More than a dozen former employees say understaffing at Brynn Marr Hospital contributes to what they describe as a dangerous place for patients and employees. Hospital officials say allegations of violence, sexual assaults, overmedication and lack of mental health therapy are unfounded.

Former employees say short-staffed NC psych hospital rife with violence, abuse

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It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

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<b>RALEIGH, N.C.</b> — A Raleigh woman who told a judge she killed her husband is expected to learn her punishment Wednesday.

Teresa Clawson recently pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. Clawson stabbed her husband, Bruce, at least eight times in their home in April. She did not say why.

At a sentencing hearing Wednesday morning, the judge heard evidence about the couple's 20-year marriage. Friends said it was plagued by domestic violence.

Bruce Clawson had a long criminal history, which includes assault and battery.

Teresa Clawson could face up to 40 years in prison.

Woman Who Admitted Stabbing Husband To Learn Punishment

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Former employees of Jacksonville's Brynn Marr Hospital allege that the facility engaged in patient record falsification and insurance manipulation. Their accounts appear to mirror past issues with the hospital's parent company, Universal Health Services, documented in several lawsuits.

Former NC psych hospital staff allege they were told to falsify patient records

NEW YORK (AP) — Vincent Trocheck scored a power-play goal off a rebound at 7:24 of the second overtime to give the New York Rangers a 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night and a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series.

Trocheck's power-play goal lifts Rangers to 4-3 win over Hurricanes in 2OT for 2-0 series lead

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Protesters gathered Tuesday night in Moore Square, calling on the Israeli government to end its invasion of Rafah in Gaza and an end to hostilities between Israel and Hamas. The protesters gathered just after 6 p.m. at the park and began marching down East Hargett Street just after 7 p.m. Those in attendance say they will continue their protests while the war continues.

'Not going to stop': Protesters march in Raleigh, calling for ceasefire in Gaza

Pro-Palestinian protesters

Police arrested two men Tuesday who they said are responsible for a string of burglaries in Cary. According to the Cary Police Department, the department has been investigating a string of break-ins since January. 

Durham men arrested, charged with string of Cary burglaries, police say

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Wake County Public School System Superintendent Robert Taylor and Wake County School Board members discussed the county's budget proposal for the district for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting comes one day after Wake County Commissioners proposed a $49 million increase in funding for the next fiscal year.

Wake superintendent, school board discuss county's budget proposal

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Former Carolina Hurricane Vincent Trocheck scored the game winning goal on a power play nearly eight minutes into the second overtime, 4-3 the final.

Canes lose Game 2 against Rangers in double overtime

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A look around golf's mecca will show some of the economic benefits the U.S. Open will bring to Moore County. Tons of fans will flock to the Sandhills and generate a boost for the area.

Excitement surrounds historic Pinehurst No. 2 course ahead of 2024 U.S. Open

Pinehurst No. 2 ready for US Open coming to town

A settlement being discussed in an antitrust lawsuit against the NCAA and major college conferences could cost billions and pave the way for a compensation model for college athletes.

Paying college athletes appears closer than ever. How could it work and what stands in the way?

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Both of the Triangle's professional soccer teams will compete in the all-star The Soccer Tournament (TST) coming in June to WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary.