Here are the stories keeping our reporters busy Friday:

• A wreck trapped two women and four dogs in their car this afternoon. Read more here.

• One long-running teacher contract fight may be reaching an end. We'll tell you what we know.

• A doctor called it a headache, but it was actually a stroke. Now the patient is alleging brain damage in a lawsuit.

• It's midseason for high school football. See what our writers think about your favorite team's prospects here. And keep up with updated scores tonight at PE Extra Points.