Charlotte, NC

Gastonia, NC

GASTONIA, N.C. — Police have identified the victim of a deadly shooting in Gastonia as 20-year-old Tyceria Alexander. On Tuesday, officers responded to a shooting call just before 4:30 p.m. When they arrived, they found Alexander deceased near Union Road and 12th Avenue. At this time, police have not...

Gastonia Police Continue Investigating Deadly Shooting on Union Road

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Officials have released the names of the two people that were shot and killed in east Charlotte on Sunday. The victims have been identified as 21-year-old Michael Brown Jr., and 16-year-old Jareese Florybert. Just after 9:30 p.m., Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department detectives were called to the 4400...

Deadly Shooting in East Charlotte, Victims Identified

North Carolina State

Waxhaw, NC

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Police are trying to locate an 85-year-old woman that was last seen driving in south Charlotte Monday morning. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says a Silver Alert has been issued for Rita Bauer Alejandro. She was last seen around 7 a.m. headed northbound on Rea Road. The family of Rita Alejandro is concerned for her safety. Police say she is possibly suffering from cognitive issues.

Police: Silver Alert Cancelled After 85-Year-Old Woman Found in Waxhaw

Gaston County, NC

GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — Police say they arrested a Gastonia man on several outstanding drug warrants. During the course of the investigation, police say they also seized 3,000 Fentanyl pills which have a street value of approximately $90,000, according to a news release. Elazja Gingles was charged with 13 counts related to trafficking Fentanyl in Gaston County, two counts of maintaining a vehicle for selling controlled substances, and was also served with an outstanding parole warrant.

Gastonia Man Arrested For Possessing 3,000 Fentanyl Pills, Charged With Drug Trafficking

Matthews, NC

MATTHEWS, N.C. – The Matthews Police Department responded to a shooting at the City Arcade on East Independence Boulevard at approximately 6:10 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies received reports of a man suffering from several gunshot wounds, according to a news release. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital.

Man Arrested After Parking Lot Shooting In East Charlotte

CHARLOTTE – CMPD’S Vision Zero task force scores crashes in the area by a KSI point system, also known as a “killed or seriously injured” score. The crashes with the highest total points tend to take place at three repeat intersections. Intersection KSI score. Wilkinson and...

Worst Intersections in Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) — Amélie’s French Bakery and Café announces the re-opening of their largest bakery, located in Uptown Charlotte. Amélie’s Uptown (380 S. College St.) is set to open at the end of May. “We’re thrilled to be back in Uptown! We...

Amélie’s French Bakery and Café Breaks Ground On Their Return To Uptown

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) — A Belmont, N.C. woman, with two prior federal embezzlement convictions, was sentenced to 57 months in prison for executing back-to-back fraud schemes, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Lisa Buza Hill, a/k/a Lisa Rollins-Hill, 43, will also have to serve three years under court supervision after she is released from prison.

Belmont Woman Sentenced To Federal Prison For Executing Back-To-Back Fraud Schemes In The Charlotte Area

Text SPARKY to 31403 by 10 AM Monday, April 3rd, for your chance to when a 2-in-1 smoke & fire alarm from Mister Sparky! Five winners will each receive 1 2-in-1 smoke & fire alarm!. For more information about Mister Sparky and the importance of smoke detectors in your home,...

Text2Win A 2-In-1 Smoke & Fire Alarm From Mister Sparky

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Could another iconic Charlotte restaurant be at risk of closing?. The “Bar-B-Q King” on Wilkinson Boulevard sits on land just put up for sale for more than $4 million. A real estate listing shows four parcels of property up for sale, including one currently...

Property Leased By Iconic “Bar-B-Que King” Restaurant Listed For Sale

Huntersville, NC

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Huntersville Town Commissioners have rejected plans to expand Birkdale Village. It comes after outcry in the community over traffic congestion in the area. Developers said it would have turned Birkdale into a true mixed-use development, by adding office space. But commissioners heard neighbors’ concerns, rejecting the...

Birkdale Village Expansion Rejected By Huntersville Town Commissioners

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — Since 1878, Charlotte has seen at least a trace of snowfall each winter. That ended this 2022-2023 winter season. Since 1878, there have been 11 seasons with a trace of snow. The highest snowfall totals came in 1959-1960 where 22.6” of snow fell. Charlotte...

The First Snowless Winter On Record In Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, NC — In this week’s Pet of the Week, CMPD Animal Care & Control is featuring a 9-week-old puppy! This puppy doesn’t have a name yet but has a lot of personality. She is ready to play at all times and will require training. If you...

Pet Of The Week: Meet This Adoptable Puppy

CHARLOTTE, N.C.– Singer LaTocha Scott-Bivens is known for her incredible voice and being a founding member of the R&B music group, “Xscape”. Scott-Bivens is launching a solo project entitled, “The Invitation“. The project is available on April 7th. The songs on the album are meant to give listeners a sense of hope and bring them closer to a higher power. Scott-Bivens says she’s even returning to reality television on a new Bravo show called “Queen’s of R&B”.

“Xscape” Member LaTocha Scott-Bivens Launches Inspirational Album

CHARLOTTE – Spring his officially here! That means it’s home improvement season, but before you hire a contractor John Matarese has an important warning, so you don’t waste your money.

Don’t Waste Your Money: Hiring the Right Contractor

Georgia State

Salisbury, NC

HOLLYWOOD, CA– In this morning’s “Talk, Truth, Tea”, ‘Living Single’s”, Erika Alexander is sharing her documentary about reparations with students at North Carolina HBCU’s. The film is called “The Big Payback“. Alexander will be heading to Livingstone College today after kicking off the debate series at Bennett College in Greensboro. The debate series was inspired by James Baldwin. The documentary focuses on the subject of reparations for African-Americans. Alexander challenges students on the need for reparations and whether or not they are truly necessary.

Talk, Truth, Tea: “Living Single’s” Erika Alexander Touring HBCU’S W/ “The Big Payback” Doc

CHARLOTTE – Pandemic shipping delays are pretty much a thing of the past. Store shelves are stocked again, and items you order arrive on time. John Matarese looks into why that is not always the case with amazon, so you don’t waste your money.

Don’t Waste Your Money: Amazon Shipping

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CMPD Investigating Homicide After Neighbors Find Body In Southwest Charlotte

CHARLOTTE — CMPD is investigating a homicide after a body was found in southwest Charlotte. Detectives were called to Choyce Avenue in Steele...

CMPD Investigating Homicide After Neighbors Find Body In Southwest Charlotte

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