Sources: CMPD chief decision made, announcement expected soon
The city of Charlotte has made its decision on the next Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department chief, multiple sources tell Channel 9’s Hunter Sáenz and Joe Bruno.
Charlotte Elementary School Named Top in North Carolina in New U.S. News Rankings
U.S. News & World Report dropped its 2026 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy in Charlotte grabbed the No. 1 spot among nearly 1,100 elementary schools across North Carolina. The charter school also snagged No. 2 among middle schools statewide. The...
Mother of Lyft driver killed in Charlotte says he’ll live on through organ donations
The mother of the man killed in a violent crime spree in Charlotte says her son will live on.
Officers seize drugs, guns in north Charlotte traffic stops
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – CMPD has seized multiple firearms and narcotics via traffic stops in north Charlotte. On Oct. 12, officers conducted a traffic stop on North Tryon Street. While conducting a weapon frisk, police said they located marijuana, MDMA, and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. The driver, 36-year-old...
On flight to Charlotte, toxic fumes got into cabin. Their lives changed forever.
Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez / Charlotte Observer " data-image-side="" class="hide-from-app" > Viewing this story in our app? Click here for a better experience on our website. Editor’s note: This story includes references to suicide, which may be distressing to some readers. For Sylvia Baird, Charlotte is the stuff of...
Charlotte mom concerned about paying for food without SNAP benefits
Grice's family received a letter saying their Section 8 housing may not be funded in December if the government doesn't reopen.
Bargain hunters save big with thrift store finds
The U.S. thrift store market is double what it was pre-pandemic, and as prices continue to rise, secondhand shopping can be a great way to save money.
Local restaurants step up to feed federal workers, families hit by government shutdown
Restaurants across North Carolina are offering free meals to federal workers and families affected by the government shutdown.
Charlotte family finds home after years in hotel rooms thanks to nonprofit
New furniture is just part of a lifeline for a Charlotte man who finally got permanent housing after years in hotel rooms.
9 Investigates: Crossing guards hit, killed near schools at alarming rate
Channel 9 is investigating a disturbing trend in the Carolinas and nationwide: crossing guards who are hired to protect kids are being hit by cars while on the job.
