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Queen City Champion of the Year Gala To Benefit Best Buddies

The Queen City Champion of the Year Gala will raise money and awareness for Best Buddies on October 18th.

5 Things to Know: September 25

President Trump Under Impeachment Inquiry in U.S. House President Trump now the subject of an impeachment inquiry. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi making the announcement after a whistleblower report claims Trump…

Edge On The Clock: Controversy Over The New Movie 'Joker'

Family members of the 12 people killed and 70 injured in the Aurora Theater shooting back in 2012 are worried the film could incite more violence.

Homeless Steele Creek Man Arrested After Police Say He Tried to Kidnap Child

Charlotte Mecklenburg police arrested a homeless Steele Creek man after he tried to rob and kidnap a child. The scary situation happened as dozens of kids at the Windgate Place apartments were getting ready for school on Tuesday morning.

Another Setback For One Of Charlotte's Most Significant African American Landmarks

The Excelsior Club property is back on the market after a pending sale fell through.

Report: Panthers Asking City for up to $212 Million for Stadium Upgrades & MLS HQ

Panthers owner David Tepper reportedly wants the city to kick in millions for upgrades at Bank of America Stadium and an MLS team HQ and practice facility.

WeWork CEO Stepping Aside Amid Questions About Company

WeWork’s charismatic but controversial CEO is stepping aside from the communal office-space company he founded, another moment of reckoning between the fast-growing startup and its disenchanted investors.

NCDHHS Investigates Cases of Legionnaire's Disease

The Buncombe and Henderson County Health Departments, in conjunction with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, are investigating multiple cases of Legionnaires’ disease reported in individuals who attended the NC Mountain State Fair in Fletcher, NC, Sept. 6–15, 2019.

Panthers Announce New “3rd & Goal” Reading Program Promoting Student Grade-Level Reading Proficiencies By 3rd Grade

The Carolina Panthers announced Tuesday the launch of the team’s new “3rd & Goal” program, a flagship literacy initiative in partnership with Scholastic.

Resurfacing On I-485 Continues Tuesday Night

Contractors with the N.C. Department of Transportation will be resurfacing lanes on Interstate 485 in north Charlotte tonight as part of a $10.8 million contract awarded last fall.

Gaston County Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Victims Ages 7-12

A 36-year-old Gaston County man is facing multiple child sex related crimes involving victims between the ages of seven and 12.

Woman Wakes Up To Stranger Sexually Assaulting Her Inside Her Home

CMPD is looking for a man accused of breaking into a woman's home early Saturday morning and sexually assaulting her.

Cam Newton Foundation Raffling Custom Meshika Hats During 2019 NFL Season

I'm sure you love Cam Newton's fashion sense as much as we do! Well, the Cam Newton Foundation will be holding raffles during the 2019 NFL to benefit youth programs, and you can win a custom Meshika hat just like Cam wears.

Music Legend Billy Joel Playing At Bank Of America Stadium In 2020

Live music returns to Bank of America Stadium as officials announce that music legend Billy Joel will perform on April 18, 2020 in Charlotte.

Comedian Jon Reep Talks About Upcoming Charlotte Show

Comedian Jon Reep talks hometown, Panthers football, and upcoming show.

Suspect Charged After Man Found Stabbed To Death In Uptown Roadway; Victim Identified

The CMPD has charged 62-year-old Marcus Bradley for the murder of 58-year-old Mark Jamison in uptown Charlotte Monday night.

Charlotte Property Owners Could Face Stiffer Penalties Under Possible Changes to Minimum Housing Code

Landlords in Charlotte could soon face stiffer penalties for not keeping their properties up to code. It's in response to anger over poor conditions at a West Charlotte apartment complex.