Icy patches produce wrecks, lane closures on Triangle roadways

Although C.J. Leslie's performance during NC State's 84-76 win over Duke will likely get much of the attention on Tobacco Road in the coming days, a post-game assist by Leslie and others that helped keep a

Although C.J. Leslie's performance during NC State's 84-76 win over Duke will likely get much of the attention on Tobacco Road in the coming days, a post-game assist by Leslie and others that helped keep a

Although C.J. Leslie's performance during NC State's 84-76 win over Duke will likely get much of the attention on Tobacco Road in the coming days, a post-game assist by Leslie and others that helped keep a

The North Carolina Court of Appeals on Monday ruled that Michael McAdoo had no standing to sue the University of North Carolina and the NCAA over his dismissal in 2011 from the Tar Heel football team.

What happened to the Wolfpack in Wedensday's 51-50 loss to Maryland? Also, can Manti Te'o repair his image after Deadspin's report on his fake girlfriend.

Icy patches produce wrecks, lane closures on Triangle roadways

CARACAS, Venezuela — In a country riven by political strife, Venezuela's military often has served as the arbiter of power. It has launched coups and frustrated them and dispatched soldiers to guarantee stability, distributing food, fighting crime and

Raleigh, N.C. — A scattering of snow capped a dreary week in central North Carolina, but the sun will make a return for the weekend, WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner said. Both Saturday and Sunday should see high temperatures in the 50s under

Raleigh, N.C. — A scattering of snow capped a dreary week in central North Carolina, but the sun will make a return for the weekend, WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner said. Both Saturday and Sunday should see high temperatures in the 50s under

NC State couldn't maintain the comeback over Maryland, falling 51-50 in College Park.

Raleigh, N.C. — The number of building permits issued in Wake County last year was up for the second year in a row, indicating a sign of growth in the local economy. About 5,500 permits for new homes were issued in 2012 – quite a bit more than the

Senate Dems hesitant on Obama gun control plan

(WireImage). Even before President Barack Obama laid out his gun control proposals Wednesday, calling on Congress to act as well as signing executive orders, several states responded by saying they would try to block the enforcement of any measures.

President Obama's gun-control package was always going to be a tough sell in the Republican-led House -- but the plan is already running into resistance, or at least hesitation, from moderate Democrats in the Senate. The lukewarm response in the Senate

For J. Robert Hayes, a competitive shooter and owner of The Gun Shop in El Centro, business is booming. “Look at my case,” he said, gesturing at a display case that was nearly empty. “These racks are normally full,” he said, pointing at a rack behind

WASHINGTON -- In a bold and potentially historic attempt to stem the increase in mass gun violence, President Barack Obama unveiled on Wednesday the most sweeping effort at gun control policy reform in a generation.

The uniformity of the Jewish response since Obama unveiled his proposals on Wednesday stood in contrast to Republican opposition to many of his proposals, including a ban on assault weapons and tighter background checks on gun purchasers.

Chief Keef Sentenced to 60 Days for Probation Violation

CHICAGO -- Chicago rapper Chief Keef has been taken into custody after a juvenile court judge decided a video of him firing a semiautomatic rifle at a New York gun range was a violation of probation. The artist, real name

It's been a rough week for Chief Keef, and it just got worse. The teenage rapper was sentenced this week to 60 days in juvenile detention for a parole violation, thanks to a viral video involving some gun play. Chief Keef, government name Keith Cozart

The Chicago rapper Chief Keef was visibly shaken and pleaded for leniency when he was sentenced to 60 days in juvenile detention on Thursday.

Just two days after Chief Keef, the 17-year-old rapper from Chicago's South Side, was taken into custody, for having violated his probation, by a Cook County judge on Jan. 15, he's been sentenced to two months in a juvenile detention center! Complex

A member of Chief Keef's management team has revealed that the controversial 17-year-old rapper has been sentenced to two months at the Illinois Youth Center in St. Charles, Ill., for violating probation. "We would have preferred for him not to have to

Class is in session

Marc Trestman became the 14th head coach in Chicago Bears history Wednesday morning, but who the heck is Marc Trestman? Trestman is an offensive genius, having spent over 22 years in the coaching business in both

New Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has started the process of cutting ties with the old coaching staff by letting go offensive coordinator Mike Tice, receivers coach Darryl Drake, offensive line coach Tim Holt, linebackers coach Bob Babic

What they're saying: "With us, he was very hands-on. He knew everything that was going on with the offense. He was very detailed-oriented," former Montreal and Bears running back Garrett Wolfe on Trestman. Copyright © 2013 Chicago Tribune Company,

Marc Trestman insisted he has one of the best jobs in sports now that he is the Chicago Bears' head coach, and he can't wait to work with quarterback Jay Cutler. He also emphasized the sense of urgency. "This is clearly a franchise that has the highest

New Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has started the process of cutting ties with the old coaching staff by letting go offensive coordinator Mike Tice, receivers coach Darryl Drake, offensive line coach Tim Holt, linebackers coach Bob Babic

Livestrong, Others React to Lance Armstrong Interview With Oprah Winfrey

Author of Lance Armstrong book "Seven Deadly Sins" David Walsh @DavidWalshST: "First reaction is Oprah began the interview brilliantly with her series of 'yes or no' questions. It felt good to hear him admit to doping." U.S. Women's Soccer Team forward

Oprah Winfrey could have ended her interview with Lance Armstrong after four minutes or so, probably. At the beginning of her television event Thursday night, aired on her network, OWN, Armstrong swallowed hard, took a

The disgraced cyclist says he took a "cocktail" of performance-enhancing drugs because he had a "ruthless desire to win"

Jay Leno on Lance Armstrong and Congress (video). Posted by Sean Sullivan on January 18, 2013 at 9:59 am. Smaller Text Larger Text Text Size; Print · Reprints. Share: More ». Facebook · Twitter · StumbleUpon · Digg · Delicious. NBC's Jay Leno offered

AUSTIN, Texas -- Lance Armstrong ended a decade of denial by confessing to Oprah Winfrey that he used performance-enhancing drugs to win the Tour de France, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated

American Idol: Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey share airtime with contestants

"American Idol" rode a wave of bickering into Chicago. While the episode didn't spotlight the arguing and tension between new judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, it was still clearly there. Several confused contestants had to stand there and watch as

American Idol judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj feuded on American Idol after the rapper admitted she did not vote for an act because she was wearing the same colour eye shadow. And the drama left Keith Urban telling the women he felt like their

What is it about celebrity feuds -- especially diva feuds -- that quickens the pulse, sells the record, pops the rating? As "American Idol" returned this week -- with Fox executives predicting an escalation in hostilities between Nicki Minaj and Mariah

The competition on Part 2 of American Idol's Season 12 Premiere turned fierce for the females and guys are back in the game (as opposed to Day 1 of auditions)

"American Idol" rode a wave of bickering into Chicago. While the episode didn't spotlight the arguing and tension between new judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, it was still clearly there. Several confused contestants had to stand there and watch as

Chip Kelly got endorsement on Eagles from Andy Reid

One of our favorite moments of Chip Kelly's introductory press conference was his revelation that he'd spoken to Andy Reid during the course of this process and that the Eagles ex coach gave him a

From the blog Shutdown Corner: As initially reported by ESPN's Chris Mortensen, the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that they have agreed to terms with University of Oregon head coach Chip Kelly to become the 21st

From the blog Shutdown Corner: As initially reported by ESPN's Chris Mortensen, the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that they have agreed to terms with University of Oregon head coach Chip Kelly to become the 21st

Now that the Eagles have made their decision, all the players involved the coaching search are opening up and talking about the process. That means some misconceptions and misreports are being

Chip Kelly, known for possessing strong leadership and one of the most innovative minds in football today, will be the new head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles - the 21st head coach in the franchise's history. Kelly - with his

Chip Kelly's real challenge will be fixing Eagles defense

For 14 years, Eagles coach Andy Reid had final say over the team's roster. Today, it's not clear who holds that power. New Eagles coach Chip Kelly was asked whether he has final say on Thursday, and he didn't answer the question directly. “My role

For 14 years, Eagles coach Andy Reid had final say over the team's roster. Today, it's not clear who holds that power. New Eagles coach Chip Kelly was asked whether he has final say on Thursday, and he didn't answer the question directly. “My role

Chip Kelly, known for possessing strong leadership and one of the most innovative minds in football today, will be the new head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles - the 21st head coach in the franchise's history. Kelly - with his

Chip Kelly was offered the Philadelphia Eagles head coaching job on Tuesday night. He accepted Wednesday morning at around 9 a.m. (ET). Still, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie wasn't completely confident he'd landed his new head coach until some two hours

There's a stereotype you'll hear about Chip Kelly -- before the man the Eagles just hired as their new coach ever puts the headset on for his first regular-season game -- and his quarterbacks running the football a lot. Don't believe it: He'll make his

Lance Armstrong's confession wins little applause

The disgraced cyclist says he took a "cocktail" of performance-enhancing drugs because he had a "ruthless desire to win"

“I view this situation as one big lie that I repeated a lot of times” is how Lance Armstrong neatly summed up the doping scandal that stripped him of his seven Tour de France titles and sank his career. And he made that confession to Oprah Winfrey on

Share your thoughts on the downfall of Lance Armstrong at CNN iReport, Facebook or Twitter. (CNN) -- Calling himself "deeply flawed," now-disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong says he used an array of performance enhancing drugs to win seven Tour de

The disgraced cyclist says he took a "cocktail" of performance-enhancing drugs because he had a "ruthless desire to win"

Lance Armstrong, formerly cycling's most decorated champion and considered one of America's greatest athletes, confessed to cheating for at least a decade, admitting on Thursday that he owed all seven of his Tour de France titles and the millions of

Stuart Scott announces cancer return on Twitter

ESPN anchor Stuart Scott announced on his Twitter that his cancer has returned. "Blessed by prayers..I'm back in the Fight. C reared its head again. Chemo evry 2 wks but I'll still work, still work outstill #LIVESTRONG," Scott

Anchor says he goes straight from chemo to P90X or MMA.

A few of the numerous catch-phrases from the University of North Carolina alumnus and ESPN commentator, Stuart Scott. In the past, he has gotten criticized for being “too hip” or talking in a “hip hop fashion.” Some people feel that he makes

Anchor says he goes straight from chemo to P90X or MMA.

Scott, who went to UNC, is a popular anchor for ESPN.

Stuart Scott announces cancer return on Twitter

Stuart Scott, who announced he had stomach cancer back in January of 2011, announced on Twitter today that his cancer had returned. For the man who once said to cancer, “Nah, dawg, I'm better. I'm stronger. You're not

STUART SCOTT of ESPN said yesterday that he will undergo chemotherapy to treat a recurrence of stomach cancer. “I'm back in the Fight. C reared its head again. Chemo evry 2 wks but I'll still work, still work out..still #LIVESTRONG,” the ESPN host, 47,

STUART SCOTT of ESPN said yesterday that he will undergo chemotherapy to treat a recurrence of stomach cancer. “I'm back in the Fight. C reared its head again. Chemo evry 2 wks but I'll still work, still work out..still #LIVESTRONG,” the ESPN host, 47,

Popular ESPN anchor Stuart Scott announced via Twitter on Monday night that he is battling cancer for the third time.

ESPN anchor Stuart Scott announced on his Twitter that his cancer has returned. "Blessed by prayers..I'm back in the Fight. C reared its head again. Chemo evry 2 wks but I'll still work, still work outstill #LIVESTRONG," Scott

'American Idol': Nicki Minaj And Mariah Carey Bring Bickering To Chicago, And ...

Nicki Minaj violated 1 of the 3 major rules of STEAKHOUSE ETIQUETTE when she asked for A.1. sauce inside Boa but she ain't the only meat sinner in our…

"American Idol" rode a wave of bickering into Chicago. While the episode didn't spotlight the arguing and tension between new judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, it was still clearly there. Several confused contestants had to stand there and watch as

As hyped, the diva judges argued over everything, starting with Minaj's hat.

The pink-haired singer and the mustachioed New York Times columnist discuss their take on globalization in our fictional chat series.

Nicki Minaj stopped by The Tonight Show with Jay Lenolast night, where she confirmed that her feud with fellow American Idol judge Mariah Carey defini.

Anna Kendrick 'pleasured' herself while watching Ryan Gosling's new flick

Anna Kendrick must have seen something she liked in the new film “Gangster Squad”, because she recently took to Twitter to complain about theater protocol when it comes to getting auto-erotic. The 27-year old has amassed

Anna Kendrick, Stacey Keibler, Julianne Hough and many other celebs came to Art of Elysium Gala sponsored by Ciroc Safe Ride Program. See pics HERE!

The “Pitch Perfect” star made a surprising confession on Monday after watching Gosling's new film “Gangster Squad.” “Ugh - NEVER going to a Ryan Gosling movie in a theater again. Apparently masturbating in the back row is still considered

You may know the incredibly cute Anna Kendrick from critically acclaimed films like Up in the Air and most recently Pitch Perfect. What you may not know is she has an absurdly hilarious twitter account that I spent the better

Anna Kendrick is mostly known for her flawless style and the likable characters she plays in movies, such as Twilight and Pitch Perfect. But on Jan. 14, she showed her humorous side on Twitter with a revealing message to

Lena Dunham at the Golden Globes 2013: When cool girls get it wrong

The Golden Globes ceremony is a party all on its own, but the real fun happens at the after parties, most of which take place at different sites at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Because the parties — including those thrown by HBO, Warner Bros./InStyle

The 2013 Golden Globes, hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, landed in Los Angeles on Sunday night, anointing new winners across television and cinema.

The Golden Globe winner for best screenplay shocked reporters with his word choice.

Lena Dunham (centre) in Zac Posen, with co-stars Zosia Mamet (left) and Allison Williams Photo: WireImage. When I wrote in this paper the other day that I wanted to thank all the stylists at the Golden Globes, I hadn't spotted this picture of Lena Dunham.

Browse the Golden Globes 2013: The Winners gallery on The Hollywood Reporter.

Why Sandy Hook Massacre Spawned Conspiracy Theories

The web is buzzing this morning as "American Idol"is back with a new set of judges, a wacky Sandy Hook Conspiracy is gaining steam and Google is honoring Frank Zamboni, the inventor of -- you guessed it -- the Zamboni. When American Idol returns for a

One of the heroes of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings last month has become the focus of conspiracy theorists claiming the massacre was a hoax. Gene Rosen, a Newtown, Conn. resident who lives near the school and took in six terrified

Conspiracy theories surrounding the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting reached a new level this week after a viral video exploded online. But is there anything to it?

The Algerian army has attacked the In Amenas gas installation in the Algerian desert where Islamist militants took a large number of hostages on Wednesday, including 41 Westerners and 7 Americans. At least six hostages and eight of the gunmen have been

The web is buzzing this morning as "American Idol"is back with a new set of judges, a wacky Sandy Hook Conspiracy is gaining steam and Google is honoring Frank Zamboni, the inventor of -- you guessed it -- the Zamboni. When American Idol returns for a

'Deeply flawed' Lance Armstrong admits using performance enhancing drugs

Summary. Lance Edward Armstrong is an American professional road racing cyclist who is best known for surviving testicular cancer and then winning the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times. He is also the

Lance Armstrong confessed to doping his way to seven Tour de France titles in a 90-minute interview with Oprah tonight. He said he started cheating in the mid-1990s, and took EPO, blood transfusions, and testosterone until

There are no excuses for the level of lying and deception that Armstrong has possibly committed on the people of the world. But he still helped out my friend at a crucial point in his life, like he has for many others in their

And now Lance Armstrong's televised cheating confession raises the question of whether, when it comes to fallen heroes, there's anything Americans won't forgive and forget. From Bill Clinton (again toast of the Democratic Party) to Charlie Sheen (again

Lance Armstrong just confessed EVERYTHING.Lance admitted it all during his Oprah interview -- saying he took banned substances to enhance his cycling…

Image Becomes a Puzzle as Theories on Te'o Swirl

Manti Te'o is telling friends he knew the truth about Lennay Kekua in early December but continued the lie for 20 days for the sake of his team.…

Amid the heart of Notre Dame, a stone's throw from Dillon Hall, the former residence of Manti Te'o, a group of males openly and loudly laugh as they walk, blurting out myths and perpetuating rumors surrounding the school's former star linebacker, who

The father of the man believed to be involved in the Manti Te'o hoax called the football player “an amazing role model” Thursday and asked the public to let him pursue his dreams without judgment. In a post on his Facebook page, Titus Tuiasosopo

The Manti Te'o not-really-dead-girlfriend hoax was perpetuated by a man named Ronaiah Tuiasosopo -- who served as a representative for the family of the…

7. By Tracy Connor, Staff Writer, NBC News. College football star Manti Te'o says he was the victim of a cruel hoax, an elaborate scheme in which he fell for an imaginary girlfriend named Lennay Kekua and mourned her when she died of leukemia. But he