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CMPD: Police Charge A Man In The Fatal Altercation In North Charlotte

CMPD detectives say they charged Jonathan Ramsey, 31, for the murder of Billy McKay Jr in the apartment complex fight in north Charlotte.

Will Grier Ready To Show Improvements In Year 2

Last season was a big test for Panthers quarterback Will Grier.

County To Decide Soon If Panthers Fans Can Attend Home Opener

Panthers players and coaches are being tested daily during training camp as they prepare for the season, but when they take the field against the Las Vegas Raiders next month it could be in an empty Bank of America Stadium.

2 Tropical Storms May Be A Double Threat To U.S. Gulf Coast

Two tropical storms advanced across the Caribbean Saturday as potentially historic threats to the U.S. Gulf Coast, one dumping rain on Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands while the other was pushing through the gap between Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and Cuba.

CMPD: Officers Arrest RNC Protesters In Uptown Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they arrested multiple RNC protesters in uptown Charlotte the night of August 21st.

South Carolina Reports 109,962 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 2,372 Deaths

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced 825 new confirmed cases and 68 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, 33 additional confirmed deaths and 2 new probable deaths.

As More Colleges Stay Online, Students Demand Tuition Cuts

As more universities abandon plans to reopen and decide instead to keep classes online this fall, it’s leading to conflict between students who say they deserve tuition discounts and college leaders who insist remote learning is worth the full cost.

South Carolina Troopers Investigate A Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision

Troopers say a driver of a 2014 Toyota SUV died in a single-vehicle collision on McConnell's Highway.

CMPD: Detectives Investigate A Fatal Collision In Northwest Charlotte

Detectives say a man was crossing the Mount Holly Road when a Lexus struck and killed him on August 21st around 9 p.m.

Demonstrators Protest In Uptown Ahead of RNC Convention Monday

President Trump and Vice President Pence are expected to attend event Monday.

CMS Asks For Donations To A Campaign To Provide Internet For Students Without Home Access

The CMS Foundation announces its "Connect For Tech" campaign where they will raise funds to provide internet services for students without home access during the COVID-19 crisis.

As Speculation Of New Rnc Host City Grows; Meck County Republicans Hope To Hold On To Some Of The Event

President Trump Will Be In Charlotte Monday For RNC

Sources confirm to WCCB that President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence will be attending the Republican National Convention in Charlotte on Monday, August 24th.

Mounting U.S. COVID Deaths Reveal Minorities Disproportionately Impacted

As many as 215,000 more people than usual died in the U.S. during the first seven months of 2020, suggesting that the number of lives lost to the coronavirus is significantly higher than the official toll. And half the dead were people of color — Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans and, to a marked degree unrecognized until now, Asian Americans.

South Carolina Deputies Arrest Parents In Infant Death Investigation From May

Deputies arrested Natricia Wright and Shederick Gallman for child abuse that lead to their infants death back on May 20th, according to a news release.

Hickory Police Charge Two for An Armed Robbery Of A Family Dollar

The Hickory Police Department say they have two suspects in custody for an armed robbery of a Family Dollar located on Springs Road.

2.0 Magnitude Earthquake Reported Just East Of Rock Hill, South Carolina

A 2.0 magnitude earthquake was reported just before 8am in the town of Leslie, South Carolina, which is just east of Rock Hill.

Humane Society of Charlotte To Participate In First-Ever, Large Scale "Shelter Swap"

The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) is welcoming municipal partner shelters in a "Shelter Swap" that will consist of HSC distributing 10,000 lbs. of donated food and approximately $20k worth of donated topical heartworm medication to North Carolina shelter partners, who will, in turn, be transporting 65-75 animals to Charlotte.

President Trump To Visit Asheville-Area Monday As RNC Kicks Off In Charlotte

President Donald Trump plans to visit Mills River, in the Asheville-area of North Carolina, Monday as the Republican National Convention kicks off week-long activities, a White House official confirms.

Mecklenburg County Public Health Official Says Tailgating Won't Be Allowed At Panthers Games

During the news conference, officials talked about the new COVID-19 stats for Mecklenburg County, preparations for the Republican National Convention, ALE enforcement on local bars, and how the coronavirus will impact the upcoming Panthers' football season.