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Sprint Cup drivers Kevin Harvick and Carl Edwards were summoned to the NASCAR hauler hours before Saturday night's Bank of America 500 after photographs of their scuffle - showing Edwards at one point grabbing Harvick by the throat - went public.

Live race updates
Slideshow | Edwards vs. Harvick
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Billy Graham released from hospital after fall at home

By Tim Funk | E-mail | 4:51PM

Evangelist Billy Graham was hospitalized today in Asheville after tripping and falling over one of his dogs at his home, a hospital spokeswoman said.

Billy Graham, feature length

$5 billion withdrawn in one day in silent run

By Rick Rothacker | E-mail | 6:32AM

Wachovia lost billions of dollars in deposits in recent weeks as uncertainty mounted over its financial stability and whether it would be sold to Citigroup or Wells Fargo, according to court documents filed this week.

After victory party, Wells will face big challenges

Minivan bandits shoot 3, kill 1

By Cleve R. Wootson Jr. | E-mail | 6:29AM

Police are warning people in the Charlotte area to be on the lookout for a group of criminals they say have “no regard for human life.” Wearing masks and gloves, they've killed one person and shot two others during a string of robberies that started in August.

Has your political yard sign disappeared? | 4:39PM
Man killed at late night party | 3:41PM
NC mom gets life for setting up robbery death | 3:19PM
Charges dropped against 4 in shotgun killing | 3:19PM
NC Christmas tree going to White House | 10:33AM
Immigration court opens in Charlotte Nov. 4 | 10:31AM
Thief spills water in store, grabs cash | 7:02AM
Democrats press Berry to return money | 7:02AM
Retired G.E. chemist had passion for pottery | 7:02AM
Seeking help in a crisis | 7:01AM

ELECTION 2008 » 6:33PM

Report stings Palin over Troopergate

The politically charged investigation into Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is over, and its conclusions are stinging. But the fallout, if any, might not come until Election Day.

Video
Branchflower report
McCain booed after trying to calm anti-Obama crowd
McCain plans N.C. visit

Slideshow »

Celebrity Roundup 10.11.08

WEIRD NEWS »

Russia's Putin gets tiger cub for b'day

There's no doubt what Vladimir Putin's favorite birthday present is this year.

Video

NIGHTLIFE »

Montford crawls with nighttime fun

Nice contrast to uptown's lines, cover charges and dress codes.

Sarah's Six: Six picks for your weekend

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Trader Joe's opens in uptown Charlotte

Slideshow »

The Daily Edit 10.11.2008

PANTHERS » 6:36PM

Panthers-Bucs thoughts, prediction

Scott Fowler offers a last-minute tune-up and has a hunch how it will turn out. Check back for live blog updates both during and after Sunday's game.

Blog: Kalil, Hackett out

Slideshow »

Texas hooks OU in Red River Rivalry

Scoreboard: UNC 29, Notre Dame 24 (final)
Texas 45, Oklahoma 35

MOVIES »

Royalty, facts are fast and loose in 'The Duchess'

But if you're fond of wigs, you may be in heaven.

Toppman on 'Body of Lies' and more
Movies: Showtimes

MOMS »

Cruel trick?

In the midst of an obesity epidemic among children, should parents restrict candy on Halloween?

What now?

Investors suffer huge losses in volatile market. Wachovia spends a week uncertain about its future. Worried voters force candidates to focus on the economy.