Bicyclist Dies After Being Struck From Behind By Vehicle
A man riding a bicycle died in a hit-and-run accident after a vehicle crashed into him from behind on South Tryon Street.
Illinois Judge Who Reversed Rape Conviction Removed From Bench After Panel Finds He Circumvented Law
An Illinois judge who sparked outrage by reversing a man’s rape conviction involving a 16-year-old girl has been removed from the bench after a judicial oversight body found he circumvented the law and engaged in misconduct.
Cooler Close to Weekend, Spring-Like Warmth Into Workweek
Temperatures will top out in near-average territory on Sunday, but get ready for a slew of 70s for February's final week.
Caribbean Officials Search For 2 People Aboard A Yacht They Say Was Hijacked By 3 Escaped Prisoners
Authorities in the eastern Caribbean said they were trying to locate two people believed to be U.S. citizens who were aboard a yacht that was hijacked by three escaped prisoners from Grenada.
Charlotte FC Begins Third MLS Season Saturday Night
A new MLS season brings a new coach to Charlotte FC, but diehard fans hope to pick up where last year’s wild-card-earning team left off.
Former President Donald Trump Speaks At Winthrop University Before South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary
Former President Donald Trump speaks at Winthrop University ahead of the South Carolina Republican presidential primary election.
Nikki Haley Speaks In South Carolina Day Before Republican Presidential Primary
Nikki Haley makes her “Beast of the Southeast Bus Tour” stop in Moncks Corner, South Carolina just one day before the Republican presidential primary.
Up 'n Adam: Paranormal Cirque
Adam Wurtzel got spooky with a visit to stage show Paranormal Cirque.
15-Year-Old Juvenile, Who Was Apprehended 13 Times In 2023, Arrested Again For Vehicle Larceny
A 15-year-old juvenile, that was arrested 13 times in 2023, was taken into custody again on Thursday night for allegedly stealing a motor vehicle.
Three Suspects Charged In West Charlotte Homicide Outside A Barbershop
Three suspects are in custody in connection to a deadly homicide outside a west Charlotte barbershop on Valentine's Day.
Mega Millions And Powerball Weekend Jackpots Total Over $900 Million
Mega Millions and Powerball players in North Carolina have two chances to win big this weekend playing for jackpots that total $901 million.
A World War II Bomb Prompted An Evacuation In England Before Being Taken To Sea To Be Blown Up
An unexploded World War II bomb was safely transported Friday through the eerily empty streets of the southwestern English port city of Plymouth before being placed on a boat for its next and final journey to sea where it will be blown up by naval divers.
Diana Cojocari Refuses To Enter Courtroom For Arraignment Hearing
Diana Cojocari refuses to enter a Mecklenburg County courtroom causing her arraignment hearing to be delayed, according to court officials.
Monroe Pastor Apologizes For Sermon That Blames Rape Victims
A pastor from Monroe is going through a trial by social media fire. Video of one of his sermons is being shared all over social media. The sermon appears to be from last year, but the outrage is fresh.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor Shares Importance Of Knowing CPR
American Heart Association celebrates 100 years with Nation of Lifesavers initiative
Smoke in the Skies? Prescribed Burns Are to Blame.
They may make an otherwise sunny day hazy, but prescribed burns play a vital role in keeping our forests healthy and resilient.
Trial Of 'Rust' Armorer Begins In Fatal Film Rehearsal Shooting By Alec Baldwin
Prosecutors delivered an opening statement Thursday at the first trial in the deadly shooting of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin on the set of the Western film “Rust."
Mooresville Man Arrested On Child Pornography Charges
A 34-year-old man from Mooresville was charged with 18 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor after turning himself in to authorities on Wednesday.
Engrossed In Education Funding Dispute, North Carolina Revisits Milestone 2022 Ruling
North Carolina's Supreme Court returned Thursday to its landmark 2022 ruling on education funding that permitted use of taxpayer funds to fix unconstitutional inequities statewide without legislators' express approval.
Texas School Legally Punished Black Student Over Hairstyle, Judge Says
A Black high school student’s monthslong punishment by his Texas school district for refusing to change his hairstyle does not violate a new state law that prohibits race-based hair discrimination, a judge ruled on Thursday.
Former Cheraw Police Officer Charged With Sexual Extortion, Misconduct
A former police officer in Cheraw County was charged with first-degree sexual extortion and misconduct in the office.
The Salvation Army Of Cabarrus And Stanly Counties Partners With Subaru Concord And Operation Warm To Bring New Winter Attire To Children In Need
More than 250 new coats and 250 new socks and shoes were delivered for distribution to children served by The Salvation Army Tucker Center of Hope Shelter on Wednesday, February 21st. Subaru Concord partnered with Operation Warm to donate all items.
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