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Former state senator’s wife finds jail escapee sleeping in her car

Marie Steinburg, wife of former State Senator Bob Steinburg, says the man woke up when she unlocked her car. ... Continue Reading
Airbus takes over Spirit AeroSystems in Kinston

Airbus takes over Spirit AeroSystems in Kinston

A deal between two rival aerospace companies, Airbus and Boeing, has led to both firms splitting their acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, a major manufacturer. ... Continue Reading
POLICE: ECU student arrested after stealing sword and Jesus statue from frat house

POLICE: ECU student arrested after stealing sword and Jesus statue from frat house

Greenville police have charged Damola Akindele with burglary after they say he broke into the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity house on Tuesday. ... Continue Reading
POLICE: Man arrested after stealing sword and Jesus statue from frat house

POLICE: Man arrested after stealing sword and Jesus statue from frat house

Greenville police have charged Damola Akindele with burglary after they say he broke into the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity house on Tuesday. ... Continue Reading
ECU Football loses both coordinators, OC John David Baker & DC Josh Aldridge

ECU Football loses both coordinators, OC John David Baker & DC Josh Aldridge

JDB is headed back to be Ole Miss' OC, while Aldridge will be the DC of in-conference opponent USF. ... Continue Reading
Winter weather worries lead to closures and delays for ENC schools Tuesday

Winter weather worries lead to closures and delays for ENC schools Tuesday

This comes as many school systems had delays or closings due to weather concerns Monday. ... Continue Reading
March Hometown Hero: Arjenae Jones Williams

March Hometown Hero: Arjenae Jones Williams

A woman whose mission is to make everyone feel like they are something to somebody. ... Continue Reading

UPDATE: Missing pregnant woman in Pitt County found safe

Deputies say 31-year-old Alexis Corey was found today after being reported missing overnight. ... Continue Reading

Couple charged with safecracking in Craven County

Deputies identified Randy Boyce Jr. and Richelle Adams as the suspects in the theft. ... Continue Reading

Roads appear clear in Martin County, but black ice possible

The roads in Williamston looked clear and safe to drive through this morning despite yesterday’s precipitation. ... Continue Reading

Pitt County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing pregnant woman

Deputies say 31-year-old Alexis Corey was last seen yesterday. ... Continue Reading
Martin County towing companies remain ready for rise in calls as snow arrives

Martin County towing companies remain ready for rise in calls as snow arrives

A tow truck company WITN spoke with said they'd already gotten a few calls and were remaining alert as temperatures were set to dip overnight. ... Continue Reading
Greenville City Council swears in new members

Greenville City Council swears in new members

Greenville residents can expect to see new faces in city leadership after new members were sworn in to the council Monday night. ... Continue Reading
Mrs. Claus visits Marines and Sailors in Cherry Point

Mrs. Claus visits Marines and Sailors in Cherry Point

Many service members stationed away from their families feel lonely during the holidays. A visit from Mrs. Claus on Monday aimed to uplift morale and create a sense of family among them. ... Continue Reading
Duplin Co. Toys for Tots asks for help with donations for nearly 400 families

Duplin Co. Toys for Tots asks for help with donations for nearly 400 families

A Toys for Tots program is asking for community help after falling short of donation goals needed to serve hundreds of families this Christmas season. ... Continue Reading
ECU AD Jon Gilbert calls for schedule change to save future bowl seasons

ECU AD Jon Gilbert calls for schedule change to save future bowl seasons

Says moving the transfer portal to March would improve the situation. ... Continue Reading
Greenville hit-and-run victim speaks out after crosswalk crash

Greenville hit-and-run victim speaks out after crosswalk crash

A man who was the victim of a hit-and-run at a crosswalk in Greenville said he wants the woman responsible for the wreck to be held accountable. ... Continue Reading
Manteo man arrested after traffic stop turns up cocaine

Manteo man arrested after traffic stop turns up cocaine

Ediberto Silva was charged with possession of cocaine, driving while impaired, no operator’s license, and an open alcohol container. ... Continue Reading
Gov. Stein warns drivers of winter road conditions

Gov. Stein warns drivers of winter road conditions

Ongoing precipitation over western N.C. will persist throughout today, and moisture has spread eastward, transitioning to snow in certain northern regions. Precipitation is expected to stop early this evening. ... Continue Reading
State fines Duplin Co. Animal Shelter for multiple violations

State fines Duplin Co. Animal Shelter for multiple violations

Inspectors say they checked an enclosure containing two kittens and found a dry water bowl. They say one kitten was found dead, and the other, which was then provided with water, drank for three consecutive minutes. ... Continue Reading

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