Local News

Local Government Commission Approves $2.5B Bond For CMS

Mecklenburg County voters approved a massive $2.5 billion bond package for school construction with 63% in favor of a public referendum on November 7, 2023.

Police Seeking Second Suspect In Connection With Restaurant Break-In

Police are seeking a suspect accused of breaking in a Denver Restaurant on December 30th.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Body Identified In Gaston County

A body of a man was recovered along US 321 in north Dallas on February 6th and Gaston County police are asking for the public's help in identifying him.

Former Postal Employee Pleads Guilty To Workers' Compensation Fraud

A former postal employee has pleaded guilty to workers compensation fraud for a job-connected injury, announced by U.S Attorney Dena J. King.

Fentanyl Investigation In Rowan County

Over 500 grams of fentanyl recovered in a long-term investigation in Rowan County.

Investigation Underway After Woman Is Shot In East Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating after a woman was reportedly shot on Monday, February 5th.

Charlotte Man Plans To Use $200,000 Win To Help The Homeless

Charlotte resident Barry Shipp has a passion for helping the homeless and a $200,000 scratch-off win will help him further that cause.

Fatal Vehicle Collision On NC 73

NC State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision on NC 73 in the early morning of Wednesday, February 7.

Kids Obsessed With Skincare Routines: A Dermatologist's Advice

The TikTok skincare craze is influencing young girls to use products meant for adults. Now, a dermatologist's warning for parents.

Community Members Discuss Youth Violence

Community Comes Together To End Youth Gun Violence

City leaders gathered at a local church Tuesday night to discuss gun violence among the youth and ways to make changes.

Union County Commissioners Vote On Removal Of Fluoride From County Water

Commissioners in Union County are debating the removal of fluoride from the county's water supply at treatment plans owned and operated by the county

Deputies: Instructional Assistant In Indian Trail Charged

19-year-old Hannah Embrey, an Instructional Assistant at Shiloh Valley Primary School, was charged and arrested after an investigation.

DEA Undercover Operation In NC And SC Leads To Federal Indictments

An investigation and operation by the Drug Enforcement Administration from September 2022 to November 2023 led to ten federal indictments.

Scheduled Highway 74 Lane Closer And Power Outage In Monroe

The City of Monroe's Electric Division will be closing a single lane of W. Highway 74 and conducting a scheduled power outage for a select number of customers on February 13, 2024, to complete the installation of electric cables and equipment.

AP: Lakers Point Guard D'Angelo Russell On Persistent Trade Rumors: 'I Genuinely, Humbly Don't Care'

Yes, Los Angeles Lakers veteran point guard D’Angelo Russell is well aware that he’s been the subject of rampant trade rumors.

Pilot Was Likely Distracted Before Crash That Killed 8 Off North Carolina's Coast, Investigators Say

The pilot of a small plane that crashed off North Carolina's coast in 2022, killing the pilot, four teens and three other adults, was likely distracted while trying to program the aircraft's flight management system after takeoff, according to a final report from federal investigators.