How a train conductor saved a graduate student from potential danger
On this week's My Unsung Hero, Ellen Wyoming DeLoy tells the story of a train conductor who saved her from potential danger.
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Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputations
Consumers in possession of the coolers are urged to stop using them immediately — and contact Igloo for a free replacement handle.
Greensboro City Council approve second phase of Randleman Road corridor plan
The Greensboro City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved the second phase of a plan to revitalize the Randleman Road Corridor. The vote that aims to improve living conditions in the area comes after two recent violent incidents.
Worried about your drink getting spiked? Here are some safety tips
It's September, and many college students are arriving on campus for the first time. This exciting new chapter can have a darker side: College students are considered a high-risk group for drugging.
UNCSA commits to environment of 'safety and trust' after multimillion-dollar sexual assault lawsuit settlement
UNC School of the Arts teacher Evan Richey and Chancellor Brian Cole reflect on the school's recent $12.5 million lawsuit settlement with alumni victims of sexual assault.
Oh dear! Baby gear! Why are the manuals so unclear?
Sure, new parents are an anxious lot. But instruction manuals for devices meant to keep the baby safe and healthy are daunting and add to the anxiety. Why are they so confusing?
Expert raises concerns about changes to NC teen driving rules
A North Carolina driving safety expert is raising concerns about a new state law that will soon permanently shorten the amount of time teenagers must wait before driving unsupervised.
Upset Ohio town residents seek answers over train derailment
Hundreds of worried people gathered to hear state officials tell them that testing so far has shown local air is safe to breathe and to promise that safety testing of the air and water would continue.
Guilford County Schools officials prioritize physical and mental safety of students
As the Guilford County School district prepares for the upcoming school year, officials say safety is the top priority.
More than 90,000 hoverboards sold in the U.S. are being recalled over safety concerns
A software glitch can send power to the device's motor even when the rider is not actively engaging the hoverboard.