North Carolina News

Wilson's Moment Of Good: Gina Chapman, Founder Chapman’s Dachshund Rescue

Wilson was at the Peaceful Dragon previewing a fundraising event for Chapman's Dachshund Rescue, when he presented his latest 'Wilson's Moment of Good Award' to Gina Chapman.

Butler Strong: High School Reopens Just 4 Days After Deadly Shooting

Students returned to Butler High School for the first time Thursday, since the deadly shooting.

Burke County Death Investigation Ruled Homicide Following Autopsy

Burke County deputies are now investigating a homicide after a man was found dead during a welfare check Tuesday night.

Hornets Unveil 2018-19 City Edition Uniform

The Charlotte Hornets today unveiled the City Edition uniform to be worn during the 2018-19 season.

State Health Officials Announce First Flu-Related Death of 2018-19 Season

Officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Public Health today announced the first reported flu-related death of the 2018-19 flu season, which occurred last week and involved an adult in the central part of the state.

Judge Grants Sandy And Casey Parsons' Defense More Time To Prepare

The defense for the couple accused of killing their adoptive daughter now has more time to go through evidence.

Funeral Arrangements Announced For Butler High School Shooting Victim

On Saturday, November 3rd, the victim of Monday's deadly shooting inside Butler High School will be laid to rest.

Carolina Renaissance Festival Dedicates a Day to Deaf Awareness

Fluent Language Solutions and Central Piedmont Community College are partnering with the Carolina Renaissance Festival to provide a renaissance experience for the deaf and hard of hearing on Saturday, November 3rd.

Rocky River High School On Modified Lockdown Due To Tensions From Butler Shooting

Rocky River High School is operating under a modified lockdown due to rising tensions stemming from the deadly shooting at Butler High School earlier this week.

Panthers' Gano Named NFC Special Teams Player Of The Month

Carolina Panthers kicker Graham Gano was named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for October, the NFL announced on Thursday.

Charlotte's Creative Loafing Shuts Down After 31 Years, Lays Off Staff Without Warning

An alternative weekly magazine has announced it is ending publication in North Carolina's largest city after 31 years, converting to a digital only product and laying off its staff.

Memorial, Funeral Plans Announced For Slain, Butler High School Student Bobby McKeithen

Memorial and funeral arrangements have been made for 16-year-old Bobby McKeithen who was murdered at Butler High School on Monday.

Child Hit By Car While Trick Or Treating Expected To Be Okay

A child was hit by a car while trick or treating in northeast Charlotte on Halloween night.

Family In Mourning After 2-Year-Old Fatally Struck By Two Cars

Investigators say the toddler wandered away from his house and was hit and killed by two cars early Wednesday morning.

Man Charged After Accident Sends Three To Hospital, One Critically Injured

A man is facing several charges after police say he committed multiple traffic violations which led to a serious accident involving three vehicles.

CMPD Charges Driver Involved In Accident That Left An 18-Year-Old Pedestrian Dead

Police have charged Charity Lachele Ross in connection to Friday night's accident that left 18-year-old Sierra Ratliff dead.

DHHS Announces Grants To Local Health Departments To Address The Opioid Crisis With Community-Driven Strategies

Twenty-two local health departments in North Carolina will receive a share of $1.8 million to implement high-impact, community-level strategies to address the opioid crisis based on the NC Opioid Action Plan.