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Charlotte Catholic Defeats Kings Mountain 30-7, Advances To 3A State Championship

Charlotte Catholic defeated Kings Mountain 30-7 Friday night to advance to the North Carolina 3A State Championship Game in Chapel Hill.

All American Game Of The Week: Vance vs Myers Park

Vance defeated Myers Park 21-13 Friday night in the WCCB All American Game of the Week. With the win, Vance advances to the North Carolina 4AA State Championship Game.

Walker Scores 21, Hornets Snap Nuggets' 7 Game Winning Streak

Kemba Walker had 21 points and eight assists, Marvin Williams added 14 points and 10 rebounds and the Hornets picked up their first win this season against a Western Conference opponent with a 113-107 victory over the Denver Nuggets.

"Stay Off The Roads"--DOT Crews Preparing For Busy Weekend

There's brine already on the roads. Crews will be starting up again Saturday night, working around the clock.

Snow Storm Heading Toward Mountains, Foothills

Saturday could mean round two of snow in one week in the mountains.

CMPD Charges Suspect In Violent Carjacking, Attempted Sexual Assault

Police say they have charged Travis Blakley, 30, in connection to a violent attempted sexual assault and carjacking that took place in the Park Road Shopping Center on November 16th.

Lincoln County Registered Sex Offender Charged With Sexually Assaulting Minor

A registered sex offender is facing charges after he allegedly sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl.

Police Looking For Additional Vehicle In Connection To Deadly East Charlotte Accident

Police are investigating an accident in east Charlotte that left one person dead and another injured Friday afternoon.

Independence Names McGuinness Head Coach, Jeffries General Manager

On Friday, the Charlotte Independence professional soccer team announced two club management changes in Jim McGuinness’ appointment as the team’s Head Coach and Mike Jeffries’ promotion from Head Coach to General Manager.

USDA Offers Food Safety Tips For Areas Affected By Winter Storm

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing food safety recommendations for those who may be impacted by a severe winter storm moving through the southern U.S.

CMPD AC&C Offers Pet Safety Tips Before Winter Weather Strikes

As a winter storm approaches the area, CMPD Animal Care & Control has released some helpful tips for keeping your pet safe, dry and warm.

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm

Governor Cooper today declared a State of Emergency for all 100 counties as North Carolina prepares for a major winter storm expected to hit the state starting Saturday.

Jim Cantore Coming To NC In Prep For Winter Storm, Says "It Will Come In Like A Hammer"

Weather Channel Meteorologist Jim Cantore says he is coming to Asheville this weekend as the area braces for what could be a significant winter storm.

Matthews Police Investigating Circle K Armed Robbery, Seeking Witnesses

Police in Matthews, N.C., are investigating an armed robbery at a convenience store early Friday morning.

Mark Harris Releases Video Statement On Investigation, Says He'd Support New Election If Proof Of Wrongdoing Is Found

On Friday, Congressman-Elect Mark Harris released a video statement on social media regarding the investigation into possible election fraud in the 9th Congressional District race.

CMPD Makes Third Arrest In University City Murder

A third suspect has been charged with the murder of 21-year-old Javon Daniel Alim Sherwood who was shot and killed at an apartment complex in the University area.

Gano To Sit Sunday With Sore Knee, Panthers Sign Kicker Catanzaro

With Graham Gano out for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns, the Carolina Panthers have signed kicker Chandler Catanzaro, according to an announcement by the team on Friday.

Lamar Leads Grammy Noms, Where Women Make A Comeback

The music of “Black Panther,” with Kendrick Lamar in its starring role, officially owns the 2019 Grammy Awards, where women are heavily represented in the major four categories following a year where their presence was barely felt.

Marlboro Maker Places $2.4 Billion Bet On Marijuana

One of the world’s biggest tobacco companies is diving into the cannabis market with a $2.4 billion buy-in.

U.S. Hiring Slowed To 155k Jobs, Jobless Rate Stayed 3.7%

U.S. employers added 155,000 jobs in November, a slowdown from recent months but enough to suggest that the economy is expanding at a solid pace despite sharp gyrations in the stock market.

Harris Campaign Owes 34k To Scrutinized Consultant

A new filing shows the Republican candidate in North Carolina’s unresolved congressional race owes $34,000 to a consultant that’s been subpoenaed in a ballot fraud probe.

Court Deadlines Set Stage For More Russia Probe Details

Robert Mueller is set to reveal more details about his Russia investigation on Friday as he faces court deadlines in the cases of two men who worked closely with President Donald Trump.