North Carolina News

Two-Alarm Fire Damages Unit In Ballantyne

An accidental fire damaged an apartment complex in Ballantyne early Sunday morning, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.

Man Killed In Overnight Crash On I-85 In Gastonia

One person was killed in an overnight, single-vehicle car crash on Interstate 85 in Gastonia.

Downed Power Lines Closes Road In South Charlotte

Old Pineville Road in south Charlotte has closed in both directions due to downed power lines lying in the road.

Suspect Arrested For Robbing Academy Sports & Dick’s Sporting Goods In Matthews

The suspect accused of robbing two sporting good stores has been identified as 21-year-old Vidall Velasquez has arrested and charged with armed robbery.

Gaston County Man Enjoys $100,000 Powerball Win

Julian Macaulay of Mount Holly took a chance on a $3 Power Play ticket and won a $100,000 prize.

Extreme Weather: Update on Charlotte-Mecklenburg Homeless Shelters and Assistance

In response to extreme weather, forecasted through Sunday morning, Jan. 21, 2024, an activation of extreme weather protocols will begin this evening to include expanded hours of operation and additional capacity at area homeless shelters.

Wccb's Donia Duchess Talks With Jasmine Guy

WCCB's Donia Duchess Chats With Jasmine Guy

Donia catches up with renowned actress, singer, dancer, and director Jasmine Guy.

Lenoir Man Sentenced For Obtaining Property By False Pretenses

A Lenoir man was sentenced to six to nine years in prison for obtaining property by false pretenses in Caldwell County.

Flight Attendant From Charlotte Arrested For Allegedly Filming Minors In Aircraft Bathroom

A 37-year-old American Airlines flight attendant has been arrested for allegedly secretly filming minor female passengers using the aircraft bathroom on multiple occasions.

Suspects In Custody After Hitting A Police Cruiser Twice With A Stolen Vehicle

Two suspects have been arrested after stealing a motor vehicle and hitting a police cruiser twice in south Charlotte.

17-Year-Old Killed In Southeast Charlotte Wreck

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has identified the victim involved in the fatal car crash on East W.T. Harris Boulevard Wednesday afternoon.

Gastonia Police: 19-Year-Old Charged With First Degree Murder In Alleged Fatal Shooting

A man has been charged with first degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old on January 17th, according to a news release.

Fatal Collision In Wilkesboro

State troopers are investigating following a fatal crash in Wilkesboro on Thursday, January 18th.

Criminals Expand Financial Sextortion Scheme

The FBI Charlotte Field Office has seen an increase in financial sextortion crimes and the type of schemes being used. Across the country financial sextortion cases are skyrocketing. In North Carolina, from 2022 to 2023, FBI Charlotte saw a 20% increase in reports statewide.