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Piedmont Natural Gas reminds people to be aware of natural gas leaks

As more homes and businesses use natural gas for heat during the fall and winter months, Piedmont Natural Gas is encouraging people to learn the signs of a natural gas leak.

Winter Carnival, Downtown Lighting Coming This Holiday Season In Morganton

The holiday season in Morganton kicks off with the Winter Carnival and lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 23rd.

Charlotte Fire battling 2-alarm fire at recycling business

Firefighters are on the scene of a 2-alarm fire at a paper recycling company near uptown Charlotte.

US overdose deaths are down, giving experts hope for lasting decline

New government data shows that U.S. drug overdose deaths appear to be showing a sustained decline. There were about 97,000 overdose deaths in the 12-month period that ended June 30.

Two Charlotte men sentenced for robbing armored car employees

Two Charlotte men will go to prison for robbing armored car employees as they put cash in an ATM in 2020.

Pet of the Week: Meet Frack!

Meet Frack! He's the lucky pup this week with CMPD Animal Care and Control. Watch to find out how to give him, or any animals with CMPD a loving home.

Hornets launch Buzz City Rewards

The Charlotte Hornets announce fan loyalty program. Fans can earn points for things like tickets, autographed memorabilia, and team merchandise.

Study finds chemicals found in everyday products could impact your health

An alarming new study reveals chemicals which can be found in everyday products can have damaging effects on our health.

Juveniles with guns arrested after chase in stolen car

Albemarle police arrested two underage boys after a chase involving a stolen car, they're still searching for a third suspect.

What The Tech: Make Money For Christmas

CHARLOTTE, NC -- The holiday season is upon us, and while it's a time for joy and celebration, it can also strain our wallets. With prices rising, wouldn't it be nice to…

US inflation rose in October after 2 years of steady cooling

Inflation in the United States ticked up in October, driven by costlier rents, used cars, and air fares, a sign that price increases might be leveling off after having slowed in September to their lowest pace since 2021.

Trump returns to Washington for meetings with Biden & GOP leaders

President-elect Donald Trump is making a victor’s return to Washington. The president-elect's plane landed Wednesday morning at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.

2 New Clues In Search For Dead Woman's Identity

Investigators have released two new clues in the case of a woman found dead along the side of a major local roadway.

New Pedestrian Path Planned For Light Rail in South End

Hundreds of people and pets walk and run down the light rail trail in South End every day. People take a dangerous shortcut across the tracks almost daily. Soon there will be a safer pathway across the tracks.

A Bathroom Renovation In Progress With Tools, Materials, And An Old Bathtub. The Space Is Under Construction With Visible Tiles And Supplies.

North Carolina's Top Rooms To Remodel This Winter

New research has identified the most popular areas of the home that North Carolina wants to renovate, with bathroom remodels proving to be the most popular type of home improvement project.