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Seeking Solutions: Gaston County program rehabs dozens of homes for those in need

November 30, 2023

Marc Bolick, project manager for Gaston County’s Housing Rehab Program, said more than 100 homes have gotten help. GASTONIA, N.C. — For homes in Gaston County that get some much-needed help, it’s a complete transformation. “The need is great. We always have more requests than we do funds to answer those requests.…

Landlord responsible for $23,000 bill could face discipline and legal action from state

November 30, 2023

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein called the sizes of the complaints “jaw dropping.” His office has the authority to pursue restitution and civil penalties. RALEIGH, N.C. — The landlord who billed North Carolina State University students $23,000 when they moved out, mostly because she didn’t like their homemade beer pong table, could face discipline and legal action from the North Carolina attorney general’s office.…

New intersection in NoDa causing confusion for drivers

November 30, 2023

The goal of the Dutch-style intersection is to make travel safer for everyone, whether by car, bike or foot. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A new intersection in NoDa is causing some confusion for those behind the wheel. The intersection’s layout is called a Dutch-style protected bike lane.…

CMS teacher arrested, accused of having sexual activity with student

November 30, 2023

Gabriela Neufeld is accused of having sexual activity with an 18-year-old South Mecklenburg student. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — (Warning: Story contains graphic details or images) A teacher at South Mecklenburg High School has been arrested and charged with felony sexual activity with a student by teacher.…

CMPD investigating crash that killed pedestrian along The Plaza

November 30, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A pedestrian was hit and killed in east Charlotte late Wednesday night, police said. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police responded to a crash involving a pedestrian along The Plaza near Matheson Avenue and Clemson Avenue just after midnight Wednesday night. When officers arrived, they found 58-year-old Lisa Pettis suffering from serious injuries after she was hit by a vehicle.…

You might not need to buy extended warranty on holiday purchases

November 30, 2023

Some credit cards offer a warranty on purchases beyond the manufacturer’s warranty. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Many holiday shoppers will buy big ticket items like video games and appliances. Often, the store selling those products offers an option to buy the extended warranty. …

Man from Charlotte suburb accused of assaulting officers during U.S. Capitol breach in 2021

November 30, 2023

36-year-old David Paul Daniel was arrested Thursday. He faces felony charges for his alleged actions. MINT HILL, N.C. — The Department of Justice says a North Carolina man is facing felony charges, accused of assaulting law enforcement officers during the breach of the U.S.…

Treasury Secretary Yellen highlights clean energy investments in NC visit

November 30, 2023

Governor Roy Cooper joined the secretary in Bessemer City. DALLAS, N.C. — Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen visited Gaston County on Thursday to discuss investments in clean energy recently made through the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. During her North Carolina visit, Secretary Yellen toured Livent, a manufacturing facility in Bessemer City that makes lithium hydroxide for batteries. …

All lanes of I-485 reopen after crash near North Tryon

November 30, 2023

The road cleared around an hour after the crash backed up traffic on the busy highway. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — All four lanes of I-485 inner loop have reopened in the University City area of Charlotte, according to NCDOT. It comes after a crash near Exit 32 for North Tryon Street, just past the I-85 interchange, backed up traffic on the busy highway.…

QC Happenings: Fun things to do this holiday season in Charlotte

November 30, 2023

Celebrate the holiday season with events and activities happening in Charlotte. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The spirit of the holiday season is upon us, and the Queen City has plenty of fun activities, events and shows you can partake in. Here’s what’s happening!…