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3-Year-Old Child Dies At Hospital From Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound

A three-year-old child died at the hospital after suffering a fatal gunshot wound in east Charlotte on Wednesday afternoon.

Four Injured, Heavy Traffic Delays Due To Multiple Wrecks On I-85 and I-77

Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes after a serious wreck causes major backups for hours on I-85 northbound near Statesville Road on Wednesday afternoon.

Charlotte Man Sentenced To 20 Years For Possessing, Uploading Child Pornography

A 45-year-old Charlotte man will serve 20 years in prison for repeated offenses of child sex abuse crimes.

Wednesday’s Powerball Jackpot Expands To $348 Million

The Powerball jackpot continues its upward climb as it now stands at $348 million for Wednesday’s drawing.

Sex Offender Charged With Federal Indictment Involving Monroe Teen

Christopher Porter, 30, has been charged with a criminal indictment from a federal grand jury with production of child pornography and committing a qualifying felony offense involving a minor while being required to register as a sex offender.

GoFundMe Set Up After Owner Shot In Front Of Children At China City Restaurant In Gastonia

A GoFundMe account has been set up after the owner of a Chinese restaurant was shot in Gastonia during an armed robbery, according to officials.

North Carolina Court Tosses Ex-Deputy's Obstruction Convictions

A North Carolina appeals court on Tuesday threw out the convictions of a former sheriff's deputy for falsifying firearms training and qualification requirements for former superiors — including the then-county sheriff, who is now serving prison time for crimes.

Man Fires Multiple Rounds At Union County Deputies

A man was taken into custody after he allegedly fired multiple rounds at Union County deputies on Wednesday.

Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer Arrested For Domestic Violence Incident

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office issued a warrant for the arrest of a Detention Officer in connection a domestic violence incident.

Mugshots Released After 8 Arrested, Dozens Pepper Sprayed In Unlawful Protest On Monroe Road Over The Weekend

Eight people were arrested and dozens more were pepper sprayed as part of Monroe Road was shut down for an unlawful protest.

The Salvation Army Of Greater Charlotte Partners With Subaru Loves To Help And Operation Warm To Bring New Winter Attire To Children In Need

More than 250 new coats and 250 new socks and shoes will be distributed to children residing at The Salvation Army Center of Hope Shelter on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 2:30 p.m. Subaru South Charlotte and Operation Warm donated all items.