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Dunkin' Opening New Location In Charlotte, Giving Away Free Gift Cards

Dunkin’ today announced that it will open a new restaurant in Charlotte, NC at 4920 Old Sardis Road, Suite D1 on June 17th.

Autopsy Report Confirms Missing Charlotte Woman Died From Drowning In Lake Wylie

The autopsy report for Vatsla Watkins confirms that she died from drowning in Lake Wylie.

Gov. Roy Cooper Proclaims June As Pride Month

To honor the progress made in the LGBTQ rights movement, Gov. Cooper proclaimed June as LGBTQ Pride month in North Carolina.

Man Shot In Bed By SWAT Officer In Burke County Located And Arrested After Walking Out Of Medical Facility

Authorities say Johnny Kaylor was located and arrested with a firearm in Catawba County by the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office on June 7th, after previously walking out of the medical center where he was receiving medical treatment.

Medic: Three Injured After Pedestrian Struck Near Weigh Station On I-85 South

Medic says three people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries following an accident on I-85 southbound near mile marker 28.

Doby's Bridge Elementary Parents Push Back Against Fort Mill Gas Station Development

A group of upset parents filled a Fort Mill Town Council meeting to voice concerns about a development near Doby's Bridge Elementary School. Parents say fumes from the proposed gas station would flow directly onto the school playground and potentially through the school's air system.

What You Will Pay More For In Charlotte By July

Charlotte City Council quickly and unanimously passed the FY 2020 budget Monday evening.

Devastation After Widespread Flooding

Christian Maddox was stunned when he walked into his house at Riverside Drive and Lake Drive. He hasn't been there since Sunday afternoon, when the water levels on the Catawba River in Northwest Charlotte started rising.

Charlotte City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2020 budget

On Monday, Charlotte City Council adopted the $2.6 billion Fiscal Year 2020 Budget, which goes into effect on July 1.

Checkers Fans Gather To Celebrate The AHL Champions | PHOTOS

Hundreds of fans gathered Monday evening at Bojangles' Coliseum to celebrate the Charlotte Checkers winning the 2019 AHL Championship.

CMPD Seeks Ambassadors As Part Of Bridge The Difference Community Initiative

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is seeking volunteers who want to become ambassadors as part of the Bridge the Difference community engagement effort to actively contribute to the wellbeing, peace and stability of the City of Charlotte through an apolitical lens.

Catawba County Residents Impacted By Floods Can File Application For Damage Program

To assist with recovery efforts, Catawba County Emergency Services is asking Catawba County residents with storm-related damage to their home to complete a Catawba County Damage Assessment Program application.

Tony Parker Says He's Retiring From NBA After 18 Seasons

Four-time NBA champion Tony Parker announced Monday he’s retiring after 18 seasons.

Hornets' Kemba Walker Selected To 2019 USA Basketball Men's National Team Training Camp

USA Basketball Chairman and National Team Managing Director Jerry Colangelo today announced that Hornets guard Kemba Walker will be among 20 players attending the Aug. 5-9 USA Basketball Men’s National Team training camp that will be used to select the 2019 USA World Cup Team.