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Former ZeekRewards CEO Sentenced To More Than 14 Years For Running $900M Internet Ponzi Scheme

A judge sentenced Paul Burk to more than 14 years in prison Monday for operating a $900 million internet ponzi scheme.

Robbery Suspect Wanted In Fort Mill

Police are trying to find the man they say robbed a Circle K Sunday night.

Carjacking Suspect Leads Police On Chase, Crashes Into K-9 Unit

Police have arrested the suspect who carjacked a woman and then led officers on a high speed chase before crashing into a Lenoir PD K-9 vehicle early Monday morning.

Union County Teacher Arrested For Domestic Violence

Police arrested a Union County teacher over the weekend for domestic violence.

DHS Arrested 680 Immigrants In Week-Long Roundup

The Homeland Security Department said Monday that 680 people were arrested in roundups last week targeting immigrants living illegally in the United States. The figure is far below the totals of similar raids conducted under the Obama administration.

Hornets to Give Away Cam Newton Buzz City Bobblehead

The Charlotte Hornets today announced that they will honor one of Buzz City’s most iconic personalities by distributing Cam Newton Buzz City bobbleheads to the first 15,000 fans in attendance when the team plays the Washington Wizards on Saturday, March 18.

Autopsy: 7-Year-Old Girl Victim in Deadly Salisbury Shooting Shot 20 Times

Bullets spray a Salisbury home, killing a 7-year-old girl sleeping in a bed and injuring her grandmother.

Charlotte Hornets Acquire Cavaliers Player Chris Anderson

Charlotte Hornets General Manager Rich Cho announced today that the team has acquired center Chris Andersen along with cash considerations from the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Gaston County Police Make Numerous Arrests to Crack Down on Heroin

Officers with the Gaston County Police conducted a large arrest round-up of individuals associated with selling and distributing heroin in the area, according to a news release.

Man Wanted For Assault In Matthews

Police need your help locating a man wanted for assaulting a woman in the parking lot of a restaurant in Matthews.

Two Killed In Iredell County Wreck

Two people were killed in an accident involving a tractor trailer in Iredell County, according to emergency officials.

Police Arrest Man Wanted Since December

CMPD says Troy Gaddy was arrested in Cabarrus County.

Introducing the Rockin' Romance Contest Winners!

Hundreds of couples sent in their romantic photos to us for a chance to win our Rockin' Romance contest. After narrowing it down, you voted and decided Maria and Roberto Cruz are Charlotte's most romantic couple!

Zell or Zilch: Last Minute Valentine's Day Gifts

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