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Severe storms cause power outages across the Carolinas
Thousands of customers are without power throughout the Carolinas due to Severe storms moving through the region.
Stocks fall as tariffs take effect
Stocks are going down, cost of goods have gone up. It's the price Americans are paying early on as the US begins its trade war with some of the largest foreign suppliers.
NC Poison Control reports cases of cannabis exposure in kids doubled in four years
North Carolina Poison Control says more children are being exposed to cannabis. The agency reports the number of exposures more than doubled between 2020 and 2024.
Wednesday school closures and delays due to strong winds
Due to high winds and the potential severe weather, several schools in our area are closed, delayed, or operating on a remote schedule.
Wind Advisory in effect Wednesday
Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible on Wednesday. This may result in a few power outages.
Large police presence after shooting reported in south Charlotte neighborhood
Crime scene tape blocked part of a neighborhood following a reported shooting in south Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.
Shooting investigation in west Charlotte
One person has life-threatening injuries following a shooting in west Charlotte.
TSA: More firearms found at Charlotte Douglas than any other NC airport in Jan/Feb
The Transportation Security Administration says its officers found 27 firearms at security checkpoints at Charlotte Douglas Airport in January and February.
72% of NC moviegoers would return to theaters if prices dropped, study finds
A new study byΒ Octane SeatingΒ exploresΒ why Americans in NC & beyond are choosing streaming over theatersβand what could change their minds.
North Carolina ranked among the most pet-friendly states for renters
A new study by Highland CabinetryΒ ranked the most pet-friendly U.S. states for renting an apartment, a hotel room, and a house.
US tariffs take effect and Mexico, Canada and China retaliate with their own tariffs on the US
President Donald Trumpβs long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico have gone into effect, kicking off a trade war with America's neighbors.
NC tax refunds will be on the way soon
The North Carolina Department of Revenue is now processing 2024 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers will begin receiving refunds through the mail and direct deposit the week of March 10.
Animal Care & Control waives adoption fees to help with kennel space crisis
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control (ACC) is dealing with crisis levels at its dog kennels and is working to avoid euthanasia to make room. ACC is waiving adoption fees through 3/9/25.
New web tool launched to find missing kids in NC
A new online tool was launched to help find missing children in North Carolina.
CMPD: Deadly shooting at Club Flirt was justified
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police says a deadly shooting at a west Charlotte nightclub is justified. It happened just before 2 Sunday morning at Club Flirt on Wilkinson Boulevard.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police identify person killed at motel shooting
It happened just after 9:00 Saturday night on Lucky Penny Street, off of Freedom Drive. Medic pronounced Tjada Cherry dead at the scene.
Elderly woman dies in Gaston Co. house fire
An 82-year-old woman is dead and another person is hurt after a house fire in Gaston County. Crews responded to the scene on Alexis High Shoals Road around 7 Sunday evening.
Crews in Gaston County battling brush fire near Cramerton
A large brush fire broke out Monday afternoon in Cramerton. According to the Town of Cramerton, "the fire has been contained."
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