CHARLOTTE, NC – A Friday afternoon seemed like any other at Randolph Middle School until the peace was shattered by a commotion that has since left the community on edge. On May 5, a violent incident unfolded involving parents and school officials, raising concerns over communication and safety within the school district. Alicia Hicks, a … Read more
Justice Served: Man Sentenced to Life for the Murder of 17-Year-Old Alysha Johnson in Charlotte Shooting
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Six years after the tragic shooting death of 17-year-old Alysha Johnson outside a convenience store, Juan Zamora has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. This sentencing comes on the heels of Zamora’s guilty plea to Johnson’s murder and follows an emotional courtroom hearing that highlighted the profound … Read more
Attack on Commuter Sparks Calls for Increased Security at Charlotte Light Rail Stations
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A routine train ride home for Jolene Hopper took a harrowing turn last Thursday when she became the victim of a violent assault at the Interstate 485/South Boulevard light rail station. Hopper described her ordeal, detailing how a man attacked her as she exited the train, forcefully throwing her onto the platform. … Read more
Shooting Claims Life of Charlotte Man, Leaves One Injured in North Graham Street Incident
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday night has left one person dead and another injured. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 8:30 p.m., prompting a swift response to the 4000 block of North Graham Street. Upon arrival, personnel discovered two individuals wounded inside a vehicle. Medical crews reported that … Read more
Arrest of Dilworth Homeowner Sparks Investigation After Intentional Fire and Explosion in Charlotte Neighborhood
Chicago, IL – Authorities have arrested a North Carolina man in connection with a recent house explosion tied to an intentionally set fire. Michael Barnette, 41, was apprehended on Saturday under a fugitive from justice warrant. Barnette’s arrest follows an investigation by the Charlotte Fire Department that determined a fire at his residence on Lombardy … Read more
Explosion Rocks South Charlotte Home, Prompting Rapid Response from Fire Crews
Charlotte, N.C. — An early morning house explosion rattled a south Charlotte neighborhood on Friday, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The explosion occurred around 6:15 a.m. in the 1600 block of Lombardy Circle, close to Myers Park Pediatric Hospital and Freedom Park. Firefighters arrived two minutes later to find the single-story home engulfed … Read more
Memorializing a Tragedy: Community Reflects on Lasting Impact of Charlotte Officer Shootout One Year Later
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In the quiet enclave of Shannon Park, life has mostly returned to normal, but residents still grapple with the haunting memories of a devastating incident that unfolded on April 29, 2024. On that fateful day, the tranquility of East Charlotte was shattered when a shootout claimed the lives of four law enforcement … Read more
CHARLOTTE, NC – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are currently investigating a tragic incident involving a pedestrian and a train. The fatal collision took place at the intersection of Archdale Drive and Pineville Road, according to local authorities. The accident occurred during the early hours, leaving emergency services scrambling to respond to the scene. As of now, details … Read more
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — The jury selection process commences on Monday for an individual charged with the murder of a 15-year-old in a fatal home invasion that occurred in Port Charlotte almost six years ago. Ryan Cole, aged 27, could face the death penalty if found guilty of the killing of Khyler Edman, a 15-year-old … Read more
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. – Six years after the tragic killing of 15-year-old Khyler Edman during a home invasion in Charlotte County, the trial of the accused, Ryan Cole, is set to commence on Monday. Jury selection for the case will begin at 8:30 am at the Charlotte County Justice Center. Authorities revealed that Edman lost … Read more