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Body Found In Search Of Lake For ‘Glee’ Star Naya Rivera

A body was found Monday at a Southern California lake during the search for “Glee” star Naya Rivera, authorities said.

Michael Mangan Attempted Larceny Breaking And Entering Motor Vehicle

Officials: Inmate Dies At Mecklenburg County Jail

A death investigation is underway after an inmate at a Charlotte jail died Sunday morning, just two days after he was booked into the facility, officials say.

Outer Banks Island Ravaged By Storms And Virus Restrictions

When Hurricane Dorian pounded the wisp of earth that is Ocracoke Island, a wall of Atlantic seawater flooded Bob Chestnut’s home, surf shop and four vehicles.

Missing 38-Year-Old Charlotte Man Located In Pineville

The Silver Alert for a missing endangered 38-year-old Charlotte man has been cancelled after he was located behind a Pineville business Saturday afternoon.

Silver Alert Cancelled For 66-Year-Old Matthews Man

According to officials, at the request of the Mathews Police Department and the North Carolina Center for Missing Persons the Silver Alert for Albert Dobbins III, a missing 66-year-old, has been cancelled.

Washington NFL Team Dropping ‘Redskins’ Name After 87 Years

The Washington NFL franchise announced Monday that it will drop the “Redskins” name and Indian head logo immediately, bowing to decades of criticism that they are offensive to Native Americans.

South Carolina Reports Coronavirus Death Of Child Under 5

South Carolina officials reported the state’s first pediatric death from the coronavirus on Saturday, announcing the death of a child under the age of 5.

Police Want Community's Help After Deadly Weekend in Charlotte

A deadly weekend in Charlotte. Three homicides in the city, all less than 24 hours apart. Police say they need help from the community to solve murders they're calling senseless.

Political Wrap: How Soon Should Schools Reopen?

POLITICAL WRAP: How Soon Should Students Return to School?

The debate over school re-openings intensifies, amid a rise in coronavirus cases. It comes as new data shows nearly one in four American teachers are at higher risk of serious illness if they contract coronavirus.

Growing Concerns Among Teachers As CMS Plans For School In The Fall

CMS 8th grade social studies teacher Steve Orestkovic says safety is his biggest concern when school starts next month.

Officials: 30-Year-Old Statesville Man Dead After Police Attempted To Stop A Vehicle Leading To Fatal Wreck

A 30-year-old Statesville man died Thursday after wrecking his car as a police officer was attempting to stop the vehicle, Statesville Police Department said.

Police: Woman Seriously Injured After Argument At Hotel Leads To Shooting On I-77

Police say a woman was seriously injured after being shot on I-77.

Tropical Storm Fay Shutters Beaches As It Heads North

Beaches closed in Delaware and rain lashed the New Jersey shore Friday as the fast-moving Tropical Storm Fay churned north on a path expected to soak the New York City region.

Coronavirus State Of Emergency Explained

North Carolina Senate Leader: Colleague Tests Positive For COVID-19

A North Carolina state senator has tested positive for COVID-19, a top legislative leader said on Friday, making public the first known case to involve a General Assembly member.

Dakeia Charles Assault With A Deadly Weapon Dwi

Troopers: Suspect In Deadly I-485 Crash That Killed 5 People Was Driving 120mph

State troopers tell WCCB the driver who caused an accident that killed five people was going 120mph and was under the influence when the accident happened.

Cooper: North Carolina Public Receptive To Ways To Address Racial Bias

A state panel asked to recommend how to eliminate racial disparities in North Carolina’s criminal justice and court systems must be up to the task because the public wants solutions, Gov. Roy Cooper said on Friday.

2020 Cabarrus County Fair Canceled Amid COVID-19 Concerns

Due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cabarrus County announced the cancellation of the 2020 Cabarrus County Fair. The event was scheduled for September 11-19.

Jimmie Johnson Confused, Frustrated After Virus Scare

Jimmie Johnson is just as confused as everyone else about his plight with the coronavirus. A positive test caused the seven-time NASCAR champion to miss the first race of his career, and it was followed three days later by a negative test.

8 Charlotte Douglas Airport TSA Agents Have Tested Positive For COVID-19

A Transportation Security Administration agent at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport has tested positive for COVID-19 bringing the total amount of employees that have contracted the virus to eight, officials say Friday.

CMPD: 28-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder After Fatal Shooting At East Charlotte Apartment Complex

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say a 28-year-old man has been charged with murder after one person died following a fatal shooting at an east Charlotte apartment complex Thursday.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster Prohibits Alcohol Sales At Bars And Restaurants After 11pm In Attempt To Reduce Coronavirus Cases

To help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 between young adults in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the sale of alcoholic beverages in all bars and restaurants throughout the state will be prohibited after 11:00 PM each night.