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Kerrick Trial: Dramatic Testimony From First Responder

During cross examination, the defense pointed out Officer Kerrick had injuries.

Kerrick Trial: Attorneys Argue Showing Photos of Ferrell's Body

Attorneys continue to argue about photos of Ferrell's body at shooting scene.

NC Lottery Brings Lottery Games to Gas Pumpers

The North Carolina Education Lottery is making it easier to buy lottery tickets by allowing customers to purchase them at the gas pumping screen.

Kerrick Trial: Tearful Testimony as Witnesses Recall Last Encounters with Ferrell

Eight witnesses testified Monday in the voluntary manslaughter trial for Officer Wes Kerrick.

Ferrel Supporters Rally in Marshall Park

A small group of Jonathan Ferrell supporters rallied in Marshall Park Monday morning, then marched to the courthouse.

Kerrick Trial: Opening Statements Paint Two Pictures Of Jonathan Ferrell

The state and defense gave the first details of how they will present their case during opening statements of the trial of CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick Monday.

CMPD Engages Community As Kerrick Trial Gets Underway

Opening statements are set for Monday in the trial of CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick. WCCB Charlotte anchor Morgan Fogarty has a look at how police have prepared for the trial.

Will The Kerrick Trial Play Out On Camera?

With the jurors off for the weekend, Judge Ervin heard arguments again Thursday from the media, asking for cameras to be allowed inside the courtroom.

Charlotte FOP Seeking Donations for Officer Wes Kerrick

The Charlotte Fraternal Order of Police is now asking for contributions to help support CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick and his family.

Kerrick Trial: Opening Statements Set For Monday

Opening statements should start Monday in the criminal trial for CMPD Officer Wes Kerrick. He's charged with voluntary manslaughter in the 2013 shooting death of Jonathan Ferrell.

Water Shortage Guidelines in Bessemer City

Due to the lack of rain, Bessemer City has initiated stage 1 water shortage guidelines.

Kerrick Trial: Final Juror Seated

The 12th juror was seated Tuesday; four alternates are still needed. As WCCB Charlotte's Amy Cowman reports, emotions are running high for all those involved.

Prayer Problems Continue in Rowan County

County Commissioners have formally filed a request for an appeal after a federal court ruled the way they prayed before meetings were discriminatory.

Lincoln County Commission To Hear First Muslim Prayer

A prayer debate in Lincoln County. In May, the commission chair said he only wanted Christian prayer at public meetings.

North Carolina Fire Captain Found Dead

Fire Captain James Hicks was found dead yesterday morning after going into a working structure fire the night before.

North Carolina Transportation Secretary Resigns

Governor Pat McCrory announced today that Tony Tata has resigned as Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT) to focus on personal and family matters in addition to pursuing his passion as an author.