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Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure Canceled

The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Charlotte has been canceled. The announcement was made Friday morning.

Activists March for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and sadly, another domestic violence murder here in Charlotte prompted a march in Uptown on Thursday.

Wife of Fallen SC Officer Speaks Out

The wife of the South Carolina police officer who was shot and killed Wednesday while on duty at a mall near Columbia is speaking out.

Mayoral Hopeful Edwin Peacock Reveals Plan to Fight Violent Crime

Peacock says on his first day in office, he would create a crime reduction commission.

Emergency Crews Prepare for Rain and Flooding

Due to recent drought, crews say they aren't expecting any major flooding since area rivers, streams and lakes have been low, but say it's still important to take major rains seriously.

Crews Clearing Drains, Creeks Before Rainfall

Charlotte Storm Water Services spent Wednesday and Thursday inspecting storm drains and creeks for blockage before predicted flooding.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Area Advised On Precautions For Potential Flooding

Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents are being urged to take caution with the potential for heavy rain and flooding that is expected over the weekend.

Suspect Wanted After Crashing Vehicle Into Store And Robbing It At Gunpoint

Police are searching for a suspect this morning that rammed his vehicle into a Shell station and robbed the clerk at gunpoint.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Research

More than 250 breast cancer survivors, their families and friends painted the pit wall pink at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Wednesday.

No Swim Advisory in Effect for Lake Norman

A no swim advisory is in effect for Lake Norman. 1,000 gallons of sewage spilled into a cove in Denver Wednesday morning.

Two Stabbed in East Charlotte

It happened on Rosehaven Drive around four o'clock Wednesday afternoon. The victims are a man and a woman.

Roberts, Clodfelter Debate before Mayoral Runoff Election

In less than a week voters will take to the polls again in the race for Charlotte mayor. This time to decide who will run against Republican Edwin Peacock.

The Watch with Will Kennedy: Robberies on the Rise in Charlotte

The latest CMPD numbers show that robberies are up across Charlotte. Purses snatched. Cell phones grabbed. Sometimes in broad daylight.

Fox That Attacked Kids Tests Positive For Rabies

UPDATE: State lab tests results have confirmed that the fox from the Primrose School and Kennedy Middle school incidents has tested positive for rabies.

Residents Should Prepare For Possible Flooding

Heavy rain this weekend and next week could lead to flooding. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services is asking residents to prepare for the potential of heavy flooding. Residents are advised to stay tuned to WCCB Charlotte, identify flood risks, report clogged storm drains and identify any evacuation routes.