Yesterday Gov. Bev Perdue elevated state judge Cheri Beasley to the NC Supreme Court, filling a vacancy left by Justice Patricia Timmons – Goodson.  The Governors’ appointment fulfilled her commitment to help women and minorities advance in state government.  read more at:  http://www.wral.com/perdue-appoints-beasley-to-supreme-court/11873248/

Gov. Bev Perdue will sign a bill that will expand N.C.’s criminal DNA testing system. 

An envelope filled with white powder was addressed to Governor Beverly Purdue. Taking saftey precautions, NC State's Capitol building was evacuated.