House Intentionally Set On Fire In West Charlotte
An investigation is underway after a home in west Charlotte was intentionally set on fire.
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14-Year-Old Shot, Killed In Salisbury
A 14-year-old was shot and killed while walking on a street in Salisbury on Friday night.
Two Killed In Dirt Bike Accident
Two dirt bike drivers, riding without helmets, were killed after colliding head-on in Wilkes County overnight.
Three Arrested In Lancaster County Drug Bust
Three people were arrested on drug charges following a search warrant at a home in Lancaster, South Carolina.
One Dead, Four Injured In Catawba County Crash
One person died and four others were injured from a car crash in Catawba County on Friday night.
Governor Cooper Requests Major Disaster Declaration
Governor Roy Cooper has requested aΒ Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government for North Carolina for 38 counties in the aftermath of Helene.
Cleveland County Residents Deal With Widespread Power Outages, Flooding
In Cleveland County, high winds ripped through power lines. Countywide more than 47,000 customers are out of power. Officials are also watching water levels along the Broad River closely.
Flash Flood Imminent At Mountain Island Lake, Mandatory Evacuation Ordered
A flash flood is imminent at Mountain Island Lake, as Duke Energy will open the floodgates at Cowans Ford Dam at 5 p.m. Friday night.
Emergency Officials Advise Residents To Prepare To Evacuate If You Live Near Rivers Or Lakes In The Area
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Agency issued an evacuation warning for residents living near the Catawba River, Lake Norman, and Lake Wylie.
Alexander County, Taylorsville Issue Voluntary Curfew
Alexander County and the City of Taylorsville have issued a voluntary curfew beginning Friday night to ensure the safety of its citizens.
One Dead, One Injured After Tree Falls On Home In West Charlotte
One person is dead, one person is injured, and two children were rescued after a tree fell on a home Friday morning, according to Medic.
Rock Hill City Officials Provide Information On Helene Impacts
Rock Hill city officials host a news conference to provide updates on their response to Tropical Depression Helene.
App State Cancels Football Game Against Liberty In North Carolina After Helene Causes Flooding
Appalachian State's home football game against Liberty in Boone, North Carolina, scheduled for Saturday was canceled because of the impacts of severe weather on the area from Tropical Storm Helene.
VIDEO: Car Nearly Drives Into Downed Tree During Live Broadcast In Gastonia
WCCB Meteorologist James Scott was live on-air reporting about a massive tree that fell across South York Street in Gastonia when a vehicle nearly drove into the tree during the broadcast.
Gov. Cooper Provides Updates On Helene's Impacts On N.C.
Gov. Cooper provides updates on Helene's impacts on N.C. Helene has dumped heavy rain across the state which has caused catastrophic flooding and produced damaging wind that has knocked out power to more than a million people.Β
I-85 South Shut Down After Semi Truck Crashes Into Tree In Gastonia
I-85 Southbound is completely shut down in Gastonia after a semi truck crashed into a fallen tree.
Helene Weakens To A Tropical Storm With Maximum Sustained Winds Of 70 MPH Over Georgia
Β Hurricane HeleneΒ weakened to a tropical storm over Georgia with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph (110 kph) early Friday, the National Hurricane Center said.
Power Outages Across The Carolinas From Helene
Over a million customers are without power throughout the Carolinas due to Helene.
Early Rains From Hurricane Helene Cause Flooding In York County
Rock Hill has seen its fair share of rain from Hurricane Helene. York County Emergency management says the City has been in good shape, but that could change as the night goes on.Β
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