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Metal rustlers target storm drains

Fri, 16 May 2008 22:17:14 -0400

Throughout the state, thieves have been taking storm drain covers, made of metals that can net them $30 to $80 in quick cash.

State lawmaker calls for gas tax holiday

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:48:38 -0400

Presidential candidates have debated temporarily suspending the federal gas tax. Now, state lawmakers are looking at a gas tax holiday this summer.

Sand sculptors, puppeteers ready Raleigh for Artsplosure

Fri, 16 May 2008 22:29:25 -0400

Artsplosure, a free outdoor event featuring artists' booths and musical performances, will be held rain or shine this weekend.

Red tape forcing man to give up pet bobcat

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:44:32 -0400

North Carolina wildlife officials say a Lenoir County man must surrender his cat, because its species is native to the state. There's no state law, however, governing exotic animals.

911 caller: 'I think this baby's dead'

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:01:49 -0400

A 911 call released Friday reveals a neighbor trying to perform CPR on an unconscious toddler. The man said to be the 2-year-old's mother's boyfriend is charged with murder.