Local nonprofit launches street psychiatry program
A Home for All, a housing initiative powered by United Way, is providing psychiatric care to those who lack access to it—unhoused people in Mecklenburg County. Why it matters: At least 2,415 Mecklenburg County residents were counted as homeless as of April 30, according to data released today. Wellness...
Our People: DJ Spinn is still making people dance after almost 40 years
Danish author Hans Christian Andersen has frequently been quoted for saying, “Where words fail music speaks.” If there’s one person who knows this to be true it would DJ. Spinn. Born Kenneth Russell, DJ Spinn has been a Charlotte resident for almost four decades and a HOUSEhold name for many who still fondly remember...
Stowaway identified after body was found on American Airlines plane
CMPD identified the person found dead on an American Airlines plane at Charlotte-Douglas Airport late last month.
Police hunt for murder suspect after apparent legal hiccup releases him from jail
Charles Anthony Boatwright is wanted in connection to a murder in Baltimore.
Murder suspect back in jail after judge revokes bond
The family of Robert Murphy is relieved now that the man accused of murdering him is back in jail.
Gaston woman says scammers took her rent money using convincing jail payment scheme
After receiving a call that appeared to come from the Gaston County Jail, she put money in an app to get her son out of jail.
Galleria Mall shooting victim to face charges, police say
The Rock Hill Police Department is investigating a shooting Friday afternoon at the Galleria Mall.
Brothers in Blue: Gastonia K-9 reunites with sibling working in MD
Two brothers had a special reunion during a police training exercise.
Charlotte Community Mourns as Two Pedestrians Fatally Struck in Separate Incidents on City Streets
Tragedy struck twice with the loss of life on the streets of Charlotte, with officials and witnesses grappling to come to terms with the circumstances. A young man, identified as 23-year-old Darian Ivan Gueta-Macias, lost his life after being struck by a car while crossing South Tryon Street, reported QC News....
Matthews Police Advise Residents in Social Media Campaign, “Lock It or Lose It” to...
As cases of theft continue to vex communities, the Matthews Police Department is taking to social media to share a piece of advice that's as straightforward as it is old-fashioned: "Lock It or Lose It!" In an easily overlooked daily routine, the department urges the public to secure their cars and belongings before...
