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2 days ago
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1 injured in I-85 crash near Beatties Ford Road in Charlotte: Medic
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Interstate 85 is back open after a crash earlier on Friday caused major traffic delays near Beatties Ford Road in Charlotte. The accident happened around mile marker 37 on the southbound side of the interstate, in Mecklenburg County. For a while, two of the four lanes were shut down, leading to heavy traffic. 🚗 Track issues along your commute with the QCN Traffic Interactive Map One person was treated for minor injuries and taken to Presbyterian Hospital, Medic said. Queen City News has reached out to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol for more details about what caused the 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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Police investigating a death in west Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit are investigating a death along Golf Acres Drive, according to an CMPD alert on X. CMPD told Channel 9 at the scene that they found a body near a creek. This is a developing story. Check back with for updates. VIDEO: Shooting investigation leads to discovery of illegal gambling operation, CMPD says
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6 days ago
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‘Incredibly frustrating': Group to speak at city council over stolen French bulldog
Amanda O'Hara is leading a group of people to Tuesday night's Charlotte City Council meeting with one goal in mind: get answers. 'The fact Julio is still missing nearly two months later is incredibly frustrating,' O'Hara told Channel 9's Eli Brand. She's demanding action to find Julio, a French bulldog. Channel 9 reported when Julio was stolen from his owner, Jayla Gittens, while she was moving from her north Charlotte apartment complex. Her car was also stolen. That happened in early April. Since then, a juvenile and his mother have been charged in connection with the theft. Gittens' car was eventually recovered, but Julio hasn't been seen since. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Woman says man stole her French Bulldog while she was moving Cash reward offered for help finding missing French bulldog Charlotte mother accused in theft of French Bulldog 'We want answers and since city council isn't answering us, we're taking it to their footsteps,' O'Hara said. O'Hara says she and multiple others have been emailing councilmembers and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department looking for help. They've even taken their own steps. 'We have taken action ... we have been driving around; sometimes I spend two hours driving around different neighborhoods looking if I can see anything that would give me an indication of where Julio is,' O'Hara said. Last week, police arrested the teen's mother, accused of sending pictures to the dog's owner and demanding ransom in return. The group's goal Tuesday night will be to get answers before more crimes can be committed. 'It's a dog now, it could be your kid later. So we really want to make sure these crimes are not going unchecked,' O'Hara said. (VIDEO: Robber holds Charlotte woman at gunpoint in home, steals French bulldog)
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6 days ago
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Charlotte-area communities celebrate Memorial Day, honor fallen service members
Communities across the Charlotte area honored those who paid the ultimate sacrifice by volunteering, laying flags, attending memorial services, and more on Memorial Day this year. At Gethsemane Cemetery and Memorial Gardens in North Charlotte, many gathered for an outdoor service. Veterans spoke about their time in service. Some gave speeches about those they lost in the line of duty. Doves were released in honor of those who fought and died for freedom. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Honor Guard performed a special presentation. Vietnam veteran Richard A. Lewis told Channel 9 that Memorial Day is an important part of remembering every soldier's sacrifice. 'We have to recognize the sacrifices that the veterans that came before us and the veterans who were with me when I was in Vietnam,' he said. 'They always showed up for their duty.' In Kannapolis, city leaders had to cancel a parade due to weather, but they moved their ceremony indoors. First Sergeant Terry Rodell, who has retired from the U.S. Marine Corps, gave a speech and was accompanied by several musical performances. In Salisbury, the rain didn't stop hundreds of volunteers from showing their appreciation for fallen soldiers. The volunteers placed over 6,500 American flags on the graves of fallen soldiers at Salisbury National Cemetery Annex. READ: New Charlotte Museum of History exhibit celebrates Meck Dec day, Charlotte history Afterward, everyone enjoyed a hot breakfast at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall. And a local non-profit was working to make sure veterans felt seen on Memorial Day, said the organization's founder. The Veterans Social Center is a space for honorably discharged veterans who are facing mental health challenges. The center in the West End Plaza is filled with memorabilia, mental health resources, and support for veterans. WATCH: New Charlotte Museum of History exhibit celebrates Meck Dec day, Charlotte history
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23-05-2025
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Can you help? 13-year-old Charlotte girl reported missing days before birthday
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 13-year-old Cerenittie George. George was last seen in the 300 block of Orchard Trace Lane, wearing tan baggy pants, a white shirt, and a green long-sleeved shirt layered on top. CMPD said she is described as a Black female, 5'5' tall, weighing about 130 pounds, with black dreadlocked hair and brown eyes. CMPD is urging anyone who spots her or has information about her whereabouts to call 911 immediately. George turns 14 in just one day, on May 24. Her family and the authorities are hoping for a safe return before 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
