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Federal program helping turn around low-achieving schools in N.C.

Educators at low-achieving schools across the country say they're now seeing a push in the right direction according to a new report by a national organization for urban schools. And one of those schools is in Guilford County.

Catholics still concerned with contraceptives mandate

Friday President Obama announced a compromise on the federal mandate requiring employers, even religious organizations, to provide contraceptives to workers who want them. Under the compromise, health insurers - not employers - will be required to offer and pay for women's' contraceptive care, including morning-after pills.

Friends remember teacher featured on Extreme Makeover

A school principal and close friend is remembering Tricia Creasey, the Lexington woman who's story was featured on an “Extreme Makeover Home Edition” show in 2010. The 39-year-old Creasey lost her six-and-a-half-year battle with colon cancer Thursday afternoon.

Energy assistance program out of funds

People who need help with their heating bills will have to find another source if they live in Davidson County. The Department of Social Services says it's almost out of Energy Assistance Funds.

High Point program offers free dental care

For a third year, dozens of people in need are getting a free trip to the dentist. Implant & General Dentistry held its annual Dentistry from the Heart program Friday. The office in High Point, welcomed around 70 patients for routine cleaning, and fillings or extractions, if necessary.

Dad teaches daughter a lesson by shooting laptop

Shooting a laptop. That's how an Albemarle father handled his daughter's complaints online about chores around the house. The man in the video, identified as Tommy Jordan, said he found his daughter's post on Facebook.

Racial Justice Act examined again by lawmakers

State lawmakers met to consider if changes need to be made to the state's Racial Justice Act. A previous attempt to repeal the act was vetoed by Governor Bev Perdue.

McIntyre to seek re-election to Congress

Congressman Mike McIntyre is reportedly running for re-election for his seat in Congress. McIntyre had considered a run for governor after Gov. Bev Perdue said she would not seek re-election. A Public Policy Polling poll had McIntyre facing an uphill battle for the Governor's Mansion if he ran for the Democratic nomination.

Woman in custody after man's body found in Randolph Co. home

Randolph County authorities have a woman in custody after finding a man's body at a home in Climax. It happened on Old Red Cross Road Friday evening. Authorities have not released a cause of death, but think his death may be tied to a domestic dispute.

RJ Reynolds artwork sale to benefit arts council

Hundreds of pieces of artwork from the RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company went on sale Friday. The Winston-Salem based company donated thousands of items earlier this year. Now the public has its chance to support the arts and walk away with a piece of RJR history.

Sleep deprivation and weight gain linked in new study

Some sleep sleep specialists are saying that getting just an hour less of sleep than recommended could lead to packing on some unwanted pounds. The new advice comes following the release of a study connecting the two, as well as lots of national attention being given to the issue.

Wake Forest looks to break losing streak vs. Clemson

Wake Forest will be back at home this weekend trying to end a five-game losing streak, coming off a 24 point loss to Virginia Wednesday night. Next up for the Deacs: Clemson, who is dealing with a three-game losing streak of their own.

Charlotte 49ers running for win at Homecoming

The Charlotte 49ers at home this weekend hosting Rhode Island, but as News 14 Carolina's Tim Baier reports maybe more importantly for the program, it's Homecoming which means a lot of names from years past will be back on campus.

NC State defeats Georgia Tech 61-52

C.J. Williams scored 15 points and North Carolina State avenged a loss to Georgia Tech last month, holding off the Yellow Jackets 61-52 Thursday night. The Wolfpack got a typically balanced scoring attack, with three other players in double figures. Kammeon Holsey had 17 points for Georgia Tech, which couldn't overcome 32 percent shooting, including 1-for-17 from 3-point range.

In Depth: Charlotte Hounds' midfielder Stephen Berger

Sport Night's Mike Solarte talks with Charlotte Hounds all-star midfielder Stephen Berger about the new major league lacrosse team starting play this season in the Queen City.

UNC Wilmington baseball starts season next week

With a 31-28 2011 season as motivation, the UNC Wilimington baseball team is using its preseason practices to learn from last year's mistakes. News 14 Carolina's Jason Lucas checks in with the Diamondhawks who are working toward different results this year.

Breaded chicken cutlets with an artichoke heart, black olive, sundried tomato and fresh mozzarella cheese salad

Chef Dan Eaton sautes breaded chicken cutlets and then serves those with a simple artichoke heart, sundried tomato, black olive and fresh mozzarella salad tossed with a little chopped romaine lettuce.

Sea scallops with Portobello mushrooms, bok choy and peppers with a ginger soy dressing

Chef Dan Eaton serves pan-seared sea scallops with an Asian style combination of sauteed Portobello mushrooms, baby bok choy and colorful sliced peppers all tossed with a sesame, soy and ginger dressing.

Winter Panzanella with butternut squash and brussel sprouts

A classic Italian bread salad, called "Panzanella" is usually made with fresh summer garden vegetables but Chef Dan Eaton makes a winter version with butternut squash and brussel sprouts.

Smoked ham crostini with sweet pea pesto and Dijon mustard

Chef Dan Eaton uses defrosted frozen sweet peas to make a simple pesto and then serves that on top of oven-toasted crostini with sliced smoked ham and dijon mustard. It's a super simple and tasty party appetizer.

Scammers play on the heartstrings on dating sites

Finding a partner on dating sites is becoming more and more common, but so are scams that prey on the lovelorn. News 14 Carolina's Asa Aarons filed the following Consumer Watch report.

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In Depth: Paul Thomas, North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival

One of the funniest comedians to hit the stage for the North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival is on our set first. News 14 Carolina's Marti Skold sits down with Paul Thomas for a few laughs.