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CMPD Says New York Murder Suspect Is Believed To Have Fled To North Carolina

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police along with New York State Police are asking for the public's help with locating a man who is wanted for murder.

Rising Spotlight: Kawann Short, Neiman Marcus Team Up For Charity Event Benefiting S.T.E.M. Education

Defensive lineman Kawann Short from the Carolina Panthers is teaming up with Neiman Marcus and the House of Creed for a special Charity event. Short and Megin Turcotte from Neiman Marcus joined Rising to tell us more about the upcoming event, which benefits S.T.E.M. education for kids.

Statesville Police Say Foul Play Suspected In "Senseless Death" Of 25-Year-Old Woman

Police in Statesville, North Carolina, say foul play is suspected after a 25-year-old woman was found dead Thursday afternoon. Now they are asking for the members of the community to come forward with information.

Panthers' McCaffrey Pulls Out Of Pro Bowl; Kamara In

Panthers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey has pulled out of the Pro Bowl after a memorable season.

Charlotte Stays Undefeated In Conference Play, Beats Marshall

The Charlotte 49ers passed their first road conference test. Charlotte downed Marshall 77-75 Thursday night to improve to 4-0 in Conference USA.

Neighborhood Leaders React to Recent Violence In Charlotte's Druid Hills Neighborhood

Leaders in the Druid Hills community are working to restore the neighborhood's reputation, saying the recent homicides are not the norm.

CMPD Conducted Two Traffic Safety Operations Which Led To Numerous Charges

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Transportation Unit led two traffic safety operations including a Seat Belt Safety Operation on Thursday.

CMPD Animal Care and Control Is Honoring Luke Kuechly's Accomplishments With Special Adoption Promotion

CMPD Animal Care & Control (AC&C) is working to honor newly retired Carolina Panther Luke Kuechly with a special adoption promotion.

Two Teens Charged In Southwest Charlotte Carjacking

Officers with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department charged two 17-year-old teens for carjacking a man in the Ashford Place Community in southwest Charlotte.

North Carolina Sen. Tillis Seeks 5 TV Debates With Democrat

North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis on Wednesday proposed holding five televised debates with the Democratic nominee, starting this spring.

The Brooks' Family Announces Reopening Date Of The Brooks' Sandwich House

The Brooks' Family held a news conference on Thursday addressing the reopening of Brooks' Sandwich House on February 1 as well as any safety concerns moving forward.

Charlotte Knights To Extend Protective Netting At BB&T Ballpark

The Charlotte Knights are extending the protective netting at BB&T Ballpark.

Electronic Monitoring Arrest Leads To Discovery Of Over 200 Grams Of Marijuana, Stolen Gun During Search

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says officers serving arrests orders on an electronic monitoring suspect discovered marijuana, guns, cash, and drug paraphernalia following a search of the residence he was located at.

Fifth Arrest Has Been Made In Connection To Off-Duty CMPD Officer Shooting

In addition to previous arrests, CMPD has now arrested a fifth suspect in the off-duty officer shooting case.

Rozier Leads Hornets With 20 Points In 100-86 Loss To Nuggets

Terry Rozier scored 20 points for the Hornets, who wrapped up a winless four-game trip.

Man Found Dead Following 8-Hour Stand Off In Ashe County

Deputies say a man has died following an eight-hour stand off in Ashe County.

26th Annual MLK Holiday Breakfast

The 26th annual MLK Holiday Breakfast to benefit the McCrorey YMCA.

Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Flu Season Awareness

The flu season is hitting high gear, and it will continue until the spring. But there are many misconceptions about the flu. Here to clear up some of those ideas about vaccines, treatment and recovery is Dr. Robert Lejawa, a Novant Health family physician.