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Bystander killed in wreck stemming from pursuit

A bystander was killed during a pursuit involving a State Highway Patrol Trooper and a suspect Saturday night in Charlotte. Highway Patrol officials say Latia Winchester was killed when Eddie Ellison struck her vehicle as he tried to flee from authorities.

Updated 12:15 PM

Suspects wanted in boat hit-and-run on Lake Wylie

Police and South Carolina wildlife officials are looking for four people involved in a boating accident on Lake Wylie. Two fishermen said they were near the Buster Boyd Bridge when they say a boat rammed them and took off.

03/21/2010 12:50 PM

Dems face historic House vote on health care

House Democrats predict that a rare Sunday session will produce one of the most significant legislative triumphs in decades.

03/21/2010 08:03 AM

Top-seeded Kentucky blows out Wake Forest

Darius Miller scored a career-high 20 points and top-seeded Kentucky made easy work of No. 9 Wake Forest during a 90-60 rout Saturday night in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

03/21/2010 07:58 AM

Supporters of health care bill march through Charlotte

With a vote on health care reform looming in Congress, more than 100 people hit the streets in Charlotte to make their position known. They marched from Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church to the square on Trade and Tryon streets in Uptown Charlotte.

03/20/2010 06:05 PM

Shelby considered for American Legion World Series

Shelby city leaders are currently bidding to host the American Legion World Series starting in 2001. If chosen, the games could bring in millions of dollars to the local economy for several years.

03/20/2010 05:37 PM

Thousands of families line up for groceries from nonprofits

Saturday, Feed the Children, the Park Church and the Salvation army teamed up to distribute food and personal care items to 3,200 families. Each family received a 25-pound food box, a 10-pound box of toiletries and a box of Avon products.

Updated 03/20/2010 03:50 PM

Former football player has tips to keep kids fit

Physical fitness is a lifelong pursuit, but unfortunately, too many young people aren't getting enough exercise and are suffering the consequences.

03/21/2010 12:04 PM

Potted plant teaches valuable lessons to young girls

An after-school program called Great Science for Girls is teaching young women to learn and lead in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math.

03/21/2010 11:47 AM

Political Connections

This week on Political Connections: Investigations surrounding former Gov. Mike Easley and his associate have once again brought the issue of public corruption and investigation into the forefront. Watch the discussion unfold on News14.com.

Updated 6:00 AM

N.C. State football player charged with beating driver

An N.C. State football player from Mooresville is accused of beating up a shuttle bus driver. Police say 20-year-old Justin Ross Sweezy is charged with misdemeanor assault and misdemeanor larceny. Football coach Tom O'Brien has suspended Sweezy indefinitely.

03/21/2010 11:03 AM

High School All Star: Andrew Swindell

At West Carteret High School, sophomore swimmer, runner, golfer and soccer player Andrew Swindell went to the state championships this year despite suffering from a learning disability.

03/20/2010 03:08 PM

Drew makes winner with 2 seconds left for UNC

Larry Drew II kept North Carolina alive in the postseason. He hit a shot over center Jarvis Varnado with 2 seconds to play to give the Tar Heels a 76-74 victory over Mississippi State on Saturday in the second round of the NIT.

03/20/2010 04:14 PM

Marathon brings economic boost to Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach hosted its first full marathon Sunday morning. More than 1,800 runners laced up their shoes bright and early to hit the pavement for the 26.2-mile run. But they're also hoping to bring big money to the economy.

03/21/2010 01:10 PM

Former congressman, police chief dies at age 80

Fred Heineman, a one-term U.S. congressman and former Raleigh police chief who headed the department for 15 years, died Saturday. He was 80 years old.

Updated 10:10 AM

Conservative voters hope for upcoming shift in power

The conservative group N.C. Freedom hosted a Republican candidate debate in Raleigh Saturday. The event was the third in a series of question-and-answer sessions with candidates vying for seats in both the state House and Senate.

Updated 10:55 AM

House Dems confident in overcoming abortion rift

President Barack Obama set his sights on Capitol Hill, ready to rally House Democrats on Saturday for a final health care push as party leaders appeared confident they had overcome a flare-up within their ranks over abortion funding restrictions in the legislation.