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States push laws to require paid sick days
States push laws to require paid sick days

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) - A number of states are looking at making paid sick days a standard benefit that comes with a job.

08/20/08 4:56 AM

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Assignment Education

Local School Systems Ranked by John Locke Foundation; Some Systems Fare Well

The grades are in and one school system here in the east is sitting near the front of the class.

Beaufort County Superintendent Returns to Work

A school superintendent side lined by health problems is headed back to work.

Students Opt to Transfer from Schools

We first told you earlier this month, 10 schools in Pitt County did not meet adequate yearly progress standards under the “No Child Left Behind” act multiple years in a row.

Back To School Safety

Thousands of kids in the east are heading back to school and some are already in the classrooms, but it’s never too early or late to make sure your kids are safe.

Texas governor: I’m OK with gun-toting teachers

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Texas Governor Rick Perry is indicating he’s OK with a school district’s decision to allow teachers and staff to carry guns in the classroom.

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Consumer Watch

Tax Turmoil: NC Law Says Office Doesn’t Have to Send Notices

How would you feel if you never received a bill for eight years from a company, only to be hit with interest charges and penalties years later?

GUC Proposed Rise in Water/Sewer Fees

GUC says the rising price of construction of facilities, fuel, and materials are the reason for the increase.

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Airlines respond to Tropical Storm Fay by letting passengers adjust flights.

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Crime Tracker

Jury Selected in Case Against Donovan Williams

Pitt County Assistant DA Glenn Perry says the trial for Donovan Williams will resume tomorrow as evidence was heard today. 

Authorities charge 7 women for soliciting sex on Craigslist

A website well known in the east, may be offering more than just jobs and classified ads.  It’s being used to sell sex.

Indiana Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested In New Bern

A woman wanted for a bank robbery in Muncie, Indiana, was apprehended this morning in New Bern.

Three arrested in Kinston shooting

Three arrests have been announced in the shooting of Valdino Carr that occurred on July 27th in Kinston.

Two Arrests Made In Hit And Run

Two people have been arrested for a fatal hit and run that took place near the intersection of Neuse and Martin Luther King boulevards Sunday.  Reece SMITH, Jr., a 72 year old man from Grantbsoro, died in the incident.

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Health Report

States push laws to require paid sick days

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) - A number of states are looking at making paid sick days a standard benefit that comes with a job.

Health Minute

A special medical program is designed to protect a young athlete’s heartbeat.

California fines 18 hospitals for shoddy care

LOS ANGELES (AP)- California has fined 18 hospitals for state health code violations, including some that resulted in patient deaths. Mishaps included an improperly inserted tube and a ventilator that wasn’t turned on.

FDA reports new deaths with diabetes drug Byetta

WASHINGTON (AP) - If you are taking a widely-used diabetes drug named Byetta, the government wants you to know about some risks.

Chewing Gum-Surgery

CHICAGO (AP) - British researchers say chewing gum and recovering from surgery at the same time isn’t only possible, it’s a great idea.

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Just Delete It

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In this week’s edition we explore whether Tyson Foods is really trying to get rid of the Labor Day holiday.

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In this week’s edition we look at whether Senator Barack Obama snubbed the troops and if he removed the American flag from his plane.

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In this week's Just Delete It, an e-mail we first featured in April is making it's way back into your inbox.

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This week we take a look at another variation on the "Economic Stimulus" e-mail.

Just Delete It!

It's an e-mail that promises big winnings in exchange for your personal information.

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What you need to know about the February 17, 2009 switch to DTV Digital TV

By law, television stations nationwide must switch from the old method of transmitting TV signals known as analog to digital television (DTV) on February 17, 2009. Learn how to prepare for DTV

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