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A 37-year-old woman was fatally shot in Minneapolis Wednesday morning by an ICE agent as federal immigration officials conducted a sweeping operation in the city, Minnesota officials confirmed.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said at a press conference that he was "angry" at the presence of immigration officials in the city, but promised justice for the woman whom the Minneapolis City Council identified as Renee Nicole Good.

"We collect...

Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden dismissed a petition seeking his removal as a "smear campaign" on Tuesday before participating in a panel discussion about the county's closed juvenile detention center, as mounting questions about his leadership intersect with debates over juvenile justice policy.

The panel was convened to address misconceptions about why the detention center was closed, the challenges of reopening it, and ...

North Carolina Rep. Carla Cunningham and four former employees of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office have filed a petition to remove Sheriff Garry McFadden from office, alleging attempted extortion, corruption and more.

Along with Rep. Cunningham, former sergeant Marcia Crenshaw Hill, former chief deputy Kevin Canty, former captain Juan Delgado and former major Bryan Adams filed accusing the sheriff of misconduct, maladministra...

Panthers fans across the Queen City are celebrating after Carolina secured a spot in the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2017.

The Panthers secured the NFC South title Sunday thanks to a win by the Atlanta Falcons over the New Orleans Saints, a result that officially sent Carolina to the postseason and ended a years-long playoff drought.

Fans across Charlotte say the moment sparked a feeling they haven’t experienced in years. A...

 It’s game day in the Queen City as Wake Forest takes on Mississippi State on Friday night in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium.

Kickoff is set for 8 p.m., but the celebration starts hours earlier with FanFest, the official pregame party, running from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  

Fans can find the festivities along Mint and Graham streets, just outside the stadium, featuring live music, food and drinks, interactive games, and ...

Thousands celebrated a safe New Year's Eve at Truist Field. Charlotte rung in 2026 with fireworks and only a few incidents.

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One person is dead following a shooting near a restaurant in west Charlotte, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said.  

Officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call shortly before 2:30 a.m. near the Capitaine Bar & Grill on Rozzelles Ferry Road. Here, a victim was with multiple gunshot wounds, according to CMPD. 

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The NASCAR community is mourning the loss of a dedicated father who helped his son's NASCAR career flourish.

Dennis Hamlin, 75, died from injuries suffered in a fire on Blacksnake Road in Gaston County. The fire happened on Sunday. Hamlin was confirmed as the victim on Monday. Mary Lou Hamlin, Hamlin's wife, was critically injured in the fire.

Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/sports/motor/nascar/nascar-community-reacts-to-pass...

Two people were hospitalized in a fire at a Gaston County home belonging to the parents of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin.  

The fire happened at a home on Blacksnake Road northeast of Stanley. Officials initially said one person was trapped in the home. Two people were ultimately taken to the hospital from the scene. Their condition was not released.

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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a juvenile's death in west Charlotte.  

Officers responded to assist Medic at a call on Queen City Drive shortly before 1:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 26. First responders at the scene found a juvenile who wasn't breathing. Medic took the juvenile to a local hospital, where they died.

The police scene appears to be the Studios and Suites 4 Less motel along Queen City Drive, near the intersect...

Christmas morning often brings excitement, new gadgets and more screen time for kids. But child advocacy experts say as more children unwrap phones, tablets and gaming systems, families should also be talking about online safety before devices are powered on.

Mary Kathryn Elkins, director of healing services at Pat's Place Child Advocacy Center, said many apps designed for kids to connect and play games are increasingly being exploi...

For Tina Sykes-Mosley, Christmas Eve carries a bittersweet significance. It would have been her son Marcus's 34th birthday, but he was shot to death in 2020, leaving behind a child who will never celebrate another Christmas with him.

Now, Sykes-Mosley is channeling her grief into action, distributing holiday gifts to children who have lost parents or caregivers to gun violence, youngsters for whom the season brings painful reminders...

North Carolina House Republicans are demanding extensive records from Charlotte officials about violent crime, diversity initiatives, and immigration enforcement, claiming the city may be prioritizing "ideological initiatives" over public safety.

The House Oversight Committee sent letters on Dec. 19 to Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles, City Manager Marcus Jones, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson, and Charlotte Area Transi...

As the community continues to mourn the tragic plane crash in Statesville that claimed the lives of NASCAR veteran Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their children, and others, those closest to the family are reflecting on a legacy rooted in service, compassion, and love.

At Lake Norman Humane Society, where Greg and Cristina Biffle helped shape the organization from its earliest days, the loss is deeply personal.

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Seven people, including former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, were killed when a plane crashed at the Statesville Regional Airport on Thursday.  

Statesville Regional Airport confirmed an "aircraft incident" at approximately 10:15 a.m. Statesville officials confirmed the airport will be closed until further notice while investigators work to determine the cause of the crash and clear the scene.  

The families of the victims issued a join...

If your holiday flights out of Charlotte felt more expensive than usual, a new report suggests that’s not your imagination.

Airport workers and community advocates plan to rally Thursday, Dec. 18, at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, pointing to a new analysis that shows passengers flying nonstop out of CLT pay more than travelers at any other major airport in the country.

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Calls for emergency services have been released in connection with a stabbing on the CATS light rail in northeast Charlotte that left one person hurt earlier this month.

The calls reveal witnesses' perspectives of the situation and the aftermath of the scene. The stabbing happened on Friday, Dec. 5, on the CATS light near North Brevard Street and East 25th Street. Oscar Solorzano is accused of stabbing Kenyon Dobie, causing serious ...

An explosion at a home in Salisbury left at least 12 firefighters hurt on Monday.

The situation began on Laurel Street near North Long Street around 4:56 p.m., according to the Salisbury Police Department. Firefighters arrived and found a heavy fire at a home.

As firefighters worked to extinguish the fire, an explosion happened inside the home. The home's roof collapsed after the explosion. The explosion caused injuries to 11 Salisbu...

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred in east Charlotte early Monday morning.

Officers responded to a shooting on North Sharon Amity Road, near the intersection with Lynnville Avenue, around 3 a.m. on Monday. Medic initially transported the victim to Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center with life-threatening injuries, but the victim was later pronounced dead.

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