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Greatest Generation Honored at Charlotte Ceremony

CHARLOTTE, NC -- They left home and went overseas to fight for freedom. The men who served in the Second World War leave behind an immense legacy. Wednesday, 12 men from the Carolinas…

Why is CLT Buying More Guns After Orlando Massacre

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Lawmakers on both sides are showing signs of agreement on stricter gun control measures. Democrats staged a filibuster to demand action on pending gun bills. In the meantime, people in…

Local Leaders Travel To Raleigh In Effort To Cancel I77 Toll Lanes Contract

RALEIGH, NC-- More than 20 elected officials and business leaders headed to Raleigh today to talk about canceling the I -77 Toll Lanes contract. The House recently passed a bill that would stop construction…

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WANTED: D’Marrion “Marri” Gilmore

CMPD is currently searching for armed and dangerous criminal, D’Marrion “Marri” Gilmore.

Trump To Discuss Terrorism Watch List, No Fly Ban With NRA

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said Wednesday that he will be meeting with the National Rifle Association to discuss ways to block people on terrorism watch lists or no fly lists from buying guns as his party scrambles to respond in the aftermath of the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history.

Paris Attacks -- Victim's Family Sues Social Media Giants ... You Let Terrorism Spread

Twitter, Google and Facebook are responsible for the Paris attacks because they let ISIS spread extremist propaganda and recruit on their social networks ... so says a victim's father in a new suit. According to legal docs obtained by TMZ,…

Overnight Break-In at Animal Shelter

Last night, the Catawba County Humane Society, was broken into leaving behind extreme damage, stolen cash from donations jars out front, and a slew of terrified animals.

Carowinds Debuts Exciting New Stunt Show

On Saturday, June 18th, Carowinds will debut Cirque Imagine, a breathtaking 30-minute stunt show that is sure to amaze those of all ages.

Police Officer Arrested for Growing Marijuana

Authorities say on Tuesday they arrested a Veterans Administration Police Officer for growing marijuana in the woods.

Break-in At Brownlee Jewelers In South Charlotte Under Investigation

Police are investigating after a Brownlee Jewelers was broken into early Wednesday morning in south Charlotte.

French Police Alerted To Possible Arrival Of Fighters

French police and anti-terrorism investigators have been alerted to the possibility that small groups of extremists have left Syria for France and Belgium with plans to stage attacks.

Origin Of 'Stairway To Heaven' Questioned At Copyright Trial

The opening to Led Zeppelin's "Stairway to Heaven," one of rock 'n' roll's best-known ballads, was played for jurors Tuesday in a case brought by the estate of a dead musician that claims it was stolen by the men credited with creating it.

The Watch with Will Kennedy: Sports Helps CMPD Reach Charlotte Kids

CMPD says every youth needs and deserves a Police Athletic League but it's about more than just winning and losing.

Hundreds Flock to Charlotte Church for Interfaith Vigil for Orlando Victims

Tonight many continue to remember those lost in the Orlando nightclub shooting.

Local Broadcasting Instructor And Party Impersonator Charged With Soliciting A Child

LINCOLN COUNTY, NC-- A local party entertainer who dresses as movie characters is accused of trying to have sex with a 14 year old. Michael Geressy is out of jail on bond. Lincolnton police…

I-77 Battle Takes Turn to Oust Cornelius Mayor

CORNELIUS, NC -- The ongoing battle over Interstate 77 toll lanes has taken a turn to oust Cornelius Mayor Chuck Travis. The Town Commissioners called an emergency meeting, citing the No Confidence Rule…

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CNN's Emotional Tribute To Victims

CNN's Anderson Cooper reads out the names and ages of the victims of the massacre that took place at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Police: Suspect shot amid reported shooting at Walmart

A suspect has been shot and "is apparently dead" after officers responded Tuesday to a reported shooting inside a Walmart store in Amarillo, Texas, police said.

Obama: 'Our Mission Is To Destroy ISIL'

President Obama speaks to the media regarding the progress made in the fight against ISIS. "ISIL is on defense," said Obama, using another acronym for the terror group.