Hurricane Hazel documentary with Charlie Gaddy

On October 15, 1954, Hurricane Hazel delivered a devastating blow to North Carolina. It was the only category 4 hurricane to hit the state in the 20th century, and by most measures, was the worst. WRAL News anchor Charlie Gaddy takes us through the days and hours leading up to landfall of Hazel. Aired 2004.

The Southern Sportsman with Franc White

The Southern Sportsman was Franc White. Franc shot his own film and shared his adventures on his television show produced at the studios of WRAL-TV. His dog was named Frickus. Frank flew an airplane painted in a zebra pattern. And he would end every program by saying, "Do yourself a favor...take a kid fishing." This particular episode was produced in ... (read more)

Exploring Climate Change documentary

“Exploring Climate Change” is a documentary produced in 2015. From Raleigh, North Carolina to Barrow, Alaska and back again, WRAL Chief Meteorologist Greg Fishel and photojournalist Richard Adkins traveled the continent looking for answers on climate change. They spoke to leading climate scientists, as well as religion experts to understand the science of climate change, what changes we can already ... (read more)

Inside Cuba

WRAL News reporter Leyla Santiago takes you inside Cuba, where many people are hopeful the change results in a better future. We will explore the potential opportunities ahead, including trade between the two countries. We’ll also explain how the North Carolina agriculture industry hopes to benefit. “Inside Cuba” is a 30-minute documentary that looks at Cuba as it is now; ... (read more)

The Journey Alone

Rio Grande Valley – a Texas community on the border of Mexico – is ground zero for the nation's newest immigration crisis. More than 52,000 children, some as young as 2, have crossed the border alone, without a parent. WRAL reporter Leyla Santiago and photojournalist Zac Gooch traveled to Texas to trace the path of the children, find out what ... (read more)