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Local man accused of beating infant says baby "wouldn't stop crying"

A Salisbury man is in jail, accused of beating a two-month-old baby. 37-year-old Kevin Morrison, Junior faces felony child abuse charges.

Charlotte's new Metropolitan Public Transit Authority board holds inaugural meeting

The new board that will oversee Charlotte's transit system is now officially in place. The 27 members of the Metropolitan Public Transit Authority took the oath of office Thursday night at the Government Center.

Aviation Experts Weigh In On Possible Crash Causes

Aviation experts weigh-in on possible causes of Greg Biffle plane crash

Shocking video, as the plane carrying NASCAR legend Greg Biffle and his family came to a fiery halt. The flight out of Statesville Airport heading to Florida, turned around four minutes into the flight.

Four-term North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, a leader in education reform, dies at 88

Four-term North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, a major figure in late 20th-century state politics, has died at 88.

NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, family among 7 killed in Statesville plane crash

A business jet carrying seven people, including retired NASCAR race driver Greg Biffle and his family, crashed Thursday in Statesville, killing everyone aboard, authorities said.

Gaston County Mugshots December 17th

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Wednesday, December 17th.

Josie Award winner Shellem Cline

Adam Wurtzel welcomed Josie Award winner Shellem Cline into the studio for an interview and performance.

Greasy Getaway: Two arrested for stealing used cooking oil from Monroe restaurants

Traffic stop in Monroe leads to the disruption of an unusual but increasingly common theft scheme targeting restaurants and used cooking oil.

Shooting in north Charlotte leaves one person seriously hurt

One person is being treated for life threatening injuries after a shooting in north Charlotte Thursday morning.

New board to oversee transportation in Charlotte region will meet Thursday

The Metropolitan Public Transit Authority will have its inaugural meeting Thursday evening. The 27 member board is now responsible for overseeing safety solutions and improvements for all public transit in the region.

First pediatric flu-related death reported of 2025-26 season

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first pediatric flu-related death for the 2025-2026 flu season.

Police investigating deadly shooting outside northwest Charlotte strip mall

Police are investigating a deadly shooting outside a northwest Charlotte strip mall Wednesday afternoon.

Cyber-tip lands convicted sex offender back behind bars in Burke County

Authorities say a convicted sex offender is back behind bars after a child sex offense related cyber-tip led to the search of his home in Morganton.

Bond revoked for Valdese man accused of child sex crimes

No bond granted for Valdese man charged with six felony counts of taking indecent liberties with a child, according to the Burke County Sheriff's Office.

One person injured in northwest Charlotte mobile home fire

One person was injured during a northwest Charlotte fire that destroyed a mobile home Wednesday morning.

Bessemer City man faces 40 charges related to internet sex crimes against children

A Bessemer City man is behind bars after being charged with 40 felonies related to the sexual exploitation of children.

Gaston County Mugshots December 16th

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Tuesday, December 16th.

Former Sycamore Brewing co-owner facing new child sex charges, increased bond

Justin Brigham, who co-founded and formerly co-owned Sycamore Brewing, faces six additional felony charges after allegedly breaking into a Stanly County home and raping a 13-year-old child.