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Suspect accused of beating his roommate to death has bond revoked

October 12, 2025

CMPD said William Bordsen called 911 on the day of the homicide, telling dispatchers he had “kicked his roommate’s a– pretty good” during a fight. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — William Bordsen, the suspect in a July homicide in east Charlotte, has had his bond revoked, court records show.…

Person killed, 3 others hurt in southwest Charlotte crash

October 12, 2025

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Major Crash Investigation Unit is now investigating the crash. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — One person was killed and three others were hurt in a crash early Sunday morning in southwest Charlotte. It happened on Nations Ford Road, not far from the intersection with East Hebron Street. …

Charlotte food pantries bracing for impact of government shutdown

October 11, 2025

Champion House of Care’s executive director said they may have to start giving out less food. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As the government shutdown continues, local food pantries are starting to feel the impact. One Charlotte organization says the demand has already doubled.…

Cooler, cloudy and breezy through the weekend across the Carolinas

October 11, 2025

Rain chances will increase overnight with periods of rain through Sunday afternoon. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Coastal Storm (Nor’Easter) An early-season Nor’easter will bring tidal flooding, beach erosion, wind, and rain along the coast. The worst conditions are expected on the Outer Banks, where overwash is likely in many areas along Highway 12, up to 3 – 5 feet.…

Stowaway who was found dead in plane’s landing gear in Charlotte identified

October 11, 2025

CMPD said his family has been notified by the Guatemalen Consulate. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A stowaway who was found dead in the landing gear of an American Airlines aircraft at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in late September 2025 has been identified, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police said.…

Fake, plastic gun prompts lockdown at Kannapolis Middle School

October 11, 2025

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — A lockdown at Kannapolis Middle School on Friday was caused by a plastic gun, according to officials. Kannapolis City Schools officials told parents in a message that Kannapolis Police officers responded to the sixth-grade campus after receiving a report of a possible weapon.…

Person hurt after being struck by vehicle in southeast Charlotte

October 11, 2025

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — One person is being treated for injuries after being struck by a vehicle in southeast Charlotte on Saturday morning, according to Medic. It happened near the intersection of Idlewild Road and Connection Point Boulevard, which is just off Independence Boulevard. …

3rd graders cheer on classmate as she crosses fun run finish line using her walker

October 11, 2025

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — At the Buster Move Fun Run at Barnette Elementary School in Huntersville earlier this week, students came together to cheer on one of their classmates: a 3rd-grader named Ella who is fighting a rare disease that’s impacted her motor skills.…

New exhibition at The Mint Museum showcases 19th-century European art

October 11, 2025

The exhibition includes more than 70 paintings, sculptures, and works on paper from a private collection of European art. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A new exhibition opens Saturday at The Mint Museum’s Uptown location, focused on the “artistic and cultural revolutions of 19th-century Europe.” …

Charlotte library’s new main building delayed to spring 2027 completion

October 11, 2025

Construction on the new building began last year. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s new Main Library building in Uptown Charlotte will now open later than originally expected. Friday, leaders confirmed that it will now open in spring of 2027. It was originally slated to open in 2026. …