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Pets Killed in East Charlotte House Fire

A dog and cat have died after a house fire in east Charlotte.

House Call: Heart Disease

Heart Disease kills more Americans than any other disease. In 2013, more than 800,000 Americans died as a result of cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association.

Department Diversity: CMPD Chief's Stretch Goal

Does the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reflect the community that it serves? Chief Kerr Putney sat down with WCCB News @ Ten anchor Morgan Fogarty to talk about his goals for department diversity - and the unique challenges new officers face.

Lawmakers Propose New Compromise on House Bill 2

A new attempt at an HB2 compromise calls for expanding the statewide non-discrimination law but does not include the LGBT community as a protected class.

Pet Project: Floppy

Floppy is this week's Pet Project. She's a chocolate colored 1-year-old pup!

What's Going On Around Charlotte with Moira Quinn

CHARLOTTE, NC -- From the CIAA Tournament to a local favorite fashion shop temporarily opening its doors - there's a lot happening in Charlotte! Moira Quinn stopped by Rising to…

Teen Charged With Murder After Man Fatally Struck On I-85

A 19-year-old is facing murder charges after a man was hit and killed by a vehicle on I-85 Wednesday evening.

Multiple Crews On Scene Of A Serious Accident On I-85 South

There is a heavy police presence on I-85 south at W. Sugar Creek Road due to an accident.

Statesville Teen Arrested For Multiple Car Break-Ins

Deputies arrested a 19-year-old suspect after four vehicles were broken into and various items were stolen.

Man Sentenced To 37 Years For 2014 Shooting That Injured 2 Officers & A 10-Year-Old Girl

Officials say Brandon Brewer was sentenced to at least 37 years in prison after pleading guilty to a 2014 shooting that injured to CMPD officers and a 10-year-old girl.

Bill Filed To Loosen Knot Over N.C. "Bathroom Bill"

Lawmakers have filed a bipartisan bill aimed at breaking an impasse over North Carolina's "bathroom bill," but it's likely to face tough going in the Republican-controlled legislature.

Son Charged With Killing His Father In Kings Mountain

Police have charged an 18-year-old son with the murder of his father.

Petition Prompts Bojangles' To Phase Out Use Of Antibiotics In It's Chicken

Bojangles' says it is phasing out the use of chickens raised on antibiotics.

Former Postal Carrier Admits To Keeping, Throwing Away Undelivered Mail For Nearly 10 Years

Gary Collins, 53, could face up to five years in prison and a fine of $250,000 after pleading guilty Tuesday to one count of Unlawfully Destroying, Detaining, and Delaying U.S. mail.

Health Department To Address Why They Failed To Contact Women After Abnormal Test Results

The Mecklenburg County Health Department is holding a news conference at 11:30am to discuss why dozens of women who had abnormal pap smear tests were not contacted.

Lowe's Layoffs Create Ripple Effect Across Community

More than 500 people lost their jobs at the Fortune 500 in Mooresville.

Latino Businesses Suffering After Recent ICE Raids

Business owners in Charlotte's Latino community say they're suffering because of President Trump's orders on immigration, causing many immigrants to live in fear as ICE makes more arrests in Charlotte.