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Teen killed in head-on crash in Alexander County

August 30, 2025

Troopers said it happened just before 11 a.m. on Saturday. Troopers said the crash happened around 11 a.m. along Sharpe Mill Road near Johnson Farm Road in Alexander County, near the Love Valley community. NCSHP said a 1991 Chevrolet S-10 driven by 17-year-old Jacob Elijah Huffman crossed the center line and struck an eastbound 2000 Ford Ranger.…

Families honor lives lost, fight stigma at Overdose Awareness Day event in Charlotte

August 30, 2025

Several people opened up to WCNC Charlotte about their own journeys. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Families, advocates, and those in recovery gathered in Charlotte Saturday for International Overdose Awareness Day, turning pain into purpose with music, resources, and a candlelight vigil. Hundreds attended the remembrance event outside of Uptown, where several nonprofits joined together to raise awareness and fight the stigma of addiction.…

Flames break out at Cleveland truck manufacturing plant; viewers capture heavy smoke

August 30, 2025

At this time, investigators have not determined the cause of the fire or reported any injuries. CLEVELAND, N.C. — Viewers in Cleveland saw a large fire burning from a structure at a truck manufacturing plant on Statesville Boulevard on Saturday. Heavy smoke could be seen billowing from the roof of the building, stretching for miles, according to photos and videos circulating online.…

6 people hurt after crash on Independence Boulevard, leading to road closure

August 30, 2025

A crash on East Independence Boulevard leaves six injured, with one suffering life-threatening injuries. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Six people are hurt after a crash on East Independence Boulevard, Medic confirmed. It happened early Saturday afternoon in the outbound lanes of East Independence Boulevard near Krefeld Drive. …

Firefighters rescue resident from burning mobile home in Huntersville

August 30, 2025

Huntersville firefighters rescued a resident from a mobile home fire on Rocky Ford Club Road overnight. HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — Firefighters with the Huntersville Fire Department rescued someone from a mobile home during a fire overnight. Fire officials confirmed the fire on Saturday morning, saying Stations 1 and 3 responded to a fire at a mobile home on Rocky Ford Club Road — off Eastfield Road — overnight and found a heavy fire in the front part of the home. …

Deputies investigating after witness reports seeing woman forced into SUV in Caldwell County

August 30, 2025

Caldwell County deputies are searching for two people after a woman was reportedly forced into a silver Chevrolet SUV in the Dudley Shoals area on Friday. CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office is working to find two people after a witness reported seeing a woman forced into an SUV in the Dudley Shoals area on Friday afternoon.…

How to spend your Labor Day weekend in Charlotte | QC Happenings

August 30, 2025

Enjoy a fun-packed Labor Day weekend in the Carolinas. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — This weekend: Saturday warms to the mid-80s with isolated storms; Sunday and Labor Day stay drier and cooler in the low 80s. Find out how you can spend your Labor Day weekend in Charlotte.…

Weekend weather: Warm Saturday, cooler Sunday, dry Labor Day ahead

August 30, 2025

This weekend has low end rain chances but still each afternoon does come with an outside chance for an inconvenient shower. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Weekend outlook: Saturday: Rain will be isolated in the afternoon with a few pop-up storms after 2 p.m.…

Road closures hit Uptown Charlotte for packed Labor Day weekend events

August 30, 2025

Plan accordingly. I-277 Inner Loop will be closed for Around the Crown on Sunday, Aug. 31. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Labor Day weekend is packed with events in the Queen City, and events mean closed roads. Friday The 49ers and the Mountaineers are going head-to-head at Duke’s Mayo Classic in Bank of America Stadium on Friday, Aug.…

Widow of fallen South Carolina trooper confronts accused driver in bond hearing

August 30, 2025

Trooper Dennis Ricks’ widow spoke through tears as Anthony Aydlette, accused in his death, faced a new reckless homicide charge in Orangeburg County court. ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A man accused in the death of South Carolina State Trooper Dennis Ricks is facing a new charge and remains behind bars following an emotional bond hearing Friday.…