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Charlotte Knights Surprise Veteran With A Mortgage-Free Home

U.S. Army Veteran Jacob Schanck and his family were surprised with a mortgage-free home at a Charlotte Knights game.

Rising's Joe Duncan Prepares For National Anthem Performance With Charlotte Knights

Joe Duncan Sings the National Anthem Tonight for the Charlotte Knights

Joe Duncan is getting his big shot! Ahead of his performance of the National Anthem tonight for the Charlotte Knights, he spent the morning at the ballpark with Homer the Dragon and Knights VP of Communications Tommy Viola.

Charlotte Sports’ Queen City Parlay Raises $15K For Veterans Bridge Home

Following a successful Memorial Day Weekend across the Charlotte sports community, organizers of the inaugural Queen City Parlay are excited to donate $15K to Veterans Bridge Home.

Child Development Experts Offer Solutions For Summer Boredom

Avoiding Kids' Summer Boredom

Summer is a stressful time for parents. Finding childcare and scrambling to keep children occupied… only to hear the dreaded words: “I’m bored.”

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration For West Jefferson Affected By Flooding

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper signed a state disaster declaration for the Town of West Jefferson in Ashe County that suffered damages from a significant flood event on May 26.

Charlotte History Museum Welcomes New U.S. Citizens On Independence Day

Naturalization Ceremony is an annual Fourth of July tradition at the Charlotte Museum of History.

46-Year-Old Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting A Minor

Great Falls resident Ivan White was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor.

Police: 4 Men Arrested For Robbing US Postal Workers in Charlotte & Greensboro

A scary trend developing in North Carolina has made its way to Charlotte. United States Postal Service workers robbed at gunpoint. It's happened in Greensboro, too.

Motorcyclist Killed During Crash Involving CATS Bus

One man is dead following a crash involving a CATS bus. That crash shut down Independence Blvd. for more than two hours during rush hour Tuesday evening.

Jennings And McFadden Split On Governor's Veto On HB 834

Chief Johnny Jennings released a statement following Governor Roy Cooper’s veto of House Bill 834.

Juneteenth Explained: What Is The Holiday, Why Was It Created And How Should It Be Celebrated?

People who never gave the June 19 holiday more than a passing thought may be asking themselves, is there a “right” way to celebrate Juneteenth? Here's how.

Contract Awarded To Improve Several Mecklenburg Secondary Roads

A $1.9 million contract awarded by the N.C. Department of Transportation will bring improvements to sections of ten secondary roads in Mecklenburg County.

Police Seize Nearly Seven Pounds Of Various Drugs In Drug Trafficking Arrest

Gaston County Police have arrested 35-year-old Irving Arias after an investigation into a drug trafficking organization.

Union County Deputies Crack Down on Fictitious Temporary License Plates

Since January 2023, UCSO deputies, primarily assigned to the Town of Indian Trail Division, have proactively identified and seized approximately 1,100 forged/fictitious license plates on local roadways.

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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Efforts To Raise Awareness Of Crimes Against Vulnerable Adults

Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced efforts his office is making to raise public awareness of crimes against vulnerable adults, including a name change of the unit that investigates and prosecutes the crimes.

Mecklenburg Parks And Recreation Offers Free Fans To Seniors This Summer

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is helping local seniors and adults who receive disability income stay cool this summer by offering free box fans.