Suspected drug dealer charged following overdose death in Monroe
A suspected drug dealer is in jail charged in connection to the overdose death of a man in Monroe. Police arrested 52-year-old Fredrick Bivens on Saturday.
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Man arrested in connection to May shooting in Salisbury
A Salisbury man is in jail, charged in connection with a shooting that happened back in May.
17-year-old shot, killed in Rock Hill
A homicide investigation is underway in Rock Hill after a 17-year-old was shot and killed on Friday night.
One person stabbed near UNC Charlotte's campus
One person was transported to the hospital after being stabbed near UNC Charlotteβs campus.
Governor Josh Stein joins state officials to reopen Chimney Rock State Park
Chimney Rock State Park is reopening exactly nine months after Hurricane Helene swept through the region. At the reopening, Governor Stein will announce a new tourism initiative in partnership with Visit NC.
Jury indicts man accused of blowing up his Dilworth home
Prosecutors say Michael Barnette poured gasoline throughout his Lombardy Circle home before setting it on fire last month.
Lake Norman is among the best Fourth of July fishing destinations for 2025
Lake Norman is on the list among the best U.S. fishing destinations for the Fourth of July 2025
Mother arrested after deputies say her 9-month-old baby suffered a drug overdose and dog bite
33-year-old Hali Nichols of Lenoir faces felony child abuse charges and remains behind bars on a $200,000 bond.
Morganton man charged after toddler is shot in foot
Investigators say 57-year-old Danny Berry of Morganton is charged with failure to secure a firearm and felony possession of a firearm by a felon.
Local police working with ICE for operation at a business in Kings Mountain
The Kings Mountain Police Department says it is helping Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents with a Homeland Security Investigation at a fire equipment company.
Deputies: Infant suffers drug overdose and dog bite in Caldwell County
Deputies say a 9-month-old infant is in a Charlotte-area hospital after an apparent drug overdose and injuries consistent with a dog bite.
3-year-old shot in foot by unsecured gun in Burke County
A 3 year old is in the hospital after being shot with an unsecured gun.
Monroe Police charge man in deadly hit-and-run
33-year-old Russell McCall, Junior is charged with felony hit and run and driving with a revoked license. Police say McCall hit 59-year-old Carolina-Sanchez Villa early Sunday morning, and left the scene.
16-year-old in hospital recovering after drive-by-shooting in Monroe
A 16-year-old is in the hospital recovering after a drive-by shooting in Monroe. Police believe the teen is one of the suspects, and accidently got shot by an accomplice.
Six people now facing more charges in deadly mass shooting in Catawba Co.
Six people are now facing more charges in connection to the deadly mass shooting in Catawba County. A seventh person has also been charged with four counts of accessory after the fact.
One person dead after shooting in east Charlotte
One person died Tuesday evening after a shooting in east Charlotte. Medic confirmed the shooting happened on Milton Road.
From Mow Money to Mo' Problems: Lawn guy arrested for throwing massive party at client's Weddington house
Imagine hiring a Charlotte man to mow your lawn only to find out he is throwing a massive party at your house in Weddington while you are on vacation. That's exactly what Union County deputies say happened over the weekend.
Indictments expected Tuesday in Catawba Co. mass shooting investigation
Officials say they will announce indictments for several of the suspects Tuesday morning. They will also give an update on the investigation.
Parents plead guilty after their son is hit, killed by car in Gastonia
Samuele Jenkins and Jessica Ivey pleaded guilty Monday to felony child abuse and the district attorney dropped involuntary manslaughter charges.
19-year-old shoots friend, charged with involuntary manslaughter
A 19-year-old has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after shooting his friend on Saturday.
Man arrested after firing assault rifle from Monroe apartment balcony
A man is custody after shooting an assault rifle from the balcony of an apartment complex in Monroe on Saturday night.
Police investigating homicide near NoDa
Police are conducting a homicide investigation after one person was shot and killed near NoDa early Sunday morning.
Staffers charged with assaulting facility residents
Two men who work at a developmental center in Morganton were charged after being accused of assaulting two residents of the center.
One person shot in afternoon shooting on North Church Street
One person is in the hospital after a shooting in north Charlotte just outside of Uptown.
Guilty verdict for man accused of killing Deidre Reid
A guilty verdict for the man accused of killing a mother of three from Pageland. On Thursday, a jury in Chesterfield County convicted Emanuel Bedford in the 2021 murder of Deidre Reid.
Crime Scene Investigators work Charlotte's latest shooting
The scene was at Rex Chapman Road off Milton Road at the Sycamore Station apartments. MEDIC confirms it took one person to the hospital with life threatening injuries.
UPDATE: Woman found dead under water in west Charlotte identified
A woman found dead under water in west Charlotte has been identified as 46-year-old Sarah Ward.
Police: Man exposed himself to child at local skate park
A man is facing charges after CMPD say he exposed himself to a child at a park. Police arrested and charged Gabriel Hamrick with indecent exposure on Tuesday.
Man sentenced to life in prison after 2019 murder of local cell phone shop owner
Elchin Khalilov was 29-years-old when he was killed. Tyrone Miller was found guilty of first degree murder and several other charges.
Six now charged in "especially violent" assault and kidnapping in Union Co.
In late February, Union County Sheriffβs deputies found a man severely beaten on Hayes Road. He was naked in 20 degree weather, and had his hands tied behind his back.
Shooting threat leads to lockdown of Lincolnton businesses and city offices
Some downtown buildings and city offices in Lincolnton were on a precautionary lockdown Tuesday afternoon, according to a city official.
UPDATE: Former Charlotte hotel where woman and baby were found dead is closing
A former Charlotte hotel that had been used as a drug recovery center is closing following the deaths of a woman and a baby.
Driver charged with DUI after crash that killed woman in Gastonia
A 21-year-old driver is charged with Felony Death by Mother Vehicle, DUI, Failing to Stop at a Steady Red Signal, and Reckless Driving after a crash that killed a woman in Gastonia Monday night.
One person hurt in north Charlotte shooting
One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries following a shooting Monday afternoon in north Charlotte.
Woman charged with attempted murder in Monroe, man still wanted
A 66-year-old man is recovering after he was stabbed several times in Monroe over the weekend. Police arrested a woman and are still looking for a man in connection to the stabbing.
Suspect arrested after convenience store shooting in Gastonia
A man is in custody accused of shooting a convenience store clerk in Gastonia and a man at a gathering in Forest City on Friday. Christian Campbell faces several charges in connection to the shootings.
CMPD investigating homicide in east Charlotte
One person is dead after a homicide in east Charlotte on Saturday night.
CMPD: Two arrested, one injured after conclusion of "No Kings" protest in Uptown Charlotte
CMPD says that after the conclusion of the rally, a smaller group of approximately 200 individuals, who were not affiliated with the event organizers, remained in the Uptown area and engaged in additional marches resulting in two arrests.
UPDATE: Man shot and killed at apartment complex in Indian Land identified
The coroner says 26-year-old Justin Pullom is the man found shot to death Thursday morning in the parking lot at the Parkstone at Indian Land apartments.
UPDATE: Sixth suspect arrested in connection to Catawba Co. mass shooting
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office says Charles Rodell Kincaid III is charged with attempted first degree murder in connection to the June 1, 2025 mass shooting.
Person killed at Charlotte apartment complex
One person died after a shooting at an apartment complex in the University City area Wednesday night, according to police.
Republican SC House member charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
A Republican South Carolina House member has been arrested and charged with 10 counts of distributing sexual abuse material involving children.
SC pastor and his wife face disturbing child abuse allegations
Myron Chorbajian is accused of performing sexual acts with children and beating them. Police say his wife Kathy was aware of the abuse, and did not attempt to stop it.
Judge lowers bond for Gastonia parents charged in their son's death
A Gaston County judge has lowered the bond for Samuele Jenkins and Jessica Ivey. A judge initially set their bond at $1.5 million each.
Cellphones found at scene of Catawba Co. house party shooting
According to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office, investigative agencies have recovered a number of cell phones at the scene on Walnut Acres Drive. The phones appear to have been lost during the attack.
Woman charged after 7-month-old foster child dies in hot minivan
A baby left inside a minivan in Hamlet died from exposure to excessive heat, according to police. The child's foster mother, Djuna Bostick, is charged with involuntary manslaughter and child abuse.
UPDATE: 12 hurt after fight inside south Charlotte fast food restaurant
A fight inside the McDonald's on South Tyron Street ended with 12 people hurt, three of which were taken to the hospital Tuesday morning. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say the fight happened just before 10:30 am and that no deadly weapon was used.
Pentagon draws up rules on possible use of force by Marines deployed to LA protests
The Pentagon was scrambling Monday to establish rules to guide U.S. Marines who could be faced with the rare and difficult prospect of using force against citizens on American soil.
Pineville Police looking for shooter who hurt 1 during illegal street takeover
Police in Pineville are investigating a shooting that happened during an illegal street takeover. Investigators say it happened just after 4 Sunday morning in the Park Road area.
Driver wanted for hitting and killing man pushing bicycle in Clover
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking for a driver who hit and killed a man early Sunday morning.
Two charged after Gastonia man killed in his front yard
Two men are charged in connection to the deadly shooting of a man who police say happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time in Gastonia.
4 Catawba County mass shooting suspects expected in court Monday
Toland Huff Junior, Zachary Bates, Izaiah Mitchell, and Keβandre Mack are facing a judge after more charges were added on Friday.
Search for shooter after 2 people hurt in drive-by shooting in Monroe
A drive-by shooting in Monroe sent two people to the hospital Sunday night. The shooting happened around 11 pm at a house on E. East Avenue.
Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'
Cybersecurity investigators noticed a highly unusual software crash β it was affecting a small number of smartphones belonging to people who worked in government, politics, tech and journalism.
Outlaw Motorcycle Club House shooting leaves one dead, one critically injured in Newton
One person is dead and another person is in critical condition following a shooting at the Outlaw Motorcycle Club House, according to Newton Police.
Person shot during street takeover in Pineville shopping center parking lot
Authorities say a person was shot after a fight broke out during an illegal street takeover in Pineville.
Protesters and immigration authorities face off for a second day in LA area after arrests
Tear gas and smoke filled the air on the southern outskirts of Los Angeles on Saturday as confrontations between immigration authorities and demonstrators extended into a second day.
Lincoln County man charged after shooting at neighboring homes
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man who fired shots at neighbor's homes while they were still occupied.
Names and charges piling up as investigators work "fast-moving" and "complex" investigation of deadly Catawba Co. house party
Detectives have so far named eight people they say are connected to the deadly event. Those people face charges ranging from attempted murder to accessory after the fact to promoting underage drinking.
Woman charged in connection to Catawba County mass shooting
Authorities say they arrested a woman connected to the Catawba County mass shooting.
Catawba Co. Sheriff says "it's infuriating" that judge gave bond to attempted murder suspect
Authorities say Garon Killian fired shots into a crowd early Sunday morning, killing one person and injuring 11 others. Law enforcement agencies are outraged at the bond amount, which was set against the recommendation of the district attorney.
Prayer vigil for 7-year-old girl shot in head while sleeping
Pageland, SC police say that drive-by shooting happened around one Sunday morning on Brewer Circle. Skylar Baker was airlifted to the hospital.
Toddler shot by unsecured gun in Charlotte apartment
A 2-year-old boy has serious injuries after he was shot with an unsecured gun.
Man arrested after mass shooting in Catawba County
An arrest has been made in connection to a mass shooting that killed one man and left 11 others hurt.Β
7-year-old girl in critical condition after drive-by shooting in Pageland
Investigators are asking anyone in the area that has cameras outside to contact police and share the footage.
2 arrested at Randolph Middle School, accused of attacking staff & trespassing
A mother is facing charges after warrants say she attacked the principal of Randolph Middle School and choked the superintendent. The incident happened on May 5.
Tiawana Brown's daughter asks judge for permission to travel to Jamaica despite federal charges
A daughter of Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown, who has also been indicted on fraud charges, is asking a federal judge if she can go to Jamaica.
First look at suspected gunman accused of killing 1 and injuring an officer
We are getting our first look at the teen who died in a shootout with Monroe Police over the weekend. Officers shot and killed Joshua Sikes following a chase after he shot an officer early Saturday morning.
Third person arrested in connection to stolen dog
20-year-old Tahari Taylor was arrested on Friday in connection to the theft of Julio, a 6-year-old French Bulldog.Β Taylor is one of at least three people arrested in the case.
Man charged after argument leads to shooting in Rock Hill
An argument between two people ended with a man in the hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to his hip, police say.
Officer injured and 18-year-old homicide suspect killed after shootout with police
An 18-year-old homicide suspect is dead and an officer is recovering after a shooting, according to Monroe Police.
Suspect arrested in north Charlotte shooting
A suspect has been arrested in connection to a north Charlotte shooting on Saturday.
One dead, three injured in multi-car crash
One person died and three others were injured in a three-car collision in Iredell County on Saturday night.
One dead, 11 hurt in Catawba County mass shooting
One person is dead and nearly a dozen more are injured from a mass shooting in Hickory early Sunday morning.
One dead, one injured from single-vehicle wreck in Mooresville
One person is dead and another is recovering following a single-vehicle crash in Mooresville on Friday night.
Former officer charged with straw purchasing firearm
A former Gastonia Police officer is facing new federal charges after authorities say she bought a gun and gave it to someone else.
CMPD investigating two overnight homicides
CMPD is investigating a pair of overnight homicides, both in north Charlotte.
Armed suspect killed after shooting Monroe police officer
A suspect was shot and killed after allegedly shooting a Monroe police officer early Saturday morning.
Witnesses say shots fired at woman, baby in east Charlotte
Witnesses tell our crew 3 people wearing ski masks walked up to a nearby playground and started firing shots. The witnesses tell us the target appeared to be a woman pushing a baby in a stroller.
Driver arrested after hitting bicyclist in Boone and leaving the scene
A man is facing several charges after police say he hit a bicyclist with his truck and left the scene. The accident happened on Thursday on US Highway 421 and Bamboo Road in Boone.
Missing girl and biological mother with active warrants found in Charlotte
A four-year-old girl reported missing in Huntersville has been found safe in Charlotte with her biological mother.
CMPD arrests man they say is seen on video trying to strangle an Uber driver
Police say Sean Smith attacked Osvaldo Rivera from the back seat. Smith is charged with strangulation and two counts of simple assault.
Parents charged after their child is killed while trying to cross the street, police say "adults must be held accountable."
Jessica Ivey and Samuele Jenkins are facing charges in connection with their child's death. Their charges include involuntary manslaughter and felony child neglect.
Road rage incident spills off of I-77, leads to shooting in Statesville neighborhood
The search continues for a suspect after a road rage incident ends in a shootout. It happened around two Thursday afternoon in a Statesville neighborhood. That neighborhood is near I-77, on Wall Street.
Teen dies after triple-shooting in n. Charlotte, suspect's charges upgraded
A man has now been charged with murder in the death of a 16-year-old boy. The boy died days after a triple-shooting in north Charlotte. It happened Friday night on Stroud Court.
UPDATE: Victim and suspect in north Charlotte murder identified
A triple shooting in north Charlotte is now a homicide after police say a teenage victim died from his injuries.
Animal advocacy group calls for more charges in burning possum case
Officers arrested 30-year-old Cameron Torrence earlier this month and charged him with animal cruelty. He's the only one charged, despite many believing there were multiple people involved.
Monroe Police K9 tracks and finds 2 suspected teen car thieves
Police say Narco followed the scent of the teen suspects through the woods and a field for a mile before finding them.
2 arrested for kidnapping a toddler in south Charlotte
Donnell Cochran and Tanika Barnes are both charged with first-degree kidnapping and felony conspiracy. Cochrane also faces cocaine charges and firearms charges.
Questions remain in Lenoir infant daycare death
A baby who died at a Lenoir daycare facility was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon. Sixteen month old Madolyn βMaddyβ Mitchell died at Creative Beginnings daycare back on May 19th.
Monroe Police K9 catches 14-year-old car theft suspect
Two teenage car theft suspects are in custody thanks to Monroe Police K9 Narco. Police say Narco followed the scent of the suspects through the woods and a field for a mile before finding them.
Memorial Day shooting sends one to the hospital with life-threatening injuries
One person is facing life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Westpark Drive in south Charlotte. It happened at an apartment complex around 2pm on Memorial Day.
Tuesday funeral for toddler who died at Lenoir daycare
A funeral is set for the 16-month-old who died last week at a Lenoir daycare facility. Maddy Amara-Serenity Mitchell will be laid to rest Tuesday afternoon at Water Life Church.
10 people shot at holiday weekend party on South Carolina boat
Ten people were shot during a fight that started on a private boat holding a holiday weekend party Sunday night on the South Carolina coast, authorities said.
CMPD investigating homicide in north Charlotte
One person died in a shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday night.
Large police presence outside arcade in east Charlotte
A late-night crime scene outside the Freedom Arcade at North Sharon Amity Road and Albemarle Road. That's in east Charlotte.
Local school custodian arrested, charged with assaulting a student
A school custodian has been arrested. Alan Pryor is charged with assault and battery on a student. Pryor turned himself into police on Friday.
Friday afternoon shooting sends 2 to the hospital with life-threatening injuries
It happened around 5:30 Friday evening on Stroud Park Court.
Charlotte City Councilwoman, 2 daughters make first appearance in federal court
Tiawana Brown and her daughters pleaded not guilty Friday on multiple federal charges related to $124,000 of fraudulently obtained PPP loans.
Increased reward in Asha Degree investigation
There is now an increased reward for information in the disappearance of 9-year-old Asha Degree. The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office announced the increased reward, totaling $75,000 on Friday.
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