08/29/2008 7,000 without natural gas in Mecklenburg Co. Piedmont Natural Gas crews will be working around the clock throughout the holiday weekend, trying to restore service to 7,000 customers in southwest Mecklenburg County.

Dogs forced to swim to safety in flood A rescue group nearly washed away in this week's floods barely manages to save the dogs they care for, but their shelter is devastated.

Attorneys say new evidence proves man's innocence When he went to prison he was 20 years old. He turns 53 this month and is still behind bars. Now, Ronnie Long's lawyers say they've found new evidence to prove his innocence.

John Edwards to emerge from seclusion for speech
John Edwards will emerge from seclusion and speak next month at Hofstra University in New York, taking the stage exactly one month after admitting to an extramarital affair, the school said Friday.

Gov. declares Cabarrus, Mecklenburg state disaster areas
Gov. Mike Easley has declared two North Carolina counties state disaster areas by the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay damaged more than 200 structures.

McKown gets house arrest for violating probation Former York County coroner Doug McKown has been sentenced to 30 days of house arrest for violating his probation.

Residents of flooded apartments struggle without insurance
Residents at two flooded east Charlotte apartment communities spent the day surveying what's left of their homes and saving whatever they can.

Gustav strengthens into a hurricane
On the same day that residents marked the three-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's wrath, another storm strengthened into a hurricane miles away and threatened to hit the Gulf Coast once again.

Trains could run through yards of Mount Holly homes Homeowners who bought pricey houses in the Rhyme Trace development in Mount Holly always thought the old railroad tracks behind some of their homes would one day be replaced by a leafy greenway.

Condo owners blame city for flooding
When the waters rose Wednesday morning, the folks at Jamestowne Commons knew just where they were rising from.

NC man charged, accused of threatening Obama A North Carolina man accused of threatening to shoot Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama has been indicted.

Volunteers needed to care for hundreds of rescued pets Animal aid groups are asking for volunteers and supplies to help care for the nearly 400 animals confiscated this week from a home in Lincoln County.

McCain chooses Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin for V.P.
John McCain picked Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, a maverick conservative with less than two years in office, as his vice presidential running mate Friday in a startling choice as the Republican National Convention drew near.

Police officer, 2 others hurt in I-485 crash A four-vehicle crash on Interstate 485 injured a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer and two other people Friday morning.

Actress Jane Seymour in Charlotte for art exhibition Actress, artist and former "Dancing With the Stars" contestant Jane Seymour will be at SouthPark's Wentworth Gallery for receptions Aug. 29-30 and an exhibit of her work.

On Katrina's 3rd anniversary, another storm brews
The solemn ceremonies for the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina on Friday for the most part were blown away by Tropical Storm Gustav, which threatens to become a hurricane and poses the biggest threat to New Orleans since the killer 2005 storm.

08/28/2008 Charges dropped against one of city's most wanted One of Charlotte's most wanted, who was captured with the public's help, is now out of jail and all charges against him have been dropped.

Apartments declared 'unsafe' after flooding Flooding from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay left 96 units at Doral/Cavalier Apartments in such disarray that Mecklenburg County has declared them to be "unsafe."

Fort Mill neighbors discuss 'unusual' shooting
More than 100 Fort Mill neighbors gathered Thursday evening to discuss an apparent burglary attempt in which the suspect fired a gun at a homeowner.

Panthers | Carolina starters sit in 19-16 loss to Steelers As Carolina's starters left the field following pregame warmups, coach John Fox was waiting with a surprise: They were getting the night off.

Obama says he'll cut taxes, end oil dependence
Before an enormous, adoring crowd, Barack Obama promised a clean break from the "broken politics in Washington and the failed presidency of George W. Bush" Thursday night as he embarked on the final lap of his audacious bid to become the nation's first black president.

Poll: Residents don't feel safe in Charlotte
NewsChannel 36 teamed up with our partners at the Charlotte Observer to conduct a Carolinas poll on how people feel about crime and safety in Charlotte.

United Way claims to be 'transparent' but records closed The United Way of Central Carolina board is trying to restore public trust by firing its CEO just in time for fundraising season.

NC governor candidates launch new TV ads
North Carolina Republican gubernatorial candidate Pat McCrory says job creation will be his top priority if elected.

Gov. Easley visits flooded Cabarrus County Gov. Mike Easley met with emergency response officials in Cabarrus County on Thursday, discussing areas hardest hit by flooding.

1 taken to hospital after car hits school bus One student was taken to a hospital as a precaution Thursday afternoon after a vehicle rear-ended a school bus.

Decomposed body found inside Huntersville home Police are investigating a suspicious death after a man's decomposed body was found inside a house on Lake Norman.

Volunteers treat 375 animals seized from home Nearly 400 animals rescued from a Lincoln County home are being treated for illnesses and malnourishment.

Teacher stranded on SUV's roof during floods A 22-year-old teacher was rescued by firefighters on Wednesday after floodwater swept her SUV off Stallings Road in Harrisburg.

Woman swept away by floodwater found alive A woman missing and feared drowned in floodwaters was rescued near Asheville by a team called in from Gaston and Cleveland counties.

Man arrested for allegedly beating 1-month-old baby A Lancaster man is accused of beating his girlfriend's infant daughter, putting the baby in the hospital with bruises, cuts and bleeding on the brain.

Hundreds of cars flooded in Charlotte area One day after widespread flooding in the Charlotte area, owners of vehicles that were underwater are learning what, if anything, they can do.

Raleigh > Charlotte? T-shirt creates a stir Raleigh Wide Open has its limits: no cheap shots at Charlotte. Kris Hixson found out the hard way.

Portrait unveiled of student killed in beach blaze
The University of South Carolina plans to unveil a portrait of one of the school's six students killed in a beach house fire in North Carolina last fall.

As Gustav nears, Gulf Coast puts faith in planning
With Gustav approaching hurricane strength and showing no signs of veering off a track to slam into the Gulf Coast, authorities across the region began laying the groundwork Thursday to get the sick, elderly and poor away from the shoreline.

Unfinished condos may be decaying, lawyers say
Steel at The Park condos has started to rust. Wind and rain have damaged fireproofing materials on the walls, and stucco, glass windows and interior doors have been left inside, targets for vandals and the elements.

08/27/2008 Cabarrus County declares state of emergency Gov. Mike Easley plans to tour the area on Thursday. Easley has directed state damage assessment teams to flooded areas in Cabarrus and Mecklenburg counties. Homes, roads damaged

Flood victims try to salvage belongings
Doral Apartment renters are salvaging what they can after being forced out by floodwaters.

08/28/2008

Forecast: Isolated T-storms possible this afternoon
The rainfall isn't going to be as widespread, but scattered thunderstorms will still be around this afternoon.

08/27/2008

Driver in CMS bus prank gets fired
A school bus driver has been fired and the staff of a morning radio show will be disciplined following an incident in which a stunt reporter for WIBT FM (“The Beat,” 96.1) climbed aboard a school bus as a prank.

Final count: 375 animals removed from Lincoln County home Officials say they've removed 375 animals from a Lincoln County residence.

Driving instructor found guilty of exposure A former driving instructor was sentenced to five years in prison on Wednesday after being found guilty on five counts of indecent exposure.

Dems choose Obama in historic acclamation
Barack Obama swept to the Democratic presidential nomination Wednesday night, a transforming triumph that made him the first black American to lead a major party into the fall campaign for the White House.

Rain leaves foot of water inside Huntersville home
Rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay hit Huntersville hard, especially in the area of Beatties Ford Road and McIlwaine.

Flooding ruins new condos The floodwaters rose so quickly at the Jamestowne Commons condo complex, most residents got no more than a knock on their door as warning.

East Mecklenburg High student shot near school A 16-year-old East Mecklenburg High School student was shot during a confrontation Wednesday afternoon.

Hundreds evacuated from apartments in east Charlotte Neighbors in one east Charlotte apartment woke up to find their homes and vehicles under water.

Flooding turns yards into lakes in Concord A neighborhood in Concord off Wilshire Avenue woke up to flooded yards Wednesday after rainstorms pounded the area all day and all night Tuesday.

Floodwaters close Mint Museum, swamp nearby homes Normally tranquil Briar Creek exploded over its banks Wednesday morning, sending floodwaters close to the front doors of the Mint Museum and swamping some of the homes that line Museum Drive.

Where is Mecklenburg's floodplain boundary?
You might wonder why some properties seem to flood time and again. Why would county building codes allow such building?

Two S.C. bridges closed by flood damage
Two bridges in South Carolina are closed because of flood damage.

Rising waters flood homes, force evacuations Record rainfall from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay flooded areas across the Piedmont on Wednesday, forcing the evacuation of many homes and apartments. A flood watch is in effect through Wednesday evening.

Former Rep. Wright found guilty of obstruction of justice
Former Rep. Thomas Wright was found guilty of felony obstruction of justice Wednesday and sentenced to prison after his second conviction this year for political corruption.

AAA: Labor Day travel expected to drop
Although gas prices have dropped sharply in the Carolinas this summer, Labor Day weekend travel is still expected to be down almost 1 percent from last year.

More rain possible as flooding cleanup under way Heavy rain has fallen over North Carolina for two days and more is possible Thursday, but on a much smaller scale.

Louisiana eyes Gustav, activates Guard troops
On the eve of Hurricane Katrina's third anniversary, a nervous New Orleans watched Wednesday as another storm threatened to test everything the city has rebuilt, and officials made preliminary plans to evacuate people, pets and hospitals in an attempt to avoid a Katrina-style chaos.

Grandmother fights $10,000 phone bill
Opal Savage, a Charlotte grandmother and retired nurse, says she was shocked when her Verizon Wireless bill looked more like the down payment for a small house.

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08/26/2008

Single mom, 5 kids homeless after car rams home
A single mother and her five kids are homeless after a driver ran off the road and right into their home.

Girl testifies against driving teacher accused of exposure
A teenage girl took the stand Tuesday and came face to face with the man accused of exposing himself to her and four other girls last summer.

Family pays it forward with blood donations
Where other families played cards or watched football, the Morrisons gave blood.

Search crews, family call woman's rescue a miracle A miracle. That’s what people call Amber Pennell’s rescue. Search crews found the 21 year-old wife and mother of two found alive at the bottom of a 75-foot ravine Monday night. Woman awake, talking

More than 140 pets seized from Lincoln Co. home
It's being called one of the largest animal seizures in Lincoln County history. More than 140 pets were found living in unsanitary conditions in and around a family’s home in the town of Denver.

Woman who ran escort service sentenced to 2 years Sallie Wamsley-Saxon walked into court as a free woman but left in shackles, a moment that was very difficult for her husband and co-conspirator to watch.

Tornado damage reported in Clemson, no injuries
Authorities say a tornado touched down in Clemson, knocking down trees. No injuries have been reported.

Teen girl accused of stabbing 14-year-old boy
A 15-year-old girl is under arrest, accused of stabbing a 14-year-old boy in the chest.

Gustav could enter Gulf as 'extremely dangerous' storm
Hurricane Gustav dumped torrential rains across southern Haiti on Tuesday, killing at least one man and threatening crops amid protests over high food prices. Global fuel futures soared on fears Gustav could move into the Gulf of Mexico as an "extremely dangerous" storm.

CMPD crime stats down; repeat offenders targeted
On a day when Charlotte-Mecklenburg police reported a drop in crime for the month of July, the department also took the wraps off a new program to target chronic, repeat offenders.

United Way asks Gloria Pace King to resign The United Way of Central Carolinas is asking CEO Gloria Pace King to resign following fallout from a NewChannel 36 report that King was paid $1.2 million last year.

Fay brings record rainfall, more Wednesday Rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay is expected to continue into Wednesday, possibly causing more flash flooding after a day of record rainfall in Charlotte. Images of street flooding

Radio personality charged after school bus stunt A radio station personality is facing charges after a stunt on the first day of school.

FAA says communication breakdown delaying flights
The Federal Aviation Administration says a communication failure at a Georgia facility that processes flight plans for the eastern half of the U.S. is causing flight delays around the country.

UNC grad sentenced for plowing into crowd with SUV A former student was sentenced to up to 33 years in prison Tuesday for plowing his sport utility vehicle into a crowd at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in a self-professed bid to avenge Muslim deaths overseas.

Official: Man wasn't a 'credible threat' to Obama
Authorities are investigating whether a man arrested with rifles, ammunition and drugs in his truck made statements threatening Barack Obama, but emphasize he never posed a "credible threat" to the candidate or the Democratic National Convention.

Driver flees after colliding with CATS bus Police are looking for a driver who fled the scene after colliding with a CATS bus on Tuesday morning.

Edwards' wife criticized for silence on affair
Two weeks after a devastating revelation sent her husband into political exile, Elizabeth Edwards isn't getting the steady sympathy usually afforded to a woman scorned.

08/25/2008

City debate: Tax money for Wal-Mart?
A proposal to demolish a nearly vacant shopping center and clear the way for a Wal-Mart store prompted questions Monday on the use of tax dollars to help the world’s largest retailer.

08/27/2008

Heavy rain floods homes, closes some schools
At 8 a.m., the Charlotte Fire Department asked residents of the Eastover community along Briar Creek to consider self-evacuating because flooding was imminent.
Apartments evacuated

08/25/2008

Former sheriff Pendergraph leaves Fed post
Former Mecklenburg County Sheriff Jim Pendergraph is leaving his federal post just 11 months after being plucked by the Bush Administration to lead a new effort to increase state and local coordination of immigration laws.

Everett may be named King's replacement at United Way Former United Way Board Chairman Mac Everett is expected to be named Tuesday as interim CEO of the United Way of Central Carolinas, two sources told NewsChannel 36's news partners at The Charlotte Observer late Monday night.

Live Coverage: 2008 Democratic National Convention

08/26/2008

Forecast: Periods of heavy rain all day
The remnants of Fay and a deep plume of tropical moisture will continue to transport heavy rain bands into the Carolinas for the next 48 hours.

08/25/2008

New clue in search for Caldwell missing mother
Surveillance video from a Lenoir Wal-Mart is the latest clue in the search for a missing mother of two.

Students across region return to school It's the first day of school for hundreds of thousands of students in the Charlotte metro region. 6 new schools open

FBI says Ashbrook High bomb threat was hoax The threat of an attack at Ashbrook High School was an Internet prank, according to the FBI, but there will be extra security on the first day of school today.

No students injured in school bus accident No students were injured in a fender-bender involving a school bus on Monday morning, the first day of school.

Hundreds remember murdered 15-year-old at vigil Hundreds of people turned out in Five Points Park Sunday night to remember a 15-year-old gunned down there by a complete stranger. Slain teen remembered

Despite Fla. floods, some hoping for Fay's rain Tropical Storm Fay may be gone but the rain remains. And for some, that could be a good thing.

Forecast: A rainy week ahead
Monday morning will be a busy morning as students get back to school. Temperatures will be around 67 degrees with mostly cloudy skies.

01/08/2007

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