The 1993 murder of Michael Jordan's dad James sparked international attention - but there's so much the world doesn't know about the case against Daniel Green

22 facts about the murder of Michael Jordan's dad

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Mitt Romney said in a video announcement Friday that he will run for the US Senate from Utah, setting out on a glide path to Washington where he will likely play a central role driving the direction of the fractious Republican Party.

<b>SALT LAKE CITY (CNN)</b> — Mitt Romney said in a video announcement Friday that he will run for the US Senate from Utah, setting out on a glide path to Washington where he will likely play a central role driving the direction of the fractious Republican Party.

"I have decided to run for United States Senate because I believe I can help bring Utah's values and Utah's lessons to Washington," he says in the clip.

Romney announces US Senate run

A Chatham County family says their dream home was built so poorly, they've been told by structural engineers it would be better to tear it down and rebuild rather than repair it.

Family fears home could collapse after county missed building code violations

Structure problems in the Muehlbachs' home

A man is in custody after barricading himself inside the Edgewood Bridge Apartments in Butner, leading to a standoff that lasted more than eight hours.

Standoff in Granville County ends after 8 hours; barricaded suspect taken into custody

Standoff with person barricade inside Granville Co. apartment ends after 8 hours

It will be another dreary start to your day Wednesday morning.

Scattered showers possible Wednesday morning before rain moves out

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According to City Manager Wanda Page, James Lyons faked his prior work history during his hiring process as the city's solid waste management director.

Durham City Manager: Department head fired after faking work history

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WASHINGTON — A bipartisan deal to suspend the federal debt ceiling advanced on Tuesday night toward a climactic House vote despite a rebellion by hard-right Republicans who said the party was squandering a chance to force fundamental changes in government spending.

GOP Revolts Over Debt Limit Deal as Bill Moves Toward a House Vote

Republicans in Revolt Over Debt Limit Deal as Bill Faces First Test

A standoff began Tuesday night in Butner at the Edgewood Bridge Apartments, where a man was barricaded inside an apartment for eight hours before being taken into custody. 

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Snakes are coming back into some people's yards. Falyn Owens with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission explains a few ways you can coexist with snakes.

How to deal with snakes in your yard

Experts: How to keep snakes out of your yard

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Caleb Love has two years of college eligibility remaining. After announcing he would leave North Carolina, he had initially committed to Michigan.

Former UNC guard Caleb Love to transfer to Arizona

Caleb Love

Kevin Johnson was 24 at the time of his arrest in 2007. He is fighting to have his conviction overturned.

Attorneys fight to dismiss conviction for man sentenced in 2007 shooting of Durham police officer

Kevin Johnson was 24 at the time of his arrest in November 2007. He is fighting to have his conviction overturned.

Jessica Price was hoping for a nice day out in the sun Monday, what she got was two snakes mating in her backyard.

Slithering surprise: Woman discovers copperheads mating near dogs

Two copperheads mating

Authorities said the suspect ran after wrecking the stolen vehicle.

Multi-county car chase exceeding 100 mph ends in Durham County, authorities searching for suspect

Wreck at Horton Road and Hillandale Road

A biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission shares ways you can safely deal with snakes around your yard this summer.