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Police: Man Arrested After Firing Shot At CATS Bus

A man has been arrested and is in custody after police say he fired a shot at a CATS bus.

Panthers Players To Keep Pounding With Wilks

WCCB's Kelli Bartik reports that Carolina Panthers Players support Steve Wilks and plan to Keep Pounding after Matt Rhule was fired.

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CMPD: Overall Crime Is Up, Violent Crime Is Down In Charlotte, Many Residents Say They Still Feel Unsafe

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released third quarter crime stats for 2022.

Union County Sheriff's Office Unveils New Administration Building

The Union County Sheriff's Office unveiled its new administration building.

Human Remains Found Buried In Yard Identified

Human remains that were found buried in a yard in Conover have been positively identified as those of a man reported missing for more than a year.

Police Departments Across North Carolina Are Now Handling Mental Health Calls Differently

When someone calls 911 for an emergency, police departments are now tasked with figuring out how to respond if the call is centered around a mental health crisis.

NCDOT Crews Prepare for Wintry Weather

It may still be fall across the Carolinas, but the North Carolina Department of Transportation is already getting ready for wintry weather.

Death Investigation Underway after Disabled Vet Dies In East Charlotte House Fire

Todd Anthony's brothers say he died at the top of the stairs because he suffered from Parkinson's Disease and was confined to a wheelchair. CMPD says this is a death investigation and arson is not being ruled out.

FDA Clears Updated COVID Boosters for Young Children

The U.S. on Wednesday authorized updated COVID-19 boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave

Ball's Ankle Sprain Confirmed, Status for Opener Unclear

The Charlotte Hornets breathed a sigh of relief Tuesday after an MRI on All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball confirmed the initial diagnosis of a sprained left ankle and revealed no significant long-term injury.

Ardrey Kell Ladies Volleyball Team Get Ready For A Hometown Rival

Hometown rivalries add to the excitement of high school sports. But that rivalry isn't just about football.

Center City Weekend With Moira Quinn: Movies In The Park, Hola Festival, Biketoberfest, and More

Moira Quinn is always in the know with fun events around Charlotte. This week, catch a movie outside, visit the Hola Festival, and more.

North Carolina's Voter Registration Deadline Is Friday

North Carolina’s deadline to register to vote for the midterm elections is Friday, October 14th. The midterms will be held on November 8th.

What The Tech: Malicious Facebook Apps

A warning from Meta, Facebook's parent company, that over a million usernames and passwords have been stolen and are now in the hands of bad guys.

Don't Waste Your Money: Home Insurance

With hurricane season underway, it's important to make sure your home is fully covered from a storm. Consumer reporter John Matarese shows what to watch for, so you don't waste your money.

Panthers Interim HC Steve Wilks Excited For Opportunity And Embracing Challenge

The Steve Wilks Era Begins. Panthers Interim Head Coach Steve Wilks is leading the men inside the locker-room. WCCB's Kelli Bartik reports how he's also inspiring the young men on the field at West Charlotte High School, where he graduated.

Traffic On South End Improves As Water Project Is Nearly Complete

The last barrier wall for the South End Water Improvement project is now gone. Two years of detours, construction noise and a mess of traffic will be ending soon on South Blvd.