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Troopers: Driver Dies After Being Struck By An 18-Wheeler In York County

Troopers are investigating a fatal collision between a tractor trailer truck and a Honda that left one driver dead and a passenger with serious injuries on Friday.

CMPD: Driver Faces Charges In Fatal South Charlotte Hit-And-Run

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say a Honda driver is facing charges for his involvement in a fatal collision in south Charlotte where he fled the scene.

Sheriff: Mecklenburg Co. Detention Officer Fired For Assaulting Inmate

Sheriff Garry McFadden says a former Mecklenburg County Detention Officer was fired on Friday for assaulting an inmate back in May.

Charlotte Man Convicted For His Role In A String Of Armed Robberies, Federal Authorities Say

A federal jury in Charlotte has convicted 38-year-old Ron Garland for his role in several armed robberies, attempted robberies, and related firearm offenses.

Registered Lincoln County Sex Offender Found Guilty For 2019 Sexual Assault

A 56-year-old Lincolnton man was found guilty by a Lincoln County Superior Court jury in connection with a sexual assault that happened in 2019.

Coronavirus State Of Emergency Explained

N.C. Health Officials Urge Parents To Get Kids Up To Date With Vaccines

North Carolina health officials are urging parents to get their kids up to date on immunizations as the state continues to open up.

26-Year-Old Charlotte Man Charged For Murder In Kannapolis Homicide Investigation

A 26-year-old Charlotte man has been arrested for murder in connection to a Kannapolis homicide case that happened on July 3, according to police.

Concord Fire Truck Involved In Crash While Responding To Call

Four Concord firefighters and a truck driver were injured in a wreck involving a Concord fire truck Friday afternoon, according to authorities.

Sanitation Worker Killed While Picking Up Debris On I-77 In York County Identified

Troopers say a sanitation worker was killed after being hit by a vehicle on I-77 in York County while picking up debris. The incident happened just before 1:30am on I-77 Northbound near exit 89, which is approximately five miles north of Fort Mill.

Humane Society Of Charlotte Offers $25 Adoption Fees For Adult Cats And Dogs Through BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty The Shelters Campaign

The Humane Society of Charlotte will offer $25 adoption fees for adult dogs (1 year or older and over 20 lbs) and $25 adoption fees for all adult cats today through Sunday. All interested adopters can request an adoption appointment at adoptcharlotte.org

Fitness Friday: Working Out With POUND

WCCB News Rising is rocking out and working out with POUND on the Bojangles Terrace. POUND provides a high energy workout while using Ripstix, which are lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising. POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.

UNC, Florida, Michigan, OU To Play In Jumpman Invitational

The Charlotte Sports Foundation has announced a three-year deal with Jordan Brand to host the Jumpman Invitational, a holiday college basketball event featuring North Carolina, Florida, Michigan and Oklahoma — the original four schools to sign a partnership with Jordan Brand.

Charges Dropped Again Travis Price In Rock Hill 'Controversial' Arrest, Officer Fired And Charged As Officials Release Body Camera Video

As body camera footage was released of a 'controversial' arrest of two brothers in Rock Hill, charges were dropped against Travis Price, one of the two brothers, and an officer was fired and charged for his role in the incident.