Hickory Police investigating homicide that left one dead and another injured
A homicide investigation is underway after two people were injured in Hickory.
School roof collapse in Pakistan kills at least 35 and injures more than 50
The roof of a private school collapsed in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar on Thursday, killing at least 34 children and a teacher and injuring more than 50 others.
Def Leppard and Goo Goo Dolls coming to Charlotte
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Joe Elliott of Def Leppard and John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls to learn more about their upcoming tour.
Police seize robot that groped 16-year-old girl, investigate whether young men were at the controls
German authorities opened an investigation into possible sexual harassment after a robot controlled by two young men touched the buttocks of a 16-year-old girl and made thrusting movements toward her, police said.
Charlotte nonprofit restores dignity, one shower at a time
A Charlotte nonprofit is helping restore dignity to people experiencing homelessness, one shower at a time.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone seized and relatives subpoenaed in criminal probe, AP source says
Federal authorities investigating Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar seized the Democratic lawmaker's phone and have issued more than a dozen grand jury subpoenas, including to some of her relatives, according to a person briefed on the probe.
Shoppers line up to celebrate Wegmans opening in Ballantyne
Charlotte’s first-ever Wegmans is officially open in Ballantyne.
911 calls released in deadly shooting of 4-year-old Caleb Flax
We're hearing 911 calls from the morning a little boy was shot and killed, sleeping inside his northwest Charlotte home.
Calls for transparency after an alleged racist text thread involving CMPD officers
WCCB has been asking the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department to confirm whether six officers have been recommended for termination after the discovery of a racist text thread.
UK prosecution labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator at opening of his sex assault trial
Russell Brand behaved as a “ruthless” sexual predator when he assaulted six women over the course of a decade, a prosecutor said Wednesday, as she opened the rape and sexual assault case against the actor-comedian.
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
A dispute between singer Kelly Clarkson and a small store in Brooklyn has brought out angry fans and heated commentary.
CMPD asking for the public's assistance locating missing person
A 58-year-old man is missing and the Charlotte–Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help.
Lawyers for Federal Reserve's Lisa Cook say White House hearing set up by Trump is 'biased'
Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook's lawyers say that a committee set up by the White House last week to investigate an accusation against her is “demonstrably biased," though they did not close the door on the possibility that she would appear before the panel.
The first new sunscreen type in 25 years has arrived on US store shelves
For the first time in more than a quarter-century, Americans have a new option when shopping for sunscreen.
Roller coaster rider's death puts spotlight on the safety of ever more thrilling rides
The horrific death of a man who was ejected from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia is drawing attention to the safety of amusement park rides that have become increasingly faster and steeper in their quest for the biggest thrill.
CMPD officer under investigation after simple assault arrest
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer has been arrested and is now under investigation.
Pope Leo is eating and walking after cancer surgery, but Latin America trip is in question
Pope Leo XIV resumed his regular diet, began walking and underwent respiratory exercises on Wednesday as he recovered from surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said.
Community members voice concerns at CMS board meeting
In the first board meeting since federal and state authorities started investigating Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools for financial irregularities, more than 50 people signed up to speak. Several people addressed the board, its decisions and its spending.
Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month
The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won't offset rising prices.
One injured after shooting incident between neighbors
An early morning shooting between two neighbors has left one injured at a Monroe apartment complex.
WCCB asks CMPD about allegations of a racist text thread between officers
WCCB has submitted an open records request to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department to find out which officers the department has recommended for termination.
Officials say major intersection will be closed for 24 hours as crews clean-up train derailment
A major intersection in our area is entirely blocked off after a train derailment.
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