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Driver Charged In Accident That Killed 11-Year-Old Child

The driver of a vehicle that crashed in Gastonia and killed an 11-year-old passenger is facing multiple charges including involuntary manslaughter.

Police: Reckless Driving & Alcohol To Blame In Wednesday's Fatal Accident

The driver of the truck that caused Wednesday's fatal head-on collision has been charged with DWI and several other charges including felony death by motor vehicle.

Bill to Stop I-77 Toll Lanes

CHARLOTTE, NC -- There is a new effort to put the brakes on the Interstate 77 toll lanes as soon as next week. Representative Charles Jeter from Mecklenburg County says he will introduce a…

CMS Holds Public Hearing Before Student Assignment Vote

CHARLOTTE, NC -- New student assignment guiding principles. Another public hearing. More strong opinions. The CMS board says it is close to a final vote on the foundation for a new student assignment plan,…

Film studio complex moves to South Carolina

A massive film complex once planned for Charlotte has now moved across the state line to South Carolina. The plan is in the final stages on the Catawba Indian Nation Reserve. WCCB got an exclusive preview of the project.

Workshop Held To Find Ways To Pay For New CMPD Officers

CHARLOTTE, NC-- Charlotte's top cop and city leaders agree more officers are needed to help cut down on crime. Now the budget battle begins over how to pay for them. Chief Kerr Putney…

Local Businesses Gather Donations After Ecuador Earthquake

Businesses around the Carolinas are helping those impacted by the earthquake that hit Ecuador on Saturday.

WANTED: Matthew Tolson

Police are searching for a man wanted on multiple charges, including attempted 1st degree murder.

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Panthers Rescind Franchise Tag on Josh Norman

The Panthers have rescinded the franchise tag on cornerback Josh Norman. This makes Norman, who is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, a free agent.

Officers Investigating Church Fire in Gastonia

Officers are investigating after a Gastonia church went up in flames on Wednesday.

Carolina Rebellion Announces Lineup Change

Carolina Rebellion announces lineup change after someone was injured in a band scheduled to play Friday night.

Police Arrest Man for Statesville Shooting

Police have made an arrest after a shooting in Statesville on Tuesday night.

Treasury Official Says Harriet Tubman Will Go On $20 Bill

Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew has decided to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, making her the first woman on U.S. paper currency in 100 years, a Treasury official said Wednesday.

Robbery Suspect In Custody After Running From CMPD Officers

A police chase through Charlotte ends with a robbery suspect in custody.

Appeals Ruling Threatens Key Provision Of North Carolina Law

A federal appeals court ruling on transgender bathroom access in public schools threatens a key provision of a North Carolina law limiting protections for the LGBT community.

LGBT Law Puts North Carolina Governor In Precarious Position

When Republican North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory signed a far-reaching LGBT law that critics called discriminatory, he said it wouldn't hurt the state's ability to attract jobs. It did.