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Crews battle fire at Gaston County plastic factory

Gaston County fire crews spent Saturday evening battling a large fire at Roechling Plastic in Dallas, NC

Gov. Stein advocates for Medicaid

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein was in Charlotte Friday advocating for Medicaid, saying the health care program is vital to the state, but worries it could face cuts.

Checking out the new rides at Carowinds

Carowinds opens for the season on March 15, and there are two new big rides at Camp Snoopy.

Pastor accused of child sexual assault

A Union County pastor is charged with four counts of felony sex offense with a child.

Two Belmont Abbey students convicted in assault case

Two Belmont Abbey students were convicted on assault-related charges from a Halloween incident in 2024.

Goodwill Bridal Pop-Up Sale

Goodwill’s sixth annual pop-up sale is happening with more than 1,000 gently-used bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and prom dresses will be for sale.

Charlotte 49ers’ Blake Gillespie throws no-hitter in 5-0 win over James Madison

A Charlotte 49ers pitcher made history Friday night, earning the second no-hitter in program history in a 5-0 win over James Madison.

Myrtle Beach Woman Arrested For Allegedly Starting Wildfire

Myrtle Beach woman arrested for allegedly starting 2,000-plus acre wildfire

A woman is facing charges for allegedly starting the wildfire that damaged more than 2,000 acres near Myrtle Beach.

Alleged drug dealer charged in deadly overdose at hotel in Monroe

Monroe Police say they arrested the alleged drug dealer who reportedly supplied drugs to a woman who overdosed at a hotel in 2024.

Lancaster man charged with trafficking drugs, possessing weapon near education center

A search warrant executed at an alleged crack dealer's house led to the arrest of a Lancaster man for possessing drugs and guns.

Up 'n Adam: Carowinds 2025 season

Adam Wurtzel went to Carowinds to preview their 2025 season, and the new additions coming to the park.

Goodwill's 6th annual bridal pop-up sale returns this weekend

Calling all brides! You don’t want to miss Goodwill's sixth annual, one-day Bridal Pop-Up Sale! Organizers say there will be hundreds of designer gowns available at a fraction of retail prices.

Get to know your city: Elizabeth Neighborhood

Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, art lover, or simply seeking a leisurely stroll, Elizabeth offers a unique and enriching Charlotte experience.

Parents left terrified after two were severely injured in a shooting near a North Charlotte middle school

Shots were fired alarmingly close to a North Charlotte school Thursday according to Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department. Medic confirmed that two people were transported to a hospital with life threatening injuries.

Deputies seize enough fentanyl to kill over 1 million people in Iredell County drug bust

Deputies arrested a man in the United States illegally and seized enough fentanyl to kill over one million people in Iredell County on Wednesday.

Two people have life-threatening injuries following a shooting Thursday afternoon in northeast Charlotte.

Two people hurt in shooting near Charlotte middle school

A shooting near a middle school in northeast Charlotte left two people with life-threatening injuries Thursday afternoon.

Trump signs orders for monthlong delay on some new tariffs on Mexico and Canada

President Trump is postponing 25% tariffs on many imports from Mexico and some imports from Canada for a month amid widespread fears of the economic fallout from a broader trade war.