Check out the top 20 news stories from WCCB Charlotte in 2014:
1. New Person Named In Bianca Tanner Murder Investigation
Court documents released in the Bianca Tanner murder investigation indicate Lawrence Briscoe was a witness in the case. Tanner’s boyfriend, Angelo Smith Jr., has been charged with her murder.
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2. Steve Smith’s Jersey Removed From Team Store
After speculation regarding whether the Panthers would trade or release Steve Smith, the team removed his jersey from the team store. Smith went on to sign with the Baltimore Ravens.
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3. Panther’s Cam Newton Fractures Back Following Wreck
Quarterback Cam Newton suffered two transverse fractures in his back during a wreck that occurred near Bank of America Stadium in December.
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4. 37 People Arrested After Lancaster County Meth Investigation
Police arrested 37 people following an investigation that arose through complaints from citizens regarding methamphetamine. All 37 people have been indicted for their charges.
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5. 911 Calls Released In Greg Hardy Assault Case
Police released the 911 calls made by Carolina Panthers’ defensive end Greg Hardy from the night he allegedly abused his girlfriend Nicole Holder. Hardy’s attorney said he made the calls because Holder would not leave his apartment.
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6. Agent: Panthers’ Wide Receiver Steve Smith Done In Carolina
Steve Smith’s agent says he expects the Panthers to release the wide receiver. He also says that Smith would have preferred to end his career in Carolina.
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7. NFL Admits Error On Kuechly Ejection
Luke Kuechly was ejected from the contest against the Green Bay Packers for contact with an official. The NFL has deemed the contact inadvertent and says Kuechly should not have been ejected.
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8. Police Bust Meth Lab In Stanly County
Police say Tara Poplin and Gregory Sanders face felony charges for making meth inside a home. Bethany Horne was arrested on outstanding warrants.
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9. Panthers’ Wide Receiver Steve Smith Tweets About Football Future
Although no official announcement had been made, Steve Smith took to Twitter to address his fans.
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10. Investigation Into Former Mayor Patrick Cannon
Former Mayor Patrick Cannon was arrested on federal public corruption charges, to which he later plead guilty. He was sentenced to 44 months in federal prison.
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11. Sharman Odom Arrested For The Murder Of School Counselor Maggie Daniels
The man accused of killing Maggie Daniels was found at a relative’s house in Winston-Salem. Odom was charged with strangling Daniels in her apartment. He faces the death penalty if convicted.
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12. Local Doctor Arrested After Undercover Prescription Drug Investigation
Cleveland County authorities say that Dr. Steven Skorman was prescribing strong narcotics in excessive dosages to people with little or no need for the drugs. Twenty other people were arrested as a result of the investigation.
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13. The Get: Jeremy and Shana Mayfield
Former NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield and his wife Shana discuss their legal battle with NASCAR over his failed drug tests. Mayfield is attempting to resurrect his career as a dirt track driver.
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14. Concord Landlord Issues Warning About Former Tenant
Lisa Salomon says Sarah Shoe and her husband Eugene Lee Shoe failed to pay rent and won’t leave her property. She claims they have a history of this type of behavior.
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15. Duo Arrested For Lancaster Robbery
Investigators say Robert Mehaffey and Summer Hinson worked together to pull off a Robbery at Lloyd’s store in Lancaster.
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16. Local Middle School Teacher Resigns Amid Police Investigation
Mooresville Middle teacher and coach Chip Pickard resigned abruptly amid reports of misconduct. Police are investigating the reports.
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17. SNL Skit: Player Introductions For Panthers vs. Ravens Game
Saturday Night Live used the Panthers vs. Ravens game as a backdrop to satirize the current legal troubles of some NFL players.
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18. Ravens Receiver Steve Smith Sr. Takes More Jabs At Panthers’ Organization
Smith references the money the Panthers paid him to leave. The wide receiver says he plans to vacation with the money.
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19. Carolina Panthers Sign Tight End Mike McNeil
The Carolina Panthers’ first free agent signing for the 2014 season is former St. Louis Rams’ tight end Mike McNeil. The signing comes shortly after the Panthers released veteran wide receiver Steve Smith Sr.
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20. Family Confirms Kilah Davenport Has Died
Kilah Davenport’s grandmother Leslie confirms that Kilah has died. Kilah was severely beaten by her stepfather Joshua Houser. Kilah’s child abuse case initiated changes on the state and federal child abuse laws.
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