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Local Football Player's Death Helps Teach Concussion Lessons

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 23:42
New studies show concussions have increased in kids. One Triad high school's football team is taking cautionary measures after one of their teammates died from a head injury two years ago.

New Bridge Construction Lower Than Expected

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 23:32
Some incorrect information led to what was thought to be a problem with the new Bridford Parkway bridge construction over Interstate 40 in Greensboro. 

American Red Cross On Alert For Hurricane Earl

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 23:10
Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) throughout North Carolina have been put on alert, as well as the State Disaster Coordination Team.

K-9 Dies In Deputy's Hot Car

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 22:58
Earlier this month a K-9 died after being left inside a Burke County deputy's patrol car with a malfunctioning air conditioner.

Sheriff: Arrests Made In Copper Thefts From Chicken Houses

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 20:55
Investigators said the suspects are tied to eight chicken house break-ins. They said the copper was being taken to area scrap metal recyclers and recycled for money. 

Greensboro College Maintaining Enrollment and Improving Its Financial Standing

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 20:18
Greensboro College President Lawrence Czarda expects the college will no longer be under a warning for its financial status after December.

High Point Road Improvements Move To Next Stage

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 19:17
Plans call for eliminating some overhead lines and putting traffic signals on masts at a cost of $1.7 million.

Innocence Advocates Rally Behind Death Row Inmate

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 18:28
Attorneys filed a claim under the Racial Justice Act, hoping for a new hearing for Melvin White.

Hurricane Earl Could Impact NC Coast, Fiona Forms Behind It

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 17:15
The forecast track for Earl puts it between Bermuda and Cape Hattaras.  Tropical Storm Fiona has now formed behind it in the Atlantic.

UNC Football Fans Meet Players While Investigation Continues

Sun, 08/29/2010 - 00:46
The University of North Carolina football team hosted a "Meet the Heels" event on Saturday.

College Football Returns To AJ Simeon Stadium

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 22:56
The Winston-Salem State University Rams held their season opener against the Virginia Union at the stadium.

Pastors Target Minds To Stop Violence

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 22:37
Pastor Dwayne Hawkins and other ministers host an event targeting youth in tough neighborhoods called "Save the Children".

Six-Year-Old Injured When Go-Cart Driven By 10-Year-Old Flipped

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 17:24
A six-year-old boy is in the hospital after the go-cart he was riding in flipped.

Mt. Airy Man Nearly Electrocuted While Trimming Trees

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 16:24
A man from Mount Airy has been hospitalized after he came into contact with an electrical line while trimming trees.

72-Year-Old Woman Charged With Sex Crimes, Assaulting Victim

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 13:56

Authorities in Salisbury say a 72-year-old woman who is already face sex charges with a minor is now facing assault charges for allegedly trying to intimidate the victim.

 

String Of Break-ins Has Neighbors Nervous

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 00:10
Despite increases in police patrol, crime is still a tough battle for one Triad neighborhood.

Police Investigate Suspicious Backpack In Greensboro

Sat, 08/28/2010 - 00:05
Police blocked off Friendly Avenue while investigating a suspicious backpack in a parking lot.

Burlington Donates Fire Trucks To Mexican Sister City

Fri, 08/27/2010 - 23:20
The Burlington-Alamance Sister Cities program is helping an entire community in Mexico.

I-40 East Closes This Weekend For Construction

Fri, 08/27/2010 - 19:46
Detour signs will start warning drivers about the change in Winston-Salem about 20 miles before they get to the I-73/ I-85 split.

UPDATE: UNC Investigating Possible Academic Violations

Thu, 08/26/2010 - 23:52
The investigation of North Carolina's football program has expanded into possible academic misconduct involving players and a woman who has also worked as a tutor for coach Butch Davis' son.