Charlotte|News|
Shootings Into Occupied Homes, Vehicles On The Rise In Charlotte
A reward is being offered for information into the death of Sherilyn "Alicia" Drew, who was killed when suspect opened fire on her home.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
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Mooresville, NC|News|
Sheriff Seizes 3 Guns After Pair Accused Of Shooting Inside City
Two handguns and an AR-15 pistol with a 60-round drum-style magazine were seized after shots were fired in a Statesville neighborhood.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Search On For Woman Wanted In Charlotte Wells Fargo Bank Heist
According to police, the woman passed a threatening note to a bank teller before bolting from the building with cash.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
Rockie Lynne, Tim Cook Band To Play BBQ Bash Friday In Cornelius
This month's 2nd Friday Street Festival will feature food trucks, craft beer, street art, live performances and more.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Missing 65-Year-Old Man Located, Reunited With Family: CMPD
Hugo Pineda, 65, was reported missing Tuesday. He was located Wednesday and reunited with his family, police said.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Arrest Made After Pedestrian Struck, Killed In July 4th Hit, Run
According to Charlotte police, speed and alcohol were factors in the hit-and-run death of a 33-year-old pedestrian Sunday night.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Homicide Probe Underway After 16-Year-Old Shot In South End
According to reports, the 16-year-old boy was shot more than once when a suspect opened fire on South Boulevard Sunday.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Davidson, NC|News|
Cocaine Possession, Assault: Crimes Reported In Davidson
Four break-ins were reported to police in Davidson last week. Here's a run down of crime around town.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Iredell Schools In Need Of School Supplies: How To Help
Students in Iredell-Statesville Schools return to classes Monday, Aug. 23. Here's a list of school supplies most needed.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Davidson, NC|News|
No Charges To Be Filed In Fatal Pedestrian Crash In Davidson
Citing forensic evidence and witness statements, investigators found the victim was not in a crosswalk at the time of the accident.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Tropical Storm Elsa On Track For North Carolina: Forecast
As of Tuesday morning, the tropical storm was expected to turn toward the Carolinas. Here's how much rain could fall in NC, forecaster say.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Festival Of Food Trucks Set For Saturday In Downtown Mooresville
The Festival of Food Trucks is returning to Downtown Mooresville this weekend, and a new concert series kicks off later this month.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
No Swimming Advisory Lifted On Lake Norman Cove In Cornelius
The no swimming advisory was initially issued in Cornelius after a discharge of hundreds of gallons of sewage into the lake.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Harris Teeter, Food Lion: Charlotte July 4th Grocery Store Hours
See which Charlotte grocery stores will be open, and which ones will be closed, on the 4th of July.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
Harris Teeter, Aldi: Lake Norman July 4th Grocery Store Hours
See which Lake Norman area grocery stores will be open, and which ones will be closed, on the 4th of July.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Publix, Walmart, Aldi: Mooresville July 4th Grocery Store Hours
See which Mooresville grocery stores will be open, and which ones will be closed, on the 4th of July.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
DWI, Cyberstalking, Assault: Crimes Reported In Cornelius
Six people were arrested this week in Cornelius on charges including: breaking and entering, DWI, cyberstalking and resisting arrest.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Huntersville, NC|News|
Van Overturned In Huntersville Crash Involving Tractor Trailer
Emergency crews extricated the driver of a van that overturned in an accident on Old Statesville Road and McCord Road.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Program For Struggling Homeowners Now Accepting Applications
The HOMES grant program aims to offset Mecklenburg County property taxes by 25 percent for qualified homeowners. Here's how to apply.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
How North Carolina Ranks For Overall Child Well-Being
A new report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation found the pandemic could erase nearly a decade of progress since the Great Recession.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
