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Carolina Taxi Employee Shot During Armed Robbery, Two Suspects Wanted

Police are investigating an armed robbery and shooting that happened at a business early Friday morning.

Vietnam Veteran Wins $100,000 Powerball Prize A Week Before Christmas

Benjamin Estioko Jr. of Shelby said he’s celebrating the holiday early after he won a $100,000 Powerball prize.

Education Lottery Issues New Warning About A Scratch-Off Scam

The N.C. Education Lottery is issuing a new warning to players to buy lottery tickets only from authorized lottery retailers after receiving additional reports of a scam involving scratch-off tickets altered to appear as a “winning ticket.”

Charlotte DOT Announces Upcoming Street Closures

The Charlotte Department of Transportation wants the public to be aware of multiple upcoming street closures around Charlotte.

City Of Charlotte Offices Closed For Christmas And New Year holidays

City of Charlotte offices will close Monday, Dec. 24; Tuesday, Dec. 25; and Tuesday, Jan. 1, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Illegal Immigrants Charged With Drug Trafficking In Iredell County

Two illegal immigrants have been arrested following an investigation into drug trafficking in Southern Iredell County.

Boone PD Investigating Fake Bomb Threat Made Near Watauga County Courthouse

Police in Boone are still investigating after an unknown called in a bomb threat near the Watauga County Courthouse Friday morning.

Suspect Wanted By CMPD Has Been Arrested

CMPD says Michael Mangan was arrested Tuesday night.

10 Local Counties To Receive SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in North Carolina as a result of extensive flooding and wind caused by Hurricane Florence that occurred from Sept. 14 through Nov. 21, 2018.

NASCAR Couple Kyle and Samantha Busch Surprise Gastonia Delivery Nurse with IVF Grant

Earlier this week, NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and his wife Samantha spread some holiday cheer at the CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC.

Man Charged After Threatening To Bring A Gun Onto Iredell County School Campus

An Iredell County man has been charged after authorities say he threatened to bring a gun onto a middle school campus in November.

Authorities Identify Female Suspect Wanted For Breaking And Entering In Iredell County

Authorities have identified the female suspect wanted for breaking and entering residences off Brawley School Road in Mooresville.

I-77 NB Shutdown After SUV Crashes Into Overhead Sign, Traffic Backed Up For Miles

All lanes of I-77 northbound are closed after an SUV crashed into an Express sign early Friday.

Meck County Sheriff Issues Warning About Ongoing Jury Duty Scams

With the holidays in full swing, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) is reminding residents to remain vigilant against possible Jury Duty scams that continue to occur in our area.

AAA Carolinas Warns Of Parking Lot Dangers During The Holidays

As the rush to check everyone off of your holiday shopping list continues, AAA Carolinas is warning motorists and shoppers alike to be extra cautious in busy parking lots.

Over 1400 Breweries Nationwide, 17 Locally Join Forces To Help Those Impacted By California Wildfire

Grabbing a pint never felt so good thanks to a new effort to raise money for those impacted by the recent devastating wildfires in California.

Pineville Elementary Principal, Assistant Principal Reinstated Following Investigation Of Alleged Sexual Assault On Student By Fellow Classmates

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced Thursday that Pineville Elementary principal Brian Doerer and assistant principal Kathryn Trotter have been reinstated effective December 18th.

Florida Man Arrested In SC On Sexual Misconduct Charges Involving Child

A Florida man was recently arrested in Lancaster County on charges of sexual misconduct with a child.

Officials Encourage Preparedness For Heavy Traffic Around Concord Mills

The Concord Police Department strongly encourages motorists to prepare for traffic congestion this weekend in the I-85 exit 49 area near Concord Mills.