Helene recovery program funded only 6 out of 1000 potential temporary housing trailers
Amid the devastation following Hurricane Helene Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order stating there is an urgent need for temporary housing units.Β
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CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings releases full separation agreement with City of Charlotte
CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings has released his full separation agreement with the City of Charlotte, worth over $300K. It includes a $45,000 bonus for staying on as Chief until January, an extra 40 days of vacation time, severance of $175,000 and more.
CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings to retire from force after 33 years
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings will retire at the end of the year. CMPD made the announcement on Twitter Sunday evening during the Memorial Day weekend.
Coca-Cola 600 to have sold out crowd for 4th straight year
The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway has officially sold out for the fourth consecutive year.
CMPD investigating homicide in north Charlotte
One person died in a shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday night.
Doctor uses AI to help expecting mothers
Researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill are using AI technology to provide more resources for those expecting mothers.
Motorcyclist killed in Catawba County crash
A motorcyclist died in a head-on collision in Catawba County on Friday night.
Large police presence outside arcade in east Charlotte
A late-night crime scene outside the Freedom Arcade at North Sharon Amity Road and Albemarle Road. That's in east Charlotte.
Friday afternoon shooting sends 2 to the hospital with life-threatening injuries
It happened around 5:30 Friday evening on Stroud Park Court.
Charlotte City Councilwoman, 2 daughters make first appearance in federal court
Tiawana Brown and her daughters pleaded not guilty Friday on multiple federal charges related to $124,000 of fraudulently obtained PPP loans.
North Carolina's high court says elections board shift can continue while governor appeals
The North Carolina Supreme Court has confirmed it was OK for a new law that shifted the power to appoint State Board of Elections members away from the Democratic governor to have taken effect earlier this month.
Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | May 24th and May 25th
From life-sized monopoly to a memorial day pool party, check out the top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend.
Publix recalls baby food pouches after testing finds elevated levels of lead
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
Trimble to become primary sponsor on Buescher, Preece NASCAR Cup Series cars beginning in 2025
Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing has announced a multi-year sponsor partnership with Trimble, a global technology company that enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation.
Charlotte solid waste services will collect residential garbage and Recycle on Memorial Day
City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will collect residential garbage, recycling and yard waste on Monday, May 26. Bulky waste will be collected as scheduled.
Knothole Foundation Sports Card Show
Adam Wurtzel invited the Knothole Foundation into the Rising studio to talk about a special Baseball Card Show happening this weekend.
Get To Know Your City: Memorial Day edition
In this photo gallery, weβre highlighting some of the best events, hidden gems, and must-see spots around Charlotte for Memorial Day.
Increased reward in Asha Degree investigation
There is now an increased reward for information in the disappearance of 9-year-old Asha Degree. The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office announced the increased reward, totaling $75,000 on Friday.
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