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Crime Victim's Gather at CMPD for Support

"You cannot give life back once you take it," said Pastor James Price speaking at an event for crime victims. On Tuesday night, victims of violence filled CMPD headquarters.

Over 1,200 CMS Teachers Request May 1st Off For Rally, But Superintendent Says He's Still Not Ready To Close Schools

The superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says more than 1,200 teachers have asked to take May 1st off to attend a rally in Raleigh.

Richard Cole, Last WWII Doolittle Raider, Dies In Texas

Retired Lt. Col. Richard “Dick” Cole, the last of the 80 Doolittle Tokyo Raiders who carried out the daring U.S. attack on Japan during World War II, died Tuesday at a military hospital in Texas. He was 103.

Tax Payment Scam In Cabarrus County Prompts Warning For Residents

The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office is investigating a letter that reportedly tried to scam a resident out of nearly $70,000.

Lancaster County Man Arrested On Child Porn Charges

An Indian Trail man is facing multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.

Kemba Walker Named Eastern Conference Player Of The Week; Hornets Still In Playoff Contention

With two games left in the regular season Kemba Walker is already in playoff mode. On Monday, Walker was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for, a franchise record, seventh time in his career.

Loughlin, Husband And 14 Parents Face New Charge In Scam

“Full House” star Lori Loughlin and her fashion designer husband, Mossimo Giannulli, and 14 other parents were hit Tuesday with a new money laundering charge in the sweeping college admissions bribery scheme.

Carolina Panthers Preseason Schedule Announced

Carolina will face Buffalo, Chicago, New England and Pittsburgh during the 2019 preseason, the NFL announced Tuesday.

Man Charged With Intentionally Setting North Charlotte Apartment Fire

Detectives have charged the man who they say intentionally set a fire at a north Charlotte apartment complex, causing significant damage.

New York City Orders Mandatory Vaccines For Some Amid Measles Outbreak

New York City declared a public health emergency Tuesday over a measles outbreak centered in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community and ordered mandatory vaccinations in the neighborhood.

Get Ready For Tax Day Freebies!

Tax Day is coming up and that means many businesses in the Charlotte area will help ease the stress by providing discounted and free treats!

CMPD Asking For Help Identifying West Charlotte Armed Robbery Suspect

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for help identifying a man wanted for the armed robbery of a west Charlotte cell phone store, on Monday.

Free Cone Day At Ben And Jerry's

It's free cone day at Ben and Jerry's but you can have your scoop in a cup if you like.

Bank Of America Raising Minimum Wage To $20 Per Hour

Bank of America has announced it will incrementally raise its minimum wage to $20 per hour over the next two years.

Rising Cooks! Yafo Kitchen Prepares Seasonal Sides for Spring

Chef Carmen Vasquez and Chef Bryan Farrell of Yafo Kitchen are in the Rising kitchen this morning to prepare seasonal mezzes (sides) for Spring.

Auburn Gymnast From Huntersville Undergoes Successful Surgery After Suffering Gruesome Injuries During Floor Routine

Auburn gymnast Sam Cerio underwent successful surgery on both legs Monday afternoon, according to her coach Jeff Graba.

Comeback! Cavs Get Their Title, 85-77 In OT Over Texas Tech

Led by De'Andre Hunter and his NBA-ready game, the Cavaliers turned themselves into national champions Monday night, holding off tenacious, ferocious Texas Tech for an 85-77 overtime win -- a scintillating victory that came 388 days after a crushing setback that might have sunk a lesser team for years.