North Carolina News

A Ride With Bite: Carowinds’ Copperhead Strike Is Now Open

Copperhead Strike, the Carolinas' first dual launch coaster, is officially open at Carowinds

Lincolnton Man Charged With Animal Cruelty After Several Dogs Found Dead From Starvation

Several dogs in Lincoln County are dead after the owner tells deputies he forgot about them while working and staying in Charlotte and going through a bad separation.

Iredell County Man Charged With Impersonating Officer

A man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he was seen impersonating an officer on Tuesday.

Suspect Charged With Shooting Teen In South Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged a suspect with shooting a teen in south Charlotte Wednesday night.

Novant Health: Endometriosis

Painful periods are something women suffer through every month.

Bill Aimed At Attracting Panthers Continues Through S.C. Legislature

A proposal to change South Carolina labor laws to attract the Carolina Panthers to move their practice facility and headquarters across the North Carolina state line continues its quick journey through the Legislature.

Homer Previews Charlotte Knights Fest

Homer and Tommy Viola from the Charlotte Knights swing by the studio to talk about Knights Fest!

Sheriff says Privilege at Play After Complaints About Speed Trap in Cornelius

Sheriff Garry McFadden isn't backing down after a speed trap caused controversy in Cornelius. Neighbors think they were targeted, while the Sheriff says privilege is at play.

Concord Man Convicted of Rape 43 Years Ago Appeals Decision to Federal Court

Ronnie Long has been behind bars for more than four decades. If three Federal Judges rule in his favor, the Concord native may soon walk free.

New Numbers Show How Devastating Opioid Crisis Is In Charlotte

Overdose deaths are up 35%. Doctors are more hesitant to prescribe pain medication, making it hard for people with chronic pain to find relief.

Possible Unintentional Shooting Sends One Lincoln County Man To The Hospital

A man was injured Wednesday night in what deputies are calling a "possible unintentional shooting."

March Madness: NCAA Tournament Primed To Top Itself Again

The NCAA Tournament somehow seems to be getting better every year, almost as if each bracket is extending from the previous one.

Huntersville Police Need Help Identifying Weekend Armed Robbery Suspect

Huntersville Police are trying to identify a suspect they say robbed at least one convenience store over the weekend.

Florence And Michael Retired By The World Meteorological Organization

Florence and Michael won’t have another chance to wreak havoc in the Atlantic Basin.

Former State Rep. Rodney Moore Booked On Charges Related To Campaign Finance Fraud

Former state Rep. Rodney Moore of Charlotte was indicted on Monday by a Mecklenburg County grand jury. Also included in the indictment is Moore's campaign treasurer, Tammy Neal.

Driver Dies After Collision With Kannapolis Fire Truck

A Kannapolis man has died following a collision with a fire truck on Tuesday afternoon.

Authorities Recover Several Firearms Stolen From Catawba County Residences

Authorities have recovered stolen firearms from several residences in Catawba County and say charges are pending on the accused suspect.

Seven Popular Broadway Musicals Coming To Ovens Auditorium

Ovens Auditorium will host seven Broadway musicals as part of the PNC Broadway Lights Series and Broadway Extras presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts.