The alert was issued Monday for 76-year-old Willie Junior Poole.

<b>DURHAM, N.C.</b> — A Durham man who was the subject of a Silver Alert was found safe Tuesday morning, Durham police said.

Willie Junior Poole, 76, was found near an apartment complex at 219 South Alston Ave. He was being checked by EMS around 11 a.m.

Durham Police spokeswoman Kammie Michael said the man who found Poole had seen his photo on the news and recognized him.

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To those who've known State Auditor Beth Wood, her hit-and-run charge -- and slow response -- stands in contrast to the reputation she's built as one of North Carolina's most respected politicians.

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On Jan. 20, the NC Alcoholic Law Enforcement (ALE) coordinated a joint operation to address criminal activity in and around ABC-permitted establishments in Johnston County, resulting in 31 arrests.

ALE joint operation leads to 31 arrests in Johnston County

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The search continued Saturday in the North Myrtle Beach area for a boater not seen in over two days.

Search continues for missing boater in North Myrtle Beach area

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Greensboro police have identified one of the victims from a shooting at a nightclub overnight.

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Dean Baldwin is a passionate music fan and enjoys styles ranging from classical to classic rock. He and his wife, Marie, played in a cover band in the Triangle area after moving here in 1999.

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

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The number of people interested in self-defense classes caused the Garner Police Department to add more classes to help meet the community's demand.

Garner Police Department offers self-defense classes

Bowie is a lab mix, just under 2 years old. He is already house trained and gets along with other dogs. He loves car rides and gives the best cuddles and kisses. To learn more about adopting Bowie, visit pawsforlifenc.org.

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Trent Lott Academy in Jackson County has a new friend prancing the halls -- and he has four legs. Ansley Brent went to Pascagoula to meet the certified good boy, Zeke.

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Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting at a multimillion dollar short-term rental home in an upscale Los Angeles neighborhood early Saturday, police said.

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The number of people interested in self-defense classes overwhelmed the Garner Police Department, so they've added more classes to help meet the community's demand.

Garner Police Department offers self-defense classes, adds more due to increasing demand

Fayetteville police conducted a prostitution sting at a motel along Skibo Road, leading to nine arrests for the solicitation of prostitution.

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