Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Praise Advantages of Aviation Unit in Public Safety Efforts
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has taken to social media to commend the contributions of its Aviation Unit, a team dedicated to providing aerial support during law enforcement operations. As highlighted in a post from CMPD News, the unit serves as a vital asset in maintaining public safety from a...
‘Where’s my money going?’: Homeowner disappointed insurance wouldn’t cover roof damage
A roofing company told a northeast Charlotte homeowner he had hail damage, but his insurance company denied the claim, leaving him frustrated and without repairs.
2 seriously injured in south Charlotte interstate crash
Two people were injured in a crash in south Charlotte late Friday night.
FBI claims ‘lone wolf’ teen inspired by ISIS was planning knives and hammers attack...
The FBI thwarted an ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve attack inside a grocery store in Charlotte, North Carolina, after the suspect revealed his alleged plans to undercover officers, prosecutors said. Christian Sturdivant, 18, was arrested and charged with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist...
Charlotte nonprofit preparing to serve more neighbors in 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Many people are counting their blessings to start the new year. For some, 2025 was full of challenges and fears about where they’d be able to get their next meal or basic needs. One Charlotte nonprofit says those challenges aren’t going away any time soon.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road closures in Uptown for Duke’s Mayo Bowl
Multiple road closures are currently in effect Friday around Bank of America Stadium ahead of this year’s Duke’s Mayo Bowl and FanFest events.
Felon arrested after police recover firearm, cocaine in Huntersville
Huntersville police arrested a 36-year-old man early New Year’s Day after officers responded to a woman asking for help during an unrelated traffic stop.
911 calls reveal moments before 2 Mint Hill officers shot, father killed during custody...
MINT HILL, N.C. — Newly released 911 calls reveal the moments leading up to a deadly shooting at a Mint Hill Edible Arrangements store that left two officers wounded and a man dead. The recordings, obtained by WCNC Charlotte, show a family member calling police on Friday, Dec. 26,...
Fire at Steele Creek shopping center causes $150,000 in damages
Crews responded around 1:45 a.m. to the Rivergate Shopping Center in the 14000 block of Steele Creek Road.
ALS diminished this legendary Charlottean’s body – but not his heart or his mind
As an accomplished distance runner who figured he logged some 120,000 miles in his lifetime, George Walker’s biggest claim to fame was shocking the competition with an underdog win at the 1986 Charlotte Observer Marathon. As a beloved teacher at Independence High School in Charlotte for more than 27 years, he...
