Local News

BMX To Bring $13 Million Economic Impact

Tuesday, nearly 25,000 people from 48 different countries will pack Rock Hill for the BMX World Championships.

The Carolina Theater Is Making A Comeback

The Carolina Theater is returning to Uptown Charlotte with a new high-end hotel on top.

Bridge Closes For Street Car Expansion

A major bridge that connects the Elizabeth neighborhood and Plaza Midwood in east Charlotte will soon be demolished, and its replacement won't be ready for drivers until the spring of 2019.

Charlotte City Council Passes "Brunch Bill"

During Monday's meeting, City Council members voted unanimously in favor of the "Brunch Bill."

Suspects Accused Of Stealing A Car In N. Charlotte Last Thursday Taken Into Custody

Three suspects are in custody after being found in a stolen vehicle Monday in northwest Charlotte.

Inspection Done 2 Days Before Massive Fire At Old Mill Showed Faulty Sprinkler System

A fire inspection report released Monday by Granite Falls officials shows the Old Shuford Mill was in need of sprinkler system repairs and additional fire extinguishers.

Suspect Wanted In Connection To Multiple Indian Trail Vehicle Break-Ins

A man caught on home surveillance may be responsible for multiple vehicle break-ins throughout the area.

Child Suffers from Extensive Injuries After Sexual Assault by "Father"

A seven-year-old girl suffered extensive injuries as a result of sexual assault by her "father," according to a news release.

Wake Up with Rising: The Perfect Fat Burning Smoothie

A smoothie can be a healthy, filling, and nutritious breakfast - if you do it right!

Police Search for Armed and Dangerous Suspect in Pisgah National Forest

A man wanted for leading deputies on a chase and stealing a mountain bike with a gun may be hiding out in the Pisgah National Forest.

Police Investigating Double Shooting at Highland Apartments

Police are looking into a double shooting at the Highland Apartments on Achadle Drive.

Salisbury Couple Arrested on Drug and Weapon Charges

Two Stokes Ferry Road residents have been arrested on drug and weapon charges following Federal and Local investigation.

Kasey Kahne Wins Wreck Filled Brickyard 400

After a two hour rain delay and multiple wrecks, Kasey Kahne was able to win his first race in three years at the Brickyard 400.

Rock Hill Welcomes BMX World Championships With Opening Ceremony

People packed the streets of Rock Hill to enjoy the opening ceremony for the UCI BMX World Championships, which begin Tuesday.

Police Still Looking for Carjacking Suspect

Two people have been arrested and police are still looking for one suspect wanted for a car jacking that ended with a wreck in east Charlotte.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Meckelnburg, Surrounding Counties

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 4 p.m. for north Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, east Lincoln County, and northeast Gaston County.

Mother, Ex-Boyfriend Arrested For 2016 Death Of Infant

The Rowan County Sheriff's Office has arrested the mother of Kingston Aistrop and her ex-boyfriend in connection with the 2016 death of the two-month-old infant.