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Rescue Asking for Help After Birds seized In Cockfighting Bust

The nonprofit Carolina Waterfowl Rescue is asking for the public's help to care for and rehome 117 roosters and one duck seized in a cockfighting ring bust Saturday night in Wallace, SC

One Injured in Northwest Charlotte Shooting

One person was injured after a shooting in the 900 block of Lynn Street around 11:30 Saturday night.

Man Killed in Accident Involving Moped

A man was killed in a hit-and-run accident around 8:15 Saturday night in the 6400 block of South Boulevard.

Peach and Strawberry Farmers Prepare for Cold Snap

Saturday night's freeze could have a long-term affect on area farms.

Suspect Arrested After Pursuit on I-77

A man led Police on a two-hour chase through multiple counties around 10:30 Friday night.

Victim Identified in Northwest Charlotte Shooting

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have indentified the victim of a shooting in Northwest Charlotte Friday night. Officials say 28-year-old Samil Bates died as a result of a gun shot wound.

Magic Johnson says 'Don't Sleep On The Spartans!'

After Michigan State's win over Virginia in the NCAA Tournament in Charlotte, WCCB's Kelli Bartik caught up with former Spartan, Magic Johnson, to ask how far his Michigan State team can go.

School Nurse Supervisor Pleads Not Guilty On Murder-For-Hire Charges

A school nurse supervisor accused in a murder-for-hire plot pleaded not guilty in federal court.

Amendment Could End 'Naked Man' Scandal

An amendment to North Carolina's indecent exposure law could help a north Charlotte neighborhood deal with a man accused of standing naked in his doorway.

Victim Identified in Deadly Shooting

Someone out for an early morning walk found the body of 28-year-old Muhammad Clyburn on Elswick Lane just before 5:30am.

Judge Calls Parsons 'Sinister', 'Twisted' During Fraud Sentencing

The couple's fraud conviction has only ramped up suspicion about their role in the disappearance of their 13-year-old adopted daughter, Erica.

'Religious Freedom' Bill Proposed By Local Lawmakers

If a proposed bill is passed in North Carolina, local businesses and organizations could turn you away because of your personal beliefs.

Dance teacher faces sex charges with former student

A Huntersville dance teacher is behind bars and accused of sexual offenses with a former student.

Should It be Illegal to Talk on the Phone While Driving?

A North Carolina lawmaker is pushing a bill that, if passed, would go into effect this coming December. The goal: to force drivers to put their focus back on the road.