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911 calls released in deadly light rail stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska

WCCB has obtained the 911 calls made immediately after the light rail stabbing that killed Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska.

Rabies Alert: Rowan County residents urged to take caution after animal and human exposures

Rowan County residents are being asked to remain vigilant after two rabies cases led to human exposure, according to public health officials.

Eleven Arrested Following York County Child Predator Investigation

11 arrested following York County child predator investigation

Eleven people have been arrested in an undercover sting after allegedly traveling to meet minors for sexual encounters in York County.

Claremont man arrested after multi-county high-speed chase

A Claremont man is accused of fleeing a license checkpoint and leading Troopers on a 100 mph pursuit through multiple counties. Troopers say he was arrested after he ran over stop sticks on I-40.

Candlelight: A haunted evening of Halloween classics arrives in Charlotte for a spooky night of music

This fall, Candlelight brings back to Charlotte its special Halloween edition: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics.

Gaston County Mugshots September 30th

Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Tuesday, September 30th.

State Auditor Releases Scathing Report On Cats Security

State auditor finds CATS spent $49M on security since 2022

A new state audit shows cats spent $49 million dollars on security since 2022. The most recent contract is with Professional Police Services for $18 million dollars a year with space for 219 officers, but some riders don't see the value.

Driver facing charges following northeast Charlotte accident that killed bicyclist

A driver is facing charges after a bicyclist was killed in an early morning accident in northeast Charlotte.

Walmart to bring 300 jobs to Gaston County with new fulfillment center

Walmart plans to open a new fulfillment center in Kings Mountain. The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County.

Former school bus driver known as 'Ms. Sharon' charged with sexually assaulting teens

A former Sugar Creek Charter School bus driver is facing numerous charges for allegedly sexually assaulting two teens, according to a news release from CMPD.

Gaston County Mugshots September 29th

Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Monday, September 29th.

U.S. government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff in Congress

A partisan standoff over health care and spending could trigger the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years and cause thousands of federal workers to be furloughed or laid off.

Body Found In Plane's Landing Gear Compartment

Stowaway found in landing gear of American Airlines plane at CLT

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a man that was found dead in the landing gear of a flight at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Maintenance crews cleaning the plane made the disturbing discovery Sunday morning.