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NCDOT Fines I-77 Mobility Partners $3.2 Million For Dump Truck Accident

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has fined I-77 Mobility Partners $3.2 million after a dump truck accident shut down I-77 northbound last month.

Floodwaters Inundate Lake At NC Power Plant, Raising Alarm

Duke Energy activated a high-level emergency alert at a retired coal-fired power plant in North Carolina as floodwaters from the nearby Cape Fear River overtopped an earthen dike at the facility and inundated a large lake, raising concerns of a potential breach.

NASCAR Makes Another Change At Top With New President

NASCAR has promoted Steve Phelps to president, the latest leadership change for the slumping motorsports series.

#Trending: 'Space Jam 2' is Official With LeBron James & Kids Buy Dad Back His Old Mustang

A 'Space Jam' sequel is on it's way with LeBron James & a dad was surprised with his old Ford he had to sell 17 years ago!

Shooting With Multiple Victims Reported At Rite-Aid Distribution Center In Maryland

Maryland authorities say they are responding to a shooting in Harford County. Reportedly, there are multiple victims.

Hurricane Florence Impacts Farms, Industrial Sites Across The State

It's been nearly a week since Hurricane Florence tore through the Carolinas.

American Red Cross: Blood Donors Needed After Hurricane Florence

As the American Red Cross responds to Hurricane Florence, blood and platelet donors are urged to give when it’s safe to travel to care for patients in the storm’s path and across the country.

Motorcyclist Injured After 3-Car Crash On I-85 Northbound

A motorcyclist is seriously hurt after an accident that occurred on I-85 northbound early Thursday.

Vance And Mallard Creek Face Off Saturday In The WCCB All-American Game of the Week

The Charlotte 49ers may be on the road this weekend, but their house will still be rockin' when two Charlotte-Mecklenburg high school teams meet on the gridiron.

Charlotte JROTC Instructor Charged With Sexual Assault Involving Students

A JROTC instructor at Independence High School is facing several charges related to the sexual assault of two students.

Amber Alert Canceled After 2-Year-Old And Alleged Abductor Found

An Amber Alert was issued Wednesday evening for 2-year-old Ezra Jones out of Buncombe County, North Carolina.

Officials: Gaston County High School Student Had Hit List Of Teachers, Students

A Gaston County high school student is facing charges after police say he made a hit list and threatened fellow students and teachers.

Texans Blast Educator For 'Black QB' Comment About Former Clemson QB Watson

The Houston Texans fired back Wednesday at an East Texas school superintendent who wrote: “You can’t count on a black quarterback,” in the comment section of an online news article where he was criticizing quarterback Deshaun Watson.

School Closings, Delays Continue As A Result Of Hurricane Florence's Impact

Several school districts have announced closures due to the lingering impacts of Hurricane Florence.

What Is The FBI’s Role In The Kavanaugh Allegations?

A woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of a long-ago sexual assault wants the FBI to get involved — but the request is not so simple.

Owner Of 3D-Printed Gun Company Accused Of Sex With Minor

The owner of a Texas company that is being sued by several states over its plan to disseminate blueprints for making untraceable 3D-printed guns had sex with an underage girl and paid her $500 afterward, police allege in an affidavit filed Wednesday.

Trump Administration Sends States $1B in Grants To Battle Opioids

The Trump administration is awarding more than $1 billion in grants to help states confront the opioid epidemic, with most of the money going to expand access to treatment and recovery services.

CMS Waives Schools Days Missed Due To Hurricane Florence

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced Wednesday they will wave the three days missed due to Hurricane Florence.

City Of Monroe Lakes Operating On Normal Schedule

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department says that all lakes are open and operating on a normal schedule.

Monroe Police To Assist Boiling Springs Lake In Aftermath Of Hurricane Florence

Nine police officers from the City of Monroe Police Department will be heading to Boiling Springs Lake in eastern North Carolina with equipment to assist law enforcement in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence.