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Focal Point
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 Produced by the documentary unit of Raleigh-based WRAL-TV/Capitol Broadcasting, Focal Point's in-depth news programs about North Carolina issues focus on a single topic for 30 minutes to an hour, bringing depth and clarity to complicated issues.
From North Carolina's economy and environment, to health care and race relations, Focal Point takes viewers inside the lives of the people most affected and tackles the tough questions with leaders and policymakers who have the power to effect change. The series is hosted by WRAL News anchors, including Gerald Owens, David Crabtree, Pam Saulsby, Bill Leslie and Debra Morgan.
Thursday nights, UNC-TV presents informative Focal Point specials of interest to all North Carolinians.
Citizen Soldier
Considers challenges faced by families of deployed troops in the guardsmen and reservists.
Another Mother's Child
Examines the foster care system, in which black children comprise a disproportionate share of the population in North Carolina, and profiles a black foster child who will soon leave the system.
Divided We Fall
Probes the high divorce rate among Army spouses due to war.
The Other North Carolina
Surveys efforts by local economic development officials to create new opportunities for displaced workers.
Mercury Falling
Examines mercury levels in fish caught around our state.
Line in the Sand
Explores the threat of erosion to the Outer Banks.
Green Acres
Highlights the impact of development and management of it to safeguard NC's natural beauty.
Click here to visit the official WRAL Focal Point Web site.
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