Court documents reveal new details about man accused of shooting CMPD officer
Court records say Dionte McCracking was wearing a ski mask and cutting a power line with an angle grinder on Enderly Road when an officer spotted him Wednesday morning.
Gaston Co. Police: 2 dead, 2 hurt in shooting at home on Forbes Road
Police say two people are dead and two others are critically injured after a shooting in southern Gaston County.
A pilot of the Amazon cargo plane that careened off Miami runway warned it was coming in too fast
One of the pilots of the Amazon cargo plane that careened off a Miami runway and killed five people repeatedly warned they were coming in too fast roughly two minutes ahead of the collision.
Across the US, high school sports provide a sense of community — and, for some, a way out
Like many high schools across the country, football games are a cherished tradition, connecting the community’s past and present and is part of a broader American experience where high school sports foster community spirit and personal growth.
American Airlines pilot reflects on 9/11
Captain Steve Scheibner was originally scheduled to co-pilot American Airlines Flight 11 on that day.
Unsettled start to the weekend, but no washouts
Hot and humid end to the week with scattered showers moving in Saturday. Isolated flooding is possible.
25 years later: remembering 9/11
Nearly 3,000 flags are on display representing the lives lost. They will be there until Sunday.
Associated Press journalists who witnessed Sept. 11 remember what they saw, 25 years later
Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 attacks, current and former Associated Press journalists who witnessed them recall the day.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
The Strokes headline this week’s concert lineup in Charlotte. The award winning rock band will be performing at Truliant Amphitheater on Thursday night.
Sept. 11 ranks among the most historic events in many Americans’ lifetimes, polling shows
A new poll finds that the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks are still among the most significant historical events in many Americans' lives. About half of U.S. adults consider what happened that day to be one of the most pivotal events they've lived through, 25 years later.
49ers rout Rams 27-7 in NFL's first Australia game behind Brock Purdy's 3 TD passes
Mike Evans, Demarcus Robinson and Deebo Samuel caught touchdown passes from Brock Purdy, and the San Francisco 49ers routed the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in the first NFL regular-season game in Australia.
Prosecutor brought in to lead investigation of Trump foes tells AP that he has resigned his position
An ally of President Donald Trump says he has resigned from his post leading a Justice Department investigation into whether former law enforcement and intelligence officials conspired against the Republican president.
How to Travel Europe on a Budget in 2026
Traveling Europe on a budget is absolutely possible without turning the trip into a constant exercise in saying “no.” The real challenge is knowing which choices move the cost needle the most: where you go, when you go, how often you move, and what kind of bed you book each night.
Neighbors say boy took clip out of gun before firing it and shooting himself in NW Charlotte
A little boy is fighting for his life following a shooting in northwest Charlotte.
The Firefighter Steven Coakley Foundation prepares for annual "Flags and Lights of Remembrance" ceremony in Uptown on 9/11
A powerful tribute is taking shape in Uptown Charlotte to commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11.
A NYC firehouse was first to respond on 9/11. 25 years on, Sal Argano is the last still on staff
The fire station across from the World Trade Center has become a key stop along the route for visiting the site of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people. All day long, tourists stop at “Ten House,” as it’s known, to take photos and chat with firefighters.
Republican midterm convention provides Vance center stage moment as party faces midterm risks
Vice President JD Vance takes center stage at their midterm convention in Dallas with a primetime speaking slot, which will provide a potential make-or-break platform for his own 2028 presidential ambitions.
Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer asks the judge to spare her a second trial for killing her children
Lindsay Clancy’s attorney is asking a Massachusetts judge to acquit her of charges that she killed her three young children. Her trial ended in a mistrial. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington argues prosecutors failed to prove Clancy was criminally responsible and that the case should not be tried twice.
Former Newton Police officer who kicked and shot suspect after they surrendered will spend up to 10 years in prison
A former Newton Police Lieutenant will spend eight to 10 years in prison for second-degree murder.
92nd Annual Chief's Cup at the Knothole Foundation
Adam Wurtzel went to the Knothole Foundation to learn about the 92nd Annual Chief's Cup baseball game, where Charlotte FD will compete against CMPD.
US wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb
Wholesale inflation picked up last month after cooling earlier this summer as higher oil and gas prices stemming from the Iran war are keeping costs elevated.
Charlotte remains in stage 2 drought conditions; water-saving measures still in effect
Charlotte remains under stage two drought conditions. Despite recent rainfall, Charlotte Water says it hasn't been enough to overcome how little rain we've seen since last fall.
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