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    Attempted robbery in Greenville Mall parking lot

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    Greenville Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery that happened in the Greenville mall parking lot around 6:35 Wednesday night. More>>

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    Son of WNCT's founder reflects on bringing TV to eastern Carolina Video included

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    When it comes to masterminds in technology, just about everyone can name a few, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, among many.
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    NC legislator arrested on felony tax charges

    A North Carolina legislator has resigned following her arrest on felony tax charges. More>>

    Silver Alert issued for missing Jones County man underway Video included

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    Authorities are looking for a missing Jones County man.
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    NCDOT conducts underwater tests on Bonner Bridge

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    N.C. Department of Transportation crews conducted several tests and surveys Wednesday on the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge over the Oregon Inlet. More>>

    Bertie County to sue First Med EMS Video included

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    An EMS provider in Bertie County closed unexpectedly and the decision has left many asking why. More>>

    Sketches released of suspect in Ashley Furniture weekend armed robbery Video included

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    Police say it happened at the Ashley Furniture Distribution Center on Pactolous Highway.  More>>

    Judge rules 'not guilty' in Duplin County sweepstakes case

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    A judge in Duplin County ruled “not guilty” today in the county’s first gambling and video sweepstakes case to go to court.   More>>

    Beaufort house fire under investigation

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    An overnight house fire is under investigation.
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    America's Next Top Model casting call comes to Greenville Video included

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    America's Next Top Model casting agents were in Greenville Wednesday. More>>

    Shane Carden Named C-USA Most Valuable Player Video included

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    IRVING, Texas ­ East Carolina junior quarterback Shane Carden has been named Conference USA¹s Most Valuable Player according to announcement by the league office Wednesday.
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    Deputies recognized for support of Toys for Tots Video included

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    It's an annual tradition in the east; riders hitting the open road for the less fortunate. More>>

    Durham Police Chief: Teen died of gunshot wound to the head Video included

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    Durham Police Chief Jose Lopez said  Jesus Huerta died of a self-inflicted gun shot wound.
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    Missing Kinston teen found safe

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    Kinston Police say they've located a missing teenager. More>>

    Pitt Co high schools named safest in NC for athletes

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    Student athletes in Pitt County are safer than any other high school athletes in the state according to the National Athletic Trainers' Association. More>>

    Police officer cleared in case of K9 unleashed on NC driver Video included

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    A Wilmington police officer has been cleared after he was questioned about using excessive force when a police dog bit a suspect. More>>

    Former ECU football player killed in Greensboro Video included

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    A murder in Greensboro left a former ECU football player dead. More>>

    Police: SUV hits Greenville home and drives away Video included

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    Greenville Police are investigating where a vehicle hit a home on Harding Street last night. Officers responded after the vehicle hit the home at 101 North Harding Street and drove away. More>>

    Interpreter at Mandela's memorial accused of being a fraud Video included

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    The man who served as a sign language interpreter during Nelson Mandela’s memorial in South Africa Tuesday is now accused of being a fraud.
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    Greenville Waffle House robbed Video included

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    Greenville police tell 9 On Your Side they were called to the Waffle House restaurant on Greenville Blvd. around 1:00 Wednesday morning for a report of an armed robbery. More>>

    Rodanthe Bridge Meetings planned

    Rodanthe Bridge Meetings planned Video included

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    The N.C. Department of Transportation will hold a series of public meetings along the Outer Banks in January to gather input from citizens on the long-term plans for N.C. 12 in Rodanthe on Hatteras Island in Dare County. More>>

    Deputies looking for Kinston armed robbery suspect Video included

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    Lenoir County sheriff's deputies are looking for a man who robbed a grocery store in Kinston. More>>

    White Oak Elementary School awarded $25,000

    White Oak Elementary School awarded $25,000

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    White Oak Elementary School was awarded $25,000 from U.S. Cellular as part of their 2013 Calling All Communities Campaign. More>>

    NC teaching intern accused of having child porn

    Authorities in Iredell County have accused a Mooresville man training for a student teaching job of having child pornography on his computer. More>>

    NC limousine driver charged in wreck that killed 2

    Police in Asheville have charged the driver of a limousine driver involved in a wreck that killed a Pennsylvania couple. More>>

    Probation violator who prompted partial lock down arrested Video included

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    South Lenoir High School was on a modified lockdown Monday. More>>

    New Bern mayor Dana Outlaw takes oath of office Video included

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    New Bern's mayor is passing the torch on Tuesday. More>>

    SBI says theft of prescription drugs up 25 percent in recent years Video included

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    It's no secret burglars like to steal money, weapons, and electronics. But these days they're also interested in taking your prescription medications. More>>

    LaRoque's retrial hearing postponed until Feb. Video included

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    Former North Carolina lawmaker Stephen LaRoque will have to wait another month to find out whether he'll get a retrial.  More>>

    DHHS staff defends troubled NC Medicaid software

    The technology chief at the N.C. Department of Health and Services says the agency's new $255 million computer system for processing Medicaid claims is working well, despite a critical audit and complaints from medical... More>>

    NC tax withholding should be on employee checklist

    North Carolina's tax collection agency is reminding millions of people who work or generate other income to fill out a new form by the end of the month to ensure the amount withheld from their paychecks is adjusted... More>>

    Currituck officials press NCDOT for mid-county bridge

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    Officials in Currituck County say they recently met with North Carolina Department of Transportation officials about the long-delayed construction of a Mid-Currituck Bridge. More>>

    New Oriental Walmart Express looking to fill 20 positions

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    About 20 associates are needed at the new Walmart Express store in Oriental. More>>

    Woman dead after Macclesfield fire

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    A woman is dead after an early morning fire. More>>

    3 charged in Newport home invasion, shooting Video included

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    Police say three suspects are in custody in a Newport home invasion. More>>

    Indictment details abuse of handcuffed NC boy Video included

    A Union County couple has been indicted after an 11-year-old boy was found handcuffed to a porch with a dead chicken tied to his neck last month. More>>

    One victim in serious condition, another released after New Bern triple shooting Video included

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    Police say three people have been shot in New Bern, including one who has died.
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    Groups shun NC critics, appeal Bonner Bridge case

    Environmentalists are not backing away from a lawsuit over replacing the only bridge to much of North Carolina's Outer Banks, continuing a court fight despite pressure from politicians. More>>

    Young councilman sworn in at Elizabeth City

    An Elizabeth City State University student whose bid for city council was originally rejected by the local elections board has been sworn into office. More>>

    Tens of thousands honor memory of Nelson Mandela Video included

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    Tens of thousands of South Africans and leaders and dignitaries from around the world came together to honor the late Nelson Mandela. More>>

    Dredging complete along Outer Banks Video included

    Dredging is complete along the Outer Banks. More>>

    Falkland bridge closed for replacement

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    Work is set to begin Tuesday on a bridge replacement in Pitt County. More>>

    Police: Shots fired in Greenville neighborhood Video included

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    Greenville Police tell 9 On Your Side that officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of West 13th Street last night.
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    Wesleyan College Announces New President

    Wesleyan College Announces New President

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    Dr. Dewey Clark will succeed James Gray the third as president of the four-year, liberal arts college in Rocky Mount. More>>

    Pamlico County Names Principal Of The Year

    Pamlico County Names Principal Of The Year

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    Pamlico County Schools selected Sherry Meador, principal of Fred A. Anderson Elementary School, as their 2013 principal of the year. More>>

    Panel eyes 8 NC charter schools due for renewals

    A review panel is looking into the operations, academic performance and money controls of charter schools that want to stay in operation for up to another 10 years. More>>

    'Parent Portal' gives parents instant access to child's grades, attendance Video included

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    A new online tool launches today for parents in Pitt County. It allows them to instantly check their child's grades, assignments, attendance and more with the click of a button. More>>

    Greenville police to host first recruitment open house Video included

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    Honesty, a commitment to community service and hard work – they're just a few qualities the Greenville Police Department looks for when recruiting new officers.  More>>

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    • Wednesday, December 11 2013 8:23 PM EST2013-12-12 01:23:48 GMT
      An Abingdon man is charged with the murder of a 2 year old girl. The Washington County, Virginia, Sheriff's Office says Gregory Matthew Marlow, 28, is charged with second degree murder. Deputies say 2 year old Leah Dye was taken to the Washington County Fire Rescue Squad Building on the evening of May 21, 2012. Deputies say the child was unresponsive and taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. According to deputies, the two had been at an apartment on Lee Highway in Bristol. ...
      An Abingdon man is charged with the murder of a 2 year old girl. The Washington County, Virginia, Sheriff's Office says Gregory Matthew Marlow, 28, is charged with second degree murder. Deputies say 2 year old Leah Dye was taken to the Washington County Fire Rescue Squad Building on the evening of May 21, 2012. Deputies say the child was unresponsive and taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. According to deputies, the two had been at an apartment on Lee Highway in Bristol. ...

    • Wednesday, December 11 2013 7:54 PM EST2013-12-12 00:54:12 GMT
      Just weeks after celebrating his 95th birthday, the Rev. Billy Graham is suffering from an infection and his son, Franklin Graham, is asking for prayers for his father.The Rev. Franklin Graham posted a
      Just weeks after celebrating his 95th birthday, the Rev. Billy Graham is suffering from an infection and his son, Franklin Graham, is asking for prayers for his father.The Rev. Franklin Graham posted a

    • Fire crews are battling a blaze at a downtown Ripon store front, according to the city's Fire Chief.The scene is located on the 300 block of East Fond du Lac St.Crews from surrounding communities have
      Fire crews are battling a blaze at a downtown Ripon store front, according to the city's Fire Chief.
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    • Wednesday, December 11 2013 6:06 PM EST2013-12-11 23:06:17 GMT
      IRVING, Texas ­ East Carolina junior quarterback Shane Carden has been named Conference USA¹s Most Valuable Player according to announcement by the league office Wednesday.
      IRVING, Texas ­ East Carolina junior quarterback Shane Carden has been named Conference USA¹s Most Valuable Player according to announcement by the league office Wednesday.

    • Wednesday, December 11 2013 11:56 AM EST2013-12-11 16:56:37 GMT
      Former University of North Carolina coach Butch Davis expressed frustration about his inability to land a head coaching job in a long interview with CBS Sports that details some of the background of the
      Former UNC coach Butch Davis yearns to be a head coach again, but has found it difficult to find employment after his tenure at Carolina.

    • Tuesday, December 10 2013 4:29 PM EST2013-12-10 21:29:52 GMT
      IRVING, Texas – East Carolina had 24 players named to All-Conference USA Football Teams, according to an announcement by the league office Tuesday. Headlining the Pirates' selections were junior QB
      IRVING, Texas – East Carolina had 24 players named to All-Conference USA Football Teams, according to an announcement by the league office Tuesday. Headlining the Pirates' selections were junior QB
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    • U.S. & World News

    • Major League Baseball plans to eliminate home plate collisions, possibly as soon as next season but no later than by 2015.
      Pete Rose sounded bowled over.

    • By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Thursday:
      By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Thursday:

    • A federal jury on Wednesday acquitted a former New Orleans police officer of fatally shooting a man without justification outside a strip mall in Hurricane Katrina's aftermath.
      A former New Orleans police officer whose 2010 manslaughter conviction was touted as a milestone in the city's healing after Hurricane Katrina was acquitted Wednesday by a different jury of charges he fatally shot a...
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