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Panthers Exercise Fifth-Year Option On Linebacker Shaq Thompson

The Carolina Panthers have exercised the fifth-year option on linebacker Shaq Thompson, the team announced Tuesday.

Man Charged with Shooting Child in West Charlotte with Paintball Gun

There's growing concern over an increase in paintball attacks in Charlotte. Police say the suspects are firing at cars, homes, and innocent people. One of the latest victims is a two-year-old girl.

Dozens Protest Against Sexual Education In "Sex Ed Sit Out" Rally

It's part of a grassroots movement started by moms on social media called "Sex Ed Sit Out."

Former Hickory Police Sergeant Indicted On Excessive Force Charges

A former sergeant with the Hickory Police Department was indicted Monday on excessive force and obstructing justice charges related to a 2013 incident.

Pet Palooza 2018 Exceeds Fundraising Goals for the Humane Society of Charlotte

The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) hosted their annual signature event, Pet Palooza Festival & Walk for the Animals on Saturday, April 21, 2018. This year's event featured new vendors, food trucks, beer trucks, "doga", and professional wrestlers affiliated with…

Authorities Seize More Than 2 Kilos Of Cocaine, $57K In Cash In Union County

Authorities seized roughly two and a half kilos of cocaine and over $57,000 in cash while executing search warrants last week.

Teen Charged With Making Threat At Lake Norman High School

Officials say they charged a student at Lake Norman High School for sending threatening text messages.

Man Arrested For Trafficking Heroin In Statesville

Detectives say they arrested a Statesville man following a two-month undercover drug operation.

Traffic Stop Leads To Felony Drug Arrests In Iredell County

Deputies say a traffic stop led them to finding drugs and a stolen gun in Iredell County.

Student Accused Of Bringing Gun To Garinger High School

Officials say a student brought a gun to Garinger High School.

Gaston County Assistant District Attorney Arrested On Felony Drug Charges

An assistant district attorney for Gaston County was arrested on felony drug charges in Waxhaw over the weekend.

One Dead, Three Injured In Union County Motel Shootout

One person is dead and three others injured following a shootout at a Union County motel.

North Carolina Tree Climbing Championship Comes To Freedom Park

We take a look at professional tree climbers competing in Freedom Park this weekend.

Charlotte Hounds Enjoy Record Breaking Night In Home Opener

The Charlotte Hounds defeated the Boston Cannons by a score of 25-7 to kick-off the 2018 Major League Lacrosse campaign. A record-breaking night saw the Hounds set a franchise record in goals scored and tie a franchise record goals allowed.

Woman Dies After Being Struck By SUV In South Charlotte, Driver Charged

A female bicyclist is dead after being struck by a SUV at a south Charlotte intersection.

Man Involved In Two-Car Crash In East Charlotte Last Week Dies

A man has died more than a week after police say the vehicle he was driving crossed over the center line and collided with another vehicle in east Charlotte.

Teen Dies After Being Hit By Car In North Charlotte

A teenager has died after being hit by a car in north Charlotte Friday afternoon.

CLT Eye Doctor Accused of Using Cocaine While Working

Dr. Jonathan Christenbury is now accused of using cocaine, even showing up to surgeries while he was high. Here's a look at the details of the charges.