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Man shot after 'struggle' with officers faces firearm charge, CMPD says
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released the names of an officer and a suspect involved in a shooting on Oct. 3. Police said Officer Justin Blum shot Marcus Shankle, 34, on West Sugar Creek Road after a "brief struggle" happened between Shankle and CMPD officers. Shankle was seen with a firearm before officers approached him, CMPD said.
Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including a wine festival
The recent mild temperatures in Charlotte are perfect for outdoor events like festivals, football and more. 🍻 Head to Olde Mecklenburg Brewery's Biergarten for stein-holding competitions, German cuisine and live music. | Free | 11am-11pm | Details. 👗 Attend the annual GiGi's Playhouse Gala at The Ballantyne Hotel. Proceeds...
NC family surprised by hotel price change after Helene says booking website denied their refund
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sisters Karen Metcalf and Sherri Splawn, along with their families, were left without power, water, or cell service after Hurricane Helene hit their Bostic Sunshine neighborhood in western North Carolina. With Metcalf's mobility issues and Splawn's daughter in a wheelchair, they were desperate to find a...
12 things to do this weekend in Charlotte | QC Happenings
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — We'll see fall weather push in next week and sunny conditions all weekend long. Find time to spend outdoors at awesome events across the Charlotte area. Start your weekend off with great music and vibes at Friday Nights at Camp. This week's featured performers are Cimafunk and Celestial Company. Find more information here.
Sparta man pleads guilty to killing a bald eagle
CHARLOTTE — Robert Garner Gambill, 91, of Sparta, appeared in federal court in Charlotte on Friday and pleaded guilty to killing a bald eagle, in violation of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Douglas Ault, Special Agent in Charge with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Office of Law Enforcement (USFWS), Southeast Region, joins U.S. Attorney King in making the announcement. ...
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