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CMPD Is Requesting The Public's Help To Identify Three Robbery Suspects

CMPD is asking for the public's help with finding three suspects who robbed a Quik Trip in East Charlotte on Monday.

House Approves Measure To Restrain Trump’s Actions On Iran

Reigniting a debate over who has the power to declare war, the Democratic-controlled House on Thursday approved a resolution asserting that President Donald Trump must seek approval from Congress before engaging in further military action against Iran.

Lancaster County Sheriff's Office Searches For Fake Cop

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is now investigating a report that a man is impersonating a police officer.

DHHS Announces $2.1M To 23 Health Departments To Address Opioid Crisis

Twenty-three local health departments in North Carolina will receive a share of a $2.1 million award annually for up to three years to implement high-impact, community-level strategies to address the opioid crisis.

Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck By Train In Gaston County

Gastonia officials have confirmed that a pedestrian has died after being hit by a train on Friday.

2nd Confirmed Rabies Case Of 2020 Reported In Gaston County

The second confirmed case of rabies for 2020 has been reported in Gaston County.

Charlotte Knights Give Back With "Dragon Strong" Program

The Charlotte Knights are obviously known for baseball but the organization is also doing some good off the field by teaching kids how to live a resilient life.

Cause Of Death Released After Man Found Dead Inside Lenoir Home Following House Fire

On Sunday, a community in Lenoir experienced a fire that they believed lead to the death of a resident but it was found that it was a suicide, according to autopsy reports.

North Carolina Couple Says They Were Scammed Out Of $100K

A North Carolina couple says they were scammed out of $100,000 in the pursuit of winning a fake $10 million sweepstakes, according to the sheriff’s office and the victims.

Man Accused Of Kidnapping Ex-Girlfriend Could Get Life Term

Federal prosecutors have charged a man with kidnapping his ex-girlfriend in North Carolina while out on bond on an assault charge.

CMPD Launches Investigation To Determine If 13-Year-Old Girl Was Victim Of Sex Trafficking

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Human Trafficking Task Force is investigating after they were contacted on January 1st regarding a 13-year-old who was being treated at Atrium Health and possibly the victim of sex trafficking.

CMPD Chief Putney Breaks Down Crime Statistics For 2019

Charlotte's top cop takes a look at the city's overall crime statistics for 2019, and the steps the city is taking to fight back

Claremont Man Arrested For Breaking Into Police Cruiser

Deputies say they arrested a man who was armed with a machete and broke into a police cruiser.

YMCA To Welcome Robert J. Brown As Keynote Speaker For 26th Annual MLK Holiday Breakfast

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte will welcome an expected 1,100 people to its 26th Annual MLK Holiday Breakfast at the Charlotte Convention Center’s Crown Ballroom on Monday, January 20 at 8:00 a.m.

Chester County Sheriff, Lieutenant And Chief Deputy Indicted On Federal Charges

South Carolina State Grand Jury issued an indictment which alleges suspended Chester County Sheriff Alex Underwood, former Chester County Chief deputy Robert Sprouse and former Chester County Lt. Johnny Neal of public corruption.

The Town Of Mooresville Held Meeting Bringing Awareness To Thyroid Issue In The Area

The Town of Mooresville hosted an event on Coal Ash and Thyroid Cancer on January 9th as a realtor information session in light of the increases in thyroid cancer in the area.

UNC Charlotte Has Proposed A $1 Million Memorial For Shooting Victims

In the wake of the shooting at UNC Charlotte last April a committee was formed that has proposed a $1 million memorial to honor the victims.

U.S. Officials: 'Highly Likely' Iran Downed Ukrainian Jetliner

Two U.S. officials said Thursday it was “highly likely” that an Iranian anti-aircraft missile downed a Ukrainian jetliner late Tuesday, killing all 176 people on board.

Christmas Eve 'Shoot-out' Suspect Has Now Been Identified And Charged

After investigating, CMPD has now charged Marvin Daniel Staton for the murder of George Agee Jr. who died on Christmas Eve after a shooting at a 7-11 gas station in North Charlotte.

Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is dedicated to Cervical Health Awareness Month, which is an opportunity to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from HPV and cervical cancer.

West Lincoln High School Basketball Coach Charged With Assaulting Fan

A West Lincoln High School basketball coach is facing charges for assaulting a fan following a basketball game Tuesday night, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office.

Man Charged With Intentionally Starting House Fire In Boone

Investigators say they arrested a man for intentionally setting a fire at a vacate home in Boone. The Boone Fire Department responded to a home on Old East King Street just after 9pm on December 26th in reference to a house fire.