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Two Fugitives Suspected In Atlanta Murder Arrested In South Charlotte

Two fugitives who were wanted in connection to a murder in Atlanta, Georgia have been arrested in Charlotte, according to police.

Deputies: Charlotte Man Arrested For Thousands Of Dollars' Worth Of Fraudulent Charges

A 24-year-old Charlotte man has been charged with using someone else's financial card to rack up thousands of dollars’ worth of fraudulent charges to their bank account, according to Lincoln County deputies.

Carowinds No Longer Requiring Reservations And Adds Summer Bonus Days

Carowinds has announced that advanced reservations are no longer required to visit Carowinds and Carolina Harbor Waterpark. The amusement park has also added additional days to its summer calendar.

Mecklenburg County Detention Center Implements Meal For Eid al-Adha

For the first time in the history of the Mecklenburg County Detention Center Central, Muslim residents at the facility were served a lunch meal in celebration of the Islamic holiday Eid al-Adha. This is a celebration held in the Muslim community to mark one of their five pillars.

Seventh Annual Dragon Boat Festival Returns July 24th

The Seventh Annual Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival will be held at The Shrine Club on High Rock Lake on Sat., July 24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The festival will showcase several food trucks and local breweries as well as family activities and outdoor recreation retailer, Backcountry and Beyond.

On the Road with James: Rockingham

Take a trip with James to Richmond County, North Carolina, to take on Rockingham!

Piedmont Lithium Makes Case for Gaston Co. Mine; Protesters Oppose Plan

A battle is brewing over a proposed lithium mine in Gaston County. Piedmont Lithium has a deal to sell the material to Tesla for electric car batteries, but neighbors are raising concerns.

Three Charged For Firearm Theft In Lincolnton

Three suspects have been charged in the theft of firearms valued at $3,700 from a home east of Lincolnton.

Health Officials: Precautions Urged After West Nile Virus Found In Mecklenburg County

The State Laboratory of Public Health identified West Nile virus (WNV) in a mosquito collected in central Mecklenburg County Wednesday, July 14. So far, no Mecklenburg County residents have contracted neuroinvasive WNV.

Group Licensing: A New Way For College Athletes To Cash In

With college athletes able to profit from their fame for the first time, North Carolina opened a new path Tuesday for its players to cash in: group licensing for official Tar Heels merchandise.

Gaston County Woman Wins $200,000 Scratch-Off Prize

Vera Bolin of Gastonia tried her luck on a $5 Ca$h Plu$ scratch-off and won a $200,000 prize.

North Carolina Jobless Rate Falls For Ninth Straight Month

More people entered North Carolina’s labor force and were hired in June compared to the month before, according to state officials who announced the unemployment rate fell for the ninth consecutive month.

Armed Suspect Arrested After Barricading Himself In Home Outside Uptown Charlotte

A 35-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning after he barricaded himself in a home outside of Uptown Charlotte, following an accused assault of a woman, according to police.

Denver Man Arrested, Deputies Seize $128,000+ Worth Of Crystal Meth

A 35-year-old Denver man was arrested Friday on multiple charges for distributing large amounts of methamphetamine across several counties including Lincoln, Catawba and Iredell, according to deputies.

Cabarrus County Man Nearly Threw Away His $120,000 Cash 5 Ticket

Jerry Dennis of Concord said he nearly tossed out the window of his truck a Cash 5 ticket that turned out to be worth $120,000.

Neighbors Concerned About Proposed Gaston Co. Lithium Mine

Tuesday night, neighbors hope to learn more about plans for a proposed lithium mine in Gaston County. The material would be used to power batteries for electric cars, but neighbors worry about the environmental impact.

Feast or Famine 48-Hour Rainfall Totals

Some neighborhoods have received over a months worth of rainfall in the last 48-hours.

COVID-19 Cluster Reported On UNC Charlotte Campus

UNC Charlotte has confirmed one COVID-19 cluster through its Niner Health Check, testing and contact tracing protocols. The cluster involves five students residing both on and off campus.