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Family Of Man Shot By CMPD Seeking Answers

CHARLOTTE, NC-- The mother of a man killed in an officer-involved shooting last week say they are being kept in the dark about her son's death. 18-year-old Rodney Smith allegedly shot a man…

Training Prepares Firefighters for Deadly Situations

CONCORD, NC -- Firefighters face incredible challenges on the job. Sometimes situations can take a deadly turn, like they did in the death of Pineville firefighter Richard Sheltra last month. It's in those moments…

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Trailer Carrying Bees Overturns On I-85

Officials say a trailer carrying bees has overturned on I-85 northbound in Charlotte near the Gaston-Mecklenburg County line.

Outrage Over 6-Month Sentence in Stanford Rape Case

Widespread outrage has erupted over a California judge's decision to give a former Stanford University swimmer a six-month jail sentence for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman.

Cam Newton Speech Goes Viral

Cam Newton gave a speech to student-athletes at a football camp at Woodward Academy and the video is going viral.

Victim Identified in Southwest Charlotte Accident

Police have identified the passenger killed in a southwest Charlotte accident.

News Conference On Diver Who Died In Lake Norman Search And Rescue Mission

Officials with Sherrills Ford Fire And Rescue are held a news conference on Firefighter Bradley Long who died Monday while searching for a missing Lake Norman swimmer.

Man Sued For $30K After Selling A $40 Printer On Craigslist

Reports say a Craigslist sale of a $40 printer has resulted in a six-and-a-half year legal battle costing the seller $12,000 in lawyer fees.

NFL's Twitter Account Hacked, Says Roger Goodell Died

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has not passed away -- despite what a tweet from the NFL's account may have led some to believe.

Wanted By CMPD: Johan Sloan

Police are looking for 27-year-old Johan Sloan who is wanted on multiple theft charges.

Dogs Destroy Boy's Beloved Trump Hat

The dogs ate my Trump hat ... CNN's Jeanne Moos has the flap over a kid's "Make America Great Again" hat.

Paul Ryan: Trump's Judge Comments Are 'Textbook' Racism

Paul Ryan told reporters that presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump's comments about Judge Gonzalo Curiel are "textbook definition of a racist comment." Ryan said he still plans to vote for Donald Trump in November.

Party Goes On In Bar, Despite Flooding

A few inches of water couldn't keep people off of the dance floor in a Crosby, Texas bar.

Broadway Stars Take Over Carpool Karaoke

James Corden was joined by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jane Krakowski, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Audra McDonald for his hit segment.

Mayor Accused Of Punching Little League Umpire

The Mayor of Monee, Ill., is accused of punching a Little League umpire during an on-field altercation and breaking his jaw in two places.

Groom Killed In Motorcycle Crash On Wedding Day

A 31-year-old Missouri man was killed in a motorcycle crash early Saturday morning shortly before his wedding.

Firefighter Drowns In Search Of Missing Swimmer

Firefighter Bradley Long has died while assisting in the search for a missing swimmer on Lake Norman.

One Killed, Three Injured In York County Head-On Collision

The York County Coroner has identified 20-year-old Justin Dye as the driver killed in Monday's head-on collision.

Over 2,000 People Without Power In North Charlotte

Officials say more than 2,000 people are without power due to a broken power pole and blown transformer.

Police Looking For Suspect After Northeast Charlotte Stabbing

Police are looking for the person they say stabbed a man outside the Extended Stay America on University Executive Park Drive Tuesday morning.

Hostess Recalls Snack Cakes, Doughnuts Over Peanut Residue

Hostess Brands has voluntarily recalled various snack cakes and doughnuts over concerns they may have come in contact with peanut residue not included in the ingredient list.