Veteran paralayzed in CATS bus attack calling for increased security
James Godfrey feels forgotten by Charlotte city officials after he was attacked on a CATS bus six months ago. It left the homeless Navy veteran paralyzed.
What to know about TikTok, its algorithm, and the US-China deal to keep it running
China signaled it will let a divested TikTok keep its algorithm as U.S. and Chinese officials work on a deal to shift the app to American ownership and address security concerns.
New Lawsuit accuses City of Charlotte of negligence in fatal transit center shooting
The family of a man shot and killed at Charlotte's Transit Center says more should have been done to keep the area safe. A new lawsuit accuses the City of Charlotte and Professional Police [Security] Services of negligence leading to death.
Fox News' Brian Kilmeade apologizes for saying mentally ill homeless people should be executed
Fox News Channel host Brian KilmeadeΒ apologized on SundayΒ for advocating for the execution of mentally ill homeless people in a discussion on the network last week, saying his remark was βextremely callous.β
Trump calls on all NATO countries to stop buying Russian oil, threatens 50% to 100% tariffs on China
President Donald Trump says he believes the Russian-Ukraine war would end if all NATO countries stopped buying oil from Russia and placed tariffs on China of 50% to 100% for its purchases of Russian petroleum.
Fired MCSO employee sues Sheriff Garry McFadden for wrongful termination
Dr Angelia Riggsbee was fired last November by Sheriff Garry McFadden. Ten months later, the former MCSO business operations director is fighting back.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing became more political, opposed activist's views, authorities say
A 22-year-old Utah man who was booked on murder charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk held deep disdain for the conservative activistβs provocative viewpoints and indicated to a family member that he was responsible for the shooting.
Governor Stein Announces Standing Orders to Increase Access to COVID-19 Vaccines
To increase access to safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for those who so choose, Governor Josh Stein earlier today directed the State Health Director, Dr. Larry Greenblatt, to issue Standing Orders if, in his medical judgment, it advances the public health.
State Audit: Public funds used for $305K CMPD settlement, City of Charlotte recommended to improve transparency
The report was conducted to determine the circumstances and sources of funding for the initially undisclosed $305,000 payment to CMPD Chief Jennings from the City of Charlotte.
Trump says heβll send National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns
PresidentΒ Donald TrumpΒ said Friday heβllΒ send the National GuardΒ to address crime concerns in Memphis with support from the mayor and Tennesseeβs governor, his latest test of the limits ofΒ presidential powerΒ by using military force in American cities.
Charlie Kirk's killer blended in on Utah university campus, and a high-powered rifle is recovered
The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not yet been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they recovered a high-powered rifle.
Charlotte mayor Vi Lyles secures Democratic nomination despite political fallout of train killing
Charlotte mayor Vi Lyles secured a comfortable win in a primary election despite days of intense backlash following the deadly stabbing of a young Ukrainian woman on a commuter train.
Musk loses crown as world's richest to software giant Larry Ellison in new Bloomberg ranking
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison wrested the title of the world's richest man from longtime holder Elon Musk early Wednesday, according to wealth tracker Bloomberg, as stock in his software giant rocketed more than a third in a stunning few minutes of trading.
Federal Transit Administration launches investigation into CATS' security spending & safety plans following deadly stabbing of Ukrainian refugee on Charlotte light rail
The investigation will review the transit agency's security spending, safety plans, and ongoing risks to operators and customers being assaulted on the system, according to a news release.
Election Results
View the results from the September 9, 2025 Mecklenburg County Primary Election.
Justice Department charges suspect in deadly light rail stabbing with federal crime
The suspect in the deadly light rail stabbing in Charlotte faces a new federal charge connected to the attack, according to the Justice Department.
New data shows the US job market was much weaker than thought in 2024, and this year as well
The U.S. job market was much weaker in 2024 and early this year than originally reported, adding to concerns about the health of the nation's economy.
President Trump weighs in on deadly light rail stabbing, new safety measures planned
The brutal murder of a woman on Charlotte's Light Rail Train is now getting national attention with President Trump weighing in. Close to two weeks after the murder, Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is announcing new safety measures after initially seeming to defend the suspect.
Deadly Light Rail stabbing in Charlotte gets attention of President Trump and other top officials
President Trump sent his love to the family of a 23-year-old war fled Ukrainian who was stabbed to death on a commuter train in Charlotte.
Supreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops set after agents swept up US citizens
The conservative majority lifted a restraining order from a judge who found that roving patrols were conducting indiscriminate stops in and around Los Angeles.
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