Wingate Police Need Help Identifying Bank Robbery Suspect
Police are asking for the public's assistance with identifying a man they say robbed a bank Wednesday afternoon.Β
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November 2022 Teacher Of The Month: Fritzi Bowen
Congratulations to our November 2022 Teacher of the Month, Fritzi Bowen! Mrs. Bowen is a teacher at Providence High School and was nominated by Ashley Crocker. Mrs. Bowen believes that all students can be successful, and she champions them throughout their math journey.
CMPD Officer Phillip Barker Found Guilty Of Misdemeanor Death By Vehicle
A jury has found CMPD Officer Phillip Barker guilty of misdemeanor death by vehicle. Barker was responding to a call when he hit and killed CPCC student James Short with his patrol cruiser.
Confusion Over Student Debt Relief
The future of the Biden administration's student debt relief program is still up in the air, and recently some incorrect emails caused even more confusion about the program.
US Storm Brings Tornadoes, Blizzard-Like Conditions; 2 Dead
A destructive storm marched across the United States, spawning tornadoes that touched down in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana.
American Red Cross Calls For December Blood Donations
According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds someone in the country needs blood and this December you can make a difference by donating.
Stanly County Schools Closed Wednesday Due to Natural Gas Outage
All athletic events and other after-school activities are canceled for these schools.
Union Co. School Board Votes To Start 2023 School Year Aug. 9
The Union County School Board is going rogue and not following state law when it comes to the school calendar.
Superintendent Search Community Survey Results Presented To CMS Board
The results are in. We're learning what the community wants to see in the next CMS Superintendent. District leaders brought in a local consulting group to survey parents, teachers, and people in the community.
NC Attorney General Josh Stein Brings Online Safety Program To CMS
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein introduced a new program to Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Schools on Tuesday.Β The program called "Family Technology Agreement."Β
Doctors Warn The Holidays Can Trigger Stress, Anxiety & Depression
Studies show that alcohol use increases by 70% during the month of December compared to other times of the year.Β Doctors say if you are in recovery and slip up, there are resources available to help.
Former VP Mike Pence Attends Dedication Of Billy Graham Library Expansion
Former Vice President Mike Pence traveled to Charlotte to attend the ribbon cutting of the Billy Kim Hall which will allow for training and events at the Billy Graham Library.
Gaston County Child Shot and Killed
Gaston County Police called to a mobile home park off Hickory Grove Road north of Belmont
Two Men Charged With Death By Distribution In Connection To Girl's Overdose In Gaston Co.
Two men are facing charges in connection to the death of a girl who overdosed on Fentanyl pills.Β The girl died September 26th. Officers found her unresponsive in the 800 block of Kiser Road near Bessemer City.
North Carolina Attorney General To Weigh Charges In Meadows Voter Fraud Case
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation said it has submitted to state prosecutors the findings of its voter fraud probe into Mark Meadows.
Fallen Highway Sign on I-77SB Near Carowinds Boulevard Causes Backups
Drivers experienced heavy delays and congestion on Interstate-77 Southbound at exit 90.
Possible Motive in Murdaugh Murders
Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh will go to trial this January.
Wingate University Wraps Up A Successful Fall Sports Season
Wingate University just wrapped up it's fall sports season and a number of teams finished with some impressive runs in their NCAA's.Β
Prosecution Rests On Day 3 Of CMPD Officer Phillip Barker Trial, Closing Arguments Scheduled For Tuesday
Closing arguments are expected Tuesday morning in the trial of CMPD Officer Phillip Barker. He's accused of killing a CPCC student, James Short, in 2017 while responding to a call.
