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Woman shot at Winston-Salem tavern; injuries life-threatening, police say
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A woman is suffering from life-threatening injuries as the result of a shooting at a tavern on Sunday morning, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department. At around 2:07 a.m. on Sunday, officers came to CB’s Tavern at 3870 Bethania Station Road after getting a report of a shooting. The victim, a […]
Man missing on Yadkin River: Doesn't resurface after saving struggling relatives
Authorities say a man made a daring rescue to help several family members who were struggling in a local river, but eventually slipped into the water himself, without resurfacing. Authorities are still searching for him, but as of 7 p.m., he had been missing for more than six hours. According to a statement from Major Scott Hudson, of the Surry County Sheriff’s Office, the man was able to help his family members get to safety before slipping under the water in an incident that happened...
Former SC officer charged with murder after shooting, killing Winston-Salem man outside Chick-fil-A
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A former police officer has been charged with murder after he allegedly shot and killed a man from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, outside of a Chick-fil-A in Summerville, South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, former Summerville Police Officer Anthony DeLustro, 64, is charged with murder in the death […]
Woman charged after officers found nearly 200 people at scene of fight in Winston-Salem
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A woman is facing charges after hundreds of people were on the scene of a fight in Winston-Salem. Winston-Salem police said around 6:40 p.m., Tuesday officers were called to the 1800 block of North Patterson Avenue about a fight with weapons. When officers arrived, they found nearly 200 people in the middle of the street. Due to the number of uncooperative people, additional officers were called to the scene.
Cicada mania: What to know about the 13-year emergence of Brood XIX (19)
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — While cicadas are causing a noisy ruckus in at least one South Carolina county, many are not yet awake in Western North Carolina. Why? It has to do with soil temperature. Once the temperature of the soil where the cicadas live at about 8" deep warms to a steady 64 degrees Fahrenheit, they'll start sounding off. Soil temperatures are already consistently warmer in South Carolina right now.
Winston-Salem’s favorite Mexican restaurant
When you first walk into Xcaret Mexican Grill and Cantina on Fourth Street, dozens of art pieces vie for your attention. Starburst piñatas cascade from the ceiling, 3-foot-tall masks depicting places from London to Mexico City command the walls and a swirling desert landscape on canvas announcing “Xcaret!” hangs in the back — lest you forget where you’re dining.
Power line repair shuts down Interstate 40 in Winston-Salem; 800 without power
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A power line repair has shut down Interstate 40 in Winston-Salem, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department. I-40 East is closed at Thomasville Road and I-40 West is closed at the 311/74 interchange. Northbound 311/I-74 traffic coming into Winston-Salem will be shut down prior to the Westbound I-40 ramp. The closure […]
1 killed in 3-vehicle collision on University Parkway, Winston-Salem Police Department says
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A man has died following a three-vehicle collision, according to officers with the Winston-Salem Police Department. On Thursday around 5:22 p.m., police said they responded to a traffic crash in the 1200 block of University Parkway. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.
Northwest Middle School students facing charges for violent threats, deputies say
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A Northwest Middle School student is being charged after making violent threats against the school in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County deputies said. Deputies said social media posts were shared and threatening acts of violence were made against the school. The student can't be identified due to their age. They have been charged with one count of communicating threats of mass violence on school property.
Browns Summit family wants justice for 2-month-old killed in crash
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A family is demanding justice after a 2-month-old died in a crash earlier this month. The driver of the car is now facing charges, including second-degree murder. Five people were in the car, including two adults and three minors. One was 2-month-old Taiwan Outlaw, who died after the crash. The crash happened in […]
Take a local stand against human trafficking
The public is invited to attend a community discussion to raise awareness of human trafficking. Hope for Justice https://hopeforjustice.org and Life in the Word Church with Pastor Eddie Scott will host a Human Trafficking Awareness Event on Saturday, May 18, at Life in the Word Church located at 176 Meadow Drive in Lexington. The event will begin at 1:00 p.m. and last until 2:30 p.m.
Man pleaded guilty to 2017 Winston-Salem murder, district attorney says
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A man has been sentenced to 22.5 years in prison Thursday after he pleaded guilty to the murder of a Winston-Salem father, according to the district attorney. Back in 2017, Winston-Salem police said Dontrell Warren was shot outside a home on E. 23rd Street. Six years...
Yadkin Historical Society to show 'Two Soldiers' on May 7
The Yadkin County Historical and Genealogical Society and the Yadkin Arts Council will host a showing of “Two Soldiers”, a 2004 Oscar award-winning movie filmed in and around Yadkin County, at its regular membership meeting in the Willingham Theater at the Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main Street, Yadkinville, on Tuesday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m. Filmed in 2004 at locations in Yadkinville and Winston-Salem, this 40-minute film is based on a short story by the same name written by William Faulkner. It concerns...
Woman sentenced to life in prison after man found bound, gagged in Winston-Salem died, prosecutors say
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A woman was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday after a man who was bound with electrical cords and gagged with a sock was found dead in 2018, according to the Office of Forsyth County District Attorney James O’Neill. A Forsyth County jury returned unanimous guilty verdicts against Lessie Denise […]
Local Girl Scouts Troop plants vegetable garden to combat food deserts in the Winston-Salem community
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A local Girl Scout troop is earning their badges for providing the community with access to fresh food. Girl Scout Troop 13394 is planting a vegetable garden at Central Terrace United Methodist Church in Winston-Salem. They're calling it, the "Selfless Summer Project." Get the latest news...
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