North Carolina News

A New Study Breaks Down The Worst U.S. Cities For Traffic In 2016

If you thought traffic was getting worse, a new study shows you may be right.

UNCC Quarterback Released On Bond Following Rape, Assault Charges

The University of North Carolina quarterback, Kevin Olsen, was arrested on Sunday for charges of rape and assault.

Gov. Cooper Announces Teacher Salary Increase Plan

Gov. Cooper has announced a multi-year investment in North Carolina teachers that will raise salaries to first in the Southeast in three years and at least the national average in five years.

Wilson's Previewing The Charlotte Writers' Club Book Fair

Wilson was at Barnes & Noble previewing the Charlotte Writers' Club Book Fair.

Police: Alcohol Factor In Northwest Charlotte Fatal Wreck

Investigators say alcohol was a factor in a wreck that killed a man early Monday morning.

Business Owners and Political Groups Push For HB2 Repeal

Business owners demand a House Bill Two repeal on the day Charlotte was supposed to host the NBA All-Star Game. It's just one of many events that haven't happened in the Queen City since HB2 became law.

Two People Shot At Local Rowan County Bar

One person is in critical condition and another has minor injuries after a shooting inside a local bar Sunday morning.

Man Dies After Being Struck By Van In North Charlotte

A man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle in north Charlotte Saturday night.

Man Exceeds 100 MPH During Police Chase In Stolen Vehicle

Two people were arrested after they led police on a high-speed chase on Interstate 85 in Rowan County Sunday morning.

Dominos' Employees Forced In Cooler During Robbery In Gaston County

An investigation is underway following a violent robbery at a Gaston County Dominos.

Multiple Shootings & Homicide in Salisbury Add to Crime Concerns

Police report three shootings in Salisbury in two hours Friday night. Police are still searching for the gunmen. One person died and two others were injured.

Hornets' Kaminsky Scores 33 But World Team Beats U.S. In Rising Stars Challenge

Frank Kaminsky of the Charlotte Hornets scored 33 for the U.S. team, but the World squad beat the U.S. 150-141 on Friday night.

Man Dies After Falling From Waterfall in Burke County

A man is dead after falling from a waterfall at a Burke County state park.

Man Shot, Killed During Domestic Dispute In Salisbury

According to police, a man is dead after being shot during a domestic disturbance in Salisbury Friday night.

CIAA Changes and Ticket Sales

For the first time in five years, next week's CIAA tournament will not be an extraordinary event

Man Plummets To His Death At High Shoals Falls In Burke County

A man fell to his death at South Mountains State Park Friday afternoon, officials say.

Catawba County Child Pornography Investigation Leads To Two Arrests In South Africa

Police in Pretoria, South Africa have arrested the parents of a 14-year-old girl after multiple sex crimes were discovered by the SBI during a child pornography investigation.