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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 6:12 PM


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


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


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


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


Parks: Who's to blame for Panthers' loss? I think it's you

It’s 3rd and 12 in a close game. A stop forces the visitors to punt only up by three with 4:30 left on the clock. The crowd starts getting a little loud, and then louder, but then it stops. The noise never reaches that fevered pitch you expect.

Thanksgiving recipes

The staff at News 14 Carolina is collecting recipes for a special Thanksgiving cookbook for News14.com. Send us your family favorites and comfort foods to help us create a true taste of the flavor from North Carolina!

Share your fall photos with News 14 Carolina

The season is such a festive time of year. The weather gets chilly, the leaves display spectacular colors and the holidays are times for creating lasting memories. It’s a time for sharing with family and friends.




Far from track, suspended Mayfield holds auction

Banned from driving by NASCAR after testing positive for methamphetamines, Mayfield has become an auction fanatic. On Friday, he was selling his own stuff.

11/20/2009 04:08 PM

Williams leads Dolphins over Panthers 24-17

Ricky Williams rushed for 119 yards and scored three touchdowns, and the Dolphins beat the Carolina Panthers 24-17 on Thursday night for their fourth win in six games.

11/20/2009 01:03 AM

For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make history

There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night. A record-tying ninth NASCAR title, and if all goes right, Hendrick could own the top three cars in the final Chase standings.

11/20/2009 08:05 AM




Let's Cook: Spicy Cranberry Relish

Chef Michael Calenda from Johnson & Wales University as he shows you how to prepare spicy cranberry relish.

11/20/2009 08:00 AM

Let's Cook: Lemon Herb Cheese

Join Chef Carrie Leonard from Johnson & Wales University as she shows you how to prepare lemon herb cheese.

11/19/2009 09:07 AM

In Depth: Dr. Howard Eisenson offers holiday eating tips

The holiday eating season is upon us. With more than half of the adults in this country considered overweight by the CDC, trying to find a way to not pack on the pounds is a priority for many.

11/19/2009 10:01 AM




Sen. Boseman decides not to run for Senate again

State Sen. Julia Boseman announced she will not seek reelection to the 9th district, which covers all of New Hanover County. She's the third North Carolina Democrat to announce a decision to leave the Senate recently.

11/20/2009 06:30 PM

New companies will bring jobs to Kings Mountain

Kings Mountain city leaders say the economy is showing signs of improvement. Earlier this week, Charlotte-based trucking company Bell Lines announced plans to expand to Kings Mountain before Christmas.

11/20/2009 05:29 PM

College Crime Stoppers program honored at CCCC

The Onslow County Crime Stopper program has been honored for bringing its message to students. Crime Stoppers helped Coastal Carolina Community College get a program up and running on campus.

Updated 5:39 PM




Republicans blast 'bait and switch' health bill

Digging in for a long struggle, Republican senators and governors assailed the Democrats' newly minted health care legislation Thursday as a collection of tax increases, Medicare cuts and heavy new burdens for deficit-ridden states.

11/20/2009 03:50 PM

Military experiment seeks to predict PTSD

Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images.

11/20/2009 08:30 AM

Winfrey: Prayer, careful thought influenced exit

Holding back tears, Oprah Winfrey told her studio audience Friday that she would end her show in 2011 after a quarter-century on the air, saying prayer and careful thought led her to her decision.

11/20/2009 03:53 PM