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TRAFFIC ALERT: Ramp to I-77 Closed After Tractor Trailer Overturns

The ramp to I-77 northbound from I-85 northbound has been closed after a tractor trailer overturned Monday.

Number of Black Friday shoppers up while Spending Goes Down

Black Friday weekend shoppers were out in full force, but this year they were more careful about spending their money this year.

McCrory Campaign Wants Recount of 90,000 Votes in Durham County

In the continuing race for North Carolina Governor, Pat McCrory's camp says they're willing to drop their request for a statewide recount in exchange for a closer look at early votes in one key county.

Panthers Overcome Big Deficit But Still Come Up Short Against Raiders

It was a tale of two halves as the Carolina Panthers made their second west coast trip in the month of November, and overcame a 17 point half-time deficit, before falling to the Oakland Raiders 35-32 in Oakland.

Davidson Downs Charlotte To Keep Hornets' Nest Trophy

Jordan Watkins scored 22 points and made 6 of 8 3-pointers, Will Magarity had 12 points and a career-high 10 rebounds, and Davidson broke away early to beat cross-county rival Charlotte 79-57 on Saturday for the Hornets' Nest Trophy.

2 Arrested In Concord For Unrelated Overnight Shootings

Concord Police have made two arrests from two separate and unrelated overnight shootings.

Charlotte Club Shooting Leaves One Dead, Victim Identified

A homicide investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed at a north Charlotte club.

Hornets Beat Knicks, Split Back To Back Series

Kemba Walker scored 28 points as the Charlotte Hornets avenged an overtime loss from a night earlier with a 107-102 victory over the Knicks on Saturday night, ending the Knicks’ winning streak at three.

Cuban Americans in Charlotte React to Fidel Castro Death

Fidel Castro put his small island nation in the spotlight for sending many Cubans into exile and polarizing global opinion. Now, those who fled the country are waiting to see if his death will be a catalyst for change.

2 People Shot In North Charlotte Saturday Morning

Authorities say two people were shot in a vehicle shortly after midnight on Saturday morning in north Charlotte.

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Hornets Fall To Knicks In OT

Carmelo Anthony scored a season-high 35 points, including the tiebreaking jumper with 3.1 seconds left in overtime, and the New York Knicks beat the Charlotte Hornets 113-111 on Friday night.

Shoppers Take Over Charlotte Stores on Black Friday

CHARLOTTE, NC -- The warm weather on Black Friday inspired some to change up where they do their shopping to enjoy the sunshine as well. "Beautiful day, perfect day to shop and spend all…

CMPD Major Mike Campagna Named Charlottean of the Year

One man honored for his efforts after violent riots rocked our city. Major Mike Campagna has received the Charlottean of the Year award, presented by Charlotte Magazine.

Police: Two Robberies Led to SWAT Standoff

New information in the case of three teenagers arrested after barricading themselves inside a Charlotte motel room last week. Police now say two robberies led up to that SWAT standoff.

Wells Fargo Tries to Kill Fake Account Lawsuit

Wells Fargo customers have opened a class action lawsuit over the fake account scandal, but the bank is playing hardball.

Humane Society Offers Free Adoptions for Black Friday Weekend

The Humane Society of Charlotte is taking advantage of the shopping season, offering some Black Friday deals of their own. You can now adopt a pet for free through Monday.