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15 Arrested In Opioid Drug Sweep, Advocates Say Jail Not Solution

15 people are charged following a drug sweep in Rowan County.

Dilworth Residents Say They're Terrified That A Crime Spree Will Escalate

Residents are taking action. Neighbors are working together to help police catch whoever's responsible for dozens of car and home break-ins.

Two Charged With Stealing Trailer, Several Thousand Dollars' Worth Of Equipment

Lawndale man and woman charged with breaking into a Lincoln County home and stealing thousands of dollars' worth of items.

Former Rowan County Teacher Charged With Taking Indecent Liberties With Students

A former teacher at J.C. Carson High School in China Grove is facing several charges involving students.

"F--- That Car Is Moving!!!" Panthers' WR Stopped In I-77 Workzone After Preseason Opener Against Bills

A Panthers wide receiver was in too big of a hurry to get home following his return from the August 9th preseason opener against the Bills in Buffalo, according to troopers.

Novant Health Offers ‘Black And Blue Clinic’ To Address High School Sports Injuries

Just in time for the start of a new sports season, Novant Health has opened two “black and blue” clinics dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of sports-related injuries.

Video Shows Second Suspect Wanted For Saturday Morning Shooting In South Charlotte

CMPD has released a video they say shows a second suspect wanted in connection to Saturday morning's shooting in south Charlotte.

Security System Helps Rowan County Deputies Catch Breaking And Entering Suspects

A home security system reportedly helps deputies catch two breaking and entering suspects in Rowan County.

Lincoln County Inmate Facing Additional Child Sexual Assault Charges

Officials with the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office say an inmate is facing additional child sexual assault charges.

Humane Society of Charlotte: Restaurants for Rescues

The Humane Society of Charlotte is partnering with local restaurants to host it's first ever Restaurants for Rescues event tomorrow, Tuesday August 21st.

Serious Crash Shuts Down Multiple Lanes On I-85 NB Before Brookshire Blvd

A serious crash has shut down three lanes on I-85 NB on Monday.

Gastonia Home Completely Destroyed By Fire Overnight

A home was completely destroyed in Gastonia after it went up into flames early Monday.

Neighbors in Dilworth Catch Prowlers on Camera

Neighbors in Dilworth say they are fed up with prowlers trying to break-in to homes and cars. New surveillance video shows the latest attempt. In that video, the suspect seems to know there's a camera, but doesn't care, only briefly covering his face!