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CMPD: One Person Shot, Killed In West Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say a west Charlotte homicide investigation is underway after one person was shot and killed Tuesday evening.

CMPD: Charlotte's First Homicide Investigation Of 2021 Underway After Driver Intentionally Hit Woman With Car

Police are conducting Charlotte's first homicide investigation of 2021 after a man hit two people, killing one and critically injuring the other in an incident they say was intentional.

Atrium Health Administers First Doses Of COVID-19 Vaccine To Public

Early this morning, the first members of the general public began receiving the COVID-19 vaccine from Atrium Health, as North Carolina moved from Phase 1a to Phase 1b, Group 1, of its vaccine priority distribution plan.

'Devoted And Beloved' Charlotte Firefighter Killed In Vehicle Crash

The Charlotte Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their firefighters who was killed in a car crash in Richmond County, officials say.

19-Year-Old Charged After Man Was Injured In Salisbury Drive-By Shooting

A 19-year-old has been arrested and charged after one person was hurt in a drive-by shooting in Salisbury Monday morning.

Atrium Health To Begin Administering First COVID-19 Vaccine To Public

Atrium Health is one of the first health systems in the region to begin offering vaccinations to the community.

CLICK HERE for Link & Phone Number For Mecklenburg County COVID Vaccine Appointment Hotline

Mecklenburg County Public Health (MCPH) says that the County will begin offering COVID-19 vaccines to Phase 1B Group 1, which includes all adults 75 years or older, beginning January 6.

Cooper Calls In National Guard To Pick Up Vaccine Rollout

Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that he’s calling in the North Carolina National Guard to help accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations in a state that’s been near the bottom of states in doses administered so far.

Police Identify Pedestrian Killed In Accident On Central Avenue Near Eastway Drive

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have identified the pedestrian who was killed after being hit by a vehicle in east Charlotte Monday night.

Charlotte City Council Gets Feedback on Transit Tax, Changing Confederate Street Names, & 4-Yr Terms

Charlotte residents weighed in on several important issues facing the city in the new year, including a possible sales tax increase, changing Confederate street names, and moving to 4 year terms.

Charlotte Checkers Opt Out Of 2020-2021 AHL Season

The Charlotte Checkers today announced that they will not participate in the 2020-21 American Hockey League season that is set to begin on Feb. 5.

Panthers Next GM Will Have Decision To Make At Quarterback

The Panthers’ next general manager’s first order of business will be deciding what to do at quarterback.

Cabarrus County Nurse Says $100,000 Prize Will Bring ‘A Fresh Start’ For The New Year

For Nicki Condon of Kannapolis, winning a $100,000 Millionaire Bucks prize will bring a new beginning for the new year.

Source: Panthers Ask Permission To Talk To GM Candidates

The Carolina Panthers have begun their search for a new general manager.

AAA: Pump Prices In Carolinas Continue To Spike Amid The New Year

The new year has started, but gas prices in the Carolinas are trending more expensive on the week, although they are still off to their lowest start to a new year since 2019. Pump price stability at the end of the year is credited to consistent crude oil prices in late December, combined with low demand.