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Two Teens Arrested In Garinger High School Student's Murder

Two teenagers were arrested for the murder of Garinger High School student Daikwan Deese, according to the CMPD.

A Wildfire Scorching The Texas Panhandle Has Grown To The Largest In State History

A wildfire spreading across the Texas Panhandle became the largest in state history Thursday, growing to nearly 1,700 square miles (4,400 square kilometers) of scorched rural ranchlands and destroyed homes.

Homicide Investigation In West Charlotte

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting on Thursday.

Arrests Made For Sporting Arms Robbery On South Boulevard

Four suspects were arrested in relation to a firearm story robbery that occurred at 4 a.m. on February 20, 2024, where 20 firearms were reported stolen.

Allergy Season Off To (Another) Early Start

Sneezin' season is starting early again.

Charlotte Transportation, Hot Topic At Regional Business Alliance Meeting

Charlotte city councilman, Ed Driggs, discusses the Charlotte's Strategic Mobility Plan

Biden 'Continues To Be Fit For Duty,' His Doctor Says, After President Undergoes Annual Physical

President Joe Biden “continues to be fit for duty,” his doctor wrote Wednesday after conducting an annual physical that is being closely watched as the 81-year-old seeks reelection in November.

Appellate Judge Refuses To Halt Trump's $454 Million Fraud Penalty While He Appeals

A New York appellate judge on Wednesday refused to halt collection of Donald Trump’s $454 million civil fraud penalty while he appeals, leaving the former president less than a month to pay up or secure a bond covering the full amount he owes.

Wendy's To Start Surge Pricing

The fast food restaurant announced it will start testing Uber-like surge pricing in 2025.

Statesville Man Charged For Driving With Suspended License, Possessing Cocaine, Methamphetamine

A 33-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he was driving with a suspended license and was in possession of cocaine and methamphetamine.

Two Suspects Arrested For Using U-Haul Truck To Steal Stoves In East Charlotte

Two suspects were arrested Wednesday after breaking into 15 homes and using a U-Haul truck to steal 12 stoves in east Charlotte.

Wildfire Scorching Texas Panhandle Keeps Growing And Now Rivals Largest Blaze In State History

A rapidly growing wildfire that is scorching the Texas Panhandle now rivals the largest blaze in state history, state officials said as flames blackened the landscape across a vast stretch of small towns and cattle ranches.

Concord Woman Enjoys $150,000 Powerball Win

Tonyck James of Concord took a chance on a $3 Powerball ticket and won a $150,000 prize.

Boeing Given 90 Days By FAA To Come Up With A Plan To Improve Safety And Quality Of Manufacturing

The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday it's giving Boeing 90 days to come up with a plan to fix quality problems and meet safety standards for building planes after a panel blew off a brand-new Boeing 737 Max jetliner last month.

Double-Homicide Suspect Found Dead In Kings Mountain

A person of interest wanted in connection to an early morning double-homicide was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to authorities.

Former WWE Wrestler, Virgil Dies At 61

Virgil was widely remembered for his association with "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and held the Million Dollar Championship.

McConnell Will Step Down As The Senate Republican Leader In November After A Record Run In The Job

Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history, says he'll step down as Senate Republican leader in November.

Lower Auto Prices Are Finally Giving Americans A Break After Years Of Inflationary Increases

Price increases for cars and trucks in the United States, which helped fuel inflation for nearly three years, are slowing and in some cases falling, helping cool overall inflation and giving frustrated Americans more hope of finding an affordable vehicle.

Catawba County Drug Seizure

Over 35 grams of fentanyl and methamphetamine were seized during a search warrant and resulted in three arrests.

No Charges Will Be Filed In Homicide Near University City

After a lengthy investigation, detectives with the CMPD say no one will face charges in the shooting death of 36-year-old Dontarious Simpson.

They’re On A Path To Becoming Governor But Attorney General Jobs Are Now A Destination Too

The career path that Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop and Democratic U.S. Rep. Jeff Jackson are trying to follow was once a rarity but has become more common across the country as the attorney general position has become more prominent — and taken a more partisan tone.

Spring Break: The Top 10 Destinations North Carolina Residents Can't Resist This Year

As the spring break excitement starts to build up, we thought you'd be interested in discovering the most sought-after destinations for North Carolina residents during this vacation period.