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Newtown Leaders: Tear Down Sandy Hook, Rebuild

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 22:08

Officials in Newtown, Conn., officials say the district should tear down the elementary school and construct a new building on the property.

 

Man Pleads Guilty To Targeting Elderly In Schemes

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 20:46
A Canadian man is facing more than six years in prison after pleading guilty to targeting the elderly in a sweepstakes scam including in NC.

NC Terrorist Gets Life Sentences In Beheading Plot

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 20:21

A North Carolina man faces multiple life prison sentences for a plot to behead witnesses whose testimony convicted him in terror attacks.

 

7th-Grader Helps Family Escape Burning Greensboro Home

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 19:31

A Greensboro family is hailing their 13-year-old son a hero after he helped evacuate his sister and grandparents from their burning home.

 

Tough Times Force To Give Up Pets

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 18:58
It's no secret.  If you own a pet, you know he cost of food and boarding for your pets can quickly add up. 

Would You Trade Overtime for Comp. Time?

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 18:36
A bill moving through Congress would allow employees the option of getting compensatory time off instead of getting paid time and a half.

Public School Advocates Attack NC Education Bills

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 18:34
Former Congressman Bob Etheridge joined about 30 teachers and parents Friday to raise awareness about legislation they say will harm instruction, student preparedness and the financial health of public schools.

Two Injured In Johnston County Plane Crash

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 03:23
Emergency crews are on the scene of a small plane crash, according to WRAL.

Defending Ariel Castro: Moral Dilemma?

Fri, 05/10/2013 - 03:22
Ariel Castro has become the number one villain in the eyes of America. It leaves us asking why he deserves an attorney.

Analyzing Elisa Baker's Body Language

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 23:49
The step-mother who confessed to killing and dismembering Zahra Baker now says she didn't do it. We had body language expert Blanca Cobb examine Elisa Baker's recent prison interview.

They Want You: Why Ads Are Everywhere

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 23:47
The average person encounters 1200 to 1600 ads every day. Companies are clawing for your attention, and your cash.

Restaurant Report Card: May 9, 2013

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 23:32
Here are the top and bottom scores of the week from across the Triad.

NC Students Could Be Allowed To Pray In School

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 19:48

Legislation meant to clarify when and how student-led prayers are allowed in public schools has passed the North Carolina Senate.

 

'Bible Banners' Allowed At Texas High School

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 19:22
Judge in Texas agrees with Cheerleaders, that bible messages are okay on banners during games.

Suspects Cleared Of Making Explosives

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 19:17
Police say they tested the chemicals they found in a home on Regents Park Lane, which prompted deputies to call the bomb squad during a drug operations raid.

Lily's Law: "She Kept Me Alive, I Wanted To Honor Her"

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 18:59

An Alamance County woman stood by Governor Pat McCrory's side as he signed into law, "Lily's Law."

 

Evening Storms Pop Up Across The Triad

Thu, 05/09/2013 - 00:31
Afternoon storms dumped heavy rain and even a little hail on some parts of the Piedmont-Triad Wednesday afternoon.

Report: Triad Hospitals Charge Different Fees For Same Service

Wed, 05/08/2013 - 23:55
In a report released Wednesday by the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services, consumers have a glimpse of what hospitals across the country charge for their services.

Alamance Co. Hopes Project Will Bring 450 Jobs

Wed, 05/08/2013 - 23:44
Some Alamance county officials are trying a new approach that could mean 450 jobs.