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Steak 'n Shake Shooting Suspect Released From Hospital; Served Warrants For Murder

The CMPD says the Steak 'n Shake shooting suspect has been released from the hospital and is now in the custody of law enforcement.

Tom Cruise Surprises Comic-Con With "Top Gun" Sequel Trailer

Tom Cruise has made an unexpected flyby at San Diego Comic-Con to debut the first trailer for "Top Gun: Maverick."

U.S. Department Of Labor Says Hickory Restaurant Violated Federal Wage And Overtime Laws

Nara Japanese Restaurant LLC – a restaurant based in Hickory, North Carolina – has paid $28,779 in back wages to 20 employees after a U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) investigation found the employer violated minimum wage, overtime, and record keeping requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

'No Swim' Advisory For Part Of Lake Cornelius Lifted

A NO SWIMMING advisory was issued today for a single cove on Lake Cornelius located between Davidson Street in Cornelius and Catawba Avenue in Davidson.

The Shoulders Of I-77 Will Become Travel Lanes During Rush Hour

The shoulders of Interstate 77 just north of Charlotte will become travel lanes during rush hour, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

CMPD Animal Care & Control Waiving Adoption Fees For Adult Dogs

CMPD Animal Care & Control needs your help getting dogs adopted!

North Carolina Zoo Worker Dies In Fall During Drill

Officials at the North Carolina Zoo say a worker was killed after falling from a tree during a rescue drill.

New Details on Surprise Suspension of CMS Superintendent

A fingerprinting fail may be the issue the school board is building its case on, but multiple sources tell WCCB that Clayton Wilcox went rogue more than once.

Trump Says Not Happy With Backers 'Send Her Back' Chant

President Donald Trump said Thursday he was unhappy with his supporters chanting “send her back” after he assailed a young Democratic congresswoman who he’s suggested should leave the U.S.

Teacher Accused Of Sex Crimes Against Forsyth County Student

A Forsyth County teacher is being accused of having sex with a female student.

Woman Arrested In Connection With String Of Alexander County Vehicle Break-Ins

An Alexander County woman has been arrested a week after her boyfriend was arrested for a string of vehicle break-ins.

Man With Over 60 Arrests Charged With Assaulting Multiple CMPD Officers

A man with over 60 arrests in Mecklenburg County has been arrested again after the CMPD says he assaulted multiple officers Wednesday night.

Charlotte Oktoberfest Says 2019 Festival Cancelled

Charlotte Oktoberfest announced via social media that they are cancelling the 2019 festival.

Man Shouting 'You Die' Kills 33 At Japan Anime Studio

A man screaming “You die!” burst into an animation studio in Kyoto, doused it with a flammable liquid and set it on fire Thursday, killing 33 people in an attack that shocked anime fans across Japan and beyond.

House Set To Approve Phased-In $15 Fed Minimum Wage

For the first time in a decade, the House is set to approve an increase in the federal minimum wage — to $15 an hour, including for tipped workers.

Suspect Now Charged With Attempted Murder After Taylorsville Man Stabbed Multiple Times In The Head, Neck During Altercation

Deputies have now charged Jonathan Johnson with Attempted Murder.

#Trending: Little Boy Joins MLS Team With Make-A-Wish, Phillies Fan Turns Ballpark Tarp into Slip and Slide

Blake Griffin explains why it's tough for athletes to be interviewed after games, little boy joins MLS game with Make-A-Wish, a family dog helps 2 year old sleep and a fan turned the Phillies' tarp into a slip and slide!