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Massive church fire in Shebly under investigation

The cause of a massive fire that destroyed a local church building is under investigation.

3 Hurt After Falling Off Wagon At Lazy 5 Ranch

3 hurt after falling from horse-drawn wagon at Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville

A local man is asking for donations after two of his family members were hurt when they fell from a horse drawn wagon at Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville over the weekend.

Gastonia Police investigating after shooting death of 68-year-old woman

Gastonia Police are searching for a killer after the shooting death of a 68-year-old woman.

Hickory Police apprehend one murder suspect, asking for public's help locating another

One suspect has been apprehended and police are still searching for the other.

CMPD releases names of 7 officers involved in racist group chat

The Charlotte–Mecklenburg Police Department has released the names of the seven officers involved in the racist group chat. Six of the seven officers have now resigned.

Gaston County Mugshots October 18th

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Sunday, October 18th.

Naacp Demands The Release Of The Names Of Officers Involved In Racist Group Chat

FBI Investigating possible civil rights violations after racist CMPD thread

The NAACP of Charlotte Mecklenburg is calling for the release of the names of the CMPD officers involved in a racist group text. Three officers have resigned and three others have been recommended for termination. The FBI is investigating to see if any officers acted on their bias in interactions with civilians.

Local nonprofit that provides shower access, hygiene supplies and more hosting fundraiser on Saturday

Local nonprofit that offers much needed resources for unhoused people throughout the community is hosting a fundraiser on Saturday.

Fall leaf expert: Go to NC mountains now through next weekend for peak colors

From the mountains to the Piedmont, North Carolina is starting to show off its fall colors.

Federal inmates return to the Mecklenburg Co. jail after three year pause

Federal detainees with pending cases in our area will now be housed in the Mecklenburg County Jail in Uptown and the newly re-opened Jail North.

Operation "Full Compliance" leads to 15 sex offenders charged

Of the 15 registered sex offenders charged, one remains wanted.

Survivor shares how bystander CPR saved his life

On World Restart a Heart Day, cardiac arrest survivor Johnnie Davis is sharing how his wife's quick action saved his life.

Social Security benefits increase 3.6% in 2027

Social Security recipients will recieve a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, increasing the average retired worker's benefit by about $75 per month beginning in January.