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(WGHP) — Stafford Braxton is used to being the man behind the camera. Yet what Braxton has become known for, especially this time of year, has thrust him into the spotlight. The seasoned photographer realized that when it came to photos with Santa, many families wanted a different experience. “I was working at a mall...

ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. — The Alamance County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Division arrested 16 people after a months-long investigation into illegal drug activity in Alamance County. The sheriff's office said the investigation focused on identifying and disrupting organized drug operations that threaten public...

BURLINGTON, N.C. — A Burlington man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he stole vehicles and equipment from the Burlington Shrine Club and attempted to sell some of the items online. According to the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office, detectives were called Friday, Dec. 5, to investigate a...

FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man was convicted of murder and robbery and sentenced to two life sentences, according to the office of Forsyth County District Attorney James O’Neill. A Forsyth County jury convicted Michael Christopher Thompson, 50, after a week-long trial of: Thompson was also convicted of being a...

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — One person was taken to the hospital on Monday after a reported shooting at a Greensboro McDonald’s, according to a Greensboro Police Department news release. At 4:55 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive when they were told about a gun being fired. One...

As Arctic air comes to central North Carolina, the National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory for Sunday night. The advisory will be in effect from Sunday at 6 p.m. to Monday at 9 a.m. The NWS forecasts overnight low temperatures in the teens, with the wind chill as low as 4 degrees. Temperatures...

With temperatures expected to plummet across the Southeast, heating systems will be working harder – and using more energy. Piedmont Natural Gas reminds customers of tips, tools and assistance programs that can help them manage seasonal energy bills and stay comfortable. Tips to Save Energy and Money Without...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Greensboro police on Monday announced the conclusion of a three-year partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice, an effort officials say contributed to a sharp decline in homicides in the city. Through the Justice Department’s National Public Safety Partnership, homicides in Greensboro fell...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Tuesday's stabbing at North Forsyth reignited the debate over cellphone usage in schools. Today, several parents who have students enrolled in Guilford County Schools gave their opinion on the matter. A common concern quickly emerged: cellphones are one of the biggest disruptions to classroom...

BURLINGTON, N.C. — A structure fire caused tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage in Burlington on Sunday afternoon, according to the Burlington Fire Department (BFD). According to firefighters, a hot ember escaped from a burn pit from the previous day and ignited in the yard. The fire then spread to the...