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Local School & City Water Could Be Contaminated, Harmful

Drinking water at Lake Norman High School could be contaminated with a chemical harmful to your child's health.

Senate Overwhelmingly Passes Criminal Justice Overhaul

The Senate passed a sweeping criminal justice bill Tuesday that addresses concerns that the nation’s war on drugs had led to the imprisonment of too many Americans for non-violent crimes without adequately preparing them for their return to society.

Marine Veteran To Take Wife Of 33 Years On Anniversary Cruise With $100,000 Win

Over three decades ago, Michael Harlow of Stanley met the love of his life, and now, thanks to a $100,000 lottery prize, he’s taking his wife on an anniversary cruise to celebrate their time together.

Carolina Panthers Charities And Bank Of America Announce $250K In Disaster Relief Grants Benefiting NC & SC High School Athletic Programs

Carolina Panthers Charities and Bank of America have announced the roster of North and South Carolina high school athletic programs that are sharing in $250,000 in Hurricane Florence disaster relief grants.

Man Arrested After Complaints Regarding Illegal Drug Activity At Lincoln County Home

A Lincoln County man is facing multiple charges after deputies arrested him following complaints of illegal drug activity.

Attorney for McCrae Dowless Releases Statement

An attorney for the man at the center of an investigation into alleged election fraud and voting irregularities in North Carolina's 9th District has released a statement.

Jim Rogers, Former Duke Energy Chairman And CEO, Dies At Age 71

Jim Rogers, the iconic former chairman and chief executive officer of Duke Energy, died Monday in Louisville, Ky. He was 71.

Two Suspects Wanted For Hickory Business Armed Robbery

Police are looking for two suspects accused of robbing the Aquarium Skill Fish Game overnight Tuesday.

Holiday Travel Begins This Week at Charlotte Douglas

Christmas holiday travel begins this week at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Airlines report flights will be near capacity. Passengers are encouraged to plan ahead, be prepared and arrive early.

Trump Administration Moves To Ban Bump Stocks

The Trump administration moved Tuesday to officially ban bump stocks, which allow semi-automatic weapons to fire rapidly like automatic firearms, and has made them illegal to possess beginning in late March.

Missouri Poacher Ordered To Repeatedly Watch 'Bambi'

A Missouri poacher has been ordered to repeatedly watch the movie “Bambi” as part of his sentence in a scheme to illegally kill hundreds of deer.

Federal Judge Delays Flynn Sentencing Hearing

A federal judge has agreed to delay former national security adviser Michael Flynn’s sentencing so he can continue cooperating with the Russia probe.

Charlotte Native Earns Sailor Of The Day Aboard USS John C. Stennis

Charlotte native, Austyn Dixon, earned Sailor of the Day aboard the USS John C. Stennis aircraft carrier.

#Trending: Lil Jon and the Kool-Aid Man's Christmas Song & Cardi B on Carpool Karaoke

A little boy gives his birthday money to a friend in need, Lil Jon's Christmas song & Cardi B does Carpool Karaoke!

21-Year-Old Man Shot Multiple Times, Killed In South Charlotte

A 21-year-old man was shot multiple times in South Charlotte late Monday night.

Missouri Poacher Ordered To Repeatedly Watch 'Bambi' As Punishment

A Missouri poacher has been ordered to repeatedly watch the movie "Bambi" as part of his sentence for illegally killing hundreds of deer.

Two Chicago Officers Die After Being Struck By Train

Chicago police say two officers investigating a shots-fired call on the city's far South Side have died after being struck by a train.

Fresh Prince Star Sues Maker Of Video Games Fortnite, NBA 2K For Using His Dance

"The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'' star Alfonso Ribeiro is suing the creators of Fortnite and NBA 2K for using his famous dance on the popular video games.

Union County Lawmakers Question 9th District Election Fraud Allegations

Some Union County Lawmakers are questioning allegations of election fraud in the 9th District. Commissioners passed a resolution asking the State Board of Elections to certify Mark Harris as the winner.