Homicide investigation underway after shooting in north Charlotte
After one person died in a shooting in north Charlotte, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide, according to a release from CMPD on Wednesday.
Senior quote at Union County high school sparks anger from Jewish community
McFadden said their relationship extended well beyond departmental boundaries. Child dies after getting hit by SUV in Gaston County. The collision happened on West Hudson Boulevard in Gastonia. ‘Smoky odor’ forces Delta airplane to make unplanned stop in Charlotte, airline says. Updated: 2 hours ago. Delta Air Lines...
Motorcyclist killed after hitting utility pole in northwest Charlotte, police say
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A motorcyclist was killed after hitting a utility pole in northwest Charlotte Friday morning, according to police. Marquise Stanley, 32, was identified as the victim. The wreck happened around 6:30 a.m. on Friday, May 23, along North Hoskins Road near Tennessee Avenue. Police said they were...
Family of Ardrey Kell student files slander lawsuit after fallout over fight
CHARLOTTE — The family of an Ardrey Kell student who was accused of attacking a girl during class in March has now filed a civil lawsuit against the girl and several public figures in Charlotte, accusing them of slander in the wake of the alleged fight. Channel 9 obtained...
Charlotte woman whose dog was stolen calls for reform in juvenile justice system
"This isn’t just a petty crime, this is cruel, deliberate and calculated behavior."
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Two charged for kidnapping 2-year-old in south Charlotte, court documents show
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Two people are facing multiple charges after allegedly kidnapping a 2-year-old in south Charlotte. Around 5:33 p.m. on May 26, police responded to a call for service in the 7900 block of Shady Oak Trail near South Blvd. Police on the scene were told that two people had taken […]
CMPD officer honored with new Hyundai for heroism during deadly ambush
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer who was injured during last year's deadly ambush in east Charlotte was honored as the latest Hyundai Hometown Hero, receiving a new vehicle and recognition for his heroic actions. Officer Justin Campbell, who has been with CMPD since 2023, was...
Man fatally struck while riding a lawn mower at night in northwest Charlotte, police...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Detectives are investigating after a man was fatally struck while riding a lawn mower at night in northwest Charlotte. Police responded to reports of an accident with injuries near the 5700 block of Freedom Drive, on May 20 around 9 p.m. When officers arrived, they found an...
Carowinds hit with new layoffs. Parent company cuts 10% of jobs at amusement parks
Full-time jobs at Carowinds were impacted by latest round of layoffs.
