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Gov. Roy Cooper Appoints New District Attorney For Gaston County

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Travis Page to serve as Gaston County's District Attorney.

CMPD: 24-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder After Fatal East Charlotte Shooting

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a 24-year-old man after a deadly east Charlotte shooting that happened early Sunday.

Tenants Still Protected As NC Eviction Moratorium Nears End

Six North Carolina Republican officials voted on Tuesday to end statewide eviction protections for renters starting Thursday, rejecting Gov. Roy Cooper’s request to extend the state’s eviction moratorium by one month.

Local Restaurants Hoping for Boost with Return of Charlotte Restaurant Week

After a difficult year for the restaurant industry, local eateries are hoping for a boost with the return of Charlotte Restaurant Week - July 16th - 25th. The event got cancelled last year due to restrictions on indoor dining.

1 CMS Board Member Breaks Silence After Protests About Reported Sex Assaults At Myers Park High School

One CMS school board member is finally breaking their silence on accusations of repeated rape and sexual harassment on campus at Myers Park High School. This, after the board has refused to comment on the record for weeks about what appears to be a growing pattern of problems.

District Attorney: U.S. Marshal Who Shot Man At East Charlotte Gas Station Will Not Face Charges

No charges will be filed against the U.S. Marshal who shot and killed Frankie Jennings at a gas station on The Plaza in March, according to the Mecklenburg County District Attorney Spencer Merriweather III.

Woman Charged In Northeast Charlotte Hit-And-Run That Killed 13-Year-Old

A woman has been arrested for hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy with her vehicle in a northeast Charlotte hit-and-run that happened early Sunday, according to police.

Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Cut With 'Homemade Weapon'

A Mecklenburg County Detention Center officer was hurt after an incident with an inmate Friday night, according to a news release.

Protestors March On Myers Park High School, Demand Leaders Listen To Rape Victims

"Jill Roe" says she was raped by a fellow student in the woods on the Myers Park High School campus. She says adults at the school didn't believe her and even blamed her. Now, she's coming out, she says, to be heard.

Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week Returns In July After Year-Long Hiatus

The Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week is back from Friday, July 16 through Sunday, July 25, following a year-long hiatus, with dozens of restaurants around the metro area welcoming diners back with three-course dinners priced at just $30 or $35 per person.

Ramsey Creek Beach Will Open For The 4th Of July Weekend

Ramsey Creek Beach on Lake Norman will open July 3 and July 4 with limited capacity. Hours of operation are from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

New Jersey Man Facing Child Sex Crime Charges In Iredell County

A New Jersey man is facing several charges after the Iredell County Sheriff's Office said he sent inappropriate messages to a local North Carolina child in 2019.

Woman Tried to Save 6-Year-Old Boy Killed in Crash Caused by Street Racing

A deadly street racing crash claims the life of a 6-year-old boy. He and his father, innocent victims, after one of the cars street racing -- crossed the center line. We're now hearing from a woman who tried to save the little boy's life.

Local North Carolina Doctor Sued Over Sexual Misconduct

A local North Carolina doctor who pleaded guilty in March to assault on a female has been sued by two former employees who allege sexual misconduct.

Subaru South Blvd Delivers Subaru Of America, Inc. Donation To Local Charity Friendship Trays As Part Of 2020 Subaru Share The Love® Event

Subaru of America, Inc. and Subaru South Blvd presented a check for $27,684 to Friendship Trays on June 3, 2021. Friendship Trays was a local beneficiary in the 2020 Subaru Share the Love Event.