CMPD Offers 4th Of July Safety Tips
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released safety tips for the 4th of July.Β
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Fireworks And PTSD: How To Support Veterans And First Responders
Fireworks can trigger PTSD in veterans and first responders. Here's how to offer support this Fourth of July.
Lake Wylie To Revisit Idea Of Incorporation
Lake Wylie is unincorporated. About eight years ago, there were discussions about becoming its own municipality. Ledford says those talks ended quickly. There's been a lot of growth since then. For that reason, there's now new plans to create a committee to weigh the pros and cons of going it alone.
Meck. Co. DA: Jury Would Not Unanimously Agree That Pineville Officer Committed Crime In Shoplifting Shooting
But, the DA also described the shooting as "jarring" and said that the appropriateness of the officer's "tactics may be ripe for other authorities to evaluate."
Vaping Regulations, DMV Changes Among Bills Signed By North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV.
Where To Watch Fireworks Around Charlotte
Check out this list of where to celebrate and watch the fireworks on the 4th of July.
Motorcyclist Killed After Fiery Crash In Burke County
A motorcyclist died after a head-on collision with a cargo van in Burke County
Barricaded Suspect Taken Into Custody After Self-Inflicting Wound
Rowan County Sheriff's Office deputies have taken a man into custody after he barricaded himself into his RV due to an arrest warrant and suffered a self-inflicting wound to his neck
Mother Charged After 2-Year-Old Overdoses
A Statesville mother is facing a felony charge for child abuse after her two-year-old nearly died from an overdose on Monday.
Independence Outbound Delayed Due To Crashes, Downed Telephone Pole
Expect delays on East Independence outbound Wednesday afternoon after a pair of crashes, one of which caused a telephone pole to break in half.
Deputies: Marijuana And Stolen Handgun Found In 18-Year-Old's Vehicle
An 18-year-old has been arrested after a deputy found marijuana, drug paraphernalia and a handgun in his vehicle.
Temporary CATS Bus Detour β SkyShow
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus routes in Uptown due to the SkyShow event for Independence Day. Β
South Carolina Murder Suspect Arrested In Union County
A 25-year-old man, wanted for murder out of Chesterfield County, was arrested following a traffic stop in Union County.
Nine Stores Pay Fines For Price Scanning Errors
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Servicesβ Standards Division has collected fines from nine stores in Alamance, Forsyth, Hertford, Mecklenburg, Moore, Wake and Union counties for price scanning errors.
Victim And Offender Identified In Murder-Suicide Case
After finding two people dead following a murder-suicide in north Charlotte, CMPD has identified both the victim and the offender.
New Airport Policy Bans Homeless From Sleeping At Airport
With the ever-increasing number of passengers utilizing CLT, the Airport is facing unprecedented activity within the Airport Premises.
68,000 Pounds Of Apples Being Donated To Second Harvest Food Bank Of Metrolina
On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Harris Teeter and Washington Fruit Growers will present a donation of 68,000 pounds of fresh apples to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.
Arrest Made Following Shooting During Youth Baseball Game At Wingate University
Police say they arrested Weston Vonegidy on July 2nd for the shooting that happened during a youth baseball game on the campus of Wingate University.
Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week July 19th-28th
Diners looking for some delicious distractions this summer can escape to fresh flavors during Queen'sΒ Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week, to runΒ Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 28, 2024.
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