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Cleveland County Community Honors Two Students Killed In Crash With Balloon Release

A community came together Wednesday to celebrate the lives of two local teens. The teens were killed in a car crash a week ago, right outside their school.

Foothills & High Country Prepare for Helene

Portions of the western Carolinas could see over a foot of rain through Saturday morning and the mountains will only worsen the flooding.

Former President Donald Trump Outlines Tax Breaks For Big Businesses

Former President Donald Trump was back in North Carolina today on the campaign trail. He visited a manufacturing company in Mint Hill where he released a plan to create more jobs.

Fourth Man Arrested For Fatal Shooting Of Three-Year-Old In 2021

Police have charged a man in connection to a fatal drive-by shooting in northwest Charlotte that killed a three-year-old boy in 2021.

Two Suspects Wanted In York County Shooting

Deputies are searching for two suspects in regards to a shooting at a mobile home park in York County on Wednesday afternoon.

Bahakel Communications' Founder Cy Bahakel Inducted Into Mississippi Association Of Broadcasters Hall Of Fame

Bahakel Communications' founder, Cy Bahakel, was inducted into the Mississippi Association Of Broadcasters Hall Of Fame.

Lincoln County Woman Wins “Life-Changing” $200,000 Top Prize

A Lincoln County woman sat in her truck on Saturday scratching a $5 lottery ticket when she realized she just uncovered a $200,000 top prize.

Statesville Woman Charged For Stealing From Her Job

A Statesville woman is facing charges after being accused of stealing thousands of dollars from her employer.

Walk To End Alzheimer's In Kannapolis Raises Over $70k

More than 350 area residents participated in this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Rowan-Cabarrus in the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease at Atrium Health Ballpark on September 21, raising over $70,000.

Up 'n Adam: Barefoot Archery

Adam Wurtzel went to Barefoot Archery for a lesson with an archer training for the Los Angeles Olympics.

City Awarded $777K To Install Solar Energy In Low-Income Households

The City of Charlotte is proud to announce its selection as a recipient of the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program.

Caldwell County Declares State Of Emergency

Caldwell County Board of Commissioners Chairman Randy Church has declared a State of Emergency for Caldwell County effective at noon today (September 25), in preparation for Tropical Storm Helene for the county.

Donald Trump Delivers Remarks At A Campaign Event In Mint Hill, NC.

Donald Trump delivers remarks at a campaign event in Mint Hill, NC.

CMPD Officer Discharged From Hospital Following Shooting, Suspect Dead At Hospital

Officer Kenneth Kludy has been discharged from the hospital following serious injuries that were sustained during a shooting between him, Officer Joshua Heater and a suspect, identified as 37-year-old Nelson Reyes.

Police: Student Brings Unloaded Firearm To Middle School

A 13-year-old Kennedy Middle School student was taken into custody after brandishing a firearm to a student on a school bus.

Eight Injured And One Hospitalized Following Nine Vehicle Collision In West Charlotte

According to Medic, eight people have suffered minor injuries and one person has been transported to the hospital with serious injuries following a nine vehicle collision in West Charlotte.

Gaston County Has Fifth Confirmed Rabies Case Of 2024

A raccoon in Gaston County tested positive for rabies, confirming the fifth case in the county this year.

Local Girl Scout Raises Over $76K In Cookie Sales For Troop 219

12-year-old, Olive Gordon, currently holds the state record for the most Girl Scout cookies sold, earning her the unofficial title of "The Cookie Queen."