CMPD is emphasizing de-escalation and the value of human life as it scraps its old "Use of Force" policy. The change comes after criticism over high-profile, deadly police shootings in Charlotte. Some things won't change, including how an officer can react if they sense an imminent, deadly threat.
The City of Charlotte says CMPD Chief Kerr Putney's plan to retire then return in a temporary role is not against any state or local laws.
A man who police say recently cut off his electronic monitor is now charged with armed robbery at two Iredell County businesses.
A north Charlotte man was arrested Wednesday morning following a standoff with SWAT.
The City of Charlotte on Wednesday announced a three-year digital alliance and smart city initiative with Microsoft as part of Charlotteβs sustainable city strategy.
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The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident after a car collided with a tractor-trailer in Iredell County Wednesday morning.Β Β
Detectives with the Rock Hill Police Department have identified the suspect they say hit a motorcyclist on October 25th and dragged them down the road before taking off.
House Democrats will launch a major new phase of their impeachment inquiry next week with public hearings that will feature three State Department officials who have testified about their concerns about President Donald Trumpβs dealings with Ukraine.
Apple is expanding its website on privacy with more explanations about its commitments, though its policies and practices arenβt changing.
Congress has passed a bill making certain types of animal cruelty a federal felony.
The first attempt in the United States to use a gene editing tool called CRISPR against cancer seems safe in the three patients who have had it so far, but itβs too soon to know if it will improve survival, doctors reported Wednesday.
Deputies say Destiny Bentley has been arrested in connection to a multi-county mail theft investigation.
A Garinger High School teacher, who was recently suspended after being accused of having sexual relations with a student, was found dead inside her home Wednesday morning.
Two from the Big Ten. Two from the Southeastern Conference. And the undefeated defending national champions on the outside looking in β for now.
Devonte Graham scored a career-high 35 points, Bismack Biyombo provided a huge spark off the bench late and the Hornets battled back from a 14-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 122-120 in overtime Tuesday night.
No Child Hungry is the focus of a national effort in November and Queen City Audio Video Appliance, along with other local retailers, is giving back to the community during the Nationwide Week of Giving from November 3rd though November 9th.Β
The Huntersville Police Department says Hambright Road is closed between Swansboro Lane and Patterson Road due to a suspect barricaded in a home. Police are asking citizens to avoid the area.
Mayor Vi Lyles delivered her acceptance speech Tuesday night in front of a crowd of supporters near Uptown.
Polls closed Tuesday in four states where off-year governorβs races and legislative elections offer a test of voter enthusiasm and party organization amid impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump and a fevered Democratic presidential primary scramble.
A former Fred T. Foard High School teacher has been sentenced after pleading guilty to multiple child sex related crimes.
Follow along with LIVE results from the Mecklenburg County 2019 General Election.
