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Puppy Euthanized At Anson Co. Animal Shelter Tests Negative For Rabies

Outrage from animal lovers across the Charlotte area and beyond. They are furious, after the Anson County Animal Shelter euthanized a four-month old puppy Tuesday.

Three Nights of Ramp Closures for Independence Boulevard Begin Thursday Night

A series of nighttime ramp closures are scheduled to take place later this week on Independence Boulevard near Sharon Amity Road and Charleston Drive in Charlotte. The closures are needed to place the final asphalt surface on the ramps.

Drowning Victim's Body Recovered In Rowan County

Officials say the body of a teen has been recovered after a reported drowning Wednesday afternoon.

Missing 72-Year-Old Rock Hill Man Found Safe In Aiken County

Officials say Mark Timmons was found in Wagener, SC overnight and is safe.

Gold Rush Service To Be Discontinued In August

Transportation officials say the Gold Rush will be permanently discontinued starting Monday, August 14th, with the last day of service being Friday, August 11th.

Store Clerk And Son Arrested In Conspiracy To Steal Money From Gas Station

Three people have been arrested for stealing money from a Mooresville gas station.

CMPD Officer Charged In Fatal Accident With Pedestrian

In a news conference Wednesday afternoon, CMPD Chief Putney announced that Officer Phillip Barker has been charged with Misdemeanor Death by Vehicle.

Man Located And Arrested For Setting Girlfriend's Home On Fire While Pets Inside

Investigators have arrested a wanted Charlotte man after they say he set his girlfriend's home on fire, killing five pets.

Woman Charged With Running Illegal Daycare In Charlotte

Police say they arrested a woman for running an illegal daycare in Charlotte.

No Swim Advisory Lifted For Mt. Island Lake

The "No Swimming" advisory for McDowell Creek Cove on Mountain Island Lake has been lifted.

What's Happening with Moira Quinn

Moira Quinn from Charlotte Center City Partners stopped by to chat with the couch crew about this weekend's events.

Mary C: CMS' Superintendent Raises Eyebrows Over Staff Hires, Raises, New Positions

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools new superintendent has officially been on the job for less than a month but his recent staff hires, pay raises, and creating of new positions have already raised some eyebrows.

People Want Answers After Animal Shelter Euthanizes 4-Month-Old Puppy

Animal lovers are furious after the Anson County Animal Shelter euthanized a four month old puppy Tuesday.

Charlotte Mayor Pro Tem Officially Enters Mayoral Race

Mayor Pro Tem Vi Lyles is officially running for mayor after filing at the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections Tuesday.

Sunday Brunch In Huntersville And Parts Of Mecklenburg County Just Got A Little Better

Some local residents will be able to order a drink two hours earlier starting this Sunday.

County Leaders Promise Changes at Health Department after Audit

County leaders are promising big changes after an audit of the health department. The county brought in outside consultants and conducted an internal review after almost 200 women were not notified of pap smear results in February.