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Carolinas Metro Reds kick off season with Opening Day

April 10, 2021

The Carolinas Metro Reds seeks to provide the opportunity to develop baseball skills and skills that can be used beyond the game in life. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolinas Metro Reds hit the baseball diamond Saturday for Opening Day of the 2021 season.…

Tornado Warning in effect for Avery, Burke, Caldwell, McDowell counties until 9 p.m.

April 10, 2021

BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — A Tornado Warning has been issued for Burke, McDowell, and Rutherford counties until 8:15 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Burke, Catawba, Cleveland and Lincoln counties until 8:30 p.m. WCNC Charlotte Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich is tracking the latest as the threat moves through the area. …

CMPD investigating homicide after Tuckaseegee Road shooting

April 10, 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in west Charlotte. Police confirm one person has died. Just after 3:20 p.m., Mecklenburg EMS confirmed two people had been taken to Atrium CMC with life-threatening injuries. Just after 5 p.m.,…

No injuries reported after car crashes into popular Stallings-area restaurant

April 10, 2021

STALLINGS, N.C. — A car crashed into a popular Stallings-area restaurant Friday afternoon, according to the restaurant owner. Thankfully, Steak ‘n Hoagie Shop owner Pete Pappas says, nobody was injured. Pappas said the person driving the vehicle was a customer and did not intend to drive into the restaurant.…

2 killed after early morning fire in Fort Mill

April 10, 2021

FORT MILL, S.C. — Two people are dead after a fire broke out at a home early Saturday morning. York County deputies say the scene along Neighbor Lane unfolded around 3 a.m. Fire crews arrived on the scene to find the home engulfed in flames.…

Witnesses identify man accused of killing another man, deputies say

April 10, 2021

The accused shooter is in custody after deputies launched an investigation in Iredell County. HARMONY, N.C. — Iredell County deputies say witnesses were able to identify a man accused of shooting and killing another man near Harmony. ICSO says they were called out to a scene along Rock Springs Road near Hamlet Road around 8:19 p.m.…

Donations pour in to keep homeless nonprofit afloat, but more is needed

April 9, 2021

Watchmen of the Streets says they need at least $20,000 in the next couple weeks to continue operations. CORNELIUS, N.C. — A North Carolina non-profit is asking for the community’s help in order to stay in operation. Watchmen of the Streets is a Christian non-profit founded in 2009 consisting of over 50 volunteers.…

COVID-19 hospitalizations start slight rise in NC again, with younger age groups growing share of patient count

April 9, 2021

COVID-19 cases and positive test rates have stalled in their improvements, and now, patient counts have started to increase once more. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There are new rises in North Carolina’s coronavirus-related hospitalizations right now, and the patients getting care look different than earlier in the pandemic.…

'It helped me out tremendously' | COVID long hauler says vaccine got rid of lasting symptoms

April 9, 2021

Doctors say it’s happening more and more often as those with long COVID get a new sense of hope after living with symptoms for months. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As millions race to get vaccinated, some say the vaccines aren’t only preventing COVID-19, they’re also making them feel better.…

Rock Hill community remembers Lesslie family killed in mass shooting

April 9, 2021

Dr. Robert Lesslie was known professionally for his medical expertise, but he and his wife Barbara are also being remembered for their work serving in the community. ROCK HILL, S.C. — As the Rock Hill community mourns the loss of Dr.…