Carowinds hosting week-long hiring event to find 2,500 seasonal workers
Carowinds is hosting a week-long hiring event from February 15th to the 22nd as it prepares for opening day on March 15, 2025.
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Woman charged after shooting at Hickory Waffle House
A woman is accused of shooting another woman during a fight outside a Waffle House in Hickory.
Semi-truck slams into Amtrak Train
A semi truck was struck by an Amtrak train in Bessemer City Tuesday morning.
Egg prices up 37% in last year
Egg prices are soaring to record highs. Jenn Sullivan looks at what's causing the hike in costs.
Rise in visitors bringing weapons to the Mecklenburg Co. Courthouse
The Mecklenburg County Sheriffβs Office is urging visitors and staff at the courthouse to comply with security rules. It comes following a recent rise in weapons confiscations.
All lanes on I-85 re-open after tractor-trailer crash
The Department of Transportation says it happened around six Monday evening near exit 17.
Monroe Police looking for burglar caught on camera inside someone's home
Monroe Police are looking for a burglary suspect who was caught on camera inside someone else's home. The burglary happened on Wind Chime Court around 9:30pm on Friday.
Nearly 2,000 Charlotte Catholic HS parents sign petition demanding more transparency from school leaders
The parents say they are concerned about a change in the school's accrediting agency that they didn't know about until after the fact.
Local organization helps train workforce with credentials for advancement
Urban League of Central Carolinas Young Professionals are working to make sure our local workforce can compete and have the opportunity to economically advance.
Northwest Charlotte home badly damaged in fire
The Charlotte Fire Department says they could see flames coming from the home when they arrived on the scene.
New NC governor sues over more laws meant to weaken him
New North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is suing again over more recent laws from state Republicans that erode gubernatorial powers.
The Charlotte Fair 2025: 11 days of music, live entertainment, and family fun awaits
The Charlotte Fair is set to return on April 10-20, 2025, at Charlotte Motor Speedway with more rides and games, transforming it into a spectacular celebration of tradition, memories, and community.
Police searching for missing 66-year-old woman
Police are trying to find a missing 66-year-old Charlotte woman who was last seen on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Judge finds Trump administration hasnβt fully followed his order to unfreeze federal spending
A federal judge has found the Trump administration hasnβt fully followed his order to unfreeze federal spending and has ordered the White House to release all money.
Man wanted in connection to domestic violence shooting arrested
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office says 33-year-old John Wines is in custody. He was wanted for a domestic violence related shooting at the intersection of Wiggins Road and Mount Ulla Highway on January 16, 2025.
Statesville man sentenced for supplying deadly dose of fentanyl
A Statesville man will spend at least two years in prison for supplying fentanyl that led to an overdose death.
Trump's aluminum and steel tariffs set to go into effect today
It could be another whirlwind week for international trade. New tariffs targeting steel and aluminum imports goes into effect today.
Burglary suspect caught on surveillance camera inside home
Video from a surveillance camera shows a burglary suspect inside a home in Monroe, now police are asking for help to identify the man.
Prog for Wishes happening this week!
Prog for Wishes is back for another year! Some of the most elite musicians from across the area are coming out this Thursday to put on a whole concert of progressive rock - and it all benefits Make-A-Wish.
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