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Trump selects a former soldier and Iraq War veteran from NC to serve as Army secretary

Donald Trump says he's selected Daniel P. Driscoll, a former soldier and Iraq War veteran, to serve as secretary of the Army.

1-year-old accidentally shot by another child in Cleveland Co.

A 1-year-old is in the hospital after investigators say the child's 3-year-old sibling accidently shot them.

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Study finds Raleigh boasts North Carolina's happiest employees in 2024

In 2024, employees across the U.S. are finding greater satisfaction in their work lives than ever before.

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1 in 4 North Carolina residents can’t sleep due to holiday debt

A new survey from online sleep retailer, MattressNextDay, reveals that a staggering 25% of North Carolina respondents cite holiday debt as their biggest holiday worry.

Top events happening around the Charlotte area this weekend | Dec. 7th and Dec. 8th

It's Christmas time in and around the Queen City! Check out the top events happening in the Charlotte area on December 7th and December 8th.

Avelo Airlines announces expansion at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport

Avelo Airlines is expanding it's presence at the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport. It's adding new routes and new jobs.

Giving Machine in Charlotte until Sunday

A new kind of machines are popping up across the country that make it easier to give back to those in need during the holiday season. They're part of a global project called "Light the World Giving Machines"

Christmas in the Plaza happening today!

One day only - head out to Uptown to kick off the Christmas spirit with Christmas in the Plaza

Atrium Health announces patients' personal info may have been leaked

Atrium Health says its patients' personal information may have been leaked to third-party vendors like Google and Meta.

Speedway Children's Charities Grant Party

Speedway Children's Charities raises record-breaking funds for local charities

The Charlotte chapter of the Speedway Children's Charities hosted a party Tuesday night to celebrate a year of fundraising for local charities.

Landlord Negligence Forces Dozens Of Residents Out Of West Charlotte Hotel

Owner negligence forces dozens of residents out of West Charlotte Hotel

Dozens of people living in Lamplighter Inn are being forced out because city officials say the owner of the property has ignored code enforcement violations and racked up more than $13,000 in fines.

Appalachian Ski Mountain is now open for the 2024-2025 season

With more snow on opening day than ever before, Appalachian Ski Mountain is now open for the 2024-25 season.

Kendrick Lamar and SZA bringing their Grand National Tour to Charlotte

Rap star and Super Bowl LIX headliner Kendrick Lamar is bringing his 2025 stadium tour with SZA to Charlotte in May.

Tepper Sports & Entertainment Announces Kristi Coleman as CEO

Tepper Sports & Entertainment (TSE) today announced Kristi Coleman as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Heater blamed for fire that destroyed Gastonia home

A heater being used inside a home in Gastonia is blamed for sparking an early morning fire on Harrison Avenue.

Former track coach indicted after sexual assault investigation

A former track coach at Charlotte Country Day School has been indicted by a grand jury after police arrested him on charges of indecent liberties with a student.

GM adds over 132,000 heavy duty pickups to recall for tailgates that can open unexpectedly

General Motors is adding over 132,000 heavy-duty pickups in the U.S. to a previous recall for tailgate release switches that can short circuit and open the gates while the trucks are in park.