Suspect Identified In Rowan County Human Trafficking Investigation
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office have arrested Kadeem Zelique Williams for his involvement in a human trafficking investigation involving a 16-year-old girl.
3rd Of 6 Former Officers In Mississippi Gets 17.5 Years For Racist Torture Of 2 Black Men
A third former Mississippi sheriffβs deputy has been sentenced for his part in the racist torture of two Black men by a group of white officers who called themselves "the Goon Squad.β Daniel Opdyke was sentenced Wednesday to 17.5 years in federal prison.
Diesel Fuel Spill On I-85 Causing Delays
A tractor trailer's saddle tank ruptured on I-85 between exits 19 and 21, which is causing significant delays.
Novant Health Lifts Hospital Visitor Restrictions For Those Under The Age Of 13
Beginning March 21 at 7 a.m., all Novant Health hospitals will lift visitor restrictions that were put in place on Dec. 19, 2023 for those under the age of 13.
Powerball Jackpot Rises To $687 Million
The Powerball jackpot keeps on growing as it now stands at $687 million for Wednesdayβs drawing.
Charlotte Civic Leader And Breast Cancer Survivor Cathy Bessant Establishes Novant Health Endowed Chair For Breast Health
A journey that began with a breast cancer diagnosis in 2010 came full circle today for Cathy Bessant. In a surprise event, she announced the establishment of the Novant Health Catherine P. Bessant Endowed Chair - Breast Health and recognized Dr. Peter Turk, the surgeon she credits with saving her life, as the inaugural appointee.
Huntersville Murder Suspect Arrested In Virginia
After discovering a dead woman in her SUV, Huntersville Police identified a suspect who was arrested in Virginia.
Atrium Health Updates Masking And Visitor Policies
After observing a steady decrease in respiratory virus cases, Atrium Health is lifting visitor restrictions and modifying masking policies.
Traffic Alert: Road Closure Due To Overturned Tractor Trailer On University City Boulevard
Inbound and out bound lanes are closed at the intersection of University City Boulevard and Pavillion Boulevard due to an overturned tractor trailer.Β
Charlotte Man Snags First $1 Million Prize In New Game
Charlotte resident Wilbur Grant tried his luck on a $10 scratch-off ticket and won the first $1 million top prize in a new scratch-off game.Β
French Bulldogs Remain The Most Popular US Breed In New Rankings
The American Kennel Club says French bulldogs are still the United Statesβ most commonly registered purebreds.
North Carolina County Boards Dismiss Election Protests From Legislator. Recounts Are Next
Elections boards in three northeastern North Carolina counties that make up a House district have dismissed formal protests filed by a 10-term state legislator who is narrowly trailing in his Democratic primary from earlier this month.
Up 'n Adam: International Day Of Happiness
Adam Wurtzel went to Community Matters CafΓ© to find out what makes people happy, and give them something happy in the process.
Student Struck By Car At Independence High School
A student was struck by a car at Independence High School on Wednesday, according to a statement released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
Cooler & (Eventually) Wetter Days Ahead
Wednesday was the warmest day of the week so far - and will likely be the warmest we'll see for the next 7-10 days.
Second Townhall Meeting Held For New Electric Substation Proposal In Pineville
Residents in Pineville speak about proposed sites for electric substations in the area
Judges Limit North Carolina Child Support Requirement In IVF Case Involving Same-Sex Couple
North Carolina's intermediate-level appeals court has reversed a local judge's decision that ordered a woman to pay child support to her ex-partner who gave birth through in vitro fertilization.
Supreme Court Allows Texas To Begin Enforcing Law That Lets Police Arrest Migrants At Border
A divided Supreme Court is allowing Texas to begin enforcing a law that gives police broad powers to arrest migrants suspected of crossing the border illegally while a legal battle over the measure plays out.
Charlotte Christian Baseball Team Looks To Bounce Back After Losing Their Head Coach To Cancer
In 2022, the Charlotte Christian baseball team won another state title, the program's 16th under head coach Greg Simmons. The following season, the Knights had to learn how to bounce back after losing their leader to a battle with cancer.
Charlotte Civic Leader And Breast Cancer Survivor Cathy Bessant Establishes Novant Health Endowed Chair For Breast Health
In a surprise event, Cathy Bessant announced the establishment of the Novant Health Catherine P. Bessant Endowed Chair - Breast Health and recognized Dr. Peter Turk, the surgeon she credits with saving her life, as the inaugural appointee.
Chester County Deputies Seize 34 Firearms, Hundreds Of Rounds Of Ammunition And Drugs During Search Warrant
A Chester County man has been arrested on charges involving several weapon seizures and drug possession following a domestic disturbance on Tuesday.
Clemson Joins Florida State, Becomes Second School To Sue ACC As It Seeks To Exit Conference
Clemson has filed a lawsuit against the Atlantic Coast Conference in a South Carolina court.
