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CMPD Offers 4th Of July Safety Tips

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released safety tips for the 4th of July.

Fireworks And PTSD: How To Support Veterans And First Responders

Fireworks can trigger PTSD in veterans and first responders. Here's how to offer support this Fourth of July.

Da Clears Pineville Police Officer Of Criminal Wrongdoing

Meck. Co. DA: Jury Would Not Unanimously Agree That Pineville Officer Committed Crime In Shoplifting Shooting

But, the DA also described the shooting as "jarring" and said that the appropriateness of the officer's "tactics may be ripe for other authorities to evaluate."

Vaping Regulations, DMV Changes Among Bills Signed By North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV.

Where To Watch Fireworks Around Charlotte

Check out this list of where to celebrate and watch the fireworks on the 4th of July.

Motorcyclist Killed After Fiery Crash In Burke County

A motorcyclist died after a head-on collision with a cargo van in Burke County

Mother Charged After 2-Year-Old Overdoses

A Statesville mother is facing a felony charge for child abuse after her two-year-old nearly died from an overdose on Monday.

Independence Outbound Delayed Due To Crashes, Downed Telephone Pole

Expect delays on East Independence outbound Wednesday afternoon after a pair of crashes, one of which caused a telephone pole to break in half.

Temporary CATS Bus Detour – SkyShow

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) will temporarily adjust bus routes in Uptown due to the SkyShow event for Independence Day.

South Carolina Murder Suspect Arrested In Union County

A 25-year-old man, wanted for murder out of Chesterfield County, was arrested following a traffic stop in Union County.

Kemba Walker Returning To Hornets As An Assistant

Kemba Walker is returning to the Charlotte Hornets — as a player enhancement coach.

Nine Stores Pay Fines For Price Scanning Errors

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Standards Division has collected fines from nine stores in Alamance, Forsyth, Hertford, Mecklenburg, Moore, Wake and Union counties for price scanning errors.

Two People Found Dead Inside North Charlotte Home

Victim And Offender Identified In Murder-Suicide Case

After finding two people dead following a murder-suicide in north Charlotte, CMPD has identified both the victim and the offender.

68,000 Pounds Of Apples Being Donated To Second Harvest Food Bank Of Metrolina

On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Harris Teeter and Washington Fruit Growers will present a donation of 68,000 pounds of fresh apples to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.

North Carolina's May County And Area Employment Figures Released

Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 95 of North Carolina’s counties in May 2024, decreased in four, and remained unchanged in one.

Arrest Made Following Shooting During Youth Baseball Game At Wingate University

Police say they arrested Weston Vonegidy on July 2nd for the shooting that happened during a youth baseball game on the campus of Wingate University.

Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week July 19th-28th

Diners looking for some delicious distractions this summer can escape to fresh flavors during Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week, to run Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 28, 2024.