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Street performers fill streets of uptown Charlotte for Buskapalooza

Street performers filled the streets of uptown Charlotte on Friday night. It was the kickoff to the Buskapalooza, one of the performers explained the idea.

Street performers fill streets of uptown Charlotte for Buskapalooza

05/18/2013 06:43 PM

Crime prevention specialists provide safety tips at home security clinic in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville Police Department and the Home Depot joined forces to make houses safer in the All American City. Crime prevention specialists were on hand on Saturday at the home improvement store giving safety tips during a home security clinic.

Crime prevention specialists provide safety tips at home security clinic in Fayetteville

05/18/2013 06:26 PM

Cross memorial for Fort Bragg soldiers lines front lawn of a Fayetteville Methodist church

Hundreds of crosses are now on the front lawn of Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Fayetteville. Each cross is for a soldier stationed at Fort Bragg who has paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom.

Cross memorial for Fort Bragg soldiers lines front lawn of a Fayetteville Methodist church

05/18/2013 05:26 PM

34th annual Artsplosure kicks off in Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh is exploding with art on Saturday. The 34th annual Artsplosure kicks off on Saturday in Moore Square.

34th annual Artsplosure kicks off in Raleigh

05/18/2013 05:03 PM

Thousands gather in Jacksonville for 8th annual Run for the Warriors

More than 2,500 people crowded the streets of Jacksonville on Saturday morning for the eighth annual Run for the Warriors, hosted by Hope for the Warriors, a nonprofit that helps wounded, ill and injured service members re-cooperate from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Thousands gather in Jacksonville for 8th annual Run for the Warriors

Updated 05/18/2013 04:42 PM

Charlotte woman injured in the Boston Marathon bombings returns home

A Charlotte woman injured in the Boston Marathon bombings is back home. Family and friends greeted Nicole Gross and her husband Michael when they arrived at the airport on Saturday.

Charlotte woman injured in the Boston Marathon bombings returns home

Updated 05/18/2013 04:40 PM

Sunset Beach residents celebrate the town's 50th anniversary

People in Sunset Beach are celebrating a smaller milestone in Brunswick County on Saturday. The town is marking 50 years since its incorporation.

Sunset Beach residents celebrate the town's 50th anniversary

05/18/2013 04:24 PM

Young aspiring players, coaches take part in the Belk Bowl football clinic at UNC Charlotte

More than 100 students warmed up for this year's Belk Bowl youth football clinic at UNC Charlotte. They're learning the keys to the game and how to be better sportsmen as well.

Young aspiring players, coaches take part in the Belk Bowl football clinic at UNC Charlotte

05/18/2013 04:16 PM

Pender Memorial Hospital in Burgaw unveils new renovations

Changes at the Pender Memorial Hospital in Burgaw will mean a faster diagnosis for some patients. The hospital unveiled renovations that have been two years in the making at a grand opening event on Saturday.

Pender Memorial Hospital in Burgaw unveils new renovations

05/18/2013 04:01 PM

One-of-a-kind thrift store opens in Greensboro

A store with a unique concept opens its first store in the Tar Heel state. B-thrifty, a “super" thrift store with more than 250,000 different items, held its grand opening in Greensboro on Saturday.

One-of-a-kind thrift store opens in Greensboro

05/18/2013 02:44 PM

Wake Co. Tour D'Coop showcases urban chickens, gardening

Thousands turned out on Saturday to see the city chickens in the Ninth Annual Tour D'Coop. The event lets people get an inside look at the many different chicken coops in Raleigh and Cary.

Wake Co. Tour D'Coop showcases urban chickens, gardening

05/18/2013 01:21 PM

Car strikes, kills 52-year-old Fayetteville man

A Fayetteville man is dead after being hit by a car. Police say 52-year-old Donald Ovalle walked out into traffic on Yadkin Road near Santa Fe Drive around 9:00 Friday night.

Car strikes, kills 52-year-old Fayetteville man

05/18/2013 01:09 PM

Wake Co. deputy on administrative duty after shooting, killing woman with machete

A Wake County sheriff's deputy is on administrative duty after shooting and killing a woman who deputies say was coming at them with a machete.

Wake Co. deputy on administrative duty after shooting, killing woman with machete

05/18/2013 01:00 PM

Mega Millions jackpot tickets sold in NJ and Va.

There were two winners in Friday night's Mega Millions drawing. A ticket in N.J. and a ticket in Farmville, Va. matched all six numbers.

Mega Millions jackpot tickets sold in NJ and Va.

05/18/2013 12:44 PM

Family of falcons takes residence atop One Wells Fargo Center in Charlotte

A family of birds has taken up residence atop One Wells Fargo Center and it has employees all aflutter. In February, a pair of Peregrine Falcons started appearing on the ledge of the building's 40th floor. Eventually the pair built a nest and female bird laid eggs. The pair has spent the time since taking turns watching over the nest.

Family of falcons takes residence atop One Wells Fargo Center in Charlotte

Updated 05/18/2013 12:10 PM

News 14 Carolina's chief meteorologist talks to Charlotte kindergartners

News 14 Carolina Chief Meteorologist Jeff Crum took some time away from doing the weather to talk to students in south Charlotte on Friday.

News 14 Carolina's chief meteorologist talks to Charlotte kindergartners

05/18/2013 11:56 AM

Construction ahead of schedule for Charlotte Knights BB&T Ballpark

There have been significant changes at one of uptown Charlotte's most significant construction projects: the BB&T Ballpark. The Triple-A baseball park for the Charlotte Knights, set to open next spring, will replace the team's current home in Fort Mill, S.C.

Construction ahead of schedule for Charlotte Knights BB&T Ballpark

05/18/2013 10:55 AM

Thousands head to Charlotte Motor Speedway for NASCAR races

It's race week at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Thousands of racing fans head to Charlotte Motor Speedway this week for several major NASCAR races.

Thousands head to Charlotte Motor Speedway for NASCAR races

05/18/2013 10:32 AM

USO of NC, ECPI University team up to host job fair for veterans

Veterans went to a career fair on Friday with the hopes to land a job and get some additional tools for their job hunt. The USO of North Carolina and ECPI University teamed up to host Operation Job Fair.

USO of NC, ECPI University team up to host job fair for veterans

05/17/2013 09:32 PM

Wake Forest University urges schools to invest in career services

The National Association for Colleges and Employers says schools have cut career office budgets by an average of 16 percent, in the past year. Wake Forest University says that will only lead students on a path to nowhere. For some college students, graduation arrives before they know it and navigating the global workforce can be intimidating.

Wake Forest University urges schools to invest in career services

05/17/2013 09:08 PM

Wake Co. deputies kill 33-year-old knife-wielding woman

The investigation is underway after Wake County deputies shot a woman who lunged at them with a knife on Friday.

Wake Co. deputies kill 33-year-old knife-wielding woman

05/17/2013 08:54 PM

Syngenta Innovation Center opens in the Research Triangle Park

A $72 million lab that promises to revolutionize the agriculture industry opened to the public in the Research Triangle Park on Friday. Gov. Pat McCrory and Sen. Kay Hagan gave remarks at the new advanced crop lab at the Syngenta Innovation Center.

Syngenta Innovation Center opens in the Research Triangle Park

05/17/2013 08:40 PM

Wilmington, state officials thanked for their service with old fashioned barbecue

Local and state officials were thanked for their service to the Wilmington area on Friday with an old fashioned barbecue. This was the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce's 10th annual elected officials barbecue held at the riverfront.

Wilmington, state officials thanked for their service with old fashioned barbecue

05/17/2013 08:27 PM

Amotion hearing to remove New Hanover Co. commissioner set for next week

A hearing that could remove a New Hanover County commissioner from his position will most likely move forward. Commissioner Brian Berger had attempted to postpone the amotion hearing set for Monday, by filing a restraining order against his fellow commissioners. However, as of Friday, a judge had not granted that order.

Amotion hearing to remove New Hanover Co. commissioner set for next week

05/17/2013 08:21 PM

NC beaches could receive more money for beach nourishment if bill passes in House

Beach nourishment funds could get a large boost thanks to Sen. Kay Hagan. She helped pass the Water Resources Development Act in the Senate that would fund key dredging and shoreline projects. If approved, Surf City and north Topsail Beach will receive money to curb erosion.

NC beaches could receive more money for beach nourishment if bill passes in House

05/17/2013 08:08 PM

Wrightsville Beach smoking ban remains in effect

Wrightsville Beach-goers will have to leave their cigarettes at home. A bill that would have kept town officials from enforcing the smoke-free ban never made it out of committee this week.

Wrightsville Beach smoking ban remains in effect

05/17/2013 07:58 PM

Passengers make unexpected stop in Wilmington after an on-flight emergency

Some passengers flying to Canada made a stop in the Port City after an emergency forced their plane to land at ILM Airport on Friday. The plane was flying from Saint Martin to Montreal.

Passengers make unexpected stop in Wilmington after an on-flight emergency

05/17/2013 07:51 PM

Film crews shoot scenes for 'Tammy' in downtown Wilmington

Film crews took over streets in downtown Wilmington on Friday. The stars from the movie "Tammy" shot driving scenes on Fourth and Campbell Streets.

Film crews shoot scenes for 'Tammy' in downtown Wilmington

05/17/2013 07:42 PM

All lanes of Snow's Cut Bridge in Pleasure Island reopen

The trip to and from Pleasure Island just got a lot easier. All lanes of the Snow's Cut Bridge are now open.

All lanes of Snow's Cut Bridge in Pleasure Island reopen

05/17/2013 07:36 PM

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church hosts annual Greek Festival in Wilmington

The Port City is going Greek. The St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church annual Greek Festival kicked off on Friday. People from all over the state come out to celebrate Wilmington's Greek community.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church hosts annual Greek Festival in Wilmington

05/17/2013 07:22 PM