Mooresville Police Dept. dedicates new fallen officer memorial
On Tuesday, the Mooresville Police Department dedicated a new fallen officer memorial. The department also held its annual ceremony remembering officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Queen University swimmer killed in car crash over the weekend
A member of the men's swim team at Queens University has died in a car crash.
Gastonia Police release surveillance video of deadly encounter with officers
Gastonia Police have released surveillance video of a deadly encounter with officers. The shooting happened at Jakob's Food Mart in January.
Meck. Co. DA clears 2 CMPD officers involved in deadly shooting of crime spree suspect
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's office has cleared two CMPD officers who shot and killed a suspect accused in a crime spree from last October.
Future of 77 toll lanes project uncertain after surprise vote in Charlotte
Charlotte city council has changed course on a controversial NCDOT project. The future of the $3.2 billion dollar project remains uncertain after Charlotte City Council voted to rescind its support in a meeting Monday night.
Ramsey Creek Beach in Cornelius will not open Memorial Day weekend
Ramsey Creek Beach in Cornelius won't be opening for the season on Memorial Day weekend, as it usually would.
Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court
President Donald Trump's efforts to reshape U.S. House districts have seen mixed outcomes. South Carolina senators defied his push Tuesday, while Missouri's top court upheld a new map backed by Trump that could benefit Republicans in the midterm elections.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29
βWe are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke. Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the greater Memphis community will not be forgotten," the Grizzlies said in a statement. "We express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.β
Rising Spotlight: Charlotte Independence
In this weekβs Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Clay Dimick, team captain and number 17 defender for the Charlotte Independence, about the 2026 season and their upcoming "Salute To Sacrifice Night", happening this Friday, May 15 at 7:30pm.
Hegseth faces bipartisan grilling about weapons drawdown during the Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administrationβs end game for the Iran war, the rising cost of the conflict and its impact on diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles.
The Iran war is hitting home as gasoline prices fuel inflation surge of 3.8% in the US
U.S. consumer prices climbed a sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher. The Labor Department reported Tuesday that its consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025. On a month-to-month basis, April prices were up 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4%.
Ship operator and employee are charged in crash that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore bridge
Prosecutors have charged the operator of the ship that crashed into Baltimoreβs Francis Scott Key Bridge leading to the deaths of six construction workers in March 2024. A key employee is also charged.
Amazon looks to redefine a need for speed with 30-minute deliveries
Amazon is rapidly opening store-sized delivery hubs in dozens of U.S. and foreign cities to fulfill customersβ most urgent product needs in 30 minutes or less. The e-commerce titan's ultrafast Amazon Now service first launched in India last June. Amazon says it's now also available in five other countries and is expanding in the U.S.
Tasty Tuesday: Hope Haven announces top chefs and creators for event
The event is happening on Friday, May 15 at The Forum at Hope Haven from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Up 'n Adam: "Remarkably Bright Creatures" at SEA LIFE
Adam Wurtzel went to SEA LIFE in Concord to get a glimpse at some "Remarkably Bright Creatures," which is also the title of a new Netflix film which takes place in an aquarium.
Trump says he'll move to suspend federal gasoline tax. He can't do it on his own
President Donald Trump is moving to suspend the federal tax on gasoline to help Americans shoulder surging fuel prices caused by the Iran war. The president can't suspend the federal tax on his own. Congress would have to approve the move.
Police: Massive apartment fire in NW Charlotte was intentionally set
Police say an apartment fire in northwest Charlotte was intentionally set. It broke out just after 10:00 Saturday morning on Dundeen Street, off Beatties Ford Road.
Investigators: Husband and wife die in massive house fire near China Grove
Crews arrived just before midnight Sunday to find the home fully-engulfed on Saw Road off Highway 152. That's near China Grove.
Local teacher charged with child abuse and assault
Deputies say they began investigating 42-year-old Christina McCarthy after an incident involving a student under the age of 12 on May 8th.
Kings Mountain Police searching for man they say entered home with a sawed-off shotgun
They say Michael Wilson entered an occupied home, armed with a sawed-off shotgun. It happened in the Lake Montonia area, just before 6:00 Monday morning.
Monroe Police arrest man for impersonating an officer and using blue lights on his truck
On Thursday, 911 callers reported a man driving recklessly while running blue lights from his truck. An officer quickly located 58-year-old Sean Alexander and pulled him over.
Jennifer Roberts says she wants to serve as interim mayor after Vi Lyles steps down
In a letter posted on X, Roberts says she would bring her experience as former Mayor from 2015 to 2017 and as County Commission Chair to the job.
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