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Kids Break Out Sleds to Enjoy the Snow Day

The winter weather isn't all doom and gloom. For thousands of kids across the area, Friday was a glorious snow day!

Gov. McCrory Thanks Residents for Staying Off Roads

The winter storm is blamed for deaths of at least five people in North Carolina. Those numbers could have been worse.

Fans Brave the Snow for Panther Gear

Neither snow, nor rain, or even sleet can stop the Panthers from pounding through the playoffs. It also can't stop fans from stocking up on essential gear.

Boy Killed in Crash on Icy I-77

The father of a 6-year-old boy who died in a crash on snow-covered I-77 in Iredell County is charged with death by motor vehicle.

Good Samaritan Shot, Killed While Helping Stranded Driver

According to Catawba County Sheriff Coy Reid, the driver got stuck on Mathis Church Road just after 5pm Friday.

American Airlines Plans To Fly Saturday

American Airlines plans to restart their flight operations on Saturday.

City Officials Talk Winter Storm Preparations

Charlotte officials held a news conference Friday detailing the latest on the winter storm and how it is effecting our area.

PHOTOS: Road Conditions Around Charlotte

The winter weather has caused icy conditions on Charlotte area roads.

WINTER WEATHER WARNING: What To Expect

Lingering snow showers will taper off Saturday.

Lenoir-Rhyne University Student Killed In Crash

The NC Highway Patrol is investigating after a 19-year-old college student was killed in a car crash just outside Hickory.

North Carolina Officials Make Friendly Wager With Arizona Officials On Panthers Game

Congressman Robert Pittenger and other members of the North Carolina delegation placed a friendly wager on the Carolina Panthers-Arizona Cardinals playoff game.

Charlotte Officials Announce Inclement Weather Impacts

City representatives shared updates Friday on city services impacted due to inclement weather.

Red Cross Urges Safety During Winter Storm

The American Red Cross is urging residents to stay safe during this winter storm.

Police Investigate Officer Involved Shooting In Southwest Charlotte

Police are investigating an officer involved shooting that happened in southwest Charlotte.

Man Charged In Killing Of Prominent Charlotte Business Owner

York County Sheriff Deputies have arrested and charged 21-year-old Kevin Dejesus for the January 6th murder of Jesse Campbell.

WINTER WEATHER: Closings and Delays

Here are the closings and delays for Friday:

NC, SC Bracing for Ice Storm, DOT Prepping Roads

State Department of Transportation crews are urging people to stay off the roads Friday as the winter storm threatens to cover North Carolina and South Carolina roads in ice.

Duke Energy Prepares for Power Outages

There's concern that ice from the winter storm will take down power lines across our area. Duke Energy is telling people to prepare for outages to last for days.