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AP: Ann Turner Cook, Original Gerber Baby, Dies At 95

Ann Turner Cook, whose cherubic baby face was known the world over as the original Gerber baby, has died.

Gorgeous Weekend, Watching Future Alex

The first named storm of the season likely forms near Florida this weekend, but the Carolinas won't have much to worry about.

North Carolina’s 1st Female Physician Statue Unveiled Along Charlotte’s Trail Of History

A statue recognizing Dr. Annie Alexander was unveiled Saturday along Little Sugar Creek Greenway as part of the Trail of History.

Silver Alert Cancelled For Missing 83-Year-Old Mount Holly Man

A Sliver Alert has been cancelled for missing 83-year-old William Stamey of Mount Holly.

At 83, Japanese Becomes Oldest To Sail Solo Across Pacific

An 83-year-old Japanese adventurer has returned home after successfully completing his solo nonstop voyage across the Pacific, becoming the oldest person to reach the milestone.

CMPD: 26-Year-Old Man Shot And Killed In Northwest Charlotte

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday morning in northwest Charlotte.

Wanted Suspect Apprehended By SWAT Officers In South Charlotte

A 31-year-old man wanted on several outstanding warrants was apprehended Friday after a standoff with SWAT officers in south Charlotte.

Detectives Investigate Deadly South Charlotte Shooting

CMPD has opened a homicide investigation after a 21-year-old man was shot and killed in south Charlotte on Saturday.

CMPD: 4 Hospitalized After Stabbing, Shooting In East Charlotte

CMPD is investigating after two victims were found suffering from gunshot wounds and another from stab wounds in east Charlotte Friday night.

FBI Warns Parents & Kids About New Way Online Predators Are Targeting Young People

A warning for parents. The FBI wants you and your kids to know about a new way online predators are targeting young people. The FBI has launched what they're calling a Stop Sextortion campaign to make sure families know how to protect themselves.

VIDEO: Charlotte Family Demands Justice After Teen Is Attacked At Neighborhood Pool

The 14-year-old boy was brutally beaten on May 18th by a group of boys in University City.

Strong Storms Bring Damage, Devastation to York County

Over 6.000 customers were without power at one point in York County alone after Friday's storms.

Rock Hill Street Shut Down Due To Storms

Rock Hill Police say West Main Street near Quiet Acres Road will be shut down for an extended period of time due to the storms.

Power Outages In The WCCB Viewing Area

Duke Energy is reporting 9,272 active power outages across the Carolinas as of 9:30 p.m. Friday

Police: Teenager Fatally Shot In Southeast Charlotte, Man Charged

Detectives have arrested and charged a man for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jaavion Blackmon in southeast Charlotte.

CATS Announces Winners Of The 2022 Transit Pass Design Contest | PHOTOS

CATS has selected the winning artwork to be featured on 2023 transit passes.

Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries After Being Struck In Gastonia Hit-And-Run

Gastonia Police are searching for the driver of a dark-colored sedan after it fled from a serious hit-and-run collision involving a woman Thursday night.

Local Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award | PHOTOS

Girl Scouts Hornets' Nest Council has officially announced this year's Gold Award recipients.

Special Olympics Drops Vaccine Rule After $27M

The Special Olympics has dropped a coronavirus vaccine mandate for its games in Orlando after Florida moved to fine the organization $27.5 million for violating a state law against such requirements.

Walmart Adding 4 Fulfillment Centers, More Than 4,000 Jobs

Walmart is adding four new fulfillment centers to its existing capacity, a move that will bring more than 4,000 jobs and make next- or two-day shipping available to more Americans.