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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Closing Monday Due To Hurricane Florence

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will be closed on Monday, September 17th, due to the expected impacts of Hurricane Florence.

City Of Charlotte And Mecklenburg County Offices Closed Monday

All city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County offices will be closed Monday, September 17th due to Hurricane Florence.

Police: Two Men Charged After Robbing Harrisburg Wells Fargo Last Month

Two men are arrested after authorities say they worked together to rob a bank last month in Harrisburg.

Search Underway For Two Men Involved In Kings Mountain Armed Robbery

A man was held at gunpoint and robbed in Kings Mountain early Friday.

Fire Breaks Out At Idlewild Volunteer Fire Department In Matthews

A fire broke out at the firehouse at the Idlewild Volunteer Fire Department in Matthews on Friday.

Islamic Center Of Charlotte Opens Its Doors For Hurricane Florence Relief

The Islamic Center of Charlotte is partnering with several organizations to give aid and comfort for victims of Hurricane Florence.

Helping Seniors Prepare For Hurricane Florence

With millions of people facing the threat of Hurricane Florence, Home Instead Senior Care offers tips to keep older adults safe during a weather emergency.

National Guard Preparing to Respond in Aftermath of Hurricane Florence

National Guard troops are preparing to respond in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence. Hundreds of South Carolina guardsmen are staging in York County.

Nearly 3,000 Homes And Businesses In Mecklenburg County Are Under Threat To Flood

With six to twelve inches of rain possible for Charlotte during Hurricane Florence, flooding is a major concern. Nearly 3,000 homes and businesses in Mecklenburg are in a flood plain.

Verizon Offers Free Calling, Text And Data For Customers In States Directly Impacted By Hurricane Florence

For customers on the Southeast Coast that will feel the wrath of Hurricane Florence, Verizon Wireless is saying “We’ve Got Your Back.”

Gaston And Union Counties Announce Shelters Opening Friday

With local impacts from Hurricane Florence expected to begin Friday, Gaston and Union Counties have announced the opening of shelters.

City Of Charlotte And Mecklenburg County Offices To Close Ahead Of Hurricane Florence

City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County offices will close Friday at noon ahead of Hurricane Florence impacts in the area.

AAA Carolinas: Hurricane Florence Impacting Gas Supply

As it bears down on North and South Carolina, Hurricane Florence has already begun to impact gas stations’ fuel availability, but has had minimal impact on gas prices.

CMPD Officer Resuscitates Man Following Overdose

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Officer is being hailed as a hero for saving a man's life after he overdosed.

Gov. Cooper: We Will Survive This, We Will Endure

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper spoke alongside emergency management officials Thursday to provide an update on Hurricane Florence and ongoing preparations.

CMPD Needs Help Finding Missing Charlotte Man

A 65-year-old man is missing and police are asking for help finding him.

Gov. McMaster: We Are As Well Prepared As Anyone For These Types Of Events

Governor Henry McMaster says over 420,000 people have been evacuated from coastal South Carolina and says that more people are expected to leave today.

York County Releases Information On Hurricane Florence Shelters

York County shelters will open at noon on Friday, September 14, 2018. Shelters should be used for residents who lack sufficient shelter, or who are concerned about prolonged power outages due to medical needs.