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Growing Memorial For CMPD Officer Killed In Tractor Trailer Crash

There's a growing memorial as the community mourns the death of a CMPD officer killed while directing traffic on I-85 in University City.

Warning Graphic: Violent East Charlotte Kidnapping

'I Thought I Was Going To Die': Victim Of Violent Attack Caught On Video Talks About Beating, Kidnapping

The 24-year-old woman spoke exclusively to WCCB News. She says a man she loved dragged her and beat her as she attempted to get away from him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged Louis Meadows, 32, for his involvement in the assault and kidnapping in east Charlotte that was all caught on video.

At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits No Longer Available At Mecklenburg County Libraries

Due to high demand ahead of the holidays and nationwide supply chain issues, officials say COVID-19 at-home test kits will no longer be available at Mecklenburg County library locations.

Detectives Charge Man With Homicide After A Deadly Shooting At His Ex-Girlfriend's Gastonia Home

Detectives have charged a 34-year-old man with homicide after he allegedly used a rifle to shoot his ex-girlfriend and a man inside her home in Gastonia on Tuesday.

Pause On Student Loan Payments Is Extended Through May 1st

Payments on federal student loans will remain paused through May 1st, the Biden administration announced Wednesday.

Police: 2 Men Arrested After Stealing A Woman's Car At Gunpoint In Hickory

Police have arrested two Statesville men after they stole a woman's car at gunpoint in Hickory late Tuesday night and attempted to flee.

Secret Service: Nearly $100B Stolen In Pandemic Relief Funds

The U.S. Secret Service says nearly $100 billion has been stolen from COVID-19 relief programs set up to help businesses and people who lost their jobs due to the pandemic.

What the Tech: Reusing Delivery Boxes

If you do most of your Christmas shopping online, you probably have dozens of empty cardboard boxes from Amazon and other retailers scattered around your house

CMPD Officer Killed In Crash Involving Semi on 85 South

CMPD confirms Officer Mia Goodwin has died from her injuries after a serious crash involving a tractor trailer Wednesday morning.

Wilson's World: Is At The Schiele Museum In Gastonia Previewing Upcoming Fun Events:‎ A Rocket Launch, Sock Skating, Comet Sightings, and More!

After sharing his favorite Christmas Card, Self Proclaimed Space Nerd Wilson's World along with Candice from the Schiele Museum shared info about the Christmas Morning launch of the James Webb Space Telescope!

85 South Closes at W WT Harris Blvd After Semi Hits 2 CMPD Cruisers

At least two CMPD officers are at CMC Main hospital in Dilworth after a tractor trailer hit their cruisers just before 4am Wednesday.

With Christmas Just Days Away, Experts Worry About Omicron COVID Variant

With Christmas just days away, health experts worry about how contagious the new Omicron COVID variant is. 90 percent of new cases in the Southeast are now being caused by Omicron, according to the CDC.

Couple Unharmed After Asphalt From Overpass Crashes Through Windshield

A terrifying moment for a Mint Hill couple as a piece of asphalt comes crashing through their windshield.

AP Source: NHL To Withdraw From Olympics After COVID Surge

NHL players will not take part in the Winter Olympics after all. A person with direct knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press the league is going to withdraw from the Beijing Olympics after its regular-season schedule was disrupted by coronavirus outbreaks.