Man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in southwest Charlotte stabbing
A man has pleaded guilty to stabbing his partner to death in what police believe was an act of domestic violence.
Three arrested in Gaston County meth trafficking sting
Three individuals, Daniel Scott Williams, Tyler Kent Stamey, and Andrew Tyler Peterson, have been arrested and charged with 21 counts of methamphetamine trafficking, as well as two additional counts of cocaine trafficking against Stamey.
Early morning fight ends with one person shot dead in north Charlotte: CMPD
Anyone with information is asked to call 704-432-8477 (TIPS) to speak with a CMPD homicide detective. To leave information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or charlottecrimestoppers.com.
Retail Giant SPAR Moving Entire Headquarters From Michigan to Charlotte
Has just announced plans to relocate its entire headquarters from Michigan to Charlotte. The company plans to move into its new space at 110 East Blvd. this October, bringing 75 employees with it. SPAR’s CEO, Mike Matacunas, said the city’s international airport, robust public transit system, and vibrant business...
Funeral to be held Friday for former assistant chief of Charlotte-Mecklenburg police
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A funeral was taking place Friday for Veronica “Vicki” Foster, a former assistant chief of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. A viewing was scheduled for 9 a.m.-11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 8 for Vicki Foster at First Baptist Church in Charlotte, located in Uptown. The funeral was...
Guns found in fanny pack at Butler High School belong to CMS administrator: Docs
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administrator is facing a felony charge after two firearms were discovered in his fanny pack on school property, according to Mecklenburg County court documents.
Third bat tests positive for rabies in Mecklenburg County, marking 6th case this year
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Another bat tests positive for rabies in Mecklenburg County, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control (ACC). On Wednesday, August 6, the ACC was notified by their liaison with the Mecklenburg County Department of Public Health that a rabies alert would be sent...
Charlotte man enters plea deal in fatal stabbing of 19-year-old woman
A Charlotte man has pleaded guilty in the fatal stabbing of a 19-year-old young woman who was killed just days before Christmas in 2023.
Police find stolen vehicle belonging to Charlotte church worship leader
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A stolen vehicle belonging to a Charlotte-based worship leader was found on Thursday afternoon in east Charlotte, according to Charlotte police. Police said on Thursday, Aug. 7, that they had found a blue 2016 Kia Soul that belonged to Molly Olson. Olson had her vehicle stolen...
Your704 Weekender: Here’s what’s happening in Charlotte Aug 8-10
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Charlotte.