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Etheridge explains his run for governor

Former Congressman Bob Etheridge is throwing his name into the ring for governor. Etheridge said at a press conference on Friday that his life's work has been about public education. He said he believes he will be a strong leader, which he said North Carolina needs.

Rex Healthcare promotes healthy eating with 'Fryless Fridays'

Rex Healthcare is serving up new options in their cafeteria to give their diners smarter, healthier choices. The days of fried foods will soon be a thing of the past. It is lunch time at Rex Healthcare, but the daily special is a little different this time around. For the next eight weeks the Courtyard Cafe will be home to Fryless Fridays. The restaurant is doing away with the greasy filled foods and transitioning into healthier options.

New tool aims to eliminate cervical cancer in N.C.

An online tool aims to eliminate cervical cancer in the Tar Heel State. The Cervical Cancer Free NC program at UNC Chapel Hill launched a free, directory that links women to county-specific information.

Obama announces jobs initiative for military veterans

Fayetteville resident Ronald Marrero started this year looking for a full-time job. As former military he's hoping that experience will help him find permanent work that will give him a sustainable income while he also takes classes.

Raleigh woman charged in murder-for-hire plot to stay in custody

A Raleigh school administrator, Nevine Elshiekh, 46, is accused of taking part in a murder for hire plot and will be held without bond until her trial. After listening to testimony from an FBI agent and the defendant's father, the judge made his decision to hold Elshiekh in custody.

Locals show how to throw Super Bowl party on a budget

Football fans say hosting a Super Bowl party on budget is tough, but it does not have to be. Local couponers Delly Mellor and Kim Fagin say with some pre-planning, a party can be thrown for pennies.

Norovirus experts at research campus prepare to tackle future outbreaks

The norovirus is still at outbreak status in eight North Carolina counties. Scientists at the North Carolina Research Campus say though the symptoms are very similar, the virus is not to be confused with the flu.

Susan G. Komen foundation to reinstate funding to Planned Parenthood

After mounting criticism over the past couple days, the Susan G. Komen foundation announced they will reinstate their funding to Planned Parenthood. The organization released a statement Friday apologizing for the initial withdrawal of the funding.

Fort Bragg soldier, wife in court on steroid-related charges

A Fort Bragg soldier and his wife made their first court appearances Friday on drug charges. Christopher Dwight Foust, 39, and Jennifer Ann Foust, 33, are charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver a Schedule III drug.

Fayetteville officer injured in early morning crash

A Fayetteville police officer suffered minor injuries after an accident Friday morning. The incident happened at the intersection of Bailey Lake Road and Strickland Bridge Road shortly before 4 a.m. Police say Officer Donnie Smith swerved to avoid a 1998 Toyota Corolla, ran off of the road and hit a tree head on.

National unemployment rate drops for fifth straight month

The national unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest point in three years. According to numbers released by the Labor Department Friday, the rate declined in January to 8.3 percent from 8.5 percent.

Rangers' Hamilton confirms alcohol relapse

Texas Rangers outfielder and recovering drug addict Josh Hamilton says he had a relapse and had "three or four" drinks earlier this week. Hamilton spoke Friday, confirming a report that he drank alcohol at a Dallas-area bar on Monday night. He said it was a "weak moment" and "it was just wrong."

Feds close doping investigation of Lance Armstrong

Federal prosecutors say they are closing a criminal investigation of Lance Armstrong and will not charge him over allegations the seven-time Tour de France winner used performance-enhancing drugs. In a press release, United States Attorney André Birotte Jr. says the case has been closed but didn't disclose the reason for the decision.

Ward's shutout completes Canes sweep of Bruins

Cam Ward made 47 saves, 22 in the first period and 20 in the third, Brandon Sutter had a goal and an assist, and the Carolina Hurricanes finished their first season-sweep of the Boston Bruins with a 3-0 victory on Thursday night. The Hurricanes, who won all four meetings with the Bruins, are 15-25-9 against the rest of the NHL and are last in the Eastern Conference.

Streaking UNC Greensboro beats The Citadel 82-71

Trevis Simpson scored 23 points as UNC Greensboro held off The Citadel 82-71 Thursday night to win its seventh straight game. The Spartans (9-14, 7-4 Southern Conference), who won their previous two contests in overtime, also defeated the Bulldogs 67-66 on Jan. 14.

Rivers leads No. 7 Duke past Virginia Tech, 75-60

Austin Rivers scored 18 points, Ryan Kelly had 15, and No. 7 Duke used a late first-half run to open a double-digit lead it never relinquished in a 75-60 victory against Virginia Tech on Thursday night. Kelly had seven points in the 13-2 spurt that helped the Blue Devils pull away.

Blackened pork sliders

Chef Dan Eaton uses pork tenderloin to make mini slider sandwiches that are perfect for a Super Bowl party!

Shrimp skewers with chorizo sausage, red pepper and pineapple

Chef Dan Eaton uses skewers to combine raw shrimp with a cured, Spanish style sausage called chorizo, adds some red pepper and pineapple chunks to the mix and then cooks them underneath the broiler.

Pita pockets with smoked turkey, jalapeno jack cheese and sundried tomato guacamole

Guacamole with chips for dipping is always popular at Super Bowl parties and Chef Dan Eaton shows you how to steal some of that guacamole and add some sundried tomatoes to it and then use it to make mini pita pocket sandwiches with smoked turkey and jalapeno jack cheese.

Vegetarian three bean chili

Chef Dan Eaton shows you how to make a party-friendly, vegetarian three bean chili and then serves it up with cornbread on the side. Although you could use just one large diced, deseeded green pepper, he uses a combination of yellow, red and orange peppers for a more vibrant color.

ET Movie Interview: 'Woman in Black'

"Harry Potter" star Daniel Radcliffe sat down with NY1's Neil Rosen to discuss his latest role in the ghost story "The Woman In Black," which opens in theaters this week.

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In Depth: Former NC Gov. Jim Hunt, Emerging Issues Forum

Next week is NC State's annual Emerging Issues Forum. It's a chance for minds from across the state and across the country to come together to discuss ways to move North Carolina forward. News 14 Carolina's Loretta Boniti sits down with former NC Gov. Jim Hunt about what to expect.