A prank call reportedly led a man to follow and fire into a car on Freedom Drive; no one was hurt and the suspect now faces multiple felony counts.

Two inmates were charged after prosecutors say they used a bottle cap to jam open a cell and brutally attack another detainee at the Gaston County Jail.

One person was found dead after a house fire in Granite Falls; investigators are probing the cause.

Charlotte Fire Department says Engine 7 battled a heavy structure fire early Friday on the 3000 block of Dalecrest Drive; officials are on scene.

CMPD posted an alert about an assault-with-a-deadly-weapon investigation in University City; investigators are asking for tips and video from residents.

A federal judge sentenced an armed felon to more than eight years after prosecutors say he fired rounds into an occupied Charlotte apartment; ATF Charlotte and CMPD assisted.

A CMPD officer was arrested in Locust and charged with DWI and an expired registration. CMPD Internal Affairs has opened a probe and placed the officer on unpaid leave.

A motorcyclist identified as Nelson Lee Graves was killed after a pickup truck ran a red light and struck his Harley at Stallings Road and Guion Lane; police are investigating.

Lincoln County deputies say the treasurer of Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church was arrested after investigators allege roughly $80,000 was diverted from the congregation’s account.

A Statesville homeowner surprised a camouflaged intruder loading items into a pickup; deputies arrested three people after a K‑9 and drone search.

A former Fort Bragg civilian from Wagram was arrested and indicted after prosecutors say she shared classified tactics and procedures with a journalist.

Eight newborn puppies were left in a box at a Gaston County shelter's old building and were rescued hours later. Officials say the litter needs intensive care as they investigate.

A viral clip shows a loose horse struck by a car in Uptown Charlotte on Friday; two men were arrested and authorities are reviewing animal‑control rules.