Update: Parents Start Petition Demanding School Safety Changes
Three weapons discovered on three Charlotte-Mecklenburg School campuses Tuesday.
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I-77 Toll Lane Construction Deadline Extended
Some bad news if your commute takes you through the I-77 construction zone. Work on the controversial toll lane project could take nearly a year longer than expected.
Norfolk Southern Railroad To Temporarily Close Westinghouse Boulevard Crossings
Scheduled track maintenance will require Norfolk Southern Railroad to close five crossings along Westinghouse Boulevard next week, weather permitting.
Albemarle Police Issue Warrants On Man Wanted For Shooting At Officer With AK-47
Albemarle Police have identified the suspect wanted for shooting a rifle at officers as Jeremiah McDougald, of Broadway, NC.
Police Seize Taser From Eastway Middle School Student
Police say a 13-year-old boy was in possession of a pocket taser Tuesday afternoon at Eastway Middle School.
Hugh McManaway Statue Unveiled In Myers Park
The Hugh McManaway statue was unveiled Tuesday afternoon at the corner of Providence Road and Queens Road.
Speedway Christmas By The Numbers: Millions Of Lights, Thousands Of Cars, Countless Memories Made
When Charlotte Motor Speedway opens its doors for the eighth annual Speedway Christmas presented by Disconnect and Drive this weekend, fans will be treated to the biggest and brightest holiday lights spectacle yet at the iconic speedway.
CMS: Student Facing Charges After Having Gun At East Meck High School
Officials with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System say a student is being charged for having a gun at East Meck High School.
3 Teens Charged After Social Media Threat Prompts Lockdown At Olympic High School
Olympic High School is on lockdown as a precaution due to a threat on social media, Charlotte-Mecklenburg School officials say.
Matthews Commissioners Approve Controversial Housing Project
Neighbors in Matthews losing their battle to stop a controversial housing project. Commissioners approved a developer's plan to build 12 new homes near the center of downtown.
NC Mountain Ski Slopes Opening Early Thanks To Below Average Temps, Boosting Local Economies
Sugar Mountain is officially open, and while that is good news for skiers, it's even better news for the local economy.
Charlotte Comic Community Remembers Stan Lee
People around the world and in Charlotte are remembering Stan Lee, the legendary man behind many Marvel comics. Lee was the visionary behind Spider-Man, Daredevil, The Incredible Hulk, and others.
David Pearson, NASCAR's Silver Fox, Dies At 83
Legendary NASCAR driver and Hall of Famer David "The Silver Fox" Pearson died Monday at the age of 83.
Off-Duty Pineville Police Officer Hit By Vehicle While Directing Traffic
A Pineville Police officer is recovering after reportedly being hit while directing traffic Monday evening.
CMPD Chief Kicks Off "Bridging Difference" Campaign Ahead of RNC
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief wants to build bridges in the community, ahead of the Republican National Convention.
Novant Health Shows How Veterans’ Skills Translate Into Patient Care
Novant Health's core values – compassion, diversity and inclusion, personal excellence, courage and teamwork – are values veterans also embody through their service.
Panthers Waive C.J. Anderson
It became clear over the first couple months of the season that running back C.J. Anderson had a very small role to play for the Panthers, which wasn’t what he envisioned when he signed a one-year deal this offseason.
Join A Night Of Stand-Up Comedy In The Queen City To Help Families Impacted By Recent Hurricanes
The Factory Comedy Room will be hosting "Hurricanes Blow," a benefit show to raise money for families affected by the recent hurricanes in North Carolina, on Saturday, November 17th at 9pm.
SHP Increases Patrols During Thanksgiving Holiday
As family and friends prepare for the Thanksgiving Holiday period, the State Highway Patrol is also making preparations of its own in hopes of ensuring safe travel.
