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 activist’s 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 he’ll send National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns
President Donald Trump said Friday he’ll send the National Guard to address crime concerns in Memphis with support from the mayor and Tennessee’s governor, his latest test of the limits of presidential power 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.
How Donald Trump is weaponizing the government in his second term to settle personal scores
President Donald Trump, once a casino owner and always a man in search of his next deal, is fond of a poker analogy when sizing up partners and adversaries.
Elon Musk in line for $1 trillion pay package if Tesla hits aggressive goals over next 10 years
Tesla CEO Elon Musk could be in line for a payout of $1 trillion if his electric car company meets a series of extremely aggressive targets over the next 10 years, according to documents released by the company.
Trump will seek 'Department of War' rebrand for Pentagon
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order to rebrand the Department of Defense as the Department of War.
Trump's Fed nominee says he'd keep his White House job even if confirmed by the Senate
Stephen Miran, President Donald Trump’s pick to join the Federal Reserve board, says he'd remain a White House employee even if the Senate confirms him to fill an unexpired term at the central bank. Miran made the disclosure at a Senate hearing Thursday.
SNAP, crackle....stop? South Carolina Governor moves to ban junk food from SNAP program
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster wants candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages banned from SNAP program.
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