A former Gastonia officer was sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after admitting she straw-purchased a 9mm and falsified ATF paperwork.

A Valdese driver faces felony and misdemeanor charges after a high-speed I-40 pursuit that topped 100 mph and ended in town. Court is set for March 26.

Johnathan Trent Thomas was sentenced to 15 months after recorded May 14, 2025 calls threatened ICE agents and CMPD officers; the judge also ordered two years of supervised release.

A Dallas man was arrested and charged with 12 felony counts after Gaston County Police say he downloaded and shared sexually exploitative images.

Cornelius police executed a March 10 search warrant and seized 26 firearms, including an altered Glock with a conversion switch, plus a large drug haul; one person was arrested.

Federal agents say a Raleigh man was arrested after an online child-exploitation probe led to the rescue of an infant. Authorities say multiple FBI offices and local partners are involved.

Dozens of fans say they paid resellers on social apps for Millennium Tour tickets outside Spectrum Center, then were denied at will call and left out money.

Two people were rushed to the hospital after a midday stabbing on Cove Creek Drive in northeast Charlotte; officials have released few details.

CMPD announced Tuesday that detectives are investigating a fatal crash in the Metro Division. Officials say details are limited as investigators process the scene.

A Charlotte trainer admitted to bribery and wire fraud in a federal point‑shaving probe that touched dozens of college games. Prosecutors say fixers paid players thousands and wagered millions.

Nine people were injured in a downtown Asheville shooting early Sunday; police have identified a person of interest and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Matthews police say a 24-year-old Charlotte man is wanted after an alleged assault and gun threat at an InTown Suites; warrants were issued Monday.

A person was critically wounded in a stabbing Monday night in northwest Charlotte; MEDIC says the victim was taken to an area hospital with life‑threatening injuries.