POLITICAL WRAP: Efforts at Police Reform
Police reform is back in the spotlight. It comes as protests continue in the fatal shooting of a Black man by deputies in Elizabeth City. Andrew Brown Jr. will be laid to rest on Monday.
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Police: 19-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Shooting On The Mooresville Dragstrip
Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a 19-year-old man was seriously injured in a shooting on the Mooresville Dragstrip Sunday morning.
Charlotte Fire Investigating Blaze At East Charlotte Business
CFD responded to the fire on Monroe Road Saturday night.
UNC Charlotte Builds Remembrance Memorial For Lives Lost In Deadly Shooting
Brook Muller, dean of UNC Charlotte, announced on Friday that a permanent memorial will be built to honor the lives lost in the deadly campus shooting that occurred just two years ago.
Outdoor Concert Series Returns To The Whitewater Center In Charlotte
The USNWC in Charlotte is bringing back its River Jam Series featuring live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.
UNC Charlotte Marks Two Years Since Campus Shooting That Killed 2 And Hurt 4 Others
People gathered both virtually and in person for the day of remembrance. Wreaths were laid, a memorial plaque was dedicated, and the two young men who were killed that day, Reed Parlier and Riley Howell, were remembered.
Governor Cooper Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate With Restrictions
Masks are still required indoors across North Carolina.
Local Media Company Announces Launch Of Mix 107.9 In Charlotte
Radio One's Regional Vice President Marsha Landess announced the launch of WLNK MIX 107.9 on Friday. Matt & Ramona will appear on WCCB Charlotte's Rising on Monday to talk about their radio show, so tune in!
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit Will Be Featured In Charlotte Through July 31st
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit will be featured in Charlotte May 1st through July 31st. The unique exhibition showcases Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, reproduced photographically and artfully displayed in their original size.
Catawba County Library Celebrates Star Wars On May 4th With Virtual Programs
Catawba County Library officials say they will hold family-friendly virtual programs in celebration of Star Wars on May 4th.
Deputies: Man Arrested In Rowan County On Child Porn Charges
Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a man was arrested on Friday for the possession and distribution of child pornography.
Police: Lincoln County Man Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison For Murder
Police say a Lincoln County man is sentenced to 23 years in prison after pleading guilty to second degree murder in court on April 29th.
Fire At Coventry Woods Apartment Complex Causes $425,000 In Damage
A massive fire destroyed several apartments at the Coventry Woods Apartments in east Charlotte. The fire started just before 4am on April 30th on Coronado Drive. The fire reportedly caused $425,000 in damage.
CATS Unveils Winning Bus Artwork Created By Local Students
Charlotte Area Transit officials unveiled two CATS buses decorated with artwork made by local students on Thursday.
Charlotte Knights Single-Game Tickets On Sale Now!
Opening Night At Truist Field In Uptown Is Tuesday, May 4th
Man Offering Tortoise Rides In Stanly County Will Not Face Charges
No charges will be filed against the owner of a tortoise after pictures posted on social media showed adults sitting on its shell in Stanly County.
10 Things You Should Know About The 2021 Cicada Invasion
Cicadas emerge once every few years during the spring. This year, the Great Eastern Brood (Brood-X) will appear after 17 years of living underground and there will be billions of them. See what impacts they will have in our area.
Drive-Thru Job Fair Comes To Gaston County On May 4th
The Gaston Workforce Development Board will host its second Drive-Thru Job Fair on Tuesday, May 4th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
