Dan Haggerty
WRAL NEWS in NC
Raleigh, NC, United States
Contact Dan
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Dan:
Less likely to talk, less likely to seek help: Gender stereotypes keep men from mental health treatment
A 2019 survey from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found women were more likely than men to have received any mental health treatment. → Read More
'That could have been my child': Mom reflects on Wake County middle school student who took his own life
WRAL News spent more than an hour with the group comprised of kids, parents, doctors and advocates to discuss Austin Pendergrass' desperate act and the impact the pandemic has had on children. → Read More
How parents can best help their kids after Wendell Middle School student took his own life
From Tuesday through Friday on WRAL News at 7 p.m., WRAL News anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty will share conversations he's had with kids, parents, medical professionals and mental health workers about how parents can best help their kids. → Read More
Examining the role of student resource officers in schools across the country
Madison County plans to have an AR-15 in each of the county's six schools for the 2022-23 school year. → Read More
RDU introduces sunflower program to help those with disabilities avoid anxiety and confusion
A new program at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport aims to help people with a variety of disabilities. → Read More
Although NC senators support recent gun control legislation, state GOP leaders won't talk about red flag law
Both of North Carolina's Republican U.S. Sens. Thom Tillis and Richard Burr supported federal gun control legislation. → Read More
Medical marijuana discussion resurfaces with NC lawmakers set to convene this month
North Carolina is just one of 13 states that hasn't legalized marijuana in one way or another. State lawmakers are set to convene from May 18 to June 30. → Read More
Political ads are allowed to mislead you and are often designed to do so
Political ad season is upon us with the May 17 primary election. → Read More
Indian-American student led non-profit is dedicated to improving their communities
A special group of students are focused on making a positive impact in their Morrisville and Apex communities. The service-minded youth are primarily from Indian American families. → Read More
Sleep rhythms, dark commutes: How would permanent Daylight Saving Time impact you?
This week, the US Senate voted to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. While many people enjoy the extra hour of light in the evenings, sleep experts have mixed feelings on the idea. → Read More
Heavy Rain, Fast-Moving Water Brings Garbage To White Rock Lake Shores
The lake is surrounded by creeks that feed into the water that bring runoff from as far away as Frisco during a big downpour. → Read More
Disappearing Geese Cause Stir At Dallas Park
People who feed the geese at White Rock Lake say some of the birds have disappeared, and they alerted Dallas Parks and Recreation to a disturbing possibility. → Read More
Warrant Issued For Arrest Of Former Plano Daycare Worker
The worker, Jazmine Torres, is seen on surveillance video pushing a toddler and tossing another to the ground. → Read More
Teen Arrested For Bringing Gun To School In Keller ISD
“A loaded 45-caliber gun, along with a loaded magazine,” said Officer Brad Perez with Fort Worth Police. → Read More
Mesquite High Student Shot, Killed At House Party
Daniel Pacheco, 18, was shot and killed at a massive house party friend say he helped organize. → Read More
Shopper Upset Man Allowed To Use Women’s Dressing Room In Ross «
A customer service representative with Ross would not comment on the alleged incident but said they do not discriminate against the transgender community. The shopper says the man was not transgender. → Read More
Father Falls, Dies Retrieving Christmas Ornaments From Attic
Friends and family are calling the death of Jay Hunsucker, 44, a holiday tragedy. → Read More
Rattlesnake selfie lands man $150K doctor bill
Doctors depleted the anti-venom stash at two different hospitals to treat Todd Fassler. → Read More
One rattlesnake bite = $150K doctor bill
Doctors depleted the anti-venom stash at two different hospitals to treat Todd Fassler. → Read More
Brewery backlash: Local brewing company, Padres fans in social media tussle
A San Diego brewing company recently posted an Instagram picture showing their support of the Los Angeles Dodgers and what seems to be their lack of support for the San Diego Padres. There is speculation that the post was in response to PetCo Park and the San Diego Padres not selling the company's beer at games. → Read More