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Former Panthers TE Greg Olsen Officially Becomes Free Agent

WCCB Charlotte's Kelli Bartik has the latest on former Panthers tight end Greg Olsen as he officially becomes a free agent. Four days after the announcement that the…

A Super Bowl Ad Puts A CMPD Officer Back In The Spotlight

A Budweiser commercial featured a scene from the Charlotte unrest in 2016. It featured Sgt. Chris Frunzi. The community is helping both of his sons battle cancer.

Charlotte City Council Decides Against Ban on Unattended Dog Tethering; Will Consider Circus “Bullhook” Ban

City Council will not place any new restrictions on dog tethering in Charlotte. The decison coming as council members discussed animal welfare issues during a strategy session.

CMPD Needs Public's Assistance In Sexual Assault Cases

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is requesting the public's help for information related to a series of sexual assaults that happened in north Charlotte.

$1M Bond Issued For Woman Arrested In Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash That Killed Two People

According to police, a woman has been arrested after a fatal hit-and-run crash in Gastonia that happened early Sunday morning.

CMPD Animal Care & Control Announces 2020 Adoption Goal

Animal Care & Control Division (AC&C) is asking for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community’s continued support as they continue the push for a 90% Save Rate.

Asheville-Based Earth Fare Closing All Stores, Holding Liquidation Sales

Asheville-based Earth Fare, a specialty natural and organic grocery store, has announced that it is beginning a liquidation of all stores, including the Charlotte area locations.

CMPD Investigating After Man Hit And Killed By Train In University Area

The CMPD is investigating after a man was hit and killed by a train in northeast Charlotte on Saturday night.

Man Charged With Pointing Gun At Driver During Alleged Road Rage Incident Off I-77 In Chester County

A man was arrested in Chester County for pointing a gun at a driver because "he was being followed to closely," according to a police report.

Inaugural CLT Donut Festival

Elevate Lifestyle is hosting the inaugural CLT Donut Festival, it’s the Ultimate Cheat day and it takes place on Sunday, February 23rd from 12pm - 4pm, at the Norfolk Hall.

President Trump Mistakingly Congratulates Kansas, Instead Of Missouri, For Super Bowl Win

President Donald Trump deleted a tweet congratulating the "Great State of Kansas" for their Super Bowl win. The Kansas City Chiefs are based in Missouri.

CMS To Begin Random Safety Screenings At Middle Schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) says they will begin implementing random safety screenings at middle schools in February, in addition to the random screenings already employed at local high schools.

Gardner-Webb Joins Black History Month Celebration

During Black History Month, Gardner-Webb offers programs to highlight the achievements and contributions of African Americans.

Police: Rock Hill Woman Arrested At Bar After Leaving Six Children Home Alone

A Rock Hill mother was arrested at a bar after police say she left her six children home alone for an extended amount of time.

Queen Charlotte Declares An Early Spring

At a special media event held at 7 a.m. on Groundhog Day, Queen Charlotte made it known that she expects the region to roll right into an early arrival of spring.

Convicted Felon On Probation Charged With West Charlotte Robbery

A 20-year-old convicted felon, on probation, has been arrested for his involvement in a robbery last week.

Mahomes Leads Chiefs' Rally Past 49ers In Super Bowl, 31-20

All it took was falling behind by double digits in the postseason, again. Then Patrick Mahomes found his mojo. The 24-year-old quarterback who was selected Super Bowl MVP, led the Chiefs to 21 straight points in the final 6:13 for a 31-20 victory Sunday over the San Francisco 49ers.