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Cam Newton Speaks Out on Greg Hardy Case

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is talking about the decision to place embattled teammate Greg Hardy on a paid leave of absence.

Florida Sheriff: 6 children, 2 adults shot to death

A sheriff says a man killed six of his grandchildren, his adult daughter and himself at a home in a small town in North Florida.

Concrete Roses STEM Academy Closes After Three Weeks

Concrete Roses STEM academy plans to close their doors Friday after opening just three weeks ago on McAlpine Park Drive.

Highland Renaissance Academy Lockdown Lifted After Police Clear Scene

Highland Renaissance Academy, a Charlotte Mecklenburg School of kindergarten through 5th grade, was placed on lockdown Thursday as a precaution.

Home A Total Loss After Family Cat Knocks Over Candle

A family's cat knocked over a candle that started a house fire at 410 North Modena St. at 4:30 a.m. Thursday.

The Militarization of Local Police: Guns & Grenades

Local agencies have obtained military gear under a federal program. WCCB Charlotte investigates what's called "1033" and why North Carolina has been suspended from participating.

Panthers Hardy on Paid Leave

The Panthers are putting star defensive end Greg Hardy on the bench, bowing to intense pressure to take a stand on domestic violence.

Family: Children Hid From Gunmen Who Killed Father

Police are still searching for two men who they say shot and killed a man during a home invasion Wednesday morning.

New Crosswalk Dedicated in Student's Honor

A Charlotte mother gets emotional after cutting the ribbon for a new crosswalk and sidewalk where her daughter was killed two years ago.

Man Accused of Raping Child to Face Judge

A Charlotte man will face a judge tomorrow, charged with repeatedly raping a child in Lincolnton.

Two Arrested in Gastonia Home Invasions

They are accused of three home invasions in 30 minutes, starting around midnight Monday.

Man Buried In Trench Collapse Found Dead

Search crews have located the body of a man buried during a trench collapse in Alexander County.

Preliminary Autopsy Information Released In Anna Smith Case

Police have released preliminary autopsy information in reference to the death of Appalachian State student Anna Smith.

Beyonce & Jay Z -- Eyeing Insane $85 Million Mansion

Beyonce and Jay Z could be close to setting up shop on the west coast ... after taking multiple visits to a ridiculous $85 million Beverly Hills estate.