North Carolina News

CFD: Deadly Crash On I-85 Causes Major Delays

Several lanes of Interstate 85 south are closed due to a deadly crash in north Charlotte, CFD officials say.

CMPD Seizes Large Amount Of Weapons Following Long-Term Drug Investigation | PHOTOS

Over the Fourth of July weekend, CMPD officers seized a large amount of weapons during a drug-related search warrant.

Mecklenburg County Activates Cooling Stations In Response To Extreme Heat

Cooling stations will open from Wednesday, July 6th through at least Friday, July 8th across Mecklenburg County in order to provide residents refuge from the heat.

Highland Park 4th Of July Shooting Suspect Bought 5 Weapons Despite Threats

A man charged Tuesday with seven counts of murder after firing off more than 70 rounds at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago legally bought five weapons, including the high-powered rifle used in the shooting, despite authorities being called to his home twice in 2019 for threats of violence and suicide, police said.

7-Year-Old Gaston Co. Boy Recovering From Second Degree Burns After Fireworks Accident

A seven-year-old boy in Gaston County is on the road to recovery after being hit by fireworks. A wayward rocket exploded, leaving Lyrik Chastain with second degree burns.

Hot & Humid With Isolated Severe Storms Through The Week

Hot and humid with isolated severe storms dominate the days ahead

Shots Fired On 4th Of July Holiday In Monroe

Union County Communications received multiple phone calls notifying officials of shots fired in the area of East Jefferson Street and North Church Street in Monroe on Monday.

CMPD: Victim With Multiple Gunshot Wounds Dies After Being Found In North Charlotte

A 27-year-old man was pronounced dead at the hospital after being found suffering from multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds in north Charlotte early Tuesday morning, CMPD says.

New Drug Dogs Coming To The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office | PHOTOS

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has two new dual-purpose narcotic detection and tracking canines thanks to a donation made by The Treadstone Group.

Police: 39-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Shooting In Salisbury

The Salisbury Police Department is investigating after a 39-year-old man was shot and killed early Tuesday morning.

Lincoln County Detectives Charge 2 Men With Passing Forged Checks At The Same Business

Two men were arrested and charged with passing forged checks at the same Lincoln County business, according to the sheriff's office.

Firefighters Bring North Charlotte Fire Under Control

A fire in north Charlotte was brought under control by firefighters within 20 minutes on Monday.

Abortion Rights Protesters Rally In Concord Ahead Of Upcoming Political Battle

In North Carolina, activists are gearing up for a possible political fight over the future of abortion in the state. House Speaker Tim Moore is promising pro-life protections will be a priority for state lawmakers in January.