Owner of Dilworth home that exploded during fire arrested in Chicago
The owner of a Dilworth home that was destroyed during a fire that investigators say was intentionally set was arrested in Chicago, records show. Michael Edward Barnette was taken into custody as a f...
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Man accused of killing Waxhaw woman to appear in court
Alexander Dickey, who has a history of criminal offenses, is scheduled for a court appearance for a bond hearing today in Columbia. He faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder, following ...
13 Touko 202510min
Weddington town leaders to vote on controversial development
The plan involves constructing 62 high-end homes on nearly 167 acres along Weddington Road. While some residents acknowledge that development is inevitable, many are calling for a more responsible app...
12 Touko 20259min
Organization representing hundreds of CMPD officers considers 'no confidence' vote against chief
Just days after the City of Charlotte agreed on a potential settlement with the chief of police, the organization that represents more than 1,700 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers is co...
9 Touko 202510min
Charlotte leaders deny corruption allegations, won't discuss reported settlement with CMPD chief
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and several city council members held a news conference Wednesday to forcefully reject allegations of "unethical, immoral, and illegal activities" made by Council member Victo...
8 Touko 202510min
Who needs a REAL ID? Here's what to know as the change goes into effect Wednesday
The REAL ID deadline is here. Starting on Wednesday, May 7, Americans will need to have federally compliant identification to pass through airport security and access federal facilities. Don’t have ...
7 Touko 202511min
Federal judge tells state board to certify Riggs' victory in disputed NC Supreme Court race
North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs would retain her seat on the state’s highest court under a new federal court order that said efforts to invalidate some absentee ballots are unconsti...
6 Touko 202511min
Charlotte to unveil 2026 budget plan
The city of Charlotte is expected to reveal plans for its 2026 budget, which could impact everything from trash pickup to police response times.
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