Charlotte man Osco Jackson sentenced to over five years for illegal firearm possession as a felon, including a prior violent and drug conviction history.

A historic Charlotte school catches fire for the second time in less than three weeks amid plans to repurpose it into a mixed-use development. No injuries reported, cause under investigation.

Demetry Rorie, 22, was arrested by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police for a homicide in Steele Creek. Rorie, already under electronic monitoring, faces murder and other charges. The investigation is ongoing and the public is urged to provide information.

Rico Pagan from Gastonia was arrested again for animal cruelty and dogfighting after police found ill dogs on his lot, despite a ban from owning dogs following a 2021 incident.

Recently deported man, Jankly Omar Sarmiento-Korea, was arrested in Iredell County after attempted carjackings and a confrontation with police on Interstate 77.

Two people died in a Charlotte house fire worsened by hoarding, which hindered firefighting efforts. One resident escaped; one firefighter was injured but will recover. The blaze is under investigation.

Monroe Police search for a burglary suspect caught on camera during a home invasion on Wind Chime Court. The suspect, wearing a "Game Recognize Game" t-shirt, fled before police arrived.

Dakoda Michael Drake, 27, received a prison sentence for involuntary manslaughter, delivery of a Schedule I substance, and probation violation in a death by distribution case involving a fentanyl overdose.

A fire on Interface Lane in Charlotte was contained to a balcony, displacing two residents and causing $11,000 in damages; it was an accidental fire caused by hot embers.

Two individuals died in a head-on collision in Burke County, North Carolina. Gregory Huffman and Charles Kistler Jr. were the victims. Speed and lack of seatbelt use were contributing factors.

Police seek help finding Doris Gutierrez, 66, missing since February 9 in Charlotte with possible cognitive impairment. She wore a white shirt and blue jeans.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in northwest Charlotte after a verbal altercation escalated to gunfire, resulting in one man's death.

CMPD identified homicide victim Brianye Copeland, 27, and arrested Kristopher Sinclair, 38, for the murder. The investigation is ongoing and CMPD seeks public assistance.