Contract worker accused of stealing jewelry from luggage at Charlotte airport

Reyes-Garcia was employed by a contractor and had access to checked baggage at the airport.

New Leash On Life program helps inmates, dogs find new beginnings

The New Leash On Life program is a partnership between Catawba Correctional, Catawba Animals Services and Living Hope Canine Rescue.

‘Blindsided’: Furniture workers sue over lack of layoff notice

The lawsuit claims hundreds of workers at Kroehler Furniture in Catawba County didn’t receive proper notice prior to the layoffs.

NTSB: Unknown who was piloting jet that killed ex-NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, 6 others

Investigators do not know who was in the cockpit.

New charges against man on trial for allegedly causing fatal golf cart crash

Michael Marlow, along with his 5-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter, died after the crash.

Growers donate Christmas trees to military families

Growers from Ashe County arrived Tuesday morning with trailers filled with Christmas trees.

Local restaurants pitch in to help feed the community

Channel 9’s Dave Faherty reports that the community is stepping up to support those restaurants.

Suspect confesses to breaking into home daycare where woman, nephew were found dead

The suspect faces two counts of first-degree murder.

Suspect arrested after 2 shooting victims found dead in mobile home fire

Michael James Moretz was charged with two counts of felony murder.

NC man, motivated by money, marries 3 women at same time

Detectives believe there could additional victims in this investigation.

22-year-old business owner killed in jet ski crash

Deputies searching for 63-year-old man reported missing in Ashe County

The Ashe County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 63-year-old man who has been reported missing.

Historic Watauga County church raised for repairs after Helene flooding

A historic church in Watauga County has been raised to make repairs following damage from Hurricane Helene.

Assisted-living residents impacted by unpaid staff and suspended license

All 28 residents were relocated to other facilities.

Newton police lieutenant out on bond after murder indictment

A police lieutenant is out on bond less than 24 hours after being charged with murder.

Lightning strike confirmed as cause of fire at Morganton rehab center

A lightning strike has been confirmed as the cause of the fire at Grace Heights Health and Rehabilitation in Morganton on July 13.

Deadly shooting under investigation in Hickory, police say

A fatal shooting is under investigation in Hickory Monday night.

Rare bobcat sighting prompts caution in Burke County neighborhood

Channel 9’s Dave Faherty spoke with neighbors who now are taking precautions with their pets.