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Vehicle Stolen With Gun Inside After Owner Leaves It Running & Unattended

Police arrest a man they say stole a vehicle that was left running and unattended in front of a convenience store Wednesday morning in east Charlotte.

Trump Voices Opposition To North Carolina Bathroom Law

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said Thursday that transgender people should be able to use whichever bathroom they choose, voicing opposition to part of a far-reaching North Carolina law that critics says is discriminatory.

Missing Child In Gaston County Found Safe

Gaston County Police say they have found a missing 4-year-old boy safe.

Man Accused Of Sexual Assault On 2 Minors Wanted In Burke Co.

Burke County Sheriff's Deputies are asking for help in locating a man they say sexually assaulted two children, including one of his own.

Driver Charged In Accident That Killed 11-Year-Old Child

The driver of a vehicle that crashed in Gastonia and killed an 11-year-old passenger is facing multiple charges including involuntary manslaughter.

Police: Reckless Driving & Alcohol To Blame In Wednesday's Fatal Accident

The driver of the truck that caused Wednesday's fatal head-on collision has been charged with DWI and several other charges including felony death by motor vehicle.

Bill to Stop I-77 Toll Lanes

CHARLOTTE, NC -- There is a new effort to put the brakes on the Interstate 77 toll lanes as soon as next week. Representative Charles Jeter from Mecklenburg County says he will introduce a…

CMS Holds Public Hearing Before Student Assignment Vote

CHARLOTTE, NC -- New student assignment guiding principles. Another public hearing. More strong opinions. The CMS board says it is close to a final vote on the foundation for a new student assignment plan,…

Film studio complex moves to South Carolina

A massive film complex once planned for Charlotte has now moved across the state line to South Carolina. The plan is in the final stages on the Catawba Indian Nation Reserve. WCCB got an exclusive preview of the project.

Workshop Held To Find Ways To Pay For New CMPD Officers

CHARLOTTE, NC-- Charlotte's top cop and city leaders agree more officers are needed to help cut down on crime. Now the budget battle begins over how to pay for them. Chief Kerr Putney…

Local Businesses Gather Donations After Ecuador Earthquake

Businesses around the Carolinas are helping those impacted by the earthquake that hit Ecuador on Saturday.

WANTED: Matthew Tolson

Police are searching for a man wanted on multiple charges, including attempted 1st degree murder.

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Panthers Rescind Franchise Tag on Josh Norman

The Panthers have rescinded the franchise tag on cornerback Josh Norman. This makes Norman, who is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, a free agent.

Officers Investigating Church Fire in Gastonia

Officers are investigating after a Gastonia church went up in flames on Wednesday.

Carolina Rebellion Announces Lineup Change

Carolina Rebellion announces lineup change after someone was injured in a band scheduled to play Friday night.

Police Arrest Man for Statesville Shooting

Police have made an arrest after a shooting in Statesville on Tuesday night.

Treasury Official Says Harriet Tubman Will Go On $20 Bill

Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew has decided to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, making her the first woman on U.S. paper currency in 100 years, a Treasury official said Wednesday.