A motorcyclist, Mycle Ryan Bruce, died on an I-85 off-ramp after his Harley-Davidson crashed and he was ejected. The ramp was closed for hours for investigation.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police apprehended Dontae Harrison for the murder of Demarcus Gerald after an FBI-led operation in Atlanta. Harrison will face charges and be extradited to Charlotte.

A former court clerk and youth volleyball coach in Mecklenburg County is accused of buying explicit materials of minors, using Instagram for transactions.

Sheriff Eddie Cathey defended hiring Deputy James Hampton, previously seen mishandling a K-9, citing Hampton's repentance and growth. The hiring decision was based on thorough checks and alignment with principles of grace and forgiveness.

Gaston County reports its 12th and 13th rabies cases of the year; a stray kitten and an aggressive raccoon tested positive, prompting community warnings and vigilance.

Gaston County Police are investigating Gabriel D. McSwain for sexual assault against a minor, facing multiple offenses, including statutory rape and child exploitation. He's held on a $500,000 bond.

A Charlotte man received a life sentence for the 2019 murder of Tyrena Inman, after a jury found him guilty of first-degree murder and firearm possession by a felon.

Two arrested after a high-speed chase in North Carolina involving a stolen Dodge Charger, multiple jurisdictions, and a collision with another vehicle.

Happy Puppy Universe in Charlotte was closed due to animal welfare violations and the death of 11 puppies; North Carolina authorities require documentation for sold pets, with potential fines for non-compliance.

Six models sue Charlotte nightclub, Jamaican Flava, for unauthorized use of their images in advertisements, alleging false advertising, misappropriation, and defamation.

An early morning shooting at a Monroe apartment complex left a 19-year-old injured; the suspect is at large. Police evacuated the complex and are investigating.

Maurice Hopkins pled guilty to a federal civil rights violation for threatening victims with hate speech and a firearm in a Charlotte pizza restaurant. He faces up to 10 years in prison.

A Chesterfield County Detention officer was charged for misconduct after showing an indecent photo to an inmate; he was fired after an internal probe.