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Deputies: Statesville Man Charged With Felony Crimes Involving Sexual Acts With Child

A Statesville man is facing multiple felony charges involving sexual acts with a child, according to deputies.

American Cancer Society Announces New Leadership In Western NC And SC

After serving more than 20 years as a volunteer or staff member with the American Cancer Society, Mel Toran has taken a new role as Executive Director for Western North Carolina and South Carolina.

Amtrak Offers Valentine's Day Buy One, Get One Free Ticket Special

All aboard! Amtrak is celebrating Valentine's Day with buy one, get one free tickets.

Parents Charged For Infant Death In Belmont

Parents Charged For Infant's Death In Belmont

Police say they arrested a couple for the death of their infant child in Belmont.

Wilson's World with The "Save Cedar Grove" Group

Wilson spoke with Kevin Donaldson‎, a history master's student at UNC Charlotte, about the work the group has done, and why saving, and researching this area is important.

CMS Middle School Teacher Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

A middle school teacher with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system has been arrested and charged in a child pornography case Tuesday, according to police.

"End Of An Era" As 124 Year Old Jewelry Store Prepares To Close In Albemarle

It's being called the "end of an era," as Starnes Jewelers prepares to close its doors after 124 years of business in downtown Albemarle.

Council Looking For Solutions To Trash Troubles Along Charlotte Area Roads

Troubles with trash along Charlotte area roads is getting worse, according to city officials.

CMS Board Of Education Doubles Employee Retention Bonuses

The National Education Association said in April that the average teacher salary in North Carolina is $54,150, putting the state at number 33 nationally.

Woman Charged After Cabarrus County Vehicle Crash Left Man Dead

A 39-year-old driver is facing several charges after a Cabarrus County crash killed a man Monday morning.

CMPD: Security Guard Fires Gun In Walmart Parking Lot In Southwest Charlotte

A security guard fired a gun in a southwest Charlotte Walmart parking lot after being assaulted Tuesday afternoon, sparking an investigation, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.

CMS Returns Feb. 21 Back To Teacher Workday

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will return Monday, Feb. 21 to a teacher workday as it was originally scheduled, according to a news release.

Deputies: Man Accused Of Fatally Stabbing Mother To Death In Kannapolis

A 24-year-old man has been accused of stabbing his mother to death in Kannapolis Monday morning, according to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office.

Wilson's World: Previewing the YMCA's 43rd Annual Corporate Cup 5K & Half Marathon

Wilson visited the Dowd YMCA previewing the 43rd annual Truist Corporate Cup 5K & Half Marathon.

Ball, Murray To Replace Durant, Green In NBA All-Star Game

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball and San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray have been named to the NBA All-Star Game as injury replacements.

School Delays Due To Inclement Weather For Tuesday, February 8th

Numerous schools in the WCCB viewing area have announced delays for Tuesday, February 8th due to inclement weather.

Madison Park Residents Concerned They'll Lose Greenspace After Wastewater Project

Land off Barkley Road in Madison Park serves as a green space for the community. Angela Urbina lives across the street and worries the green space could soon be gone.

Charlotte Area Family With Ties To Ukraine Keeping Close Eye On Tense Border Situation

Charlotte families with close ties to Ukraine are watching closely as tensions accelerate along the Russia-Ukraine border. Tens of thousands of Russian troops remain positioned near the border amid fears of a possible invasion.