Dan Haggerty's In-Depth segments air in WRAL's 7pm newscasts. His stories explore complicated topics in thought-provoking ways. Dan would love to hear from you! Send your questions and suggestions to [email protected]. WRAL-TV is part of Capitol Broadcasting Company. The station is the NBC affiliate in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Latest episodes
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8 min
Who is behind Project 2025?
Project 2025 outlines a massive overhaul of the federal government. Donald Trump and North Carolina Republicans are distancing themselves from the 922-page plan. Democrats in Ralei…
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5 min
Answering questions about the presidential debate
WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answers viewer questions about the presidential debate between Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican challenger Donald Trump.
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5 min
The rising crisis of homelessness in North Carolina
Housing prices are sky high, especially in Wake County. If you've owned your home for 10 or 15 years, could you afford to buy it today at its current value? Dan looks salaries vs t…
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6 min
Dan responds to viewers on the UNC flag story
Several viewers did not take kindly to the way Dan reported on the UNC fraternity members who restored the US flag. Send your comments to [email protected].
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4 min
The American flag and the pro-Palestinian protest at UNC
Dan Haggerty goes Iin depth on the flag at the center of Tuesday's pro-Palestinian protest at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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9 min
Would TikTok be better as an American company?
Dan Haggerty examines whether the social media TikTok will be better off being owned by an American company. A new measure gives the Beijing-based parent company ByteDance nine mon…
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7 min
Pollen season in North Carolina is changing
If you live in North Carolina, you deal with pollen. It's either a nuisance that triggers your allergies, or it's a messy mess you have to clean up...or both. But how has NC pollen…
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7 min
Does betting change the integrity of sports?
WRAL's Dan Haggerty goes in-depth on legal sports gambling. Does it change the way fans enjoy the game? And will it change the integrity of sports from athletes themselves? Send yo…
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8 min
How balloon releases affect the environment
Do you have any idea how far a balloon can go? Well, it's pretty darn far, but the real issue is how bad balloon releases are for the environment. They're eaten by land and marine…
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6 min
The science behind political polling
What makes a political poll scientific...or not? Send your questions and comments to [email protected].
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6 min
Dan answers your questions about altered photos
Dan received several emails about his report on the altered photo of the Princess of Wales. In this mail bag episode, he answers questions on which part of this story matters, and…
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6 min
Why we question online images
After the digitally altered photo of the Princess of Wales and her children was retracted by the AP and Reuters, Dan does in-depth on digital images and why we question their verac…
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8 min
How polls influence voter and candidate behavior
This report first aired on WRAL Monday, March 4, the day before North Carolina's primary vote. Does the "wisdom of the crowd" influence voter behavior? Studies show poll results do…
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9 min
High cost of living leads to less kids and shrinking families
The overwhelming cost of living can be stressful, cause anxiety and make people feel helpless. It's major concern for many Americans, including those who live in North Carolina. Th…
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5 min
Who reviews political ads for truth and accuracy?
What are the rules around political advertising vs commercial advertising? Do the same rules apply to both? Dan answers in-box questions about political ads and who is responsible…
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7 min
Political ads and freedom of speech
Dan answers questions from viewers curious about a current political ad that includes a clip from WRAL News. Did WRAL News know about it? No. Did WRAL News endorse a candidate? No.…
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9 min
Do we need a Category 6 for hurricanes?
The possibility of more powerful tropical storms due to climate change has led to the proposal of a sixth category of major hurricanes, according to a new study in the Proceedings…
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7 min
Wilson, NC is an oasis of affordable internet
Wilson County actually has its own municipal broadband provider, called Greenlight. For those who live elsewhere, other discount programs can help you get online. Send your questio…
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7 min
Online theory suggest NFL is rigging games for Taylor Swift and Joe Biden
Dan Haggerty examines an online conspiracy that the NFL is rigging game for pop superstar Taylor Swift and President Joe Biden. Send your questions to Dan at [email protected].
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8 min
Is internet access a luxury or a utility?
98% of North Carolina has internet service available to them. That sounds like a lot, but it leaves 200,000 people without internet access. And that 98% with access...only 71% are…