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Panthers' Cam Newton Involved In Car Crash In Atlanta

The Panthers' quarterback, Cam Newton, was involved in a car crash with a dump truck in Atlanta, according to TMZ.

Police Release Name Of Man Killed During Domestic Dispute In South Charlotte

The victim in this case has been identified as 59-year-old Joseph Henry Grosjean. His family has been notified of his death.

Matthew Benner Pleads Guilty to Killing CPCC Student Counselor Amanda Strous

Matthew Benner pleaded guilty in court to murdering Amanda Strous nearly two years ago. He avoided the death penalty instead getting life in prison. Strous's family was in the courtroom to hear the guilty plea and had words for the man who took Amanda away from them.

Victim's Grandson, Two Others Charged In Connection To Rowan County Murder

The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office says they are investigating the murder of a 62-year-old woman, who was found dead in her home shortly after midnight Monday.

Union County Man Killed In Lawnmower Rollover Accident Identified

A man was killed Thursday afternoon when his lawnmower turned over on him after sliding down a ravine and pinning him underneath.

North Carolina Health Officials Report 6 More Flu Deaths

North Carolina health officials say six more people have died from the flu, ending the official 2017-18 flu season with a record 348 deaths.

Former Buncombe County Manager And Her Son Indicted On Federal Charges

Former Buncombe County Manager, Wanda Greene, 66, and her son, Michael Greene, 47, are facing federal charges related to the misuse of public funds.

ACC Announces 10-Year Extension With Charlotte As Football Championship Game Host Site

The Atlantic Coast Conference and the Charlotte Sports Foundation have reached a 10-year agreement that will keep the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game in Charlotte through the 2030 season, ACC Commissioner John Swofford announced Thursday.

Dead Dogs Behind Local Family's Home

First on WCCB: a disturbing discovery behind one family's home: dead, decaying dogs. The family turned to us to help them get answers. But so far, local law enforcement isn't saying much. We want to warn you, the video you're about to see may be upsetting to some viewers.

Lenoir K9s Get Protective Vests Thanks To Charitable Donation

Lenoir Police Department K9s Axel, Mato, and Cerik have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Suspect Wanted After Skimming Device Found On Hickory ATM

Police are looking for the suspect they believe installed a skimming device on an ATM.

Facebook Says Up To 87M Affected In Scandal

Facebook revealed Wednesday that tens of millions more people might have been exposed in the Cambridge Analytica privacy scandal than previously thought and said it will restrict the data it allows outsiders to access on its users.

Police Release Video Of Officer Involved Shooting Of Man Holding Pregnant Woman Hostage

CMPD has released the body-cam footage of an officer involved shooting involving a man accused of holding a pregnant woman hostage in northwest Charlotte.

Detectives Find Missing Woman Being Held Captive At Boyfriend's Home

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have charged a man in connection with the kidnapping and assault of a missing woman who was found severely beaten in her boyfriend's home last week.

DA To Seek Death Penalty Against Erica Parsons' Adoptive Father

The DA's Office says they plan on seeking the death penalty against Sandy Parsons. He is accused of killing his adoptive daughter.

Coaches vs. Cancer Fundraiser at Subway® Restaurants Scores $18,213 for Local Families Battling Cancer

Eleven Division 1 head men’s basketball coaches from North Carolina wrapped up a special Coaches vs. Cancer fundraising campaign and the net result was $18,213.66 in donations to help fight cancer. The contributions were collected in January and February from…

China Lists $50B Of U.S. Goods It Might Hit With Tariff

China on Wednesday issued a $50 billion list of U.S. goods including soybeans and small aircraft for possible tariff hikes in an escalating and potentially damaging technology dispute with Washington.