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New CMS Superintendent To Make "Equity" a Main Focus

The new superintendent of Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools was sworn in on Tuesday night. Earnest Winston ill be the 5th superintendent in a little more than 8 years.

Naked Man Watering Lawn Upsets Neighbors in East Charlotte

Neighbors say they're fed up with a man walking around naked in his front yard. They tell WCCB Charlotte they've seen too much and want something done.

Teen Charged After Threat Of Mass Shooting Reported At West Iredell High School

Deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff's Office say they charged a 14-year-old for making threats of a mass shooting at West Iredell High School.

Deputies: Citizen Hits Robbery Suspect With Vehicle In Morganton

Just before 1:00 am Monday, authorities say a man, later identified as Andrew Michael Davis, 22, entered the Shop and Save at the corner of Pax Hill Rd and robbed the business with a handgun.

Rock Hill Police Officer Accidentally Fires Weapon At Police Station

Police say an officer with the Rock Hill Police Department accidentally discharged his weapon in an office at the Rock Hill Police Department Law Center.

Alexander County Man Charged With Taking Indecent Liberties With A Child

A man from Union Grove is accused of sexually assaulting a child, according to the Alexander County Sheriff's Office.

Three People Dead, One Injured In Domestic Related Shooting In Hickory

Three people are dead and one person is recovering after being shot multiple times in a domestic related shooting in Hickory, according to the Hickory Police Department.

No Fighting Allowed At Panthers Joint Practice With Bills

Thirteen down. Two more practices to go for the Panthers. Training camp may be winding down, but the intensity is about to heat up in Spartanburg. The Panthers…

Weddington Homeowners Find Alligator In Backyard

The Union County Sheriff's Office says an alligator was found in the backyard of a home in Weddington over the weekend.

Dirt Bike Rider Killed in Crash During Police Pursuit

We're learning more about a deadly dirt bike crash in West Charlotte. The man who died was part of a large group of ATV and dirt bike riders being pursued by police.

CMPD Investigating Homicide At Apartment Complex In Steele Creek

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that happened at an apartment complex in the Steele Creek area.

Enjoy Free Concerts And Movies?! Blumenthal Has You Covered!

Grab your lawn chair and head out to Blumenthal's free events: Sounds on the Square and Movie Nights at Seventh and Tryon!

Chick-fil-A Adds A Cheesy Classic To Menu Nationwide

Mac & Cheese launches as first new side since 2016 along with new Frosted Caramel seasonal treat.

Woman Charged Following SWAT Situation In Gaston County

A woman was arrested following a SWAT situation in Gaston County.

Gov. Cooper Signs Gun Safety Executive Directive

Governor Roy Cooper today signed a new gun safety Executive Directive and updated the public on recent action taken to strengthen firearm purchase background checks.

Carolina Renaissance Festival Is Now Hiring

Autumn is around the corner and with it comes the Carolina Renaissance Festival. The Festival hires 350 seasonal employees on an annual basis. Seasonal employees will have the opportunity to hawk turkey legs and ale, sell admission tickets, greet guests, and more.