Thank you for your interest in WRAL-TV. We are the leading station in the Raleigh-Durham-Fayetteville, NC television market, the size #24 market in the country. We pride ourselves on complete Coverage You Can Count On both online and on television. Below we have outlined some questions you might have about our station and our coverage. Don’t forget to download our mobile WRAL app for the iPhone and Android, too.
How can I watch WRAL?
You can watch WRAL via our traditional channel 5.1 on television (Time Warner Cable channel 3). Or watch live on-demand newscasts in the Video Central section of our homepage. We also have programming on WRAL 2 (Time Warner Cable 5.2) and on our sister station, FOX50.
I saw a video on air I’m interested in. How do I get a video or DVD copy?
You can contact Video Taping Services at (919) 755-0104.
How do I send you a breaking news tip?
We want your help covering breaking news in your community, and the issues that matter to you. Call our assignment desk at (919) 821-8600, or (800) 245-WRAL. You can also fill out our online form or email assignmentdesk@wral.com. Be sure to include as much information as you can, including pictures or video if available. We may use some of your images in our coverage.
Where should I send a press release?
Letting us know about events in the community is an easy way to add your interests for coverage consideration. Email us at assignmentdesk@wral.com. We may need to follow up for additional information, so don’t forget to include your contact information and the best way to get in touch with you.
I would like a WRAL personality to speak at my upcoming function/event.
We’re glad you want to include us. Submit your request here and we will check our availability for your event.
How many people work at WRAL? How can I become part of the team?
We have more than 250 employees who work for Capitol Broadcasting Company, the parent company of WRAL. If you’re interested in becoming part of our team, check out our job openings.
Where is the station located?
Our street address is: 2619 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, N.C. 27606
To mail something to WRAL, send to: P.O. Box 12000, Raleigh, N.C. 27605
How can I visit the station?
We’d love to have you stop by and check us out behind the scenes. Fill out a tour request form to take a peek at the inner workings of WRAL. You can even schedule your tour around a live newscast.
How can I visit the WRAL Azalea Gardens?
Spring is the best time to visit our beautiful gardens. WRAL is also now accepting reservations for bridal portraits and weddings. Head to the Azalea Garden website for information, and be sure to check out our garden webcam.
What parts of North Carolina does WRAL cover?
We cover 23 counties including the cities of Fayetteville and the Triangle area: Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
What is the Triangle’s television market size?
The Triangle market is the 24th largest in the country. To see the most updated information, check out the latest Nielsen rankings.
How did WRAL get its start?
WRAL has been around for decades. We went on the air in December 1956. Since then we’ve had a list of firsts, including becoming the first commercial station to broadcast an HDTV signal. Read more about the history of Capitol Broadcasting Company, the parent company of WRAL.
I’m having trouble with closed captioning.
We’re sorry there is an issue. Call (919) 821-8555 and we will try to help resolve it as quickly as possible.
How do I contact CBS network about one of their programs?
WRAL does not have control over CBS network programming decisions. For questions or concerns, call the viewer hotline at (212) 975-3247.
Miranda D. Reed 