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CMPD investigates deadly crash on Wilkinson Blvd

Deputies: Man Shot In Head While Driving In Lancaster County

A man was seriously injured Monday evening after he was shot while driving in Kershaw, South Carolina, according to the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.

Ready To Run: Panthers’ Offense Will Look ‘Vastly Different’

Coach Matt Rhule promised the Carolina Panthers’ offense will take on a “vastly different look” moving forward after the team’s third straight loss.

Police: Victim Stabbed With Screwdriver, Strangled With Seatbelt During Rock Hill Robbery

Police are investigating after a man said he was stabbed with a screwdriver, strangled with a seatbelt, and robbed in Rock Hill Monday night.

Charlotte Woman Wins $1 Million On A Scratch-Off Ticket

Mary Szura of Charlotte tried her luck on a $10 scratch-off and won a $1 million prize.

Charles Combs Arrested And Charged With Murder; Former Girlfriend Speaks About His Violent Past

“He told me the only way out of this relationship is death,” - Victim of Charles Combs speaks about his capture.

Butler Cheerleaders Face Discipline After Displaying Controversial Banner At Charlotte Catholic

Parents from Charlotte Catholic High School are upset about a controversial banner displayed by Butler High School cheerleaders before Friday night's football game.

I-77 Reopens After Fatal Accident Involving Overturned Tanker

Officials say I-77 northbound has reopened following a fatal accident that happened around 11:30am Monday near Tyvola Road. Motorists are still expected to experience heavy delays and are advised to use caution while traveling through the impacted area.

AAA: Motorists In The Carolinas Could Face Another Round Of Rising Gas Prices

Gas prices in the Carolinas are increasingly higher than a week ago and another surge could be on the way if crude continues to rise after already setting new 2021 highs last week. Though gas prices held relatively steady the past few days, the price of crude increased by 4 percent.

Halloween Daze And Spooky Knights At The Carolina Renaissance Festival

Looking for a fun, free, and safe place to trick or treat? Put the Renaissance Festival on your Halloween list of things to do with free event admission for kids, free Halloween bags, and treats to be found all around the 25-acre festival village.

Wilson's World: At The Schiele Museum, An Official NASA Host Site For The Upcoming Webb Telescope Launch.

Wilson's inner NASA Space Geek was on full display at The Schiele Museum in Gastonia, getting ready for the Webb Telescope launch!

Rising Spotlight: NC MedAssist

The number of uninsured North Carolinians is going up and that means medical visits and prescriptions can become really expensive. When it comes to medicine, there is help though. In this week's Rising Spotlight, NC MedAssist joins Rising to talk about its free pharmacy program.

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Iredell County Man Wins An “Awesome” $263,948 Cash 5 Jackpot

Gregg Richardson of Mooresville tried his luck on a Cash 5 ticket and won last Friday’s $263,948 jackpot.

Got Game: Can The Panthers Turn Things Around This Season?

The Carolina Panthers lost their third straight game on Sunday falling to the Minnesota Vikings 34-38 in overtime.

CMPD Investigating Uptown Charlotte Homicide Near Truist Field And Romare Bearden Park

CMPD is investigating a shooting that left one person dead near Truist Field and Romare Bearden Park in Uptown Charlotte on Sunday night. This is the third deadly shooting in Charlotte in 24 hours.

Carolina Panthers Lose To Minnesota Vikings In Overtime

The Carolina Panthers lost to the Minnesota Vikings at home on Sunday with the final score: 28 to 34.

Former Panthers QB Cam Newton Says He's Vaccinated, Ready To Play Football Again

Former Panthers and Patriots Quarterback Cam Newton says he's vaccinated against COVID-19 and ready to play football again. Newton posted a video on YouTube on Sunday, showing him getting the shot, while also calling the choice to get vaccinated a "personal decision."