Mecklenburg County Woman Wins $150,000 A Week Before Her Birthday
Latonya Louden of Pineville got an early birthday present when a $5 scratch-off produced a $150,000 top prize.
North Carolina's Mark Harris Gets A Second Chance To Go To Congress After Absentee Ballot Scandal
The Rev. Mark HarrisΒ has won the Republican nomination for a U.S. House seat in North Carolina, giving the pastor a second chance to go to Washington after a 2018 absentee ballot scandal.
Mpox Cases And Exposures Are Rising Among Mecklenburg County Residents
Public Health leaders report an alarming trend with mpox in Mecklenburg County. Since the start of the year the number of reported mpox cases has risen steadily in the region.
I-485 Opens Back Up After Chemical Spill Closes Outer Loop In Matthews
Interstate 485 has opened back up after a chemical spill shut down the outer loop in Matthews at East John Street.
Animal Care & Control Is Asking For Community Support As Kennels Renovations Continue
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC) animal shelter renovations to meet North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesΒ standards, and the American Disabilities Act are ongoing.
Deputies: Chick-fil-A Owner Charged With Statutory Sex Offense Involving Child In Rowan County
Rowan County Sheriff's Office have arrested a 49-year-old man and charged him with statutory sex offense with a child.
Virginia Man Pleads Guilty In Catawba County To Kidnapping And Indecent Liberties With A Child
Cameron Blair, 23, pled guilty in Catawba County Superior Court on March 5 to first degree kidnapping and indecent liberties with a child.
A Man Who Crashed A Snowmobile Into A Parked Black Hawk Helicopter Is Suing The Government For $9.5M
Jeff Smith was whizzing along on a snowmobile one evening a few years back when something dark appeared in front of him. He hit his brakes but he couldn't avoid clipping the rear tail of a Black Hawk helicopter parked on the trail.
Jeff Peterson Optimistic About Building The Hornets Into NBA's Premier Franchise Despite Long Odds
Jeff Peterson made it clear he wants to turn the struggling Charlotte Hornets into one of the NBAβs premier franchises.
Statesville Man Arrested For Murder Of Infant
David Brady, 29, was arrested and served an indictment for murder following the death investigation of his infant child according to a news release.
Trump Has Become The Last Republican Standing In The 2024 Primary. Here's How He Bulldozed The Field
After outlasted more than a dozen challengers and refusing to appear with his rivals at debates, Donald Trump is poised to be the GOP's nominee for a third time.
Teen Dies In Fatal Car Crash
A 14-year-old riding a makeshift skateboard died after being struck by a freight-liner truck on Tuesday.
Police: Mother Turns Herself In For Manslaughter Of Son
Following an investigation of the death of a three-year-old boy, the mother turned herself in to Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.
Cabarrus Countyβs 23rd Annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo
Anchors aweigh for a day full of activities, resources and fun at Cabarrus Countyβs 23rd annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo.
Dank Burrito Opens First Charlotte-Area Location
Drawing heavily on a love of urban aesthetics, hip hop, graffiti, and global street food, Dank Burrito serves up one-of-a-kind food in a unique, funky setting.
North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore's Win Marks Big Change In State's Congressional Delegation
North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore won the Republican nomination for Congress in the stateβs 14th District on Tuesday, starting what was expected to be a thorough shake-up of the U.S. House delegation.
President Joe Biden's Super Tuesday Focus Is On Donald Trump
President Joe Biden is choosing not to revel in his Super Tuesday nomination wins. Instead, heβs telling Americans it is time to defend democracy.
Former President Donald Trump Offers Little Celebration In 20-Minute Speech Following Dominating Wins On Super Tuesday
Former President Donald Trump is walking away with some dominating wins on Super Tuesday. Beating Nikki Haley in numerous states.Β
Heated North Carolina Governor's Race Ahead With Democrat Josh Stein Vs. Republican Mark Robinson
Their victories on Tuesday set the stage for what will be an expensive and high-stakes November contest in a state that the two parties see as a pivotal battleground.
"I Prefer To Use The Term Virtual Cockroaches" Matthews Puts An End To Potential 'Zoom Bombers'
The board of commissioners in Matthews decided Tuesday night to completely remove the zoom option for their board hearings after last week's meeting nightmare brought on by so-called "zoom bombers."
Fire Destroys Building At North Carolina Summer Camp
Flames ripped through and destroyed a 15,000 square foot building at Camp Wayfarer. It happened early Friday morning.
2 Accused Of Stealing 600 Venus Fly Trap Plants
The rare Venus flytrap is native to North Carolina, and stealing them is a felony. Authorities say people often dig them up and sell them on the black market.
