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Concord Fire Truck Involved In Crash While Responding To Call

Four Concord firefighters and a truck driver were injured in a wreck involving a Concord fire truck Friday afternoon, according to authorities.

Sanitation Worker Killed While Picking Up Debris On I-77 In York County Identified

Troopers say a sanitation worker was killed after being hit by a vehicle on I-77 in York County while picking up debris. The incident happened just before 1:30am on I-77 Northbound near exit 89, which is approximately five miles north of Fort Mill.

Humane Society Of Charlotte Offers $25 Adoption Fees For Adult Cats And Dogs Through BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty The Shelters Campaign

The Humane Society of Charlotte will offer $25 adoption fees for adult dogs (1 year or older and over 20 lbs) and $25 adoption fees for all adult cats today through Sunday. All interested adopters can request an adoption appointment at adoptcharlotte.org

Pfizer To Seek OK For 3rd Vaccine Dose; Shots Still Protect

Pfizer is about to seek U.S. authorization for a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine, saying Thursday that another shot within 12 months could dramatically boost immunity and maybe help ward off the latest worrisome coronavirus mutant.

Vaccinated Teachers And Students Don’t Need Masks, CDC Says

Vaccinated teachers and students don’t need to wear masks inside school buildings, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday in relaxing its COVID-19 guidelines.

Scattered Storms to Start the Weekend

Dry to start the day but a cold front will bring late afternoon rain and storms.

UNC, Florida, Michigan, OU To Play In Jumpman Invitational

The Charlotte Sports Foundation has announced a three-year deal with Jordan Brand to host the Jumpman Invitational, a holiday college basketball event featuring North Carolina, Florida, Michigan and Oklahoma — the original four schools to sign a partnership with Jordan Brand.

Rising Talks with Scripps National Spelling Bee Finalist Sreethan Gajula

Spelling is easy as A-B-C, 1-2-3 for one local teen from Union County - who's headed to the Scripps National Spelling Bee Finals

6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Reported near the California Nevada Border

Multiple earthquakes rattle California today including a magnitude 6.0.

Charges Dropped Again Travis Price In Rock Hill 'Controversial' Arrest, Officer Fired And Charged As Officials Release Body Camera Video

As body camera footage was released of a 'controversial' arrest of two brothers in Rock Hill, charges were dropped against Travis Price, one of the two brothers, and an officer was fired and charged for his role in the incident.

27-Year-Old Woman Arrested For South Charlotte Bank Robbery

A 27-year-old woman has been charged for the Tuesday evening robbery of a south Charlotte Wells Fargo Bank, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives.

Biden Says U.S. War In Afghanistan Will End August 31

President Joe Biden on Thursday said the U.S. military mission in Afghanistan will conclude on Aug. 31, saying “speed is safety” as the United States seeks to end the nearly 20-year war.

AAA Warns Motorists Of Potential Dangers From Tropical Storm Elsa

Despite the weakening of Tropical Storm Elsa, heavy rain, strong winds and possible flooding pose a threat for motorists in the Carolinas. AAA is providing tips to help Carolinians before and during the storm.

79-Year-Old Rock Hill Man Charged After Accused Of Chasing Two Juveniles While Exposed

A 79-year-old Rock Hill man has been charged after being accused of chasing two juveniles while being exposed Wednesday evening, according to police.

Healthy Headlines: Avoiding Summer Injuries

Summertime means lots of outdoor activities which can also mean more injuries. Michelle Billings from Novant Health - GoHealth Urgent Care shares tips on how we can avoid some of those summer injuries.

One Injured In Gastonia Shooting At Sonic Drive-In

A person was injured in a shooting at a Sonic Drive-In restaurant in Gastonia Wednesday afternoon, according to the Gastonia Police Department.

Police: Suspect Wanted For Robbery Of Gastonia Business

The Gastonia Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect that robbed a business on June 26.

Major College Hoops Are Coming To Uptown Charlotte With Jumpman Invitational

The Charlotte Sports Foundation announced Thursday that they are partnering with the Jordan Brand in a three-year deal that will bring some of the biggest college basketball teams to the Queen City for the Jumpman Invitational.

Fans Banned At Olympics; Tokyo Under State Of Emergency

Fans were banned from the pandemic-postponed Tokyo Olympics which will open in two weeks, Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike said after meeting with IOC and Japanese organizers on Thursday.