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Panthers Report To Training Camp

The 2015 pre-season is finally underway. The Panthers have reported for training camp down in Spartanburg.

CMPD Engages Community As Kerrick Trial Gets Underway

Opening statements are set for Monday in the trial of CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick. WCCB Charlotte anchor Morgan Fogarty has a look at how police have prepared for the trial.

Will The Kerrick Trial Play Out On Camera?

With the jurors off for the weekend, Judge Ervin heard arguments again Thursday from the media, asking for cameras to be allowed inside the courtroom.

UPDATE: Police Identify Dismembered Body as Missing Husband

Six days after the gruesome discovery of a dismembered body inside a barrel in Union County, police have arrested a murder suspect.

Charlotte FOP Seeking Donations for Officer Wes Kerrick

The Charlotte Fraternal Order of Police is now asking for contributions to help support CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick and his family.

Upcoming Events Leading up to Charlotte Pride 2015

The two-day festival is the largest LGBTQ festival between Atlanta and Washington D.C. The celebration is located on S. Tryon Street and begins on August 15th going through the following day.

Eastway Bridge To Reopen In September

The bridge on Eastway Drive will reopen in September, according to an official at the Charlotte Department of Transportation.

Where the Panthers Stand Going into Training Camp

The back to back NFC South Division Champs look to make it a three-peat, but there will be several roster spots up for grabs that will be determined in training camp.

Up To Five Suspects Sought In Gaston County Shooting Investigation

Gaston County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred this morning on Stanley Lucia Road near Mount Holly.

Police: Mother Says She Buried Newborn to Hide Pregnancy

Police have arrested a Rock Hill mother after they say she admitted to burying her newborn in her back yard.

David Gettleman: Countdown To Training Camp

In an exclusive interview, Panthers GM Dave Gettleman says last years run to the playoffs, fueled by seven rookie starters and their veteran mentors, was not a mirage.

YMCA Director Laces Up to Save Lives

A local YMCA director is lacing up his running shoes in an effort to make sure more kids learn to swim.

Firefighters Letting Landfill Fire Burn Itself Out

It took seven fire departments two hours to contain the blaze at the Burke County landfill on Marsh Trail.

CMPD To Host Church Safety Seminar

The deaths of nine people at a church in Charleston has led to an increase in police patrols around local houses of worship. CMPD is holding a free church safety seminar on Friday.

Subcontractor Responsible For 7-Foot Hole That Trapped Man

Charlotte Area Transit officials say a subcontractor is responsible for digging a hole a man fell into near construction for the Blue Line Extension.

Kerrick Trial: Opening Statements Set For Monday

Opening statements should start Monday in the criminal trial for CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick. He's charged with voluntary manslaughter in the 2013 shooting death of Jonathan Ferrell.