Officials: Runaway Lincoln County Teen Located
According to Lincoln County deputies, a runaway 15-year-old teen has been located and returned to her family.
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Eat & Play Event At BB&T Ballpark
The Charlotte Knights are offering an Eat & Play Day at BB&T Ballpark.
Two Suspects Charged In Fatal Gastonia Shooting
Gastonia Police say two suspects were arrested Tuesday after a man died following a shooting.
Mary C. Curtis: Calls For Police Reform
Calls for police reform continue to grow in the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis two weeks ago. WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis discusses the changes happening on the local level and across the country.
There's Another Push To Reallocate Money In The City Budget For Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police To Other Services
Justin Perry says the budget does not address the root causes of crime.
Local Leaders Encourage Protesters to Get Tested for COVID-19
Local leaders are encouraging people who have participated in recent protests to get tested for COVID-19. It comes as Mecklenburg County sees an increase in the percentage of tests coming back positive.
Alleged Drug House In Charlotte Is Forfeited
The U.S. Marshals Service has taken possession of an alleged drug house on Lytham Drive in Charlotte, which is located roughly 450 feet from South Mecklenburg High School.
CATS to Distribute Free Cloth Face Masks to Riders
On Wednesday, June 10th, CATS will make 16,000 cloth face masks available to transit riders.
Gov. Roy Cooper Establishes Task Force To Address Racial Inequality In The State Criminal Justice System
Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 145 today, forming the North Carolina Task Force for Racial Equity in Criminal Justice. The task force will recommend solutions to stop discriminatory law enforcement and criminal justice practices, and hold public safety officers accountable.
Suspect Charged With Murder In Rock Hill Assault
The Rock Hill Police have made an arrest in the homicide case of a 59-year-old man who was found dead in the living room of his residence.
Beverage Co-Packing Company To Add 231 Jobs In Cabarrus County
Prime Beverage Group, a new contract beverage manufacturer, will create 231 new jobs in Cabarrus County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday. The company will invest $68 million to establish their first manufacturing facility in Kannapolis.
Missing 77-Year-Old Matthews Man Safely Located
According to Matthews Police, missing 77-year-old Matthews man has been located and reunited with his family.
Hornets View Not Playing In Orlando As 'Major Disadvantage'
The Charlotte Hornets wonβt be among the 22 teams headed to Orlando when the NBA season returns β and that has coach James Borrego concerned about his young, developing team falling behind the rest of the league.
YMCA Will Not Name New Building After CPI CEO Following George Floyd Protest Comments
The YMCA of Greater Charlotte announced Tuesday that they will no longer be naming the new building after CPI CEO following an email that downplayed police brutality.
Charlotte Stops Funding Police Chemical Agents Amid Protests
The Charlotte City Council has voted to stop funding chemical agents for police use after the cityβs police boxed in and gassed demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd.
CMPD Looking For 5 Protesters Involved In Altercation With Capt. Brad Koch
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are requesting the public's help identifying five individuals in connection with an altercation involving Captain Brad Koch outside of the Government Center Monday.
Charlotte Student's 'Justice Rock' Vandalized, Classmates, Community Rally To Support Message Of Peace
The rock is a symbol of justice against racial inequality and police brutality
More Protests & Marches Held Across Uptown Charlotte
It's the 11th night of protests in Charlotte. Multiple groups held events in Uptown, calling for changes to police tactics and changes to how police departments are funded.
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office Says They Will No Longer Use Tear Gas
The Mecklenburg County Sheriffβs Office (MCSO) is changing its Use of Force Policy and is removing the use of tear gas from its policy.
