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Active SWAT Situation Underway In Northwest Charlotte

CMPD says an active SWAT situation is underway in northwest Charlotte.

Disabled Veteran Files Lawsuit Against Gastonia Police, Claims Civil Rights Violated

Joshua Rohrer says he was assaulted by Gastonia Police Officers during his October 2021 arrest. He says his civil rights were violated, and since then, Rohrer says he's endured harassment on the department's social media page.

Over 30 Arrested Following Large Disturbance In Uptown Charlotte During Fireworks Show

CMPD announces the arrest of more than 30 people, including kids, following a large disturbance during the Uptown Charlotte fireworks show on July 4th.

CMPD Investigating Homicide In Southwest Charlotte

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a homicide that left one dead and one critically injured.

4th Of July Celebration Can Trigger PTSD For Veterans

4th of July is of course a celebration of America's independence, but how we celebrate sometimes hurts those who fought for that independence. Parades, cookouts, and of course the fireworks.

Pyro Shows Prepares For 4th Of July SkyShow 2023 At Truist Field

SkyShow 2023 is put on by Pyro Shows and will last roughly 22 minutes.

Four People Shot in North Charlotte

The victims were taken to the hospital. Two are suffering life-threatening injuries.

16-Year-Old Charlotte Student Drowns In Lake Norman

Austin, a 16-year-old rugby standout, went missing while boating on Lake Norman Saturday. NC Wildlife tells WCCB that the teen jumped off the boat and went into distress. His body was recovered the next day.

Teen Found Dead In Monroe Hotel Ignites Homicide Investigation

A teen was found dead from gunshot wounds in a Monroe Hotel Saturday, July 1st.

Charlotte Hornet's Sign Second Overall Prick Brandon Miller

Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Mitch Kupchak announced today the team has signed Brandon Miller, the second overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft

An Anti-Trump Video Shared By The DeSantis Campaign Is 'Homophobic,' Says A Conservative LGBT Group

A prominent group that represents LGBT conservatives says a video shared by Ron DeSantis ′ presidential campaign that slams rival Donald Trump for his past support of gay and transgender people “ventured into homophobic territory.”

Whitewater Center Will No Longer Feature A Fireworks Display On July 3rd Or 4th

The Whitewater Center confirmed via Facebook there will no longer feature a fireworks display on July 3rd or 4th.

A New Chick-Fil-A Is Coming To Charlotte's University Area

Construction for a new Chick-Fil-A restaurant has begun. The restaurant will be replacing the Hardee's on University City Boulevard.

4th Of July Beach Forecast In The Carolinas

Prepare for high heat and humidity this weekend along the coast

Family Of Woman Killed In Shooting Says Charge Against Boyfriend Is Wrong

Talia Petoia was shot and killed this past March in North Carolina. Her boyfriend at the time was Tyler Laughter, who was charged with involuntary manslaughter.