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Racial Justice hearing testimony centers around two studies

Testimony from a key witness for the prosecution continued Friday in the state's first-ever Racial Justice Act hearing. Convicted killer Marcus Robinson is trying to avoid the death penalty by convincing a judge racial bias played a role in his murder trial. Testimony from the first two weeks of the state's first Racial Justice Act hearing has centered around two studies.

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, family describe turmoil in Young's relationship during retrial testimony

More emotional testimony Friday in the retrial for Jason Young, the Raleigh man accused of killing his pregnant wife Michelle more than five years ago. The jury heard from Michelle's mother, who described the horror of finding out her daughter was dead. On Friday, friends and family of Michelle and Jason Young discussed intimate details of the couple's troubled relationship. They read excerpts from emails sent from Jason to Michelle.

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.

Mother-in-law tells of rocky relationship in Jason Young murder re-trial

The mother of murder victim Michelle Young took the stand in her son-in-law's murder re-trial Friday. Jason Young is being tried a second time for the murder of his pregnant wife in 2006. The judge in Young's first trial declared a mistrial when the jury deadlocked last summer.

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.

Full UNC Board of Governors approves tuition hike

The full Board of Governors voted Friday to approve a tuition hike for the 17 campuses in the UNC system. The committee approved the increase Thursday. The measure means in-state undergrads will pay nearly $500 more next year.

Traveling quilt honors those born with heart defects

A nationwide traveling quilt made a stop at Duke Children's Hospital to bring awareness to a special group of people. The patches honor people born with Congenital heart defects, a leading cause of infant death.

Obama proposes compromise on birth control

Democrats are deeply divided over President Barack Obama's new rule that religious schools and hospitals must provide insurance for free birth control to their employees. Facing intense pressure, the White House has indicated that it is trying to come up with a compromise. Obama announced Friday he directed the Health and Human Services Department to push the compromise through.

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.