The cost of saving time: Amid high prices, NCDOT says I-77 toll lanes are ‘effective’
While Channel 9 has heard from drivers about the high prices for tolls, the North Carolina Department of Transportation says they’ve been a success.
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Eight people detained in ICE operation at Kings Mountain plant appear in federal court
Eight of the 30 people detained at the raid at Buckeye Fire Equipment in Kings Mountain last month were in federal court for the first time on Tuesday.
Lawmakers draft bill to reassemble Marine Commission, current commissioner voice concerns
The Lake Norman Marine Commission is slated to be dismantled by July 1. But some have safety concerns, so some lawmakers are stepping in.
Lincoln Co. commissioners vote to leave Lake Norman Marine Commission
A recent decision could mean the end of the commission enforcing safety and recreation on Lake Norman.
Western North Carolina wilderness therapy camp faces new legal troubles
Trails Carolina, the Wilderness therapy camp in western North Carolina that shut down last year following the death of a 12-year-old boy, faces new legal troubles.
NC lawmakers consider bill to ban DEI initiatives
A proposed bill in the North Carolina General Assembly would prohibit state agencies from enacting any Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs and discontinuing any programs that exist already relying on state funds.
Samaritan’s Purse continues international relief efforts despite USAID uncertainty
The Boone-based organization works closely with USAID and has received more than $350m of taxpayer money since 2016.
Fake license tags are common in North Carolina. This county is cracking down on them.
Drive around the Charlotte metroplex and you’ll likely see a fake temporary license tag.
Charlotte man accused of helping North Korean regime
A Charlotte man faces a potential of 60-years in federal prison for his alleged his role in a conspiracy, sponsored by the North Korean (DPRK) government to evade sanctions and ultimately funneling millions of dollars to the country. Emanuel Ashtor is accused of helping facilitate a scheme hiring North Korean workers for IT positions in the U.S. for more than 60 different companies.
Records show police have person of interest in woman’s stabbing death in SouthPark
Channel 9 uncovered that Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department detectives have a person of interest in the mysterious death of this young woman near SouthPark.
Drivers question why multiple vehicles have the same temporary tags
Many of North Carolina’s aging dams don’t meet current requirements
Lawsuit claims Harris Teeter used artificial flavoring in snacks labeled ‘naturally flavored’
Shuttered wilderness therapy camp in western N.C. faces new lawsuits
I-77 dynamic pricing suspended in the wake of Helene
As dams hold back water from Helene, how many in NC are at risk of failing?
NC asks people not to self-deploy rescue teams without authorization
New boat permits required for Lake Norman. How are they being enforced?
What’s changed at assisted living facility after resident’s violent death?
9 Investigates: Racist, antisemitic books found in Charlotte’s ‘Little Free Libraries’
Appeals court sides with earlier ruling that decided Anson County sheriff
Michigan mass shooting suspect may have fled to Charlotte, warrant says
Authorities investigate 3 arson cases at properties owned by same man
‘Deliberate indifference’: Meck County Sheriff McFadden sued for inmate death
Matthews considers changes to short-term rental restrictions
‘Blew my mind’: Woman says Lincolnton vape shop sold to 14-year-old grandson
Residents in Spanish-speaking communities accuse tow company of preying on them
Judge green-lights sale of 2 Charlotte-area hospitals
Charlotte man and investment firm accused of running Ponzi scheme
Bad Doctors: How does the North Carolina medical board handle complaints and criminal records?
