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1 shot in parking lot of Home Depot off South Boulevard

Police are investigating a shooting in a parking lot in south Charlotte.

Liz Monterrey Duvall To Remain As Vice Chair

CMS Board of Ed Vice Chair says she will stay in role despite security concerns she has for herself and her family

The newly selected Vice Chair of the CMS Board of Education has decided to remain in her role for now.

Petition calls for some CMS Board members to resign

Nearly 400 people so far have signed a petition calling for the resignation of the five board members who voted to terminate CMS Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill.

Panthers WRs Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette return to practice, LB Devin Lloyd out against Browns

Carolina Panthers wide receivers Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette have returned to practice on a limited basis and are listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns.

Monroe Police seize over 10 pounds of drugs, thousands of dollars, and several firearms in drug bust

The Monroe Police Department has made an arrest after a months-long investigation into multiple Monroe residences.

Rising Spotlight: Plumped, An Aesthetic Boutique

This week’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Kristin Cabeda, the visionary behind Plumped, An Aesthetic Boutique, about the innovative, non-surgical cosmetic treatments they provide, and about recently opening a second location in Waxhaw, NC.

CMS Executive Cabinet member charged with DWI after police say he blew a .11

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee has been arrested after showing signs of impairment while operating a vehicle.

Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 24th

Check out the Mecklenburg County Mugshots from Thursday, September 24th.

Gaston County Mugshots September 24th

Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Thursday, September 24th.

Mecklenburg County proclaims September 25 as 'Dolly Parton Day'

Local officials have designated Friday, 9/25 – or "9 to 5", as a day of remembrance honoring the late country music icon's philanthropic legacy and global literacy efforts.

Kathy Garver of "Family Affair" appearing at Mayberry Days

Adam Wurtzel interviewed sitcom legend Kathy Garver of "Family Affair" about her upcoming appearance at the 2026 Mayberry Days Festival.

Co Workers Hold Vigil For Employee Who Died On Jet Bridge

Airport workers in Charlotte hold vigil for employee who died on jet bridge

Charlotte-Douglas airport workers held a vigil Thursday for a cabin cleaner who they say collapsed and died in the intense heat last Thursday.

National Day Of Remembrance For Murder Victims

CMPD honors murder victims, families at annual National Day of Remembrance event

Grieving families gathered in west Charlotte Thursday night for a solemn vigil to honor murdered loved ones.

Sheriff warns re-opening Jail North is one step; the department remain understaffed

Mecklenburg County’s Detention Center North has reopened to relieve critical jail overcrowding in Uptown.

CMPD employee accused of embezzlement

An employee at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is accused of embezzlement.

CMPD releases names of two men killed in triple shooting in west Charlotte

Police have released the names of two men killed in a west Charlotte triple shooting.

CMS parent starts petition calling for resignation of 5 CMS Board members who voted to fire superintendent

An online campaign demanding the resignation of five Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board members is gaining momentum.

Board Member Explains Why She Voted To Keep Dr. Hill As Cms Superintendent

Board Member affirms her vote to keep Dr. Hill as CMS superintendent

In a 5-4 vote, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education voted to terminate superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill without cause just weeks after reinstating her. Anna London was one of the four board members who voted to keep Dr. Hill.