Local News

Hurricane Hugo: 34th Anniversary

Hurricane Hugo made landfall 34 years ago on September 22nd

One Person Dead In York County Crash

Troopers are investigating a fatal accident that happened on Highway 901 near Pinetuck Lane early Friday morning in York County.

Police Investigating Threats Made To Two South Charlotte Schools

Police say they are investigating threats made to Ardrey Kell High School and Community House Middle School on Friday. School officials confirm both schools were placed on lockdown while police investigated the threats.

Johnston YMCA Will Remain Open After Development Plan Falls Through

The Johnston YMCA will stay open after plans to make the property a living a retail space were cancelled.

Wastewater Overflow Near Sugar Creek

Charlotte Water crews responded to a wastewater overflow near 1938 Choyce Circle on Thursday, September 21st. A pipe failure caused the overflow, and an estimated 2,840 gallons reached Sugar Creek in the Catawba River Watershed

Public Health Officials Remind North Carolinians To Take Precautions Against Mosquito-Borne Illness

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reminds people to take precautions against mosquito bites following recent reports of West Nile virus infection in the state.

CMPD: Student Hit By Vehicle At School Bus Stop In Steele Creek

A student was hit by a car at a school bus stop on Thursday, September 21st according to a tweet by CMPD.

Hickory Man Convicted After Being Charged With Death By Distribution

A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to nearly six to eight years in prison in connection to the death of a girl who overdosed on fentanyl toxicity.

Traffic Alert: I-77 Lane Closed Due To Car Crash

CMPD will be providing traffic control around I-77 exit 5A due to a car accident in Mecklenburg County.

Local Nonprofit Repairing Homes In Hidden Valley Neighborhood

CHARLOTTE, N.C -- Volunteers are hard at work making repairs inside a home in the Hidden Valley neighborhood. For Linda Coble it's a blessing. "I feel very grateful,”…

Charlotte City Council District 3 Race Heats Up, Republican Candidate Touts 'Partnership To Victory' Campaign

James Bowers will face off against Democratic Challenger Tiawana Brown in the District 3 City Council Race.

"Kick Childhood Cancer" Match For Charlotte FC Honors 3 Year Old Little Girl

One special little girl is being recognized tonight at the Charlotte FC game as she battles Leukemia at only three.

Town of Davidson Begins Citing Pedestrians For Jaywalking

Next time you're in downtown Davidson, you'd better watch where you're crossing the street. Police have begun issuing $30 citations to jaywalkers.

CMPD: Suspect Arrested For Shooting Jogger in South Charlotte

A man has been arrested for shooting a jogger in South Charlotte in the afternoon on Sunday, September 17th, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

QB Bryce Young's Status For Sunday Uncertain Because Of Ankle Injury; Andy Dalton May Get Start

Bryce Young missing Wednesday's practice opens the door of Andy Dalton starting on Sunday.

Three Dead In Car Crash In Cabarrus County

Three people are dead and others are injured after a three-car accident in Cabarrus County on the morning of Wednesday, September 20th.

Lincoln County Commissioner Facing Charges For Driving While Impaired

Lincoln County Commissioner, Anita Mccall has been arrested for driving while impaired on September 19th, according to news release.

Motorcyclist Wanted In Deadly Police Chase In Custody

Chanceler Johnson, the suspect involved in a police chase crash that killed a mother and son has turned himself in to authorities.

Animal Care & Control Is Asking For Community Support As It Is About To Lose 36 Dog Kennels To Renovations

The next phase of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC) animal shelter renovations is slated to begin on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023. The goal is to clear the 39 kennels by Tuesday, September 26th at 7 PM.