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Suspect Who Hit CMPD Officer During Chase Identified

Suspects in custody after leading police on a chase in a stolen vehicle Wednesday afternoon and hitting a CMPD officer.

To Punish North Korea, U.S. Weighs Sanctions on Chinese Companies

Having lost patience with China, the Trump administration is studying new steps to starve North Korea of cash for its nuclear program, including an option that would infuriate Beijing: sanctions on Chinese companies that help keep the North’s economy afloat.

Critical Red Cross Blood Shortage Prompts Emergency Call For Donations

The American Red Cross is facing a critical blood shortage and is issuing an emergency call for eligible blood and platelet donors of all blood types to give now and help save lives.

Witness heard shooting on Albemarle Road and Regal Oaks

Shots fired in the middle of a busy intersection in East Charlotte Wednesday afternoon. A man is in the hospital with critical injuries and the shooter is on the loose. Right now police are trying to figure out if that man was targeted or whether this is a case or road rage.

Search Continues for Suspect in Attempted Kidnappings

Police warnings joggers to take steps to protect themselves.

Suspect Still Wanted In SW Charlotte Attempted Kidnappings

There is still no sign of the man who tried to kidnap two women in southwest Charlotte, and then burned his car before police could find him.

Concord Mayor Says He Won't Seek Another Term

Longtime Concord Mayor J. Scott Padgett has announced he will not seek re-election after this term.

Deputies Searching For Missing Lancaster County Man

Deputies need help finding 22-year-old Jerell White who was last seen around 1am Wednesday.

CMPD Finds Body Of Missing Man, Death Investigation Underway

Police say Corey Caldwell's body was found in a wooded area near his home Wednesday afternoon.

Waxhaw Man Charged With Lying To Feds About Plans To Join ISIS Appears In Court

Court officials say Alexander Smith received a $25,000 unsecured bond and will have to wear an ankle monitor during Wednesday's court appearance.

NCDOT Reminds Drone Users To Fly Safe This Summer

With summer officially here, more and more drone operators are heading outdoors to enjoy this technology. An estimated 19,000 North Carolinians now own and operate drones for recreational purposes.

Two People Injured In Steele Creek Shooting

The CMPD is investigating after two people were shot in the Steele Creek area on Tuesday night.

Man Dies After Being Hit By Car On Freedom Drive

A man hit by a car on Freedom Drive Monday night, has died.

Volvo Is First Major Carmaker To Forgo Traditional Engines

Volvo will begin producing electric motors on all its cars from 2019, becoming the first major automaker to forgo traditional engines that rely exclusively on internal combustion.

Mary Curtis: Trump's Trip Overseas

President Trump leaves a Tweet-storm in the U.S., but his overseas trip could be complicated.

#Trending: Billy Monger is Back Behind the Wheel Just 11 Weeks After Losing Legs in Crash

Bill Monger is back in a racecar after losing both legs in crash and an athlete with Parkinson's takes on the 'American Ninja Warrior' course!

Trump Looks for Friendlier European Welcome in Poland

President Donald Trump is headed back to Europe hoping to receive a friendly welcome in Poland despite lingering skepticism across the continent over his commitment to NATO, his past praise of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his decision to pull the U.S. out of a major climate agreement.

New York City Cop Fatally Shot While Sitting in Patrol Car

Police say a New York City police officer who was shot while sitting in her patrol car has died.

North Korea Long-Range Missile Test Spurs U.S. Calls for Action

North Korea’s first test of an intercontinental ballistic missile, demonstrating a dangerous new reach for weapons it hopes to top with nuclear warheads one day, is spurring U.S. demands for “global action” to counter the threat.

Man Robbed and Shot Following Meet-Up for Cell Phone

A man was robbed and shot in Mint Hill after meeting up with someone selling a cell phone.

Manhunt Underway in Charlotte for Attempted Kidnappings Suspect

A manhunt is underway in Charlotte tonight. Police are searching for a man targeting women who are out jogging. CMPD says he tried to kidnap two women, at gunpoint, at different locations. Both victims got away safely. Police believe the man then ditched his car in the woods and set it on fire.