One of Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden’s opponents in a recent primary will be his second-in-command soon. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Sgt. Ricky Robbins will begin work as the sheriff’s ...

North Carolina House Republicans focused their ire on Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden in a hourslong hearing on safety in Charlotte Monday. Other local leaders received a warmer reception ...

Mecklenburg Sheriff McFadden just hired the man who almost beat him in the election

Charlotte Observer: NC House grills Sheriff McFadden during hearing, keeps things cordial with Charlotte

NC House grills Sheriff McFadden during hearing, keeps things cordial with Charlotte

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