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Charlotte man gets 14 years behind bars for robbing six businesses in two days

A Charlotte man was sentenced to 14 years in prison for robbing six businesses around the Queen City in two days.

North Carolina sheriff steps down after sexual misconduct charges

The longtime sheriff of a western North Carolina county whom some women accused of sexual misconduct has quit before he could be permanently removed.

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Charlotte ranks #13 best city for renters in 2025

Charlotte remains one of the top cities for renters in the U.S., ranking #13 nationwide in RentCafe.com’s Best Cities for Renters 2025 report.

Flooding from Chantal's remnants forces dozens to flee homes in North Carolina

Floodwaters from the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal swept a woman in her car from a rural road and forced dozens of people to flee their homes, officials in North Carolina said Monday.

Filing Opens For 2025 Municipal Elections

2025 municipal election filing opens for candidates

Candidates for positions like Charlotte City Council and Mayor can now submit their paperwork and fees. The filing period runs through next Friday, the 18th, at noon.

Monroe Police identify father and son killed in crash

38-year-old Wilson Broadway Junior and his son, 4-year-old Ja-Miaz Broadway died in the crash.

Millions Set To Lose Snap And Medicaid Benefits

Millions of people could lose access to food and healthcare under federal budget

The so called "Big Beautiful Bill" is now the law of the land. The federal budget will cut funding for social services like SNAP benefits and Medicaid while also cutting taxes for some Americans. Millions of people across the Carolinas could soon lose healthcare and food assistance.

Two-alarm fire at southwest Charlotte recycling center

A two-alarm fire at a recycling center in southwest Charlotte is under investigation.

Statesville man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor

A man from Statesville is behind bars after investigators say he attempted to meet a minor for sexual contact after having inappropriate online conversations with the victim.

Man wanted for murder after woman found dead inside hotel room in Hickory

Hickory Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating an alleged murder suspect.

The Mint Museum to host 19th annual potters market at the Mint September 27

The 19th Annual Potters Market at the Mint—North Carolina’s largest pottery sale featuring the state’s top ceramic talent—returns Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the lawn of Mint Museum Randolph.

Flash flooding causes evacuations in Chapel Hill

Heavy rain and flash flooding caused road closures and evacuations in central North Carolina.

Local charter school is helping to create young entrepreneurs

The charter school founded by Minott is most well known for its Young Moguls Club which teaches students how to start their own businesses.

Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte

View a full list of the biggest names and concerts happening around Charlotte this week.

Chantal weakens to a tropical depression but raises concerns of flash flooding in North Carolina

Tropical Storm Chantal was downgraded to a depression Sunday but raised concerns of possible flash flooding as it makes its way into central and eastern North Carolina.