The CMPD is investigating a deadly shooting on Trinity Road, where an individual was found deceased. The Homicide Unit is leading the effort, seeking community assistance for information.

An explosion in Salisbury injured 12 firefighters at a house fire. The cause remains unknown; however, injuries are non-life-threatening. Two dogs died, and eight people were displaced.

Kannapolis' Annual Christmas Parade saw local groups win awards for originality, creativity, and presentation in various categories, with A.L. Brown JV and Varsity Cheerleaders taking top school honors.

Laketta Shunta English was arrested for a fatal hit-and-run in Gastonia that killed Cody Cochran and injured another. She faces charges and is held on $500,000 bond.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police arrested four people and seized stolen firearms on Northlake Mall Drive following a report of suspicious activity. Charges include a weapon of mass destruction and conspiracy to commit motor vehicle theft.

Dominic Connelly, a fugitive wanted for murder and attempted murder, was arrested after a manhunt, with law enforcement collaboration highlighted in the FBI's announcement.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police arrested two individuals and seized various narcotics, including methamphetamine and GHB, after a traffic stop led to a raid on Daniel Stout's hotel room.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department held the first round of its inter-departmental dog competition termed "OFFICER GOOD BOI: AIRPORT EDITION," and five dogs moved to the semi-finals.

Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page is challenging state Sen. Phil Berger for his seat, despite President Trump's endorsement of Berger. Page is undeterred, aiming to defeat Berger in the North Carolina primary.

Kenyon Dobie, initially a stabbing victim, was later arrested for assaulting his pregnant girlfriend. His assaulter, Oscar Solarzano, is being held without bond.

Justin Tawse Brigham, ex-co-owner of Sycamore Brewing, was charged with statutory rape and other offenses. He's to divest from the company, with his wife taking full leadership.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police arrested repeat offender Xavier Derell Simms, seizing guns, drugs, and cash from a parking deck on Hawkins Street in a proactive policing operation.

Huntersville emphasizes the importance of protecting local trees through Tree Save Areas to maintain the town's natural beauty and environmental health, as per a civic announcement.