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Rising Spotlight: SMILE LASIK with Christenbury Eye Center

There's a brand new eye surgery available in Charlotte that just got approved by the FDA.

Hornets Select Malik Monk With 11th Pick In 2017 NBA Draft

The Charlotte Hornets tonight selected guard Malik Monk from the University of Kentucky with the 11th overall pick in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft.

CMPD Officer Recounts His Journey To Becoming A US Citizen

A CMPD officer seeking a better life traveled nearly 5000 miles to pursue his dreams in the United States.

Adjusting To Life After Shark Attack

Friday will mark three weeks since Tiffany Johnson lost her arm in a terrifying shark attack in the Bahamas.

CMS Holds Policy Meeting To Discuss New Disciplinary Options

There is a major push happening to reduce out of school suspensions for CMS students.

Residents Sound Off During Thursday Town Halls

Two separate town halls gave residents a chance to express concerns in their neighborhoods Thursday evening.

Hendrick Automotive Releases Plans For New Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte Facility

Charlotte-based Hendrick Automotive Group has purchased Scott Jaguar and relocated it to 6824 East Independence Blvd., next to the company’s existing Land Rover location.

'Pizzagate' Gunman Sentenced To Four Years In Prison

A North Carolina man who fired an assault rifle inside a District of Columbia restaurant during his investigation of a conspiracy theory dubbed “pizzagate” was sentenced Thursday to four years in prison.

Novant Health Receives Grant From Komen Charlotte To Provide Breast Cancer Screenings

Susan G. Komen Charlotte has awarded $169,256 in grant funding to Novant Health cancer prevention, education and early detection to provide mammography screenings and diagnostic services for underinsured and uninsured individuals in Mecklenburg County and surrounding communities.

Three People Arrested For Monday's Chesterfield County Homicide

Three people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Farris "Mickey" Short.

Police Searching For Park Road Bank Robbery Suspect

Police are asking for assistance identifying the suspect wanted for the robbery of a SunTrust Bank in Charlotte.

Hornets Hope Howard Has Resurgence Under Clifford

The Charlotte Hornets acquired Dwight Howard Tuesday night and General Manager Rich Cho believes the move addresses a significant need for the team.

House Call: Memory Loss in Women

Have you ever wondered what causes memory loss, or why memory loss becomes more prevalent with age?

Concerned Citizens Speak Out Against Commission's Ramadan Proclamation

Separation of church and state... that's what many angry citizens say the county is violating with the recent Ramadan proclamation. The Mecklenburg County Commission passed the resolution weeks ago but many upset citizens showed up at Tuesday night's commission meeting to express opposition.