North Carolina News

Man Arrested After 14 Pounds Of Marijuana Found In Vehicle During Traffic Stop

Deputies have arrested a man after 14 pounds of marijuana was found in a vehicle during a traffic stop in Iredell County on Oct. 7.

Deputies: Cocaine, Over $4,000 Seized In Investigative Stop In Catawba

A 38-year-old man was arrested and charged after an investigative stop led to the seizure of one kilogram of powder cocaine in Catawba County Monday, deputies say.

Caldwell County EMS Ambulance Carrying Patient Involved In Crash

A Caldwell County EMS ambulance carrying a patient to the local hospital was involved in a wreck Monday evening.

Report: Drivers Are Hitting More Animals In North Carolina

The number of animals hit by drivers in North Carolina increased in 2019 to the highest levels recorded in more than five years, according to the state Department of Transportation.

Police: Woman Shoots Detained Man Sitting In Police Cruiser

A woman shot and wounded a man while he was sitting in the back seat of a police cruiser in Cramerton, authorities said.

Violence In Charlotte: 3 Murders In 11 Hours

CMPD Investigating 3 Homicides In 11 Hours, Including Killing Of 21-Year-Old

Family members say Aaron Shuford, Jr, was on his way home to his daughter

Olde Meck Brewery Founder Pens Open Letter After Coronavirus Cases At Mecktoberfest

The founder of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery released an open letter Tuesday, and addressed public concerns after two coronavirus cases were connected to the business's Mecktoberfest event.

Charlotte Motor Speedway And Mars Wrigley Keep Halloween Fun Alive With Track ‘n Treat

No tricks, all treats as Charlotte Motor Speedway teams up with Mars Wrigley for a family-friendly afternoon of ghosts, goblins, and goodies at the first-ever drive-thru Track ‘n Treat on Sunday, Oct. 25.

Deputies: 29-Year-Old Maiden Man Arrested, Charged After Alexander County Stabbing

Alexander County deputies say a 29-year-old Maiden man was charged after a victim was stabbed in the neck Sunday night.

UPS To Expand In North Carolina, Creating Nearly 600 Jobs

UPS Inc. said on Tuesday it will add more than 590 jobs in central North Carolina by expanding its Greensboro hub and building nearby a new center from which to distribute packages by vehicle to customers.

Thousands Of North Carolina Voters Wait Weeks For Absentee Ballots

Weeks from the election, three of North Carolina’s most populous counties are often taking two weeks or more to send absentee ballots out to voters who request them, an Associated Press analysis shows.

International Snack Food Company To Invest $24 Million In Kings Mountain

Benestar Brands, an international snack food manufacturer, will create 129 jobs in Cleveland County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $24 million to establish a new production facility in Kings Mountain.

Cms Starts Process To Rename Vance High School

CMS Considering Removing Confederate's Name From Vance High School

Leaders of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools want to rid a high school of a Confederate general’s name and replace it with the name of a pioneering civil rights attorney.

New One-Of-A-Kind Luxury Picnic Experience Makes Viral Waves In Charlotte

Inventive, Instagram-worthy, fun, socially-distant, convenient, low-cost, personalized and luxurious is just a few of the words that can be used to describe a new Charlotte business that has gained viral traction across the country.

Inspiring Community And Creativity With Shoed Gallery Clt

Inspiring Creativity and Community with SHOED Gallery CLT

SHOED Gallery CLT is helping the community through sneakers and art therapy.

Deadline This Week For Some North Carolina Parents To Receive $335

Some North Carolina parents are running out of time to ensure they receive additional money for help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

AAA: Supply Continues To Outpace Gasoline Demand And Benefit Carolinas

Motorists in the Carolinas are continuing to benefit from steady pump prices as Hurricane Delta made landfall along the Gulf Coast refinery region over the weekend, causing some disruptions and the main gas line to be down.