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Twelve jurors seated in Montgomery murder trial

The final two jurors and two alternates were seated Thursday in the Demetrius Montgomery murder trial, but the jury selection process continues as one alternate must still be selected. The judge said evidence may not be heard until possibly Tuesday morning.

Twelve jurors seated in Montgomery murder trial

Updated 2:55 PM

Perdue: 'We're ready'

Gov. Perdue spoke from downtown Raleigh Thursday morning with the latest on state preparations for Hurricane Earl. She, along with President Obama have signed off on a Federal Emergency Declaration, meaning the state can get federal funding to cover a majority of the costs associated with the storm.

Perdue: 'We're ready'

Updated 12:38 PM

Arson at apartment office may be linked to tension with new manager

Police are investigating a fire set in an apartment complex office that employees say may be linked to recent threats by residents. The fire happened Thursday morning at the Greens Apartment Complex in Concord.

Arson at apartment office may be linked to tension with new manager

1:52 PM

Student struck by car while walking to school bus stop

A Sedgefield Middle School student was hit by a car while walking to her bus stop Thursday morning. The driver told police she was blinded by the sun and did not see the girl. The student was taken to Carolinas Medical Center with minor injuries.

Student struck by car while walking to school bus stop

11:02 AM

Man accused of kidnapping baby in Union Co. to appear in court

The man accused of kidnapping a baby in July will be in court Thursday. Lonnie Buchanan is charged with second degree kidnapping. Monroe police say the 41-year -old man snatched Jallell Howard from outside of doctor's office.

Man accused of kidnapping baby in Union Co. to appear in court

6:47 AM

Jean Woolard sworn in to replace Kathy Taft

A new member joined the State Board of Education on Thursday. Jean Woolard was sworn-in at the monthly meeting in Raleigh. Gov. Perdue appointed her last week to the open seat left in the wake of former board member Kathy Taft's death.

Jean Woolard sworn in to replace Kathy Taft

1:21 PM

Management of school crossing guards in question

Those who help local students get across the street safely could soon have a new supervisor. There are 65 Charlotte-Mecklenburg school crossing guards assigned to elementary and middle schools with the highest pedestrian volume.

Management of school crossing guards in question

7:03 AM

Let's Cook: Santa Fe style corn on the cob

Chef Ed Batten from Johnson & Wales University shows you how to make Santa Fe style corn on the cob, just in time for the last few weeks of summer barbecues.

Let's Cook: Santa Fe style corn on the cob

8:04 AM

Grow Your Own: Hazard Trees

In this segment of Grow Your Own, Dr. Bruce tells us about hazard trees and what to look out for in your yard.

Grow Your Own: Hazard Trees

10:02 AM

Mobile apps enhance the U.S. Open experience

New applications for smartphones, computers and iPads can enhance enjoyment of the U.S. Open tennis tournament. NY1's Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following Tech Talk report.

Mobile apps enhance the U.S. Open experience

09/01/2010 09:29 AM

WSSU ready for rivalry game against NC A&T

Winston-Salem State has one win under its belt, routing Virginia Union 47-13 last week in the Rams' first game back in the CIAA and under a new coach. But the talk of the town is all about this week's game against I-40 rival A&T.

WSSU ready for rivalry game against NC A&T

09/01/2010 08:08 PM

Austin suspended indefinitely from UNC football team

Marvin Austin is suspended indefinitely from the University of North Carolina football team. Coach Butch Davis said in a press release that "the decision is not a result of the ongoing NCAA review" and that Austin "has violated team rules."

Austin suspended indefinitely from UNC football team

09/01/2010 03:45 PM

Quail Hollow named host of 2017 PGA Championship

The Queen City will play host to a major golf championship. On Tuesday, PGA officials, along with Gov. Bev Perdue and Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx, announced the Quail Hollow Club will host the 99th PGA Championship in 2017.

Quail Hollow named host of 2017 PGA Championship

Updated 08/31/2010 05:44 PM

Threat of Hurricane Earl closes ports

Officials continue to step up precautions at the ports of Wilmington and Morehead City. Both are closed to all inbound and outbound traffic.

Threat of Hurricane Earl closes ports

2:02 PM

Body of Wake County man missing in Lake Gaston found

Authorities said Karl Besas, 24, never made it back to his boat, after he and some friends decided to go swimming last Friday night. They located his body Wednesday afternoon.

Body of Wake County man missing in Lake Gaston found

Updated 1:47 PM

Emergency workers urge people to comply with evacuations

A mandatory evacuation is in place for Emerald Isle to Atlantic Beach in Carteret County. Residents and visitors were told to leave by 5 a.m. Thursday.

Emergency workers urge people to comply with evacuations

11:05 AM

Greensboro hospital offers new cancer treatment

Cancer patients now have a new option when it comes to fighting their disease. A state-of-the-art cancer treatment called TomoTherapy delivers targeted radiation to tumors that previously weren't able to be treated.

Greensboro hospital offers new cancer treatment

Updated 1:59 PM

Smith gets life in prison for Gore's murder

A jury found 63-year-old Leslie Smith guilty of the first degree murder of his girlfriend, 48-year-old Jacquelyn Gore.

Smith gets life in prison for Gore's murder

10:14 AM

Power outage cancels classes at NCCU

A major power outage has canceled classes at N.C. Central University on Thursday. The outage happened around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, blocking power to the main campus.

Power outage cancels classes at NCCU

Updated 12:27 PM