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Charlotte Missionary Fighting for Life in Africa

A Charlotte missionary is one of two Americans battling Ebola. Nancy Writebol is listed in stable condition.

Nephew Defends Former Wrestling Coach Accused of Sex Crimes

The nephew of a former wrestling coach charged with sex crimes says one of the accusers wanted his uncle's job.

Patient Who Traveled to Africa Triggers Local Ebola Scare

A man who recently returned from Africa and reportedly had a fever showed up in the emergency room Tuesday night. CMC blocked off part of the ER for about six hours.

Detailed Timeline of the Search for Erica Parsons

WCCB Charlotte takes a detailed look at each development in the case of missing North Carolina girl Erica Parsons.

25-Year-Old Dies in North Charlotte Shooting

Matthew Wood, 25, died after a shooting at the Dillehay Courts apartments in north Charlotte Wednesday.

Four Exposed To Rabid Bat In Rock Hill

Four people were referred to health care providers after being exposed to a rabid bat in the Rock Hill area.

Third Suspect Wanted In Relation to Murder Of Noel Hernandez

Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating 35-year-old Luis Ordonez-Vega who is wanted in relation to the murder of 22-year-old Noel Hernandez on June 6.

Patient At CMC Does Not Have Ebola Infection

Carolinas Medical Center has closed part of its emergency department after a patient claimed to have recently visited a country known for high risk of infectious diseases.

$10 Million Cocaine Trafficker Sentenced To Life In Prison

Freddie Andaya or 'Raymond Garcia,' 42 of Mexico, was sentenced to life in prison for drug trafficking conspiracy, money laundering and gun charges Wednesday.

Adoptive Parents Of Erica Parsons Arrested On Federal Fraud Charges

The adoptive parents of Erica Parsons, Sandy and Casey Parsons, were arrested on federal criminal indictment charges for fraud Wednesday morning.

Man Drives Himself to Hospital After Motel Shooting

Police responded to a shooting near the Budget Inn on East Boulevard Wednesday morning after they say the victim drove himself to CMC Mercy.

Casey and Sandy Parsons Out of Jail, Charged with 76 Federal Crimes

A judge set each of their bonds at $25,000 unsecured. That means they walked free without paying a penny, but have agreed to wear electronic monitors.

Erica Parsons' Biological Mother Frustrated About Progress in Case

Wednesday marks one year since Erica Parsons was reported missing. No one has seen the teen since November 2011, when she was living with her adopted parents in Salisbury.

Premium Outlets Bring Traffic, Safety Concerns

Thousands of residents in Steele Creek are bracing for a major traffic headache this week as the Charlotte Premium Outlets open for business.

Ebola Outbreak Prompts Evacuations from Liberia

The Ebola outbreak in West Africa has Samaritan's Purse and a Charlotte-based medical missionary group evacuating non-essential personnel from Liberia.

Officer Dragged During Traffic Stop

A police officer was grabbed by people inside a car and dragged along a Charlotte roadway Tuesday afternoon. The officer is recovering from a leg injury.