Charlotte, Raleigh, Piedmont

CRIME March 11, 2023

NC EMT accused of sexually assaulting girl in ambulance, released on bail less than hour later

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in North Carolina say an EMT sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl while alone with her in the back of an ambulance.

US March 2, 2023

Apple abruptly closes North Carolina store following multiple shootings at mall

Apple announced its store at Northlake Mall in Charlotte, North Carolina would close permanently one day after the mall experienced its third shooting in less than three months.

Transportation December 1, 2022

North Carolina pilot who exited plane mid-flight died by accident: reports

The North Carolina Medical Examiner's Office said the death of a pilot who jumped from the plane he was co-piloting in July was an accident, according to reports.

North Carolina November 22, 2022

North Carolina authorities say two dead after TV news chopper crashes in Charlotte

Authorities said two people were killed Tuesday when a helicopter reportedly belonging to a local television station crashed near a North Carolina freeway.

North Carolina November 19, 2022

Raleigh Christmas parade halted, girl dies after being hit by vehicle

A Christmas parade in Raleigh, North Carolina, was interrupted by a tragic accident when an out-of-control vehicle struck a young girl. She later died.

CRIME November 9, 2022

North Carolina police chief slams judge for reducing repeat violent offender's bond from $2M to $50K

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings on Thursday took aim at a judge who lowered a repeat violent offender's bond from $2 million to $50,000.

Coronavirus October 15, 2022

North Carolina judge sends prospective juror to jail for refusing to wear mask in mask-optional courthouse

A North Carolina man was remanded to jail for refusing a judges order to wear a mask despite the lack of statewide or local mandates or laws.

Joe Biden October 14, 2022

Biden calls for gun control day after Raleigh shooting

President Biden released an official White House memo Friday demanding a comprehensive assault weapon ban in the wake of the fatal mass shooting in Raleigh, North Carolina.

ENTERTAINMENT October 13, 2022

Nelly surprises fan with Lesch-Nyhan syndrome by giving him jacket off his back

A video of rapper Nelly surprising a fan with Lesch-Nyhan syndrome at a recent concert has gone viral, in which the Grammy winner is seen giving the fan the jacket off his back

Nascar October 9, 2022

Christopher Bell advances in NASCAR playoffs with win at Roval; defending champ Kyle Larson eliminated

Christopher Bell scored a walk-off victory at the Roval at Charlotte Motor Speedway Sunday. He needed the win to lock in a position in the Round of 8.

Major League Soccer August 17, 2022

Charlotte FC announces plans for renovation of headquarters

Charlotte FC of the MLS has announced renovation plans for their facility. The facility will also create permanent jobs for 110 employees.