Local News

Crash Sends One To CMC With Life-Threatening Injuries Sunday

One person was taken to CMC with life-threatening injuries after they crashed on Pineville-Matthews Road at 485 Sunday afternoon.

One Taken To Hospital After Being Shot At House Party

One person was taken to Cleveland Regional Medical Center after being shot at a party on Palmer Street around 1 a.m. Sunday.

Samaritan's Purse Medical Director Tests Positive For Deadly Ebola Virus

Dr. Kent Brantly, Medical Director for Samaritan's Purse Ebola Consolidated Case Management Center in Monrovia, Liberia tested positive for the deadly Ebola virus.

CMPD Asks City Council for Money to Extend ShotSpotter Contract

A contract is expiring for Charlotte's ShotSpotter system. CMPD is asking the city for more money.

Father Arrested And Charged With Abusing 2-Month-Old Son

Michael Honaker, 26, was arrested Wednesday and charged with felony infant child abuse after abusing his 2-month-old son.

Statesville Man Wanted After 70-Year-Old Man Beaten To Death

Aaron Jordan, 22, is wanted on 2nd degree murder charges in relation to the beating death of 70-year-old Robert Dooley on February 22.

Teen Dies After Crashing At Gastonia Elementary School

Tony Lewis, 19, died after crashing a 1997 Honda Accord in front of Rhyne Elementary School just before 2:30 a.m. Saturday.

CLT Business Owner Will Start Packing Heat After Robbery

He's out thousands of dollars in merchandise but is hopeful the very clear pictures his security cameras captured will lead to an arrest.

24 Hours of Booty Fights Cancer with Pedal Power

The 13th Annual 24 Hours of Booty started rolling at 7pm Friday night in Dilworth. Teams of all ages and biking skill levels are riding to raise funds for several cancer organizations.

Third Accuser Cross-Examined in Goins Sex Abuse Trial

Goins' third accuser was back on the stand for cross-examination Friday. Witnesses also testified about the accuser's relationship with the coach.

NCDOT Misspells Pineville On New I-485 Johnston Road Loop

People have been anticipating the new I-485 loop from Johnston Road for over a year now, but they weren't anticipating a misspelling of Pineville.

Three Men Arrested in Child Porn Bust

Three men were arrested in a child porn bust after months long investigations by CMPD.

Employee Stops Robber with Gun at Local Restaurant

That employee tells WCCB about his unusual reaction and why he says he won't let the experience scare him away from work.

Witness Says Coach Accused of Sex Crimes Wanted to Die

More shocking testimony in the trial of a former high school coach accused of sex crimes with athletes on his wrestling team.

FAA Lifts Flight Ban to Israel

Some lawmakers in Washington accuse the Obama administration of using the ban to impose an economic boycott of Israel.

Charlotte Beerfest to Attract Big Names in Craft Brewing

Wilson got a sneak peek of the Inaugural Charlotte Beerfest Thursday afternoon. It's expected to bring some of the biggest names in craft brewing to the QC on September 20.

Residents Protest Proposed I-77 Toll Lane

A large crowd at the Cornelius town hall proved people are not happy about toll lanes on I-77. The NC DOT says the hot lanes from uptown Charlotte to Mooresville would ease congestion and create jobs.

Former Teacher, Boy Scout Leader Faces Seventh Felony Charge

A former Rowan County teacher and Boy Scout leader accused of child sex crimes now faces a new felony charge connected to events in 1995.

Furniture Festival Spotlights Local North Carolina Craftsmanship and Artistry

Hickory Furniture Mart celebrates local furniture heritage and artistry by inviting local furniture craftsmen and artisans to participate in their annual Furniture Festival & Clearance Sale this weekend.