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Gaston County Police Charge Man For Operating Dog Fighting Ring

A 39-year-old man faces charges for animal cruelty and dog fighting after police discovered he was operating a dog fighting ring in the back yard of his Gaston County home.

Lincoln County Woman Still Missing 8 Years Later

Lincoln County authorities say they are still searching for a woman who went missing in May of 2014.

Kendra Scott Jewelry To Celebrate Cancer Survivors Day With Give Back Event

Sunday, June 5th is National Cancer Survivors Day and one jewelry store in Birkdale Village is giving back.

CATS Release Memorial Day Service Schedule

CATS will operate on a modified schedule Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

CMPD: Wanted Fugitive Apprehended In Northwest Charlotte After SWAT Standoff

A 31-year-old man accused of firearm theft was apprehended Thursday after a brief standoff with SWAT officers in northwest Charlotte, according to CMPD.

Three Suspects Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of Minor After Unrelated Investigations In Gastonia

The Gastonia Police Department has charged three people for multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor after unrelated investigations into the possession of child pornography.

Deputies Charge Gastonia Man & Woman With Multiple Sex Crimes Involving A Child

Gastonia Police have arrested and charged a man and woman with multiple sex offenses involving a child.

Smart Shopper: Skin Cancer Awareness + Discounts At Organic Bronze Bar!

In the United states alone, over 5 million cases are reported each year which makes this specific type of cancer the most common. Fortunately, skin cancer is the most preventable type of cancer.

Goodbye NYC; Estimates Show Big City Losses, Sunbelt Gains

Eight of the 10 largest cities in the U.S. lost population during the first year of the pandemic.

Magistrate Suspended For 6 Months For Improper Emails

The South Carolina Supreme Court has suspended a Chester County magistrate for six months for improperly using her judicial email account.

Former Lancaster County School Resource Officer Arrested For Sexual Act With Minor On Social Media

A former Lancaster County school resource officer has been charged with two counts of criminal solicitation of a minor, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.

What The Tech: Donating To Texas Families

What The Tech: Uvalde Donations

No matter where you are or what you're doing, you can help families affected by the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. There are several online sources raising money to help the families of victims.

Health Officials Keeping A Close Eye On Spread Of Monkeypox Virus

An outbreak of monkeypox has now spread to 16 countries including the United States. Health officials are keeping a close eye on the virus that's rarely seen outside of Africa.

Blue Ridge Parkway Opens For 2022 Season Memorial Day Weekend

Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, picnic areas and visitor centers will open for the 2022 season this weekend with full services.

NWS Finds EF-0 Tornado Damage in Chester County

NWS confirms a brief EF-0 tornado touched down in Chester county Monday evening

CFD: I-77 South Lanes Closed Due To Hazardous Material Spill

All southbound lanes of Interstate 77 were closed Wednesday due to a Hazardous Material incident involving a tractor-trailer, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.

North Carolina Leaders Speak Out After Tragic Texas School Shooting

CMS is offering support to students, CMPD is increasing its police presence and leaders across North Carolina are speaking out after the tragic shooting that occurred at a Texas elementary school Tuesday.