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Community Hosts Vigil For Fallen Officers

Mothers Of Murdered Offspring Hold A Vigil For Fallen Officers

Local nonprofit Mothers of Murdered Offspring gathered in Marshall Park for another community vigil tonight with some very special guests.

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Processional Held For Fallen Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas Weeks, Jr.

Fellow law enforcement officers, emergency responders and community members gathered along the procession route to pay tribute to Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas Weeks, Jr.

Middle School Teacher Arrested In Union County Following Misconduct Investigation

Authorities charged a 26-year-old middle school teacher in Monroe with indecent liberties following a misconduct investigation.

Three Juveniles Charged In Mooresville Double Homicide, Police Standoff In March

Three juveniles are facing charges in connection to double homicide and hours-long standoff with police in Mooresville back in March.

The Aftermath Of Monday's Deadly Shooting Shows A Damaged Neighborhood And A Heartbroken Community

See images that show the aftermath of Monday's deadly shooting that killed four officers and left others wounded.

Neighbors Who Live Close To The Galway Drive Home React To Shooting

Community Reacts After Officers Ambushed In East Charlotte Neighborhood

It's a quiet day in this east Charlotte community despite gun fire still being fresh in many minds.

Religious Communities Gather To Honor Four Officers Killed

In the wake of Monday's tragedy, religious communities across Charlotte gathered to remember the lives of four officers.

Gov. Cooper Orders All U.S. And North Carolina Flags At State Facilities To Half-Staff In Honor Of Officers Killed In The Line Of Duty

Governor Roy Cooper has ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to fly at half-staff until sunset on Friday, May 3rd.

Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Statement On The Shootings Of Law Enforcement In North Carolina During U.S. Marshals Task Force Operation

Yesterday afternoon, a Deputy U.S. Marshal and two Task Force Officers were killed in the line of duty and multiple other officers were wounded while serving a state arrest warrant on a fugitive in Charlotte, North Carolina.

President Joe Biden Releases A Statement Following The Deadly Shooting That Killed 4 Law Enforcement Officers And Injured 4 More In Charlotte

President Joe Biden released a statement following the deadly shooting that killed four law enforcement officers and injured four other officers in Charlotte.

Government Officials Respond To Deadly Shooting That Killed Three U.S. Marshals And Injured Five Other Law Enforcement Officers

Government officials from across the state have put out statements regarding the shooting that resulted in the death of three U.S. Marshals and five law enforcement officers injured in the shooting.

Former Caldwell County Pastor Facing Federal Charge For Child Pornography

A former pastor arrested in November 2023 is now facing multiple charges of sexual exploitation of a child and child pornography.

Drug Overdose Numbers Drop

Gaston County police say they have made dozens of drug busts in the past year and that is all because of the growing presence of cheap fentanyl.

Police: Four-Year-Old Child Injured In Accidental Shooting

A child suffered non-life threatening injuries as a result from an accidental shooting from an unsecured firearm.

Inmate Wanted After Escaping During Family Visitation

Authorities are searching for an inmate who escaped from Rutherford Correctional Center during family visitation.

Police Seize Over $900,000 Worth Of Drugs At Local Hotel

Two people are facing charges after police seized approximately $910,000 in drugs at a Gastonia hotel.

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Seizure In Iredell County

A traffic stop in Iredell County led to an arrest and the seizure of drugs worth roughly half a million dollars.

One Hurt In West Charlotte Shooting

One person has been taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting in west Charlotte.

Pedestrian Struck, Seriously Injured In West Charlotte

One person is in the hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car in west Charlotte.

Death Investigation Underway At Southwest Charlotte Home

Police are investigating a shooting after a man was found dead at a southwest Charlotte home early Sunday morning.

One Person Seriously Injured In West Charlotte Shooting, Crash

One person is in the hospital with serious injuries following a shooting at a home in west Charlotte.

Second Arrest Made In Jack In The Box Employee Homicide

A 16-year-old juvenile was arrested in Rock Hill in connection to the deadly shooting of a Jack in the Box employee last month.

Mooresville Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Assault With Hammer, Screwdriver

A 32-year-old man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly assaulting a victim with a hammer and a screwdriver in Mooresville.

AP: USDA Tells Producers To Reduce Salmonella In Certain Frozen Chicken Products

Poultry producers will be required to bring salmonella bacteria in certain chicken products to very low levels to help prevent food poisoning under a final rule issued Friday by U.S. agriculture officials.

Two Salisbury Shootings Leave Four People Injured Just Hours Apart

In the past two weeks, there have been four separate shootings in Salisbury, the most recent leaving a baby an critical condition. Now, Police are stepping up their search for those responsible.

Man Charged With Involuntary Manslaughter In Fatal Pedestrian Crash

Police charged a 24-year-old man with involuntary manslaughter following an investigation into a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in east Charlotte from December of 2023.

Statesville Man Arrested On Indecent Liberties Charges

A Statesville man, previously convicted for cyberstalking, is facing charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile.

Police Arrest Suspect Accused Of Firing Shots Near CMS Students At Bus Stop

After an extended investigation, police have identified the shooter in this case. Elijah Massey, now 18, has been arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and assault by pointing a gun.

Monroe Woman And Two Year Old Burned During Robbery

Monroe Woman, Two-Year-Old Child Attacked & Burned

The woman's son tells WCCB Charlotte the robber threw some type of acid on his mom and the child - and that her skin was blistering.

Gastonia Drug Issues On The Rise; How Are First Responders Handling It?

We hear from Police, Medic, and Fire in Gaston County regarding the growing drug trafficking in the area, but decreasing the amount of overdoses.

Rowan County Man Dead In Fatal Crash Following An Altercation And Police Pursuit

A man died in a motorcycle crash after having an altercation with his ex-girlfriend at a Circle K and leading police on a vehicle pursuit.

Two Brothers Charged For Shooting Into Occupied Homes

Two brothers are facing charges after shooting into a pair of occupied homes in west Charlotte on Tuesday afternoon.

Monroe Woman And Two-Year-Old Burned During Robbery

A Monroe woman and a 2-year-old were transported to the hospital after they were allegedly assaulted and burned during a robbery on Tuesday.

Police: 34-Year-Old Man Sexually Assaulted Juvenile Multiple Times Over Two Years

The Statesville Police Department have arrested a 34-year-old man after a sexual assault investigation that involved a juvenile.

Man Accused Of Firing A Gun On A North Carolina University Campus Taken Into Custody

A man accused of firing a gun during an argument on a North Carolina university campus Tuesday has been taken in custody, police said.

Pineville Social District Starts April 24th

Pineville's social district will start tomorrow at noon. The district will be and ready to welcome guests with drinks in hand.

AP: North Carolina Legislature Reconvenes To Address Budget, Vouchers As Big Elections Approach

The North Carolina General Assembly begins its annual work session Wednesday with a little extra money to spend and limited pressing issues to address before key elections this fall and longtime state government leaders depart.

17-Year-Old Charged With Murder In South End Shooting

A 17-year-old has been charged with murder of 21-year-old Abijah Barkeley following an extensive investigation.

Mount Holly Police Arrest Two Individuals In Homicide Investigation That Began In January

Two individuals, an 18-year-old and a juvenile, were arrested in connection with a homicide in Mount Holly that occurred on January 18.

SLED: 13 People Charged With Animal Fighting And Baiting

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged 13 people with animal fighting and baiting on April 20, 2024.

52-Year-Old Man Killed In Shooting Involved With An Officer In York County

Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Rock Hill on Sunday after deputies responded to a domestic violence incident that resulted in one man dead.

Chester County Drug Investigation Results In One Arrest

After a drug investigation by the Chester County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested Ronald Zarko.

Statesville Man Killed In Overnight Shooting

Statesville Police are investigating a homicide after a man was shot and killed early Sunday morning.

Suspect Dead After Shooting At Law Enforcement, Injuring One Deputy

A man died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound Saturday after firing shots at law enforcement, sending one deputy to the hospital.

Suspect Arrested Following Armed Robbery Investigation, Chase In West Charlotte

An armed robbery suspect and another were arrested after sending police on a chase Friday afternoon.

Arrest Made In Shooting That Injured A One-Year-Old Baby

Police arrested a 35-year-old man following an investigation into a shooting that injured a one-year-old baby

New Warrants Released: Madalina Cojocari’s Mother Believes She Was Sold For Money

Step Father Of Missing Madalina Cojocari Pleads Not Guilty In Court, Trial Date Set

Madalina Cojocari's step father, Christopher Palmiter, was arraigned on a superseding indictment and pleaded not guilty in court Friday morning. A jury trial date has been set for May 20th.

Woman Charged With Murder Following South Charlotte Shooting

A woman has been arrested and charged with murder following a shooting early Friday morning.

Officials: Multiple Illegal Fish Arcades In North Carolina Targeted In Raids Leading To 800 Charges

A multi-agency operation involving federal, state and local law enforcement agencies raided illegal fish arcades across North Carolina, targeting locations in Charlotte, Raleigh, Gastonia and Matthews. The warrants totaled 800 charges.

Charlotte Man Sentenced For Drug Trafficking

A Charlotte man was sentenced to 25-30 years in prison on drug trafficking charges after leading police on a high-speed vehicle chase in 2023.

Morganton Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Minor

A Morganton man is facing charges after engaging in sexual activity with a child 15 years or younger.

Suspect Charged In University City Homicide

Police have identified and arrested the suspect in connection to a homicide on Easter in the northeast Charlotte.

Dog Fatally Shot And Three Arrested During Search For Wanted Suspect

A dog was fatally shot and three people were arrested during a search warrant investigation on Thursday.

Huntersville Mother And Son Arrested For Embezzlement In Forsyth County

A mother and son from Huntersville are facing charges after being accused of embezzling over $20,000 in homeowners' premium payments.

Suspect Arrested After Police Found Over 150 Grams Of Drugs

An out-of-state fugitive was arrested in west Charlotte after police say they found approximately 161 grams of drugs in the suspect’s vehicle.

Lincolnton Woman Charged With Selling Fentanyl That Led To An Overdose Death

A federal grand jury in Charlotte indicted Madison Dare Winslow, 24, of Lincolnton, N.C., for allegedly selling fentanyl that led to an overdose death, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

SWAT Team Helps Take Armed Robbery Suspects Into Custody In South Charlotte

A SWAT situation has ended with the arrest of two armed robbery suspects in south Charlotte.

Arrest Warrant: Local Attorney Assaults Employee At Law Office, Fakes Seizure During Arrest, Spits On First Responders

A local attorney is accused of assaulting one of her employees at her law office, faking a seizure during her arrest, and spitting on multiple first responders, according to an arrest warrant.

Month Long Narcotics Investigation Results In Seven Arrests

The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office conducted a month long narcotics investigation at a residence on S. Lafeyette Street and resulted in seven arrests.

Lenoir Man's Body Found In Wilson Creek

The body of 44-year-old Michael Hallford, of Lenoir, was located submerged in Wilson Creek downstream from where his vehicle was found.

CMPD Lieutenant Arrested And Charged For Financial Crimes

A Lieutenant with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department was arrested after turning himself in for several financial fraud charges Tuesday.

Arrests Made In Multiple Breaking And Entering Cases In Lenoir

Two arrests have been made in relation to multiple breaking and entering cases in recents weeks in Lenoir and throughout Caldwell County.

Police Asking Public's Help To ID Man Accused Of Discharging Firearm At Gastonia Chuck E. Cheese

Police say they need your help identifying a man accused of accidentally discharging a weapon inside a Gastonia Chuck E. Cheese over the weekend.

Police: CMS Assistant Principal Charged With Child Abuse

The assistant principal at Walter G. Byers School, Oletha Cuevas, has been charged one count of misdemeanor child abuse and one count of communicating threats, according to a court record.

North Tryon Brinks Truck Robbery

An armed robbery involving a brinks truck occurred on North Tryon Street on Monday afternoon.

CMPD Holds First Quarter Public Safety Briefing

CMPD discusses crime in Charlotte from the first three months of the year.

Charlotte FC Supporter Group Blue Furia's President Assaulted After Game

A Charlotte FC supporter group is calling for the soccer organization to take action after its president was assaulted after Saturday's game.

Salisbury Police Department Investigating Two Homicides

Two separate homicide investigations are underway in Salisbury that occurred on April 13 and 14.

Police: Man Wanted For Murder Arrested After Violent Carjacking Attempt

Huntersville Police say they arrested a man who fit the description of an attempted robbery of vehicle with a dangerous weapon suspect.

19-Year-Old Killed In Traffic Crash

Hickory Police are investigating a fatal traffic crash on April 13 between an SUV and motorcycle that resulted in one dead.

Fentanyl Lacing Sparks Increase In Overdoses

The recent surge in overdoses across Rowan County has been attributed to the lacing of Fentanyl in various illicit substances sounding an alarm for action to address this growing public health crisis.

60-Year-Old Woman Stabbed To Death In Rock Hill, Suspect In Custody

Authorities arrested a man for allegedly stabbing a 60-year-old woman to death in Rock Hill Saturday afternoon.

Convicted Felon Sentenced For Assaulting Officers, Illegal Firearm Possession

A 32-year-old convicted felon was sentenced to 14 years in prison for illegally possessing firearms and shooting at officers during a standoff.

One Seriously Injured In Shooting Near South End

One person was injured following a shooting near South End on Saturday afternoon.

CMPD Investigating Two Isolated Homicides

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating two separate shootings Friday night that each left one person dead.

One With Life-Threatening Injuries After Overnight I-485 Crash

One person was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a crash on I-485 overnight.

Man’s Death Under Investigation In East Charlotte

Police are investigating after a man was found dead on Friday afternoon in east Charlotte.

Juvenile Arrested For Bringing A Loaded Firearm, Knife To York County High School

A juvenile was taken into custody Friday after bringing a loaded firearm and a knife to Clover High School in York County.

Charlotte Man Faces 10 Years In Prison For Domestic Violence

A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of aggravated domestic violence.

Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice Surrenders To Police On Assault Charge After High-Speed Crash

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice surrendered to police Thursday on charges including aggravated assault after he and another driver of a speeding sports car allegedly caused a crash involving a half-dozen vehicles on a Dallas highway last month.

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