Four-Year-Old Drowns After Being Reported Missing From Apartment
The York County Coroner's Office is investigating a drowning death after four-year-old Rose Blankenship was found in a nearby pool.
Metropolitan Transit Commission Opposes Proposed Interlocal Aggreement
Members of the Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC) including Mecklenburg County have been negotiating with the City of Charlotte for several months on revisions to the Interlocal Agreement which governs the Metropolitan Transit Commission.
Three Killed In Murder-Suicide In Statesville
Three people died in an alleged murder-suicide at a residence in Statesville on Friday morning. An infant was inside the home at the time of the shooting but was not injured.
One Vehicle Seized, Seven Citations Issued Following Street Takeovers In Charlotte
CMPD says they conducted two traffic stops, seized one vehicle, and issued seven citations for violations related to multiple street takeovers that happened over the weekend.Β
Preschool Teacher Accused Of Kicking Student
Amanda Henry, a preschool teacher at a daycare on Springdale Road in Lancaster, South Carolina, was accused of abusing a student and arrested.
Police: Man Killed By Officers After Firing Shots At First Responders Who Were Rendering Aid To Gunshot Victim
Authorities say Newton police officers killed a man who shot a woman and then returned to the scene and shot at first responders while they were rendering aid on the gunshot victim.
Voter Outreach Groups Struggling To Do Their Work After New Laws Target Them
Laws passed in several Republican-controlled states after the 2020 presidential election have criminalized much of the work done by voter outreach groups.
Lincoln County Sheriff's Lake Patrol Saves Man From Drowning In Lake Norman
A man was hospitalized after he was saved from drowning in Lake Norman on Sunday, May 26th.Β
White House Drug Policy Director Travels To North Carolina To Discuss Efforts to Address The Overdose Epidemicβ―And Save Lives
White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) Director Dr. Rahul Gupta will travel to North Carolina to discuss efforts to address the overdose epidemic and save lives.
Key Witness Lied On Stand, Trump Lawyer Tells Jurors During Closing Arguments In Hush Money Trial
Donald Trump's landmarkΒ hush money trialΒ turns on the testimony of a prosecution witness who told lies on the stand and cannot be trusted, a defense lawyer said Tuesday during closing arguments as he pressed jurors for an acquittal in the first criminal case against a former American president.
Governor Cooper Announcement Adds 850 Jobs And $450 Million Investment In Randolph Co.
Retailer,Β Ross Stores, Inc.Β (βRossβ) will create 852 jobs in Randolph County, Governor Cooper announced today. The company will invest $450 million to build a Southeastern region distribution center in the City of Randleman.
Father Of North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore Dies At 75
Rick Moore died Monday at his Kings Mountain home following what a spokesperson called a βlong-term health battle."
Fire Being Investigated At Gastonia Church
A fire occurred at Christ Community Church and the cause is currently being investigated by the City of Gastonia Fire Department, according to Pastors Jimmy and Tim.
Four Employees Injured In Flash Fire At Business In Matthews
Crews determined that an industrial dryer at Custom Express Screen Print and Embroidery experienced a flash fire, potentially due to a build up of lint in the dryer. Four people were injured.
Three Lanes On I-485 Inner Loop Closed Due To Vehicle Crash
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, three lanes on I-485 near mile marker 39 will be closed until 1:00 pm due to a vehicle crash.
Trump Is 'Innocent,' Defense Lawyer Tells Jury As Closing Arguments Get Underway
A lawyer for Donald Trump is telling jurors in the landmark hush money trial that the former president βinnocentβ and did not break the law.
Local Monroe Girl Appearing in "Hairspray"
Adam Wurtzel went to Blumenthal Arts' Belk Theater, where he met a local Monroe girl appearing in the Broadway tour of "Hairspray."
Bill Walton, Hall Of Fame Player Who Became A Star Broadcaster, Dies Of Cancer At 71
Hall Of Fame basketball player, Bill Walton dies of cancer at 71.
Tasty Tuesday: Summer Treats with Chef Mara
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with citrus flavors and Chef Mara of the Foodie School!
Charlotte Preschoolers Donate $10K For Underserved Children
Preschoolers at Primrose Schools across the Charlotte areaΒ donated $10,036 to several non-profit foundationsΒ in honor of their annual βSpring Flingβ β an event focused on giving back to local children in need.Β
Street Named In Honor Of Kannapolis Military Veterans
The Kannapolis City Council has renamed Southern Avenue to Kannapolis Veterans Way. The street is near Veterans Park downtown.
Homicide Investigation Underway In South Charlotte
CMPD detectives are investigating a homicide that took place on Kingsford Drive.
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