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Irma Barrels Though Florida as the Carolina's Prepare for the Worst

Now downgraded to a tropical storm, Irma continues to leave destruction throughout Florida as the storm moves further North.

North Carolina National Guard Staging in Charlotte Ahead of Hurricane Irma

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper says the National Guard is also ready to help ahead of Hurricane Irma. One of the Guard's staging areas is in West Charlotte.

Newton, Defense Lead Panthers Past 49ers 23-3

Cam Newton threw a pair of touchdown passes following San Francisco turnovers and the Carolina defense shut down Kyle Shanahan's offense in his coaching debut as the Panthers beat the 49ers 23-3 Sunday.

The Latest: Irma Makes Landfall On Marco Island

The National Hurricane Center said Irma had winds of 120 mph (195 kilometers) and was centered 20 miles (30 kilometers) south of Naples on Sunday afternoon. It was moving north at 12 mph (19 kilometers per hour). At that rate, the center of the storm should come ashore sometime between 4 and 5 p.m.

National Guard Opening West Boulevard Staging Area, Two Others In N.C.

The North Carolina National Guard is opening three staging areas to assist local authorities with response to Hurricane Irma.

American Red Cross Opens Fifth Shelter For Hurricane Evacuees

A Fifth shelter for Hurricane Irma evacuees has opened in Greensboro, N.C.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By Vehicle On I-85

One person is dead after being hit by a vehicle on Interstate 85, Sunday afternoon.

Hurricane Irma Storm Damage | PHOTOS

Take a look at the damage Hurricane Irma has caused in the Caribbean Islands an Florida, so far.

Four Dead In McConnells Highway Wreck

An investigation is underway after four people died in a multiple vehicle accident in York County on Saturday night.

China Looks At Ending Sales Of Gasoline Cars

China is joining France and Britain in announcing plans to end sales of gasoline and diesel cars.

One Dead In Single Car Wreck In York County

Authorities say a Chester County man died early Saturday morning in a single car accident in York County.

Red Cross Opens Shelters For Hurricane Irma Evacuees In North Carolina

The Red Cross is opening a shelter in Huntersville, and three other North Carolina locations, for Hurricane Irma evacuees beginning tonight.

CMPD Locates Missing 90-Year-Old-Man

Police say they have found a missing Charlotte man missing since Thursday.

400 Retirees Flee to Fort Mill as Irma Churns Toward U.S.

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Mayor Roberts Urges Residents To Take Advantage Of Early Voting

Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts is urging people to take advantage of early voting ahead of the storm.

Local Cities Make Preparations For Hurricane Irma's Impact

Cities are urging residents to make plans and be prepared for any potential impacts Hurricane Irma could have on the area.

Helicopter Crash Kills Country Singer Troy Gentry And Pilot

A helicopter carrying singer Troy Gentry, of the award-winning country music duo Montgomery Gentry, crashed on Friday, killing Gentry and the pilot.

SC Governor Orders Evacuations of Barrier Islands in 3 SC Counties Only

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered the evacuation of Barrier Islands in Colleton, Beaufort & Jasper counties starting at 10 a.m. Saturday.

Tillis & Burr Welcome Nomination Of Andrew Murray As U.S. Attorney

Today, at the recommendation of North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr, President Trump announced his intention to nominate Andrew Murray to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.