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Hornets and City Prepare for 2019 NBA All-Star Game

This time next year the biggest names in the NBA will lace up in the Queen City. The 2019 All-Star Game is expected to bring a big boost to Charlotte's economy.

EXCLUSIVE: Local Veterans Say VA Failing To Serve

Some potential growing pains causing problems at the New VA Health Care Center.

Family, Friends Hold Vigil Marking One Year Since An E. Meck HS Senior Was Gunned Down

Family and friends of an East Mecklenburg High School senior gunned down a year ago are seeking justice.

Mecklenburg Representative Is Drafting A Bill To Raise The Age Of When You Can Purchase A Rifle

You already have to be 21 to buy a handgun in North Carolina. Representative Moore tells WCCB he wants the same for rifles, and wants it to be a capitol offense to use a rifle in a hate crime.

SCHP Investigating Deadly York County Accident

Troopers are investigating an accident that left one person dead and two injured Monday afternoon.

Electrical Panel Sparks 2-Alarm Warehouse Fire In Southwest Charlotte

Officials with the Charlotte Fire Department say an electrical panel sparked a two-alarm fire Monday night in southwest Charlotte.

"Operation Spring Sweep" Leads To Multiple Drug Related Arrests And Charges

The Iredell County Sheriff's Office conducted "Operation Spring Sweep" Monday morning, which led to the arrest of multiple suspects on various drug related charges.

Burke County Student Arrested After Threatening To "Shoot Up The School"

A 17-year-old Patton High School student is facing charges after deputies say she threatened to "shoot up the school."

CMPD Charges Juvenile After Student Reports Receiving Threatening Messages

A 14-year-old is facing charges after a student at Druid Hills Elementary reported him for sending threatening text messages.

China Grove Man Accused Of Participating In An International Drug Smuggling Operation

A 29-year-old man was arrested Friday after officials with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office, Department of Homeland Security, and USPS say he was bringing cocaine into the United States from a foreign country.

Rowan County Man Arrested 3 Times In 8 Days On Drug Trafficking Charges

A Rowan County man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he was arrested three times in just over a week.

Early Morning Accident Leaves One Person Dead, Two Injured

Police are trying to determine whether speed and alcohol may have led to a deadly accident early Monday morning.

Black History Month: Attorney Terry Sherrill

In honor of Black History month, WCCB-TV honors black history makers in our community.

Black History Month: CMPD Officer JJ Flowers

In honor of Black History month, WCCB-TV honors black history makers in our community.

Black History Month: Georgia Krueger

In honor of Black History month, WCCB-TV honors black history makers in our community.

Police Say Gastonia Man Was Stabbed Over Social Media Post

Police say they arrested a man involved in a stabbing in Gastonia.

School Walkouts, Sit-Ins Planned After Florida Shooting

The mass shooting at a Florida high school that left 17 people dead has sparked calls for walkouts, sit-ins and other actions on school campuses across the United States aimed at pushing lawmakers to pass tougher gun laws.

Wineries Could Come to Charlotte Under Possible Rezoning Change

If you enjoy drinking wine or hard cider, you could soon have more options in Charlotte. Monday night, City Council will consider allowing wineries to operate in the same areas where you find breweries. Some city leaders think it could spur economic growth, especially along the light rail line.