CMPD investigating homicide in south Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in south Charlotte Friday evening.
City leaders announce new initiatives to combat crime in Uptown Charlotte
City officials and business leaders in Charlotte said they are taking steps to combat crime in Uptown, a push they said will address real concerns and counter public perceptions that the central business district is no longer safe. At a news conference on Wednesday, city officials, including Mayor Vi Lyles...
Company accused of preying on aspiring Black business owners will close or face $2M...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A West Charlotte storefront that once symbolized hope for a Haitian immigrant now sits dark, locked, and empty. The shell of what once was The Queens Beauty Supply and Fragrances is now a symbol of Marjorie Stewartson's shattered dream. "I still can't believe it happened to...
CMS employee charged with attempted murder, accused of poisoning ex
An employee with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has been charged with attempted murder.
New video shows chaos as woman waves gun inside north Charlotte Family Dollar
A new video shows the chaos inside a north Charlotte Family Dollar as a woman threatens shoppers with a gun.
AT&T Connected Learning Center Opens In Charlotte With Free Laptops, Internet
Thanks to a partnership with AT&T, a new Connected Learning Center opened Tuesday in uptown Charlotte. Based at the Urban League of Central Carolinas' West 5th Street building, this free hub gives locals access to computers and internet service. "The AT&T collaboration with the Urban League of the Central Carolinas'...
Crews respond to emergency situation at Charlotte airport
A plane was escorted on the tarmac by first responders in an emergency response at Charlotte Douglas Airport Friday morning.
Charlotte woman turns pain into purpose with revamped stage play
Carolyn Caldwell didn’t set out to write a play. When she recorded a gospel single, “A Coat of Many Colors,” and filmed a music video with a short skit about domestic abuse, she figured she’d hire someone to expand it into a full stage play. That’s...
Charlotte non-profit steps in to provide homes for women in need
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Women have become one of the fastest-growing groups among the homeless population. Homeless shelters are a temporary solution to housing insecurity, but what happens after that? A local organization is elevating their mission by creating long term safe places for women in need to call home.
Company slashing jobs in Charlotte exit
A global manufacturer is shuttering its Charlotte facility and relocating those operations to South Carolina, impacting more than 170 local workers.
