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A memorial appeared in front of home in York that caught fire over the weekend, killing three.

Father, 2 children die in York Co. house fire, family says

Updated: 31 minutes ago

By WBTV Web Staff and Lowell Rose

A memorial featuring balloons, stuffed animals and flowers was displayed in front of the home.

Mecklenburg County

Pepper spray was used during a fight on a bus heading to Ranson Middle School in north Charlotte.

CMS: Pepper spray used during fight on middle school bus

Updated: 2 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The fight broke out on a bus heading to Ranson Middle School on Tuesday morning.

Crime

Report: Vase holding human ashes stolen from car in Gastonia

Updated: 3 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

No other information was immediately available.

Rowan County

The town sustained more than $10,000 in uninsured disaster-related damages, an assessment...

NC Gov. Cooper signs disaster declaration for Town of Landis following tornado

Updated: 4 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The Town of Landis was hit by an EF-1 tornado on Aug. 7.

Iredell County

A 78-year-old was killed when he drove off the road and hit a tree on Monday afternoon.

Man killed in Iredell County crash after pickup truck runs off road, hits tree

Updated: 4 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The crash happened on Tabor Road near Speaks Road on Monday afternoon.

News

The woman died after being shot on Valeview Lane in north Charlotte on Dec. 17, 2022.

2 charged in 20-year-old woman’s 2022 murder in north Charlotte

Updated: 4 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff and Erica Lunsford

Police said 20-year-old Ceyonna Morris died at Atrium CMC Main after being shot in a residential area on Valeview Lane,

Rowan County

Gavin Tyler White, 31, is originally from Dover, DE.

Salisbury Police seeking help to find missing man

Updated: 4 hours ago

By David Whisenant

Police in Salisbury are asking for the public’s help to find a missing man who may be suffering from medical issues.

Crime

Roderick Xavier Crawford, 41, was charged on September 28.

Man convicted in 2009 murder in Union Co. now charged with having gun in Rowan Co.

Updated: 6 hours ago

By David Whisenant

A man who served 15 years in prison after being convicted of second degree murder in Union County in 2009 now faces new charges in Rowan County.

Sports

A four-pack of cars representing Kevin Harvick’s legendary racing career will be on display in...

Charlotte Motor Speedway to honor Kevin Harvick with tributes in final start

Updated: 6 hours ago

By David Whisenant

In recognition of his legendary career, Charlotte Motor Speedway will pay tribute to one of NASCAR’s most iconic drivers, Kevin Harvick, ahead of the Bank of America ROVAL™ 400, his final start at America’s Home for Racing.

Crime

During the execution of the search warrant, police say they discovered a substantial amount of...

Juvenile arrested for drug and gun charges in Statesville

Updated: 6 hours ago

By David Whisenant

A juvenile has been charged on drugs and gun offenses, according to a report from Statesville Police.

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Cabarrus County

Cabarrus Health Alliance, Cabarrus County, honored at recent conference

Updated: 6 hours ago

By David Whisenant

Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA) staff, programs, and community partners walked away big winners at this year’s North Carolina Public Health Association (NCPHA) fall conference last week.

Sports

Qatar looms as next challenge for Kannapolis-based Haas F1 Team

Updated: 7 hours ago

By David Whisenant

The Kannapolis-based MoneyGram Haas F1 Team’s 2023 FIA Formula 1 World Championship campaign will continue with Round 18, the Qatar Grand Prix, at the Lusail International Circuit.

National

Woman seriously hurt after being trapped under robotaxi in California, same cars seen in NC

Updated: 7 hours ago

By CBS News and WBTV Web Staff

Cruise self-driving vehicles were spotted on the streets of Charlotte in August.

Education

New plans approved for Knox Middle, Overton Elementary Schools in Rowan Co.

Updated: 7 hours ago

By David Whisenant

A new plan has now been approved by the Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education concerning the now closed Knox Middle School and Overton Elementary School.

South Carolina

Lottery ticket sold in South Carolina wins $2 million in Powerball drawing

Updated: 8 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing is estimated to be $1.2 billion.

Education

‘Our safety protocols worked’: Chester Co. superintendent assures safety after recent fights

Updated: 8 hours ago

By Mary Calkins

The school board met Monday to discuss potential changes after fights involved non-students last week.

Mecklenburg County

Crews respond to wastewater overflow in south Charlotte

Updated: 15 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

Charlotte Water said about 2,400 gallons reached Sugar Creek in the Catawba River Watershed.

Mecklenburg County

Carter Work Project and country music stars building 27 homes in west Charlotte

Updated: 17 hours ago

By Lowell Rose

Country music stars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood are hosting the event this year.

South Carolina

How SC is working to ensure rural counties play a role in economic development surge

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Mary Green

South Carolina is in the midst of an economic development boon, as companies vow to spend billions of dollars in capital investment and create thousands of new jobs.

Community

Right Moves For Youth celebrates 35 years

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Dedrick Russell

Charlotte nonprofit Right Moves For Youth is celebrating its 35th anniversary.

North Carolina

Cooper signs seven bills, lets three become law and vetoes two others

Updated: 21 hours ago

By WECT Staff

Governor Roy Cooper on Monday announced updates on twelve different bills on which he made decisions.

Traffic

Tractor-trailer overturns in crash, spills trash on I-77 in Charlotte

Updated: 21 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The crash happened on I-77 North near the Westinghouse Boulevard exit.

South Carolina

Police searching for man accused of robbing Fort Mill bank

Updated: 21 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

Officers said the man robbed a First Citizens Bank on Friday afternoon.

Cabarrus County

Road closed due to walkway creating safety concerns in Cabarrus Co.

Updated: 21 hours ago

By David Whisenant

The walkway over Old Charlotte Road near a juvenile detention center is creating safety concerns.

Crime

Kershaw man accused of having, distributing child sexual abuse materials

Updated: 22 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

Investigators say he was convicted on related charges in 2021.

High Country

Avery Co. detention officer on leave, accused of killing neighbor

Updated: 23 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

The State Bureau of Investigation is leading the investigation.

Crime

Beloved Brooks’ Sandwich House in NoDa closed Monday after ATM theft

Updated: 24 hours ago

By WBTV Web Staff

Brooks’ Sandwich House has been serving burgers and chili cheese dogs from a small red brick building for almost five decades.

NBA

Hornets ink jersey patch partnership with popular NC YouTuber MrBeast

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 1:29 PM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

This marks the first-ever collaboration between a creator-led brand and an NBA franchise.

Crime

Police: 1 arrested after armed bank robbery in northeast Charlotte

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 1:23 PM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

The person’s name and specific charges have not been released at this time.

Mecklenburg County

CMPD: Man charged in Charlotte Taco Bell shooting over change dispute

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 12:09 PM EDT

By Brandy Beard

The employee was taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Crime

Man charged, accused of stealing truck he initially said he “found with doors open and keys inside”

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 10:18 AM EDT

By David Whisenant

long list of charges were filed against a Rowan County man who deputies say led them on a short pursuit, refused to get out of stolen pickup truck, and proclaimed that he had “found” the truck sitting in the road with the doors open and keys inside.

News

Man gave officers false name...of someone who had several active warrants, police say

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 10:15 AM EDT

By WKYT News Staff

Police say a man arrested after a traffic stop tried to give officers a false name...of a wanted person.

Health

Novant Health to celebrate 10th anniversary of Glenn A. Kiser Hospice House

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:54 AM EDT

By David Whisenant

Ten years of hospice care in Salisbury will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 3, at the Glenn A. Kiser Hospice House.

Top Story

Dollywood Express train derails, all passengers evacuated

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:48 AM EDT

By Kelly Ann Krueger

The Dollywood Express train derailed Sunday night, according to officials with the theme park.

Mecklenburg County

Porsche SUV found partially submerged in northwest Charlotte pond

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:42 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

The vehicle was found just off Old Plank Road on Monday morning.

South Carolina

Police searching for suspects accused of shooting man in Rock Hill

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:21 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

Officers said the shooting happened along Riverchase Boulevard on Saturday night.

Top Story

Country music star Morgan Wallen adds second Charlotte show in 2024

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:16 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

Currently one of the genre’s biggest names, Wallen will perform at Bank of America Stadium on July 18.

Lincoln County

Deputies: Fugitive from West Virginia arrested in Lincoln County

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 7:58 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

The 42-year-old man was arrested on Friday.

Rowan County

Applications now being accepted, volunteers needed for Rowan Co. Christmas Bureau

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:52 AM EDT

By David Whisenant

Families in need of assistance for Christmas may now submit applications to the Rowan County Christmas Bureau and the Salvation Army Angel Tree.

Education

Lincoln County school to have remote-learning day due to power outage

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:46 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

Students at Catawba Springs Elementary School will not attend in-person on Monday.

South Carolina

Chester County school board to host meeting after fights involve non-students

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:24 AM EDT

By Mary Calkins

Two on-campus fights last week involved non-students in Chester County.

Cabarrus County

Burning tractor-trailer snarls traffic on I-85 near Kannapolis

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:17 AM EDT

By David Whisenant

Drivers on I-85 had to deal with some delays overnight near Kannapolis after firefighters were called to extinguish a fire.

Sports

Five “Can’t-Miss” attractions for fans during the Bank of America ROVAL ™ 400 weekend

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:06 AM EDT

By David Whisenant

Charlotte Motor Speedway is revving up the excitement for the Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 this upcoming weekend.

Top Story

Construction begins on this year’s Carter Work Project in Charlotte

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 5:37 AM EDT

By Faith Alford

In less than a week, crews will build 27 homes off Morris Field Drive.

Top Story

Ticket sold in NC wins $2 million in weekend Powerball drawing

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 5:04 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

Lottery officials said the ticket was sold in Wake County.

Carolina Panthers

No. 1 pick Bryce Young struggles again, dejected after Panthers fall into 0-4 hole

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 4:46 AM EDT

By The Associated Press

Carolina lost to the Minnesota Vikings 21-13 on Sunday afternoon.

Crime

Autopsy: Rowan Co. man was shot before his camper was set on fire

Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 6:48 PM EDT

By David Whisenant

An autopsy released by the state Medical Examiner says a Rowan County man who was found dead inside his camper in August, 2022, was shot before the fire was set.

Crime

Traffic stops leads to trafficking charges for Rowan Co. man

Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 3:06 PM EDT

By David Whisenant

A traffic stop led to a significant seizure of illegal drugs and the arrest of one man, according to deputies with the Rowan Sheriff’s Office.

Business

Rowan County amplifies Manufacturing Day with a full week of engaging activities

Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 2:48 PM EDT

By David Whisenant

As an enthusiastic nod to the national MFG Day (Manufacturing Day) initiative, an initiative of the Manufacturing Institute, the Rowan EDC and the Rowan-Salisbury Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) program have come together to chart out a week-long series of activities

Union County

Fight breaks out at high school football game in Monroe

Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 9:41 AM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

The game featured Forest Hills High School and Monroe High School.