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First threat for accumulating snow in the North Carolina mountains

The winds increased, temperatures dropped and a light snow developed Thursday morning and is forecast to continue on and off through Friday night.

Crime

CMPD raids northeast Charlotte arcade after neighbor complaints

A SWAT raid busted an illegal gambling arcade following numerous complaints about violence in northeast Charlotte, CMPD said.

Money

Yes, the average Thanksgiving meal this year is more affordable than last year

Cheaper turkey prices nationwide have helped the overall cost of a Thanksgiving dinner come down from a record high in 2022.

VERIFY

No, Mecklenburg County commissioners cannot impeach the sheriff

The law states if there are grounds for removal, that would go through the judicial system rather than a decision by a county board of commissioners.

Crime

Man suspected of taking photos up woman's skirt at Gastonia department store, police say

It reportedly happened at a TJ Maxx location.

Helene

Hub of Hope: Ashe County family ditches profits to assist Helene survivors

When Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, one family's business shifted its focus to an inspirational mission of survival and support.

Helene

Baxter International releases first IV product after Helene

It's not clear when production levels will be restored to pre-Helene levels.

Nation World

Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for attorney general, averting confirmation battle in the Senate

Gaetz’s withdrawal is a blow to Trump’s push to install steadfast loyalists in his incoming administration.

Holidays

Speedway Christmas 2024: Dates, times and admission info

Charlotte Motor Speedway's annual holiday spectacular has 5 million lights stretched along 4 miles.

Crime

'Ludicrous': Activist calls on sheriff to drop charges against man in deadly dog attack

Civil rights activist John Barnett is fighting to remove Chantell Ross' charges, promising video evidence proving his innocence.

Firefighter hurt battling house fire in east Charlotte; officials said blaze set intentionally

Fire intentionally set at east Charlotte house; firefighter hurt while battling blaze

A firefighter was hurt while battling a blaze at an east Charlotte house. Officials said the flames were intentionally lit

Man wanted for Lancaster homicide arrested in South Carolina

Sept. 2024 homicide suspect now in custody, Lancaster police say

Lancaster homicide suspect arrested more than 2 months later, police say

Colder air has arrived across the Carolinas, snow in the mountains

The Pacific Northwest is recovering from the bomb cyclone. Here's when the next system arrives

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Inspection forces Charlotte preschool to close its doors

First threat for accumulating snow in the North Carolina mountains

CMPD raids northeast Charlotte arcade after neighbor complaints

Yes, the average Thanksgiving meal this year is more affordable than last year

Man wanted for Lancaster homicide arrested in South Carolina

Sept. 2024 homicide suspect now in custody, Lancaster police say

Lancaster homicide suspect arrested more than 2 months later, police say

No, Mecklenburg County commissioners cannot impeach the sheriff

Man suspected of taking photos up woman's skirt at Gastonia department store, police say

Hub of Hope: Ashe County family ditches profits to assist Helene survivors

Baxter International releases first IV product after Helene

Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for attorney general, averting confirmation battle in the Senate

Speedway Christmas 2024: Dates, times and admission info

'Ludicrous': Activist calls on sheriff to drop charges against man in deadly dog attack

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