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Relative: Parents, 2 Children Among 5 Killed In Car Crashes

A North Carolina couple and their two daughters were among five people killed in a chain of car crashes started by a speeding driver, according to police and a newspaper report.

Trump Boat Parade On Lake Norman | PHOTOS

Check out these photos from the Trump Boat Parade On Lake Norman.

Police: 13-Year-Old To Be Charged In Gastonia Shooting

A 13-year-old is expected to be charged after a Gastonia shooting Sunday evening, police say.

CMPD investigates deadly crash on Wilkinson Blvd

Police: Boater Who Fled Storm Is Killed By Falling Tree

A boater who sought shelter from a storm in North Carolina has been killed after being struck by a fallen tree.

2020 Carolina Renaissance Festival Cancelled Due To Pandemic

The 2020 Carolina Renaissance Festival has been cancelled due to the pandemic.

Cornelius Church Wants Confederate Statue Off Its Lawn

A North Carolina church is calling for removal of a century-old Confederate statue from the lawn in front of its sanctuary.

Developers Cancel Long-Delayed, $8B Atlantic Coast Pipeline

The developers of the long-delayed, $8 billion Atlantic Coast Pipeline announced the cancellation of the multi-state natural gas project Sunday, citing uncertainties about costs, permitting and litigation.

Health Experts Urge Americans To Take Precautions During Holiday Weekend

But, will people listen?

What's Trending For The July 4th Holiday Weekend

From Cam Newton to Alcoholic Drinks To Go

Jimmie Johnson Tests Positive For COVID-19, Will Miss Sunday's Race

Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson has tested positive for the coronavirus and will miss this weekend’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Iredell County Confirms COVID-19 "Cluster"at a Local Childcare Facility

The Iredell County Health Department received confirmation on July 2nd of a cluster of COVID-19 cases at Primrose School of Lake Norman.

Hospital Interpreters Do More Than Bridge The Language Gap

Medical Interpreters During The Pandemic: More Than Just Translating Words

Imagine being in the hospital, with coronavirus, isolated from everyone you know and love, being treated by doctors and nurses who don't speak the same language as you. Medical interpreters bridge that gap.

The Evening Muse Presents 'We The People - Truth, Power, & Love'

Social Justice and its deepening need for change, understanding, and growth is at a critical point within our community and our country. Various Charlotte artists have come together to be heard, inspire, and challenge our collective humanity.

New Details In The Three Scenarios CMS Board Members Are Considering For The Fall

Planning a school year for 147,000 students during a pandemic is complicated. Just ask Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board chair Elyse Dashew.

CATS Unveils Bus Artwork By Local Students

Mayor ProTem Julie Eiselt and CATS CEO John Lewis unveiled two CATS buses decorated with artwork by two local students. The students were winners of CATS inaugural “Art-on-the-Roll” art competition, bringing student artwork to the streets of Charlotte.

Distribution Of Two Million Free Masks For Mecklenburg County Residents Begins Prior To July 4th Holiday

With North Carolina remaining in Phase 2 of the Safer at Home Order and a mandatory face covering requirement being in effect, community partners are trying to ensure Mecklenburg County residents have access to them by beginning the distribution of two million masks before the July 4th holiday.