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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A deputy in Iredell County shot a man with an edged weapon outside a Family Dollar store following a welfare check. The suspect is stable; an investigation is underway.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The westbound lane of Ninth Ave NW at 17th St NW near the DMV will be closed on July 8-9 for storm drain work.
Concord, NC fire department rapidly extinguished a residential fire on Rockingham Ln SW, with no reported injuries.
Charlotte teen with multiple serious charges, including attempted murder, was released on house arrest, sparking debates on juvenile justice and safety.
Community & Society in ...
Concord, North Carolina invites residents to join Concord 101, a free program starting in 2025 designed to educate about local governance and enhance community engagement.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a fatal shooting on Merrick Street, with detectives and Crime Scene Search actively gathering evidence.
Politics & Govt in ...
Union County Government offices, libraries, Waste and Recycling Centers, and the Public Health Dental Clinic will close on July 4th; Cane Creek Park remains open.
Herbert J. Wilson died in a car crash in Belmont, NC. Talyiah Ade Staton was charged in connection with the incident, facing several offenses. The Belmont Police investigated, aided by Gastonia Police.
A man was found dead in a south Charlotte swimming pool; initially thought to involve alcohol, later ruled a sudden natural death. Investigations continue to determine the cause.
A 9-month-old in NC is hospitalized after a drug overdose and dog attack, tended by firefighters. The mother is charged with child abuse; investigations are ongoing.
Terry Sherwood Slade, with past convictions, gets over 15 years for robberies and illegal firearm possession after pleading guilty to related charges.
Sports in ...
Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium hosts FC Bayern Munich vs. S.L. Benfica for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, boosting the local economy and attracting international fans.
A landscaper threw an unauthorized party at a home in Weddington, NC, while the owners were away, even charging entry. Deputies responded to noise complaints, and the man faced multiple charges.
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