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Charlotte Reacts After Derek Chauvin Found Guilty

Charlotte Leaders React To Chauvin's Guilty Verdict

Former Minneapolis Police Officer was found guilty in the death of George Floyd.

On the Road with James: Carolina Raptor Center

Located inside the Latta Preserve in Charlotte, NC, the Carolina Raptor Center is a vital resource for treating sick and injured birds who wouldn't otherwise survive in the wild.

FBI Warns Lowcountry And Pee Dee Residents Of Phone Scammers Impersonating Law Enforcement

Acting United States Attorney M. Rhett DeHart and Federal Bureau of Investigations Special Agent in Charge Susan Ferensic announced today that South Carolinians, particularly those in the Lowcountry and Pee Dee Region, should be on alert for scammers impersonating law enforcement to steal money and identities of victims.

CMPD: 28-Year-Old Shot, Killed In North Charlotte

A 28-year-old man was fatally shot in north Charlotte Tuesday night sparking a homicide investigation, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

On the Road with James: Tweetsie Railroad

We're off the road and on the rails this week at Tweetsie Railroad. All aboard!

Fire Weather Warning and Freeze Warnings Ahead of Strong Cold Front

Strong cold front bringing wind, cold to the region.

CMS Expands Capacity for HS Playoff Games Following Parent Petition

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is expanding attendance capacity for high school football playoff games and other Spring sports. It comes after parents started a petition asking the district for the change.

7-Year-Old Dies After Being Shot By Uncle During Filming Of Rap Video In Gastonia

A 7-year-old girl has died from the injuries she suffered after being shot last week in Gastonia. A warrant stats that the child was shot by her uncle, Jeremy Lewis, while he was filming a rap video.

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Former Officer Derek Chauvin Found Guilty Of Murder And Manslaughter In George Floyd Case

Derek Chauvin has been found guilty of second degree unintentional murder, guilty of third degree murder, and guilty of 2nd degree manslaughter. His bond has been revoked. His sentencing will be announced at a later date.

Mecklenburg County Public Health Presents COVID Vaccinations In The African American Community

Join Mecklenburg County Public Health on Thursday, April 29th at 4 PM for a Facebook Live round table discussion about COVID-19 vaccinations in the African American community.

Increased Fire Danger Wednesday

A dry and windy Wednesday afternoon on tap will lead to an increased fire danger.

Walk-in COVID-19 Vaccinations Now Available At Bojangles Coliseum Clinic

Mecklenburg County health officials announced Tuesday that the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Bojangles Coliseum will now be accepting walk-in vaccinations without an appointment starting this week.

Cash 5 Tickets Sold In Mecklenburg County Split Record-High $2.1 Million Jackpot

Monday’s Cash 5 drawing produced two winning tickets for players who purchased their tickets at Mecklenburg County convenience stores.

Legislature Inviting NC Gov. Cooper To Give Biennial Address

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper will give his “State of the State” speech to a joint session of the General Assembly next week.

VP Harris Sits At Counter Where Greensboro Four Made History

Vice President Kamala Harris took a detour while visiting North Carolina on Monday to sit at the same lunch counter where four Black college students known as the Greensboro Four conducted a peaceful sit-in 61 years ago that became defining moment in the civil rights movement.

All Novant Health Vaccination Sites Are Now Open To Walk-In Appointments

All Novant Health vaccination sites are now open to walk-in appointments, as supply allows. You do not have to be a Novant Health patient to make an appointment. If you already have a vaccine appointment, you are able to walk in or reschedule for earlier vaccination.