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Union County Detectives Charge Known Drug Trafficker With 2nd Degree Murder

Union County detectives have charged a man with 2nd Degree Murder after discovering he had sold pills containing Fentanyl to an Indian Trail woman who later died.

Crews Respond To Wastewater Overflow In Northwest Charlotte

Charlotte Water Crews responded to a wastewater overflow on Tallwood Court in northwest Charlotte on Wednesday, according to a news release.

CFD: Portion Of I-485 Inner Loop Shuts Down After Fatal Crash

A portion of Interstate 485 in northwest Charlotte is shut down after a deadly crash Wednesday afternoon.

Iredell County Deputies Are In Search For A Missing Woman

The Iredell County Sheriff's Department is seeking assistance in finding Niecy Rode Moore, who was last seen Monday, March 14th.

North Carolina Wildlife Officials Confirm Avian Flu Cases

Wildlife experts in experts in North Carolina have confirmed that birds in four separate counties have died from the avian flu.

Knights Fest Returns On Saturday, April 2 At Truist Field

With Opening Knight of the 2022 season less than a month away, the Charlotte Knights have announced the return of the team’s signature pre-season event, Knights Fest, for all fans on Saturday, April 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Truist Field. Tickets are $5 with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Charlotte Knights Charities.

Bomb-Threatened Black Schools Eligible For Security Grants

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to announce that historically Black colleges and universities that recently received bomb threats are eligible for federal campus security grants.

AP Source: Panthers Add Foreman, Re-Sign Haynes, Chandler

A person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers added depth to their backfield by agreeing to a one-year, $2 million contract with free agent running back D’Onta Foreman.

Food Trucks In The Area Adjusting How They Operate To Due To High Gas And Food Prices

Tin Kitchen food trucks offer gourmet tacos, quesadillas, sliders, and more. But if you live outside of the uptown area, you may not see their trucks for a while.

Local Church Gives $1 Million Dollars To Complete Habitat for Humanity Project On Land Donated By The Brooks Brothers

A local church is giving one million dollars to help complete an East Charlotte Habitat for Humanity project on land that was donated by the late restaurant owner Scott Brooks and his brother David.

RAIN GEAR ALERT: A Wet Wednesday On Tap

Isolated storms may produce gusty winds and small hail through the day Wednesday into early Thursday morning.

Police: Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By Alleged Drunk Driver In East Charlotte

Police say a man has died after being hit by an alleged drunk driver while he was walking across the street in east Charlotte.

Deputies: Man Attempts To Rob Convenience Store, Only Gets Away With Beer

Deputies say a man assaulted a cashier after trying to rob a convenience store in Iredell County. The only thing he got away with was a cold beer, according to deputies.

U.S. Senate Passes The "Sunshine Protection Act"

The Senate has passed the "Sunshine Protection Act", which would make Daylight Saving Time permanent. If passed by the House, it then goes to the President's desk to be signed.

Food, Culture, And Community All Mixed Up - The Bowl At Ballantyne Is Set To Open In 2023

The Bowl at Ballantyne will bring community, culture, and cuisine to the city!

Courtside Hornets Fans Not Required To Be Vaccinated Or Show Proof Of Negative COVID Test

Hornets fans sitting in areas within 15 feet of the Spectrum Center court will no longer be required to be vaccinated or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test.

Mecklenburg County Detention Center To Resume Face-To-Face Visitation

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office will resume face-to-face visitation at Mecklenburg County Detention Center-Central starting on Monday, March 21.