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4 N.C. Guardsmen die in explosion in Iraq

Dignified Transfer Baldeosingh

Four National Guard soldiers were killed in Baghdad on the last day of regular combat operations for U.S. forces in Iraqi cities, the military said Thursday.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:14 AM | Full story

Bystanders pull soldier from fiery car crash

Two bystanders braved flames to rescue a Fort Bragg soldier from a serious vehicle wreck on New Bern Avenue about midnight Thursday. The soldier, John Michael Dean, 19, of Palmerville, Mass., was seriously injured and was taken to WakeMed.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 12:24 PM | Full story

11 saw inmate's beating, records show

At least 11 witnesses say they saw guards at a Greene County prison beat inmate David G. Richardson with nightsticks while Richardson, handcuffed and shackled at the ankles, curled into a fetal position on the concrete floor.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 10:33 AM | Full story

In-law: Patrol chief forced out

The official story is that Highway Patrol Commander Walter J. Wilson Jr. decided to retire after a year on the job to spend more time with his family. But Wilson's brother-in-law now says Wilson was forced out.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:18 AM | Full story

Union savors victory at pork plant

After nearly 17 years of struggle, employees at the world's largest pork plant went to work under a union contract for the first time Thursday.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:18 AM | Full story

Durham officer hurt in shooting

Whoever fired the bullet that struck a Durham police officer in the abdomen Thursday should have known police were standing outside the door, Police Chief Jose L. Lopez Sr. said.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:22 AM | Full story

After chase, police nail bank robbery suspects

Police apprehended three bank robbery suspects Thursday after a midday North Raleigh car chase in which multiple shots were fired at police.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 2:01 PM | Full story

Ambiente expands its space

Retailing:The furniture industry is another one truly feeling the pinch of the down economy. But one Raleigh furniture company is expanding.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:39 AM | Full story

Best option: Leave fireworks to the pros

Want to avoid spending the Fourth of July weekend in the emergency room? Fire safety officials suggest that you leave the fireworks to the professionals.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:40 AM | Full story

Fourth will be observed dozens of ways in region

The Triangle is gearing up for more than two dozen Independence Day celebrations today through Sunday. Go to www.TriangleMom2Mom.com for more information about all these events.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 10:07 PM | Full story

GOP leaders decry Perdue's budget remark

Under the Dome:Republican legislative leaders criticized Democratic Gov. Beverly Perdue Thursday for saying she didn't care which legislative tax plan was used to balance the state budget.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:25 AM | Full story

Official accused of falsifying title

Neil Woodcock, the head of a state program that equips state and local police agencies, has been charged with misdemeanor falsification of a vehicle title record involving a Chevy Tahoe that is state owned and assigned to him.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 10:08 PM | Full story

Tribes honor holy woman

A host of Native Americans in ponchos, headbands and beads marched into a ballroom of the Raleigh Convention Center on Thursday, all bearing the distinctive regalia of their tribes.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 10:09 PM | Full story

Probation bill gets final OK

Lawmakers are taking a small weight off the state's overburdened probation system.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 10:08 PM | Full story

Better transit vital to city, mayor says

Mayor Charles Meeker said Thursday that Raleigh's ability to emerge from the current recession quickly will be tied to its ability to promote sustainable living and better public transportation for its residents.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 10:07 PM | Full story

Bear scares woman in southeast Guilford

For the second time in two days, someone reported a black bear in southeast Guilford County.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:44 AM | Full story

Bill would allow vote on annex

A legislative committee worked Thursday to reform state laws that allow cities and towns to annex property owners against their will, weighing American demands for freedom of choice against municipal powers to expand.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 11:23 PM | Full story

UNC-CH chancellor expects a 10 percent cut

In a letter this week to faculty, staff and students, UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Holden Thorp noted that cuts to the new year's operating budget are expected to total 10 percent.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2009 4:44 AM | Full story

UNCG drive raises $115.3 million

UNC-Greensboro has concluded its five-year capital campaign, taking in $115 million.

Updated: Jul. 2, 2009 11:23 PM | Full story
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