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More Suspects Cutting Off Electronic Monitors, According To CMPD

Suspects are also committing serious crimes while wearing them.

WANTED BY CMPD: Rodavius Raysean Stewart

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is trying to find Rodavius Stewart after they say he cut off his electronic monitor Wednesday.

CMPD Charges Two Suspects In Quadruple Shooting That Left One Dead At Uptown Graduation Party

CMPD has charged two suspects in connection to a graduation party shooting that left one person dead and several injured in Uptown.

Driver Charged After Deadly Early Morning Accident Involving Motorcycle

Police have identified the motorcyclist who was killed early Wednesday morning after colliding with an SUV in Huntersville.

Hoping For Clarity, NCAA Adjusts Transfer Waiver Guidelines

Following fresh concerns about the handling of athletes switching schools, the NCAA approved several adjustments Wednesday to the guidelines used to determine when waivers can be granted to transfers seeking immediate eligibility to play.

WANTED BY CMPD: Tyrelle Dai'Shon Gaston

Police are trying to find 18-year-old Tyrelle Gaston. He is wanted for Discharging a firearm into an Occupied Dwelling.

Gaffney Man Accused Of Shooting SCHP Trooper Indicted On Federal Charge

U.S. Attorney Sherri A. Lyndon announced Wednesday that Willie Wright has been charged in a one-count federal indictment for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Loaded Gun Found On Rocky River High School Campus During Summer School

Officials say a loaded gun was found on the Rocky River High School campus after a safety screening was conducted during summer school.

Former Hornets, Bobcats Returning To Charlotte With BIG3 League This Weekend

The BIG3 3-on-3 half-court basketball league is headed back to Charlotte this weekend.

Tribe's Push To Build Casino Spurs Carolinas Political Fight

Two of the Carolinas’ most prominent American Indian tribes are battling over geography and lucrative gambling turf.

Bill Would Force Big Tech Companies to Reveal How Much They Make Selling User Data

How much is your data worth? A new bill would force top tech companies like Facebook and Google to reveal how much money they make selling the information you share.

CMPD & City Leaders Address Spike In Violent Crime

The "Break the Cycle meeting was to bring the community together, but it ended up divided. Some people had to be turned away.

CMPD Says No Charges For MCSO Deputy Accused In Deadly 2018 Domestic Dispute

CMPD says they will not pursue charges against Rataba Hawkins, who is accused of shooting and killing her husband during a domestic dispute in January of 2018.

Iredell County Woman Gets $1 Million Birthday Surprise

Christy Steele of Statesville is celebrating her birthday early this year after winning the first $1 million prize in the new $25,000,000 Casino Cash game.

Bojangles' Summer Shootout Kicks Off With The Media Mayhem School Bus Race At Charlotte Motor Speedway

Local media personalities, including WCCB Sports Anchor and Reporter Zach Aldridge, took to the track Tuesday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Media Mayhem School Bus Race presented by Lancaster BBQ.

Crews Recover 16-Year-Old Swimmer's Body From South Fork River

Rescue crews have recovered the body of a 16-year-old girl who is believed to have drowned while swimming in the South Fork River on Monday.

Rowan County Deputies Charge Known Gang Member With Trafficking Heroin

Authorities say a known gang member now faces multiple drug related charges after his arrest in a year long investigation.

Huntersville Announces New Chief Of Police

Huntersville Town Manager Anthony Roberts announced Tuesday that he selected Benson “Bence” Hoyle as the new Chief of Police for the Huntersville Police Department.