for United Way with Wash Your Horns Shirt

Durham Bulls shirts

Since the Durham Bulls unveiled the winning design for the t-shirt to support the United Way in late March, the orders have been rolling in.  So far over 1,000 “Wash Your Horns” shirts have been sold, with over $16,000 raised for the Triangle community.  All proceeds go to the United Way’s Rapid Response Fund. The […]

Durham Bulls Launch Initiative to Feed Local Healthcare Workers

Campaign aims to supply Durham healthcare workers with meals through online donation partnerships The Durham Bulls has announced the launch of a food-based program to help supply meals to some of our community’s essential employees. The program, in conjunction with US Foods, will serve local healthcare workers through online donation platforms. The Bulls are excited […]

TV Technology Features WRAL-TV’s Ability to Adapt and Respond to COVID-19

WRAL-TV TV Technology article

TV Technology has featured WRAL-TV for the station’s adaptation and responsiveness in reporting during the COVID-19 crisis.  “WRAL Keeps News Staff, Viewers Connected” focuses on how the WRAL-TV crew reports from home, stays safe in the field and has made adjustments in the newsroom to keep social distance.  Tom Butts spoke with WRAL-TV Director of […]

Bored at Home? Get Creative with These WRAL Coloring Sheets

WRAL Coloring Sheet

WRAL is happy to help you pass the time at home with some fun for the whole family. Find your colored pencils, markers or crayons, and get creative while watching your hometown station. WRAL has designed fun coloring sheets in the adult coloring book style, with swirls and flowers and funky designs perfect for kids […]