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Former Gastonia Police Officer Faces 32 Felony Charges

A former Gastonia Police Officer faces 32 felony charges following a lengthy joint investigation by Gastonia Police Department and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

NASCAR Hall Of Fame Opens Two New Exhibits Featuring Kevin Harvick And Kurt Busch

The NASCAR Hall of Fame has opened two new exhibits to honor the successes and careers of Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch.

Tesla Recalls Nearly All Vehicles Sold In US To Fix System That Monitors Drivers Using Autopilot

Tesla is recalling nearly all vehicles sold in the U.S., more than 2 million, to update software and fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when using Autopilot.

Deadline Approaches To Sign Up For Marketplace Health Care

Some don't know if they qualify, others who are already using Marketplace health care, commonly known as Obamacare, aren't sure if they should switch coverage with the deadline coming up soon.

Neighbors Push Back Against Plans For Rock Hill Townhome Development

Tensions flaring as neighbors push back on a proposed townhome community in Rock Hill. A developer wants to build more than 200 townhomes on a 40 acre plot near Northwestern High School.

Gaston County Has 4th Confirmed Rabies Case Of 2023

Gaston County confirms its fourth rabies case of 2023 after a raccoon was found ill under a resident's porch.

AP: Kwamé Ryan To Become Music Director Of Charlotte Symphony In 2024-25

Kwamé Ryan was hired Tuesday as music director of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra in North Carolina and given a four-year contract to start with the 2024-25 season.

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Monroe Police: Owner Of Union Soccer Academy Obtains Additional Child Sexual Assault Charges

Detectives with the Monroe Police Department charged Jorge Palma with four additional crimes relating to a previous sexual assault investigation at the Union Soccer Academy in Monroe, NC.

CMPD Releases Body Cam Footage From Viral Video Arrests Of Two Bojangles Employees

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department released video of an incident involving officers and two Bojangles employees who were arrested for reportedly smoking marijuana on a public bench, according to police.

Community Culinary School of Charlotte and GenOne Named BofA’s 2023 Neighborhood Builders

Bank of America today announced Community Culinary School of Charlotte (CCSC) and GenOne as the 2023 Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work advancing economic mobility and building up underserved neighborhoods in Charlotte.

Mecklenburg County Woman Wins $2 Million Lottery Prize

Jennifer Grullon tried her luck on a $20 dollar scratch off and won a $2 million prize.

Speedway Children's Charities Distributes Record $2 Million To NC Nonprofits

SCC Charlotte will distribute $1.78 million in grants to 94 deserving charities throughout the region, while SCC’s new North Wilkesboro chapter will distribute $215,000.

Could High Speed Rail From Charlotte To Atlanta Become A Reality?

Imagine Atlanta only being a two-hour high speed train ride away from Charlotte. $500,000 is being spent to study if that proposal can actually happen.

Hornets To Honor Dr. Crystal Hill As First Social Justice Power Forward Recipient Of 2023-24 Season

The Charlotte Hornets tonight will honor Dr. Crystal Hill, superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), as the first recipient of the 2023-24 Social Justice Power Forward program.

Iredell County Seizes Nearly $4 Million In Narcotics

Iredell County deputies seized approximately $3,752,000 of suspected fentanyl mixed with cocaine, according to a news release.

7-Year-Old Girl Injured In Rock Hill Shooting

A 7-year-old girl was injured in a shooting at an apartment complex in Rock Hill.

South Carolina Inmate Dies From Fentanyl Overdose

A South Carolina inmate died from a fentanyl overdose from August 13th. The suspected distributer was charged December 7th, according to a news release.