Winter Weather Alert for Mountains, Bitter Cold for All On the Way
Winter Weather Alert goes into effectΒ thisΒ afternoon for the mountains. Bitter cold Friday areawide.
Winter Weather Alert: More Mountain Snow, Tumbling Temps
Winter Weather Alerts are now in effect for parts of the region through Friday morning.
Labs Ramp Up Processing Of Covid Tests As People Await Results
A perfect storm of holiday travel, Omicron spreading, and cold and flu season have led to long lines at Covid testing sites and delays in returned results, according to health officials.
Deputies: Charlotte Man Shot After Breaking Into Union County Home
Deputies say a Charlotte man shot while breaking into a Union County home on Friday has been arrested.
Detectives Ask For Public's Help Identifying 2 Armed Robbery Suspects
Detectives are asking for the public's help identifying two suspects involved in an armed robbery of a Sam's Mart in south Charlotte.
Detectives Investigate East Charlotte Shooting
Detectives have opened an investigation after a man was shot in east Charlotte Wednesday afternoon.
Good Friends Charlotte Raises $750K At Annual "Gather & Give" Holiday Luncheon
Good Friends Charlotte is celebrating after raising a record-breaking $750,000 at their 35th annual end-of-year "Gather & Give" event.
Oldest U.S. Veteran Of WWII, Lawrence N. Brooks, Dies At 112
The oldest World War II veteran in the United States has died at the age of 112. Lawrence N. Brooks died Wednesday in New Orleans.
Charlotte Pastor Pleads Guilty To Tax & Wire Fraud
Federal authorities say a Charlotte pastor is under investigation after he admitted to filing false tax returns and using fake information to get a COVID-19 relief loan.
SBI: Anson County Elementary Teacher Found In Possession Of Hundreds Of Child Porn Images & Videos
Police have arrested and charged an Anson County elementary school teacher with child sex crimes after finding him in possession of hundreds of child pornography images and videos.
Rowan-Salisbury School Board Announces Updated Safety Protocols For Athletic Events In Response To Latest ShootingΒ
Board officials say Rowan-Salisbury Schools will implement the use of metal detecting wands and a no big bag policy at all future athletic events in an effort to enhance safety and security protocols.
Grammys Postpone Ceremony, Citing Omicron Variant Risks
The upcoming Grammy Awards have been postponed due to what organizers called βtoo many risksβ due to the omicron variant.
Police Charge 2 In Black Friday Mall Shooting In Durham
Police have charged two men in a Black Friday shooting at a North Carolina mall.
Wednesdayβs Powerball Jackpot Jumps Additional $20 Million, Up To $630 Million
The jackpot for Wednesdayβs night Powerball drawing has jumped another $20 million, now weighing in at an estimated $630 million.
Police: Man Killed After Vehicle Collides Head-On With Tractor Trailer In Statesville
Police say a man was killed after his vehicle collided head-on with a tractor trailer in Statesville.Β The accident happened just before 6:30pm on January 4th on Salisbury Highway, according to police.
Governor, Health Officials: No Need To Close SC Over Omicron
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says there's no need to close schools and businesses because of the omicron variant of COVID-19.
2 Charged With Making Fake Injury Claim On Traffic Accident
The N.C. Department of Insurance says two people have been accused of trying to tell investigators that one of them was hurt in a traffic accident which was later found to be a false claim.
Police: Man Hit, Killed By Train In Rock Hill
A man was hit and killed by a train in Rock Hill Tuesday night, according to the police department.
CMPD Ask For Public's Help Identifying Assault, Attempted Rape Suspect
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect of a recent assault and attempted rape in northwest Charlotte.
Jan. 7: Resident Culture Brewing Co. Will Open South End Taproom To Public
On January 7, Resident Culture Brewing Co. will open South End taproom to the public. The brewery's second location will feature El Toro Bruto tacos, a gourmet coffee bar, and a stunning 6,800-square-foot event space.
Cooper Urges Boosters, Plans NC Worker Mandate Extension
Gov. Roy Cooper says North Carolina will keep its βfoot on the gasβ when it comes to getting more vaccines and boosters administered to combat COVID-19 and its recent extremely contagious omicron variant.
13 Dead, Including 7 Children, In Philadelphia House Fire
Officials say a large house fire in Philadelphia has killed 13 people, including seven children, and sent two people to hospitals.
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