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5 killed in 4 Charlotte shootings over 25 hours, CMPD says
Five people died in four shootings in Steele Creek and University City from early Saturday to early Sunday, CMPD said. One is charged. Where and how to help.
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Charlotte Fire
Firefighter who caught a falling woman gets bravery award
Charlotte Fire's honors go to a firefighter who caught a woman falling from a third floor, a 12-time world champion captain and two staff who kept payroll running.
CMPD
CMPD: crime down 17%, homicides up; youth curfew Nov. 1
Charlotte crime fell 17% through Sept. 30, but homicides rose to 66. A 10 p.m. curfew for those 17 and under starts Nov. 1, and the chief spoke on officer misconduct.