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Federal grand jury investigates Easley properties

Questions about who bought land and for how much are likely to come up in the federal grand jury investigation into former Gov. Mike Easley. The most notable property in question is Cannonsgate, a development in Carteret County that Easley bought in 2005.

Updated 5:47 PM

N.C. unemployment rate higher than average in October

New unemployment numbers released Friday show that North Carolina's jobless rate is up to 11 percent in October from 10.8 percent in September. It may seem like a small increase, but it's still tough for those who have spent much of this year in the unemployment line.

Updated 5:06 PM

3 with drug-resistant H1N1 strain die at Duke Hospital

Health officials with Duke Hospital say three of four patients admitted with drug-resistant strains of the H1N1 flu virus have died but say it's not clear whether the deaths were related to the flu.

11/20/2009 04:48 PM

Man charged in child's rape, murder appears in court

The man accused of raping and murdering 5-year-old Shaniya Davis made his first court appearance Friday. Mario McNeill was charged Thursday with first-degree murder and first-degree rape in the case.

Updated 4:15 PM

NCSU leaders vote to increase tuition rates

N.C. State’s Board of Trustees approved a 6.5 percent tuition hike Friday. The increase will mean students must pay hundreds of dollars more each year.

Updated 3:17 PM

ACLU files suit against Cary on behalf of Cary resident

The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit against the town of Cary on the behalf of resident David Bowden, who said the town violates constitutional rights.

11/20/2009 01:24 PM

October sees increased unemployment for North Carolina

North Carolina's unemployment rate increased to 11 percent last month. That number is up from 10.8 percent in September. October marked the ninth straight month of double digit unemployment in the state.

11/20/2009 12:45 PM

Deal with Microsoft to help N.C. educate about technology

People struggling to keep up with new technology will soon be able to get free technology training. North Carolina will get close to $24,000 vouchers for courses ranging from basic technology literacy to intermediate-level tech skills.

11/20/2009 09:08 AM

Silver Alert issued after Wake County man disappears

A Silver Alert is in effect for a Wake County man. Amin Sider, 46, is believed to be suffering from dementia or some other cognitive impairment. Sider is described as a white male, about 5-feet, 6-inches tall and weighing around 150 pounds.

11/20/2009 09:01 AM

Candle blamed for house fire; family escapes safely

Fire officials are blaming an unattended candle for a blaze that destroyed a house in Raleigh on Thursday. Fire officials say a child knocked over the candle inside the Colleton Road home.

11/20/2009 08:45 AM

Elderly woman fined after hitting, killing girl at bus stop

An elderly woman has been fined and given a suspended sentence Thursday for the death of a 6-year-old girl. Gertrude Dietz, 84, was fined $500 and given a suspended sentence after she struck Ashley Ramos-Hernandez with her car.

11/20/2009 08:41 AM

SADD looks to educated N.C. students on making right calls

A number of students will learn how to stay away from bad choices this weekend during the Students Against Destructive Decisions conference. All weekend, students will get to participate in a variety of workshops.

11/20/2009 08:26 AM

Traffic accident can’t stop Smith from putting up big stats

Carolina Panther standout Steve Smith was in a minor car accident on the way to Thursday night’s game against the Miami Dolphins, but was still able to play and have an impact despite the defeat.

11/20/2009 07:54 AM

Donations come in during N.C. Children's Promise

Thursday was a special day at the North Carolina Children's Hospital. Hospital officials held the annual Children's Promise fundraising celebration to raise money to help very sick children from all across the state.

11/19/2009 10:06 PM

Police announce murder, rape charges in Davis case

Authorities have charged Mario McNeill with the rape and murder of 5-year-old Shaniya Davis in addition to earlier charges of kidnapping. The girl went missing from her mother’s home in Cumberland County Nov. 10.

Updated 11/19/2009 08:35 PM

Full interview with Barbara Davenport

Gov. Bev Perdue announced Wednesday that the recalculation of inmate release dates would comply with a September state Supreme Court case, but would make the earliest unconditional release date 2054.

11/19/2009 07:50 PM

Perdue says violent inmates won't be released until 2054

Gov. Bev Perdue announced Wednesday that the recalculation of inmate release dates would comply with a September state Supreme Court case, but would make the earliest unconditional release date 2054.

Updated 11/19/2009 07:38 PM

Army bars media from Palin book signing at Fort Bragg

The media will not be allowed to cover former Alaskan Gov. Sarah Palin’s planned trip to Fort Bragg Monday, but the public will be invited. Army officials say they fear the event will turn into political grandstanding against President Barack Obama.

11/19/2009 05:37 PM

Wake Co. schools to face $20 million budget shortfall

Wake County schools Superintendent Del Burns called for his management team Wednesday to prepare for massive cuts. Burns said because of anticipated cost increases and a decline in revenue, the next fiscal year could fall $20 million short.

11/19/2009 05:15 PM

UNC Board of Trustees approves 5.2 percent tuition hike

The UNC Board of Trustees unanimously approved a tuition hike of more than five percent for undergraduates Thursday. The decision was in line with Chancellor Holden Thorp's recommendation for a tuition increase.

Updated 11/19/2009 04:54 PM