Charlotte Firefighters Extinguish Uptown Home Blaze in 22 Minutes, No Injuries Reported
Charlotte firefighters extinguished a house fire in Uptown on Sunday, with no injuries reported due to functional smoke alarms. The fire started from a seized compressor motor in a chest freezer, causing over $80,000 in damages.
Suspect Adam Latif Mercado Charged in Monroe Double Homicide of Matthew Moody and James Wallace
Monroe Police confirm a double homicide with victims Matthew Moody and James Wallace; suspect Adam Mercado arrested and charged. Investigation continues, with public urged to provide information.
Gastonia Police Arrest Two in Connection with Neglect-Related Death on Green Brook Trail
Arrest made in connection to the neglect-related death of Aaliyah Fortner, as Gastonia Police charge Marlo Wallace and Vera Williams with various offenses, including concealment of death and patient abuse. Investigation ongoing.
Hickory Man Charged with Trafficking Cocaine and Illegal Firearms Possession Following Catawba County Traffic Stop
Catawba County Sheriff's Office arrested Ta'Shawn Byrd, finding 291 grams of cocaine and firearms in his vehicle and apartment. He faces multiple charges including drug trafficking.
Man Fatally Struck on US 70 in Morganton as Driver Faces No Charges and Pedestrian Impairment Is Suspected
Japheth Jesse Obanner, 29, was fatally struck by a vehicle in Burke County. The incident involved him wearing dark clothing on an unlit road and possibly being impaired. The driver, Joan Marie Carter, 75, was not charged.












