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Flash Flood Watches Issued As Effects From Hurricane Michael Pose Threats To Area

The National Weather Service has already issued Flash Flood Watches for most of the WCCB viewing area in preparation for Hurricane Michael.

Victim Identified In Deadly Independence Boulevard Accident

A man has been charged after fatally striking a pedestrian with his vehicle on Independence Boulevard near Sardis Road North Thursday Morning.

Mexico To Play At Bank Of America Stadium In Charlotte

The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football announced that top-ranked Mexico is the seeded team in Group A that will play as part of a doubleheader at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday, June 23, 2019, as part of the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup.

New Clues Released In Case Of Girl Who Disappeared 18 Years Ago In Shelby

Investigators have released new clues in the Asha Degree case.

Arrest Made After Man Stabbed Near Publix Supermarket In Boone

A 41-year-old man has been arrested after police say he stabbed another man following an altercation at grocery store in Boone over the weekend.

Funeral Arrangements Set For 5-Year-Old Jace Thompson Who Passed Away After Fighting Aggressive Brain Tumor

Funeral arrangements are set for 5-year-old Jace Thompson on Thursday.

Pee Dee Prepares for Michael, As Florence Recovery Continues

As Hurricane Michael approaches, people in the Pee Dee are still recovering after the impact from Florence.

Deadly Limousine Crash in New York Raising Concerns For Safety Of Local Limo Companies

North Carolina highway patrol says there are several questions you need to ask limo companies.

Video Captures Tractor Trailer Engulfed In Flames On I-77

A video posted by @IredellFirewire on Twitter shows a tractor trailer fully engulfed in flames on I-77 southbound.

Alexander County Man Fires Multiple Shots While Threatening Authorities During 8 Hour Standoff

A 67-year-old man is facing multiple charges after reportedly shooting at officers during a nearly eight hour standoff Saturday morning.

Lane Closures Continue Due To Work On I-85 Widening Project

As work continues on the I-85 widening project in Cabarrus County, N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews are scheduling lane closures at the new Norfolk Southern overpass near the U.S. 29/U.S. 601 interchange to paint steel bridge girders.

CMS Gives Bus Drivers A Pay Raise

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced that all bus drivers would earn $15 an hour, making them the highest-paid drivers in the state.

Power Outage Off South Boulevard Leaves More Than 6,000 People In The Dark

Crews are working to restore the power in south Charlotte.

Catawba County Officials Confirm 10th Case Of Rabies For 2018

Catawba County Animal Services has confirmed the tenth case of rabies in the county this year.

Funeral Scheduled Monday For Slain Officer Terrence Carraway Who Was Shot, Killed In South Carolina Ambush

A police officer shot and killed during what authorities say was an ambush in South Carolina is being laid to rest.

FDA Bans Seven Additives Due To Cancer Concerns

The FDA is required by law to remove any food additive that has been shown to cause cancer in animals or humans at any dose.

Police Locate Man Separated From Family While Driving

Police have located the missing man who became separated from his family while driving on I-277 Friday evening.

Panthers' Reid Returns, Kneels During National Anthem

Carolina Panthers safety Eric Reid knelt during the national anthem in protest of racial and social injustice before Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.