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Apple Launches New Privacy Website, But Policies Unchanged

Apple is expanding its website on privacy with more explanations about its commitments, though its policies and practices aren’t changing.

Congress Approves Bill Expanding Animal Cruelty Law

Congress has passed a bill making certain types of animal cruelty a federal felony.

Doctors Try CRISPR Gene Editing For Cancer, A 1st In The US

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 it’s too soon to know if it will improve survival, doctors reported Wednesday.

Final Suspect Accused In Multi-County Mail Theft Investigation Arrested

Deputies say Destiny Bentley has been arrested in connection to a multi-county mail theft investigation.

High School Teacher Accused Of Sexual Relations With Student Found Dead In Huntersville Murder-Suicide

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.

Clemson On Outside Looking In After Release Of 1st CFP Rankings

Two from the Big Ten. Two from the Southeastern Conference. And the undefeated defending national champions on the outside looking in — for now.

Graham, Biyombo Lift Hornets Past Pacers 122-120 In OT

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.

Queen City Audio Video Appliances Hosting Events To Celebrate Nationwide Week Of Giving

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.

Huntersville Police Close Part Of Hambright Road Due To Suspect Barricaded In Home

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.

CLT Mayor Vi Lyles Delivers Acceptance Speech Following 2019 General Election

Mayor Vi Lyles delivered her acceptance speech Tuesday night in front of a crowd of supporters near Uptown.

Polls Close As Off-Year Election Results Offer Clues To 2020

Polls closed Tuesday in four states where off-year governor’s 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.

Former Catawba County Teacher, Coach Pleads Guilty To Sex Crimes Involving Students

A former Fred T. Foard High School teacher has been sentenced after pleading guilty to multiple child sex related crimes.

RESULTS: Mecklenburg County 2019 General Election

Follow along with LIVE results from the Mecklenburg County 2019 General Election.

Statesville Woman Powers Her Way To $200,000 Power 5s Win

JoAnn Mosher of Statesville took a chance on a $5 instant game, Power 5s, and won the top prize of $200,000.

Police Say Missing Matthews Man Found Safe

Matthews Police say John Carter was found safe Tuesday and is in the process of being reunited with his family.

Meck County DA: CMPD Officer Justified In Deadly August Officer Involved Shooting

The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday announced CMPD Officer John Juhasz was justified in using deadly force against Delano Williams on August 2, 2019.

Actor's Theatre Of Charlotte's THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL Opens December 3rd

Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte presents its upcoming holiday show THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL by Betsy Kelso and David Nehls, playing December 3rd through December 22nd at the Hadley Theater at Queen’s University.

Illegal Immigrant Convicted In Deadly DWI Case And Released By The Meck County Sheriff Arrested By ICE

Federal agents have arrested a Mexican citizen who was released by a North Carolina sheriff's office after he was convicted and sentenced for a drunken driving death in January.

Justices Struggle With Copyright Case Involving Blackbeard's Pirate Ship

The Supreme Court is wrestling with a modern-day dispute involving the pirate Blackbeard’s ship that went down off North Carolina’s coast more than 300 years ago.

Lenoir Overdose Call Leads To Multiple Drug Trafficking Arrests

Lenoir Police say several people have been charged with trafficking narcotics after a call for an overdose on November 4th.

Topgolf Opening Second Charlotte Location In Uptown November 8th

Uptown Charlotte launches the new Northside Station Topgolf Swing Suite with interactive golf, baseball, soccer, football, etc. game simulators available to play and rent.

Carowinds Offering FREE Admission During Military Appreciation Days

CHARLOTTE, NC -- On Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 17, Carowinds is showing appreciation for our military men and women with free admission to Peanuts Celebration for Military Appreciation Days. This free admission offer applies to all service members…