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Police: 32-Year-Old Man Shot, Killed In Gastonia

A 32-year-old man was fatally shot Monday night in Gastonia, sparking a homicide investigation, according to Gastonia Police Department.

Four Men Behind Bars, Charged In Murder Of 13-Year-Old Monroe Girl

Loyalti Allah was sitting at a picnic table in her neighborhood, waiting to eat, when she was gunned down. Her family and friends are mourning the young girl who they say stood out.

Over a Months Worth of Rain For Some in Just 3 Hours

Over a months worth of rain fell across portions of the WCCB area on Monday.

Charlotte Hornets To Distribute 10,000 Basketballs To Local Youth Through New Bee-Ball For All Program

The Charlotte Hornets have launched a new initiative entitled “Bee-Ball for All,” in which the organization will distribute 10,000 free basketballs to children ages 5-17 in the Charlotte community. The basketballs, which feature a unique “Bee-Ball for All” logo, are intended to spread a love for the game of basketball among local youth.

COVID-19 Surging As North Carolina Set To Ease Restrictions

The number of North Carolinians in the hospital due to COVID-19 has doubled in the last two weeks, the 14-day rolling average of new daily cases has increased by nearly 200% and the share of tests coming back positive is at its highest level in more than five months.

AAA: Carolina Gas Prices Dip As Crude Oil Prices See Dramatic Fluctuation

Motorists saw some positive change at the pump on the week with gas prices in the Carolinas declining, as U.S. gasoline demand remained relatively flat and crude oil prices began to fluctuate.

Mecklenburg County Public Health Announces Plans To Vaccinate All Health Department Staff Against COVID-19

The Mecklenburg County Public Health Department announced Monday that all of their employees will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting Aug. 2, 2021, and must show proof of vaccination by Sept. 7, 2021. 

Help Saveth A Life At 5th Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival Blood Drive

The American Red Cross and Carolina Renaissance Festival invite thy noble donors to roll up a sleeve and travel back in time at the fifth annual Carolina Renaissance Festival Blood Drive on Sunday, August 1, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Comfort Suites Lake Norman.

North Carolina Woman To Become Rare 2-Time Organ Donor

A North Carolina woman is set to join the elite ranks of two-time living organ donors.

Morning Ritual Pays Off With $100,000 Win For Cabarrus County Man

Leonard Burch’s morning routine of stopping for coffee and scratch-offs on his way to work took a turn for the better last week with a $100,000 win.

18-Year-Old Fatally Shot In West Charlotte, Investigation Underway

Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in west Charlotte early Monday morning, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Friends & Family Remember 13-Year-Old Girl Killed in Monroe Drive-By Shooting; 4 Suspects Arrested

A makeshift memorial is growing at the spot where a 13-year-old girl was killed in a drive-by shooting. Monroe Police now have four suspects in custody.

Date Night Ideas In N.C. That Won't Break The Bank

Whether you're in a relationship or just getting to know someone new, check out our list of affordable date ideas in North Carolina.

BREAKING: 13-year-old Shot, Killed In Drive-By Shooting In Monroe

It happened around 8 p.m. Saturday on Icemorlee Drive.

N.C. Dealership Apologizes For Derogatory Term Used For Black Customer

A North Carolina car dealership has apologized for a derogatory term posted to its social media to identify a Black woman who bought a car from the business.

CMPD Chief Opens Up About Gang Issues In Charlotte

A candid CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings didn't hold back during an exclusive interview Friday. WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich asked him directly if Charlotte has a gang issue.