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CMPD investigates deadly crash on Wilkinson Blvd

Investigation Underway After 17-Year-Old Shot Several Times In Gastonia

A shooting investigation is underway in Gastonia after a teen was shot several times on Tuesday.

Mecklenburg County Man Scores $212,757 Jackpot With Scratch-Off Numbers

On May 6, Kevin Wylie of Charlotte bought a few Cash 5 tickets for that night’s drawing, and the numbers he used from an old scratch-off ticket landed him a $212,757 jackpot.

Officials: Caldwell County Officer Involved In Fatal Shooting Of 28-Year-Old Man Cleared Of Wrongdoing

A Caldwell County deputy involved in the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man has been cleared of any wrongdoing by the District Attorney’s Office.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Victim Dies Following Weekend Shooting

Police are investigating a homicide in north Charlotte after a man died from injuries he sustained during a shooting that happened over the weekend.

Officials: Runaway Lincoln County Teen Located

According to Lincoln County deputies, a runaway 15-year-old teen has been located and returned to her family.

Republican Mace Wins SC Primary In Flipped 1st District

State Rep. Nancy Mace won a four-way race for the Republican nomination in South Carolina’s 1st District on Tuesday, advancing to take on surprising 2018 winner Democratic U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham in November.

No Fish Story: Michael Jordan's Boat Nabs 442-Pound Marlin

Apparently, Michael Jordan is pretty good at fishing, too.

Eat & Play Event At BB&T Ballpark

The Charlotte Knights are offering an Eat & Play Day at BB&T Ballpark.

Two Suspects Charged In Fatal Gastonia Shooting

Gastonia Police say two suspects were arrested Tuesday after a man died following a shooting.

Mary C. Curtis: Calls For Police Reform

Calls for police reform continue to grow in the wake of George Floyd's death in Minneapolis two weeks ago. WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis discusses the changes happening on the local level and across the country.

Windy, Dry Weather Raises California Fire Danger

Windy, dry weather raised fire danger in California on Monday.

Local Leaders Encourage Protesters to Get Tested for COVID-19

Local leaders are encouraging people who have participated in recent protests to get tested for COVID-19. It comes as Mecklenburg County sees an increase in the percentage of tests coming back positive.

Alleged Drug House In Charlotte Is Forfeited

The U.S. Marshals Service has taken possession of an alleged drug house on Lytham Drive in Charlotte, which is located roughly 450 feet from South Mecklenburg High School.

CATS to Distribute Free Cloth Face Masks to Riders

On Wednesday, June 10th, CATS will make 16,000 cloth face masks available to transit riders.

NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Sunday, June 7, 2020

NASCAR Set To Allow Fans Back At Miami And Talladega Races

NASCAR is set to allow fans back at the track for races this month at Florida's Homestead-Miami Speedway and Alabama's Talladega Superspeedway. All fans will be screened before entering and required to wear face coverings, among other revised protocols.

Gov. Roy Cooper Establishes Task Force To Address Racial Inequality In The State Criminal Justice System

Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 145 today, forming the North Carolina Task Force for Racial Equity in Criminal Justice. The task force will recommend solutions to stop discriminatory law enforcement and criminal justice practices, and hold public safety officers accountable.

Suspect Charged With Murder In Rock Hill Assault

The Rock Hill Police have made an arrest in the homicide case of a 59-year-old man who was found dead in the living room of his residence.

Beverage Co-Packing Company To Add 231 Jobs In Cabarrus County

Prime Beverage Group, a new contract beverage manufacturer, will create 231 new jobs in Cabarrus County, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced Tuesday. The company will invest $68 million to establish their first manufacturing facility in Kannapolis.