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Authorities tracking down reckless e-bike riders causing chaos in Birkdale Village
A group of young, reckless drivers is causing concerns for authorities and business owners in Birkdale Village. Police said they are trying to track down a few reckless e-bike riders who they say are juveniles. One young rider told Channel 9's Dave Faherty that his bike can reach speeds in excess of 50 miles an hour. And local parents say these bikes can be dangerous. READ: CMPD cracks down on reckless bike groups accused of multiple crimes around uptown Mark Gossett said he is packing his daughter's bicycle for college, but it is the e-bike traffic in his neighborhood that is getting a lot of attention. 'Run up and down the street,' he said. 'Fly through the stop sign. I've seen them leave Birkdale Village and go up and down 73.' Huntersville Police posted several photos on Facebook of what they believe to be several juveniles traveling too fast for foot traffic in the village that attracts thousands of visitors each day. 'I think more of the concern is there are multiple of them and you can't even get by sometimes,' one neighbor, Ellie Kwasniewicz, said. Cornelius's PEDEGO Electric Bike store has bikes for sale out front. Its owner, Shawn Gantkowski, told Faherty that bikes going over 28 miles per hour are no longer classified as e-bikes and require a license and insurance, even if they are equipped with pedals. 'There needs to be enforcement,' Gantkowski said. 'The parents need to be aware that it takes a split second for someone's life to be changed upside down.' Kiki Daniels said she loves riding e-bikes on trails, but it's important for parents to be involved. 'With any equipment like this, whether it's a scooter or a bike... safety is number one,' she said. Police told Faherty that they would like to meet with the parents and these young people involved to make sure everyone in the area stays safe. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found e-bike injuries more than doubled every year, going from 751 in 207 to 23,493 in 2022. WATCH: CMPD cracks down on reckless bike groups accused of multiple crimes around uptown Solve the daily Crossword
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29-07-2025
- Sport
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Hickory FC advances to championship match
Catawba County soccer club, Hickory FC, which has a huge following in the area, will fly out to San Francisco on Thursday to play for the league title. Channel 9's Dave Faherty spoke with players and coaches about the support from the community and why the players, who are not paid, do it. ALSO READ >> Charlotte FC honors the Carolinas' first professional soccer team 'We love to play for you. It's been an absolute pleasure to represent this community,' Coach Carlos Rubio said. 'We know that with your support, whether it's in California or if it's here in Hickory, we know that we're gonna have that extra motivation to win that championship for you.' The semi-pro team plays its home games at Moretz Stadium on the campus of Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory. More than 6,000 fans were in attendance at their last game. The hard work of the 26-player National Premier Soccer League team has paid off. They are just one game away from bringing Hickory a national championship. Most of the players are college students from Europe and South America. They are provided housing and get travel expenses. Several of them say they play for the exposure and the love of the game. VIDEO: Game On: MLS All-Star Game coming to Queen City
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14-06-2025
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‘No Kings': Crowds gather across Charlotte area as part of nationwide day of protest
Thousands are gathering across the Charlotte area to participate in a nationwide 'No Kings' Protest. The protests are taking a stance against President Trump's administration. Rallies are taking place on the same day as a Grand Military Parade to celebrate the Army's 250th birthday. This parade is also taking place on the President's 79th birthday. Marches and protests are taking place in Uptown, Monroe, Concord, Newton, Waxhaw, Mooresville, Rock Hill, and other Charlotte-area cities. Channel 9's Erika Jackson is live in Uptown. Chopper 9 SkyZoom brings live looks over Uptown, and video from Monroe and Concord. Channel 9's Dave Faherty brings video from Newton. Follow along on for updates throughout the day. PHOTOS: Crowds gather across Charlotte area as part of nationwide day of protest
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10-06-2025
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‘Tragic loss': Community mourns 8-year-old girl killed in head-on crash
A school in Burke County is taking donations for the family of an 8-year-old who was killed in a head-on crash along Highway 70 on Sunday. State troopers told Channel 9's Dave Faherty the girl's father, Jacob Ferguson, is still in the hospital in critical condition. ALSO READ >> 8-year-old killed in Burke County crash Community members have left stuffed animals and flowers for the family of the young girl. The little girls school, New Dimensions, posted about the 'tragic loss' and that they'll be taking up donations for the family. Faherty learned that other businesses in Burke County also plan on taking up donations for the family. Tommy Carpenter, a pastor who lives nearby, told Channel 9 that he watched the girls grow up, playing in the yard, and prays for the family. The accident happened after a pickup truck crossed the center line striking a Kia Forte with the father and daughter inside, officials said. Investigators believe impairment was a contributing factor in the crash, and charges are pending against the driver of that truck. VIDEO: 'Just unreal': Country music star, non-profit gift house to family who lost home in Helene
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06-06-2025
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U.S. Marshals arrest 1 in connection with Morganton triple shooting
United States Marshals arrested one person on North Green Street in Morganton on Thursday in connection with a triple shooting on Saturday. One person was killed and two people were sent to the hospital in a shootout on Kathy Road in Morganton just before 9 p.m. READ: 2 injured, 1 dead following shootout Deputies responded to the scene. They said one person was pronounced deceased at the scene, one was transported to the hospital, and the third refused medical treatment. Officials told Channel 9's Dave Faherty that multiple weapons were used in the shooting, and the scene stretched for about half a mile of roadway. Multiple vehicles were struck during an exchange of fire between people in cars. The identity of the person who was arrested has not yet been released, but officials told Faherty that they expect to release more information soon. No additional details have been made available. This is a developing story. Check back with for updates. WATCH: Dashcam shows speeding car slam into local auto dealer, causing $75K in damage
