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Breaking Down Executive Order On Retirement Plans

President Trump in Charlotte to sign an executive order giving small businesses more power to provide 401k plans.

Panthers Announce First Wave Of Cuts

The Panthers have made their first round of cuts ahead of Saturday's 53-man roster deadline.

Two Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery In Hickory

Police are looking for two suspects they say robbed the Aquarium Skill Fish Games early Friday morning.

York County Woman Charged With Poisoning, Killing Husband

A woman was arrested Friday after authorities say she poisoned her husband's food, which resulted in his death.

Trump Signs Order To Increase Access To Retirement Plans

President Donald Trump on Friday directed the Labor and Treasury departments to work to make it easier for small businesses to band together to offer retirement plans to their workers.

911 Calls Released From Parking Lot Shooting At Villa Heights Elementary

CMPD has released the 911 calls from Thursday's domestic violence related shooting in the parking lot of Villa Heights Elementary School around 7:30am.

Student Charged With Bringing Loaded Gun To West Charlotte High School

Officials have identified the student arrested for bringing a loaded gun to West Charlotte High School.

Fourth Suspect Charged In Series Of Armed Robberies

Police have arrested a fourth suspect for his involvement a series of armed robberies from businesses in the Charlotte area.

Thomas Davis Partners With Classroom Central To Donate School Supplies At Forest Park Elementary

Carolina Panthers Linebacker, Thomas Davis, partnered with Classroom Central and Carolina Panthers Charities to distribute $28,622 worth of backpacks filled with much-needed school supplies to over 550 students.

CMPD Issues Traffic Alert Ahead Of President Trump's Arrival To Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is warning drivers to be mindful of several traffic delays today as President Trump makes his way to the Queen City.

President Trump's Friday Visit To Charlotte Could Delay Bus Routes, Says CMS

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools wants to inform families that some afternoon school bus drop-offs may be delayed Friday, Aug. 31 due to President Trump's visit to Charlotte.

School Bus Driver Cited For Reckless Driving In Iredell County

An Iredell-Statesville Schools employee has been suspended after receiving a traffic ticket while driving a school bus.

Travel Concerns Grow As Labor Day Weekend, Rush Hour And A Presidential Visit Hit Charlotte Friday

Expect bumper-to-bumper traffic in Charlotte Friday afternoon as rush hour, a holiday weekend and a visit from the President converge on the city. Officials say there will be major delays.

Trump To Sign Executive Order On Retirement Security During Trip To Charlotte

President Donald Trump is signing an executive order Friday to make it easier for small businesses to group together to provide their workers with retirement plans.

UPDATE: Alexander County Man Now Charged With 60 Sex Crimes Involving A Child

A 34-year-old man has been charged with 60 sex crimes involving a child.

Visit York County, Phenom Hoops Hosting 'Battle At The Rock' High School Basketball Showcase

Visit York County is partnering with Phenom Hoops to host the inaugural Visit York County Battle at the Rock basketball showcase on November 30 and December 1, 2018 at Nation Ford High School.

CMPD Headquarters Reopens To Public Following Lockdown

CMPD reopened their Uptown headquarters to the public following Thursday's lockdown.

Charlotte Independence Receive Forward On Loan From USL El Paso

On Thursday, the Charlotte Independence announced forward Derek Gebhard has joined the roster on loan from USL El Paso, pending league and federation approval.

Long-Time WCCB Contributor Signs Off for New Adventure

Joey Hewell and his husband, Scott, will leave behind their primary ownership role at the popular NoDa Company Store, to start a new business venture in Roatan, Honduras.