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Bill Capping Sales Tax Rate Heads to NC Senate

A plan to cap North Carolina's sales tax rate at 2.5 percent is headed to the full Senate. If it passes, it could impact raises for teachers in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.

Over 200 High-Paying IT Jobs Coming to Charlotte

Spectra Group, based in New Jersey, is opening an office in the BB&T Center. The average salary is nearly $85,000.

Clover Woman Accused of Being Drunk and Allowing 9-Year-Old to Drive

A Clover woman is accused of being under the influence and allowing a 9-year-old to drive her around.

Health Officials Confirm Chikungunya in Cabarrus

Cabarrus County health officials have confirmed the county's first case of chikungunya, saying the patient was infected while traveling in a Caribbean country.

Police Looking For Three Suspects After $13,000 RTV Was Stolen In Lincoln County

Detectives are looking for suspects after a $13,000 RTV was stolen from Al Lane's Kawasaki on East Highway around 2:30 a.m. July 13.

More Wrestlers Take The Stand In Former Coach Sex Abuse Trial

Former wrestlers testified Tuesday morning in their high school coach Gary Goins sex abuse trial.

Union County's 911 Emergency Line Down For Cell Phone Callers

Officials say Union County's 911 service line for cell phones is currently down. Anyone using a cell phone who needs to report an emergency should call 704-289-1591.

Recall: Trader Joe's Produce Could Contain Listeria

A produce recall was issued at Trader Joe's Tuesday morning.

22-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Crash Kills Passenger

Lola Porter, 22, was charged with DWI after crashing into a tree that killed passenger, 43-year-old Christopher Turner around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday.

City of Charlotte Offers Duke Energy Counter Proposal

The City of Charlotte is working with Duke to move some of the toxic material to the airport, but that controversial proposal is changing.

Former High School Wrestlers Testify in Coach Sex Abuse Trial

Former high school wrestlers taking the stand Monday in their coach's sex abuse trial. Gary "Scott" Goins faces nearly two dozen sex charges.

13 Headstones Vandalized at Cemetery In Gaston County

Family members are heartbroken after what they call a vicious and sick prank. Someone damaged more than a dozen headstones in Gaston County.

City Council Approves New Zoning Rules for Restaurants and Bars

City Council approved a plan to loosen zoning rules for Charlotte restaurants, bars and breweries. The purpose is to clarify the existing zoning regulations and define what constitutes "entertainment."