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Krispy Kreme Is Giving Out Free Minis Every Monday In January

Krispy Kreme is trying to help people keep their New Year's resolution on track by offering a small snack - the new mini doughnuts for free.

Report: U.S., China Reach Agreement To Resume Economic Talks

The United States and China have agreed to resume semiannual talks on economic and trade issues, according to a published report. These discussions had been conducted in previous administrations but had been halted by the Trump administration.

UNC Charlotte Heroes Riley Howell And Reed Parlier Awarded Nish Jamgotch Jr. Humanitarian Award

The 2019 Nish Jamgotch Jr. Humanitarian Award was recently awarded posthumously to Riley Howell and Reed Parlier, two promising UNC Charlotte students who died when a gunman opened fire in a classroom on April 30, 2019.

2020 In The South Carolina Legislature A Lot Like 2019

South Carolina lawmakers return to the State House on Tuesday facing most of the same big issues that were hovering around in 2019.

Attorney General Josh Stein Reminds North Carolina Military Community To Watch for Scams

Attorney General Josh Stein released consumer protection information to help military service members and their families as service members from North Carolina deploy overseas in response to international events. The military community is frequently targeted by scammers and con artists.

Man Attacks Fort Lawn Police Chief, Officials Say

Chester County Deputies responded to an incident on Shirley Road in Fort Lawn on Friday after receiving information that a law enforcement officer was in need of assistance.

Man Shot Multiple Times In Uptown Charlotte Friday Night

According to police a man was shot multiple times Friday night at an apartment complex parking lot in uptown Charlotte.

CMPD Is Requesting The Public's Help To Identify Three Robbery Suspects

CMPD is asking for the public's help with finding three suspects who robbed a Quik Trip in East Charlotte on Monday.

House Approves Measure To Restrain Trump’s Actions On Iran

Reigniting a debate over who has the power to declare war, the Democratic-controlled House on Thursday approved a resolution asserting that President Donald Trump must seek approval from Congress before engaging in further military action against Iran.

Lancaster County Sheriff's Office Searches For Fake Cop

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is now investigating a report that a man is impersonating a police officer.

DHHS Announces $2.1M To 23 Health Departments To Address Opioid Crisis

Twenty-three local health departments in North Carolina will receive a share of a $2.1 million award annually for up to three years to implement high-impact, community-level strategies to address the opioid crisis.

Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck By Train In Gaston County

Gastonia officials have confirmed that a pedestrian has died after being hit by a train on Friday.

2nd Confirmed Rabies Case Of 2020 Reported In Gaston County

The second confirmed case of rabies for 2020 has been reported in Gaston County.

Charlotte Knights Give Back With "Dragon Strong" Program

The Charlotte Knights are obviously known for baseball but the organization is also doing some good off the field by teaching kids how to live a resilient life.

Cause Of Death Released After Man Found Dead Inside Lenoir Home Following House Fire

On Sunday, a community in Lenoir experienced a fire that they believed lead to the death of a resident but it was found that it was a suicide, according to autopsy reports.

North Carolina Couple Says They Were Scammed Out Of $100K

A North Carolina couple says they were scammed out of $100,000 in the pursuit of winning a fake $10 million sweepstakes, according to the sheriff’s office and the victims.

Man Accused Of Kidnapping Ex-Girlfriend Could Get Life Term

Federal prosecutors have charged a man with kidnapping his ex-girlfriend in North Carolina while out on bond on an assault charge.

CMPD Launches Investigation To Determine If 13-Year-Old Girl Was Victim Of Sex Trafficking

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Human Trafficking Task Force is investigating after they were contacted on January 1st regarding a 13-year-old who was being treated at Atrium Health and possibly the victim of sex trafficking.

CMPD Chief Putney Breaks Down Crime Statistics For 2019

Charlotte's top cop takes a look at the city's overall crime statistics for 2019, and the steps the city is taking to fight back

Claremont Man Arrested For Breaking Into Police Cruiser

Deputies say they arrested a man who was armed with a machete and broke into a police cruiser.

YMCA To Welcome Robert J. Brown As Keynote Speaker For 26th Annual MLK Holiday Breakfast

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte will welcome an expected 1,100 people to its 26th Annual MLK Holiday Breakfast at the Charlotte Convention Center’s Crown Ballroom on Monday, January 20 at 8:00 a.m.

Chester County Sheriff, Lieutenant And Chief Deputy Indicted On Federal Charges

South Carolina State Grand Jury issued an indictment which alleges suspended Chester County Sheriff Alex Underwood, former Chester County Chief deputy Robert Sprouse and former Chester County Lt. Johnny Neal of public corruption.