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North Carolina Man Sentenced To Over 17 Years For Drug, Weapon Charges

A judge sentenced one man from Mount Gilead, North Carolina to 210 months in prison over two drug and two firearm charges, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.

Infant Safely Surrendered At Piedmont Medical Center In Rock Hill

Healthcare officials at the Piedmont Medical Center recently accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel's Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Thursday, November 9th, 2023.

WATCH: CMPD Chief Holds News Conference After Viral Video Shows Officer Repeatedly Striking Woman During Arrest

CMPD Police Chief Johnny Jennings held a news conference to discuss the circumstances surrounding the incident that happened outside a Bojangles restaurant showing a CMPD officer striking a woman repeatedly during an arrest.

Corridors Of Opportunity Announces Recipients Of $4.45 Million In Opportunity Hub Grants

The City of Charlotte’s Corridors of Opportunity today announced the recipients of the $4.45 million Business Opportunity Hub grant, which tasks recipients with creating a space to connect small business owners, entrepreneurs and residents to financial assistance, access to capital, job opportunities and more.

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October 2023 Teacher Of The Month: Christa Mooney

Congratulations to our October 2023 COIT Teacher of the Month, Christa Mooney! Mrs. Mooney is a 5th-grade teacher at Cox Mill Elementary and was nominated by Alison Moore.

Up 'n Adam: Southern Christmas Show

Adam Wurtzel got in the holiday spirit by visiting the Southern Christmas Show.

Stallings Mayor On Sinkholes: "I Promise You...We Will Try To Find A Solution"

Residents take their concerns with Ryan Homes to Stallings Town Council as sinkholes continue to plague the Stone Creek Townhomes neighborhood.

Charlotte Sports Foundation And Tepper Sports & Entertainment Extend Bank Of America Stadium Agreement

The Charlotte Sports Foundation (CSF) and Tepper Sports & Entertainment (TSE) announced an extension of their partnership to host events at Bank of America Stadium. Included in the agreement is the Duke’s Mayo Classic and the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. The bowl game has called Bank of America Stadium home for 22 years.

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Launches In The QC Friday, November 17th

The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte will hold a ceremony to kick off its annual Christmas giving program, the Red Kettle Campaign

Notification Of Discharge Of Wastewater In Lincoln County

The Lincoln County Health Director issued a Water Activity Advisory on Monday, November 13th for a sewage spill in a tributary of Johnson Creek near Mountaineridge Drive.

Up 'n Adam: Kate's Skating Rink Turkey Nerf

Adam Wurtzel strapped on the rollerblades and went to Kate's Skating Rink to find out about their special Turkey Nerf event.

Anti-Semitic Assault, Vandalism, Harassment Increases 300%+ In Past Month

Since October 7th, the Anti-Defamation League has documented 832 incidents. That's up from about 200 incidents from the same time period last year. And some of them are happening right here in the Carolinas.

Police: Construction Material Thief Arrested

A man has been arrested after allegedly stealing materials from a home under construction on Sunday, November 12th.

Five Stillbirth And Neonatal Deaths This Year Related To Congenital Syphilis

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is issuing a public health alert following five stillbirths or neonatal deaths in babies with congenital syphilis born between Jan. 1, 2023, and Sept. 1, 2023.

10th Annual Turkey Drive Set For Thursday, November 16th

The Charlotte Knights and Charlotte Knights Charities are partnering with Professional Sports Catering And Gordon Food Services.

Speedway Christmas: By The Numbers

As crews prepare to flip the switch on the 14th edition of Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend, fans will be swept away by the magical ambiance of the grand holiday lights extravaganza. Take a look at this year's Speedway Christmas, by the numbers.