Baxter-Fort Mill Spring Fest And St. Patrick's Parade Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns
The Baxter-Fort Mill Spring Fest and St. Patrick's Parade have been cancelled amid coronavirus community spread concerns.
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Coronavirus Hotlines Open For S.C., N.C. Residents Including Specific Lines For Gaston and Mecklenburg County
On Thursday, the county opened a Coronovirus hotline for Mecklenburg County residents. People who think they might have symptoms or have questions can call: 980-314-9400
Mistakenly Released Inmate From Gaston County Located
According the Gaston County Police Department, Kyle Auten, who was mistakenly released from Gaston County Jail in February, has been located.
With Primary Concession, Holley Wins Democratic Lt Gov Nod
North Carolina voters are poised to make history in November electing an African American as lieutenant governor for the first time now that a legislator won the Democratic nomination.
Missing Davidson Teen Located And Safe
Missing 16-year-old from Davidson has now been located and is safe, according to officials.
Volunteer Fire Departments Fighting to Stay Open Amid Funding Issues
Two long-time volunteer fire departments are fighting to stay open in Mecklenburg County. Department leaders got a chance to make their case to County Commissioners on Tuesday night.
Mother Of Teen Shot In West Charlotte Says Daughter Was Targeted
19-year-old Brianna Stephenson died Monday from her injuries
Cabarrus County Cancels Senior Health And Wellness Expo Due To Coronavirus
Cabarrus County has canceled the Wednesday, March 11th Senior Health and Wellness Expo at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center following the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services recommendation that those over 65 or those with underlying health conditions avoid large gatherings.
Woman Killed In Traffic Accident Involving Tractor Trailer In Salisbury
Police say a woman from Salisbury was killed in a wreck involving a tractor trailer.
Kyle Allen Signs One-Year Extension With Panthers
Quarterback Kyle Allen, who was set to become an exclusive rights free agent, has signed a one-year contract.
Teenager Dies Following Drive-By Shooting In West Charlotte
The 19-year-old victim of a drive-by shooting in west Charlotte has died due to her injuries. Stephenson was pronounced dead on March 9. This case is now being investigated as a homicide.
Family Asks For Public’s Help After Man Dies In Rock Hill Police Custody
On Monday night the family of a man who died in police custody in Rock Hill raised money to conduct their own autopsy.
CANCELED: WCCB Charlotte's CW To Air NCHSAA Basketball State Championship Games
The NCHSAA Basketball State Championships have been postponed indefinitely due to the threat from the coronavirus.
Man Killed In 20-Foot Jump At Burke County Motocross Event
A North Carolina man died Sunday when he crashed a dirt bike after jumping 20 feet (6 meters) into the air during a motocross event, authorities confirmed Sunday.
WANTED: Jeremiah Fincher
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jeremiah Fincher who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
WANTED: Billy Simpson
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Billy Simpson who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Parents Upset About Plan to Cut Number of Classrooms at New High Schools
CMS leaders are defending plans to cut the number of classrooms in three new high schools. Parents accuse the district of breaking its promise to voters who passed the 2017 bond.
Coronavirus Impacts In The Charlotte Area
There are no cases in the Charlotte region. A man from Spartanburg county, who passed through Charlotte-Douglas Airport on his way home from Italy, has a confirmed case of coronavirus. He did not have any symptoms while at the airport.
Five More People In Wake County Test Positive For Coronavirus, Says NC Health Dept.
Five more people in Wake County tested presumptively positive Monday for coronavirus, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
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