Charter school turmoil in Rock Hill as account reportedly drained, most of board quits
A York County charter school that had a parent walkout last year now will be operated by its South Carolina charter sponsor after the management organization that had been running Ascent Classical Academy of Fort Mill pulled out this week. The school’s account was drained, according to officials and organizational public statements. The money was taken out of its bank accounts and all but...
CMPD officer arrested, charged with DWI in Stanly County
An officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department was arrested and charged with DWI in Stanly County, according to a release.
CMPD: 1 hurt in University City shooting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after a person was shot in University City on Thursday night.
Charlotte man faces felony charges after prank turned violent
A Charlotte man is behind bars after police say he fired 3 shots into a car with five people inside.
Charlotte man gets nearly three years in prison for stolen check scheme valued at...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A Charlotte man was sentenced Thursday for his role in a scheme involving stolen checks, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Tyrell DeShaun Pace, 32, was sentenced to 35 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release. On Aug. 29, 2025, Pace pleaded guilty to three […]
CMPD identifies twin brothers charged in Uptown Charlotte horse chaos
According to CMPD, Deven Moore and Desmon Moore were taken into custody following the April 3 incident. Both face charges, including disorderly conduct and resisting a public officer.
Two women get prison for stealing $71,300 from bank accounts across state
MISSOULA, Mont. — The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Montana announced that two women from Charlotte, North Carolina were sentenced after admitting to bank fraud and identity theft tied to stolen customer information. April Lynn Turner-Gross, 39, pleaded guilty in October 2025 to one count of bank...
York County rally fuels debate over Silfab Solar safety amid chemical spill concerns
YORK COUNTY, S.C. — A community rally over the Silfab Solar facility in York County has ended, but the debate over the solar manufacturer's future — and its impact on surrounding neighborhoods — shows no signs of cooling down. Manufacturing operations at the facility remain paused following...
WCNC Archives: 2001 Van Brett Watkins Interview
From the WCNC Charlotte Archives: In February 2001, reporter Ann Sheridan has a prison interview with hitman Van Brett Watkins.
🏭 Multiple Manufacturing Jobs in Mecklenburg County – Up to $31/hr
Manufacturing is buzzing in Mecklenburg County right now, with several solid openings for folks who like hands‑on, technical work. Whether you’re a seasoned CNC pro or just starting out in assembly, there’s something here worth a look.

















