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    Fayetteville woman attempts to burn down boyfriend's home

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    A Fayetteville woman is facing multiple charges after trying to burn down her boyfriend's mobile home while he was asleep, according to Cumberland County officials. More>>

    NC WEATHER: Cloudy and cooler today, rain possible late

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    If you thought the weekend wrapped up on a cool note, you'll be in for a surprise today as temperatures drop into the low 40s for afternoon highs.  Today however, looks to be the coolest day of the week as highs climb back into the 50s starting tomorrow.


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    Raleigh police seek public's help in solving year-old murder Video included

    The one-year anniversary of Terrance Rondell Bryant's murder is Dec. 7. The one-year anniversary of Terrance Rondell Bryant's murder is Dec. 7.
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    Raleigh police are asking the public for any information they may have in finding the killer of Terrance Rondell Bryant. Sunday marks the one-year anniversary of his murder. More>>

    Locally developed app makes reporting crime easier, anonymous Video included

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    Workers at a Cumberland County technology company hope a new app they developed will help the community speak up when it comes to crime.

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    NEW DETAILS: Two confirmed dead, person of interest named in Carolina Beach fires Video included

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    Officials announced that Marshall Doran, 22, of Kure Beach is being charged with attempted first degree burglary. He is a person of interest in the three Carolina Beach fires that happened early Saturday morning. More>>

    Taylor Swift, Ferguson protestors on Time's Person of the Year shortlist

    Demonstrators protest the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown by a Ferguson police officer. (NBC) Demonstrators protest the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown by a Ferguson police officer. (NBC)
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    Few lists are likely to contain a combination of individuals like Taylor Swift, Vladimir Putin, the protesters in Ferguson and Apple CEO Tim Cook.
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    Arizona firm to run Fayetteville red light cameras

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    Fayetteville has selected an Arizona company to run the red light cameras the city plans to reinstall next year. More>>

    More than 200 firefighters battle massive L.A. fire Video included

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    A massive fire that started early Monday morning in downtown Los Angeles could be seen for miles and shut down sections of two major freeways, according to the Los Angeles Times. More>>

    Duke, NC State, UNC accept bowl bids Video included

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    N.C. State is heading to the St. Pete Bitcoin Bowl, UNC will play in the Quick Lane Bowl and Duke is going to the Sun Bowl. More>>

    Original Carolina Ale House location set to close at the end of December

    The new Carolina Ale House location under construction November 2014. Photo: Leo Suarez/DTRaleigh.com The new Carolina Ale House location under construction November 2014. Photo: Leo Suarez/DTRaleigh.com
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    The original Carolina Ale House location on Creekside Drive will close at the end of December and move to a new building in January 2015, it was announced Sunday. More>>

    Nor'easter flooding closes NC 12 north of Rodanthe

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    The only road connecting Hatteras Island to the mainland has been closed after a storm pushed water onto the road. More>>

    Phase 2 of Fortify project starting in January

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    The Fortify project will be entering its second phase in January.  More>>

    Granville Co. girl dies after being hit by car

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    A 17-year-old girl died after being hit by a car Saturday night in Granville County, authorities said. More>>

    Bridge back open in Wake Forest after car crashes through guardrail

    The Town of Wake Forest said a car crashed through a guardrail on Forestville Road. (Town of Wake Forest) The Town of Wake Forest said a car crashed through a guardrail on Forestville Road. (Town of Wake Forest)
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    A portion of Forestville Road in Wake Forest is back open after a car crashed through a bridge's guardrail on Sunday. More>>

    Dr. Campbell: Flu strains may not be covered by current vaccine Video included

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    Flu season is upon is. Flu typically lasts from October through May and peaks from December through March. The flu shot is developed each year based on a “best guess” of what the most prominent strains will be each year. This year, it has become apparent that there are some active strains that are causing flu that the current vaccine does not protect against.

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    Open houses being held for 2 NC probation centers

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    Recently closed North Carolina state prisons are re-opening as centers designed to give intense assistance to probation violators as another alternative to avoid returns to hard time behind bars. More>>

    US says it was unaware of SAfrican hostage talks

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    A top U.S. diplomat says the United States did not know about talks on the reportedly imminent release of a South African hostage who died in a U.S. raid on al-Qaida militants in Yemen. More>>

    Economists forecast fast growth in 2015

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    The U.S. economy, helped by a stronger job market and falling oil prices, should enjoy the fastest economic growth in a decade next year, according to a panel of top business economists. More>>

    3 dead in crash after vehicle strikes, kills bear

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    A motorist's vehicle struck and killed a black bear on a road in the Florida Everglades and three others from another vehicle who had gotten out to help the woman where then struck and killed by a third vehicle, police... More>>

    Child, 2, killed in Mount Airy house fire

    Fire fighters respond to a fatal fire in Mount Airy. (WXII) Fire fighters respond to a fatal fire in Mount Airy. (WXII)
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    A 2-year-old was killed late Sunday afternoon in a house fire in Mount Airy. More>>

    3 dead, 10 treated after ingesting cocaine mixture in Chatham Co. Video included

    Fentanyl is used to treat chronic pain. Fentanyl is used to treat chronic pain.
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    Chatham County authorities said cocaine usage is to blame for the deaths of three people and the hospitalization of six more Saturday morning. More>>

    Syria says Israeli airstrikes hit near Damascus

    Israeli warplanes bombed two areas near Damascus on Sunday, striking near the city's international airport as well as outside a town close to the Lebanese border, the Syrian military said. More>>

    Arrests were 'excessive,' Durham protester says Video included

    A protester kneels before Durham police officers in riot gear. A protester kneels before Durham police officers in riot gear.
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    Adrienne Harreveld, 21, said she was thrown to the ground and arrested after she asked for an officer's badge number.
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    • More than 200 firefighters battle massive L.A. fire

      More than 200 firefighters battle massive L.A. fire

      Monday, December 8 2014 8:09 AM EST2014-12-08 13:09:03 GMT
      A massive fire that started early Monday morning in downtown Los Angeles could be seen for miles and shut down sections of two major freeways, according to the Los Angeles Times.
      A massive fire that started early Monday morning in downtown Los Angeles could be seen for miles and shut down sections of two major freeways, according to the Los Angeles Times.
    • Taylor Swift, Ferguson protestors on Time's Person of the Year shortlist

      Taylor Swift, Ferguson protestors on Time's Person of the Year shortlist

      Monday, December 8 2014 8:04 AM EST2014-12-08 13:04:47 GMT
      Demonstrators protest the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown by a Ferguson police officer. (NBC)Demonstrators protest the shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown by a Ferguson police officer. (NBC)
      Few lists are likely to contain a combination of individuals like Taylor Swift, Vladimir Putin, the protesters in Ferguson and Apple CEO Tim Cook.
      Few lists are likely to contain a combination of individuals like Taylor Swift, Vladimir Putin, the protesters in Ferguson and Apple CEO Tim Cook.
    • US says it was unaware of SAfrican hostage talks

      US says it was unaware of SAfrican hostage talks

      Monday, December 8 2014 3:44 AM EST2014-12-08 08:44:15 GMT
      A top U.S. diplomat says the United States did not know about talks on the reportedly imminent release of a South African hostage who died in a U.S. raid on al-Qaida militants in Yemen.
      A top U.S. diplomat says the United States did not know about talks on the reportedly imminent release of a South African hostage who died in a U.S. raid on al-Qaida militants in Yemen.
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    • Rare conjoined twins born at Atlanta hospital

      Rare conjoined twins born at Atlanta hospital

      Thursday, December 4 2014 4:43 PM EST2014-12-04 21:43:30 GMT
      Robin Hamby and her conjoined twins Asa and Eli. (Courtesy: Facebook / Hamby family)Robin Hamby and her conjoined twins Asa and Eli. (Courtesy: Facebook / Hamby family)
      Two baby boys sharing the same body entered the world Thursday morning. The conjoined twins were born to Michael and Robin Hamby of Alabama at 7:32 a.m. at Northside Hospital in Atlanta.
      Two baby boys sharing the same body entered the world Thursday morning. The conjoined twins were born to Michael and Robin Hamby of Alabama at 7:32 a.m. at Northside Hospital in Atlanta.
    • KY woman's mugshot goes viral after T-shirt matches crime

      KY woman's mugshot goes viral after T-shirt matches crime

      Monday, November 10 2014 11:53 AM EST2014-11-10 16:53:00 GMT
      Deborah Asher (Source: Laurel Co. Sheriff's Office)Deborah Asher (Source: Laurel Co. Sheriff's Office)
      The woman, 37-year-old Deborah Asher, was arrested last week near London, Kentucky after deputies finished a drug investigation into Asher and a 57-year-old man.
      The woman, 37-year-old Deborah Asher, was arrested last week near London, Kentucky after deputies finished a drug investigation into Asher and a 57-year-old man.
    • Medal of Honor recipient posts tweet about ISIS

      Medal of Honor recipient posts tweet about ISIS

      Friday, December 5 2014 12:57 AM EST2014-12-05 05:57:03 GMT
      The FBI is warning military service members to be careful on social media in light of recent threats from ISIS. But one Kentucky Marine used Twitter to share a message about the violent extremists.
      The FBI is warning military service members to be careful on social media in light of recent threats from ISIS. But one Kentucky Marine used Twitter to share a message about the violent extremists.
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      "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" - John Lennon
      8%
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      "All I Want for Christmas Is You" - Mariah Carey
      23%
      10 votes
      "Do They Know It's Christmas?" - Band Aid
      7%
      3 votes
      "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" - Elmo and Patsy
      5%
      2 votes
      "Merry Christmas, Darling" - The Carpenters
      5%
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      "Last Christmas" - Wham!
      5%
      2 votes
      "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" - 'N Sync
      2%
      1 vote
      "Christmas in Dixie" - Alabama
      20%
      9 votes
      "Wonderful Christmastime" - Paul McCartney
      5%
      2 votes
      "Santa Claus is Coming To Town" - Bruce Springsteen
      20%
      9 votes
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